St Brigid's cross

The Battle of the Brigid's Crosses in County Roscommon

Find out how the largest St Brigid's Cross in Ireland is kicking off a festival and a human cross formation on St Brigid's Day!

In a quirky twist of events, County Roscommon is set to erect the largest St Brigid's Cross in Ireland, marking the beginning of the Brigid's Awakening Festival. The lighting ceremony, scheduled for the Bank Holiday weekend, will be the highlight of a series of exciting events in the region. This celebration comes hand in hand with the planning of a 'human St Brigid's Cross' formation on the Curragh Plains by thousands of secondary school students on February 1.

As St Brigid's Day on February 1 approaches, heralding the start of spring, the anticipation for the festivities grows. This year, the bank holiday is set for February 5, aligning perfectly with the symbolic beginning of a new season. The mild weather forecast adds to the excitement, with the promise of a pleasant transition to springtime.

The convergence of ancient traditions with modern creativity is evident in the elaborate plans for the St Brigid's Day celebrations. The Curragh Plains will witness a unique spectacle as thousands of students come together to form a huge human St Brigid's Cross, showcasing the unity and spirit of the community.

In the spirit of St Brigid's Day, the county is buzzing with anticipation for the grand events ahead. The combination of the symbolic St Brigid's Cross installations, the Awakening Festival, and the human cross formation promises a vibrant celebration of culture and tradition, setting the stage for a memorable holiday weekend.