Treat him to a Hotel or Restaurant Voucher
This Father’s Day give him the gift of Kilkenny with a voucher for one of the city or county’s top class hotels. From golf to fishing, from luxury woodland estates to on-site action packed ‘activity’ stays, there is something for every dad in Kilkenny.
Plenty of Kilkenny’s Hotel’s and Restaurants have vouchers that you can purchase to treat your dad this year. Whether he wants to be wined and dined or would prefer an escape from it all a voucher is the perfect way to treat him.
To view all the wonderful hotels in Kilkenny and purchase vouchers click here
Activities to Experience
Hawkeye Falconry Experience
Discover the ancient art of falconry at Lyrath Estate with his own private Falconry Experience. He will begin with an introduction to the Hawk he is about to fly, then set off on a walk as his hawk follows him, watching his every move. The falconer will teach him how to recall the hawk from the tree tops to his gloved hand and send him back to the trees again. Visit: www.hawkeyefalconry.ie
Kiltorcan Raceway
Kiltorcan Raceway Karting Circuit operates a 1000 metre, super smooth, all-weather, floodlit track and supplies everything visitors need for a fantastic driving experience. Karting, at any level, is challenging, exhilarating fun and extremely safe. Kiltorcan also provides 15 or 30 minutes ‘practice sessions’ for individuals or smaller groups. Visit: www.kiltoran.com
Spoil your Dad with Goodies and pick up a La Rivista Hamper
For the foodie lover, La Rivista Italian restaurant has delicious local made hampers overflowing with delicious sauces, pasta’s, dressings, oils and so much more.
Something luxurious from Kilkenny Crystal
Let him know how special he is and get him something beautiful this year from Kilkenny Crystal. They have a range of products that help you give the gift of luxury without needing a loan. From glasses; jugs and bowls to vases and chandeliers, each of Kilkenny Crystal’s gifts come beautifully wrapped with a promise to thrill him.
Dance the Night Away or Enjoy a Theatre Performance
Kilkenny is a key Irish cultural destination, so you’ll find events, festivals and shows running year-round across the county. Find tickets for fans of the theatre and gigs of all sorts at venues such as The Watergate Theatre, Barnstorm Theatre, Ballykeefe Amphitheatre and Set Theatre. There are also plenty of gigs and events in local bars that can be found in our events guide.
Style Him For Any Occasion
If your dad is a fashionista or wants to be one treat him to a new suit from Frank Wall Man’s shop located on High St or a gift that will add some glitz and glamour to their latest look from GL Ryans.
Give a Different Gift to the Alcohol Expert
Ballykeefe Distillery produces a range of spirits at their eco-friendly farm distillery, including handcrafted Irish poitín. Whiskey lovers are sure to enjoy the gift of membership to the Kilkenny Whiskey Guild who meet regularly. Pick him a gorgeous bottle of red or white wine from The Wine Centre in Kilkenny or even gift a trip to the much loved Smithwicks Experience.
We know that sometimes dads can be a little tricky to shop for. But this year, Kilkenny wants people to celebrate their dad, grandad or father figure in their life this Father’s Day with a unique and memorable gift that can only be found in Kilkenny!
