There are some very famous annual events in this wonderful market town, such as the Ashbourne Shrovetide football match and the Ashbourne Highland Gathering, which are a must see if you are in the area during the summer. Not only are these both memorable and exciting, but they occur, no matter the weather and crowds flock for miles around to get a good seat or a front row position. The well dressings and Ashbourne Carnival are famous for their flowers, and the town comes alive with a truly wonderful atmosphere of community spirit.
Ashbourne events number quite a few and there is always something going on at some time or other. There are book fairs and antique fairs, brownie and cub events and nearly all of them happen on a regular basis. Check out this page regularly and we will update you as new events get added. All sporting events will be listed here as well, but we need you to keep us up-to-date, so please don’t hesitate to send in your events and we can show them off for all to see. No matter whether it’s a grand occasion or something small, any event in Ashbourne will take place amongst friends and you would be very welcome to come along and join in.