European Wool Experience

'European Wool Experience' is a free, family friendly event that showcases over 35 demonstrations, crafts and exhibitions at Meadowlands Hotel, Tralee, on Saturday 28th March 2026.

Tralee will be spinning with colour, creativity and hands-on activities at the start of the Easter holidays as the 'European Wool Experience' a major free craft and wool event for children and adults.

This vibrant free fringe event celebrates Ireland's hosting of 'European Wool Day 2026 Conference' and the public is invited to experience a full day of demonstrations, exhibitions and interactive activities, all completely free.

Visitors can explore four rooms filled with over 35 exhibitors from Ireland and across Europe showcasing wool projects to see, learn and take part in.
Interactive experiences throughout the day include Finger Knitting & Lucet Braiding, Crios Belt Weaving, Spinning, Weaving, Wool processing, therapeutic knitting and lots more.
Meet wool demonstrators and exhibitors from Ireland and across Europe including Serbia, Greece, Croatia, Italy, Romania, Portugal, England, Spain and Hungary.

* Hands-on opportunities to try different wool techniques

* Fantastic range of exhibitions, displays and research

* Skilled makers sharing traditional & contemporary skills

Exhibitions include:
18th century tricorne pirate hat on display. This triangular shaped, wool felt hat, dates from the early 18th century and is a real treasure rescued from a shipwreck in the 1960s by Eddie Roe. Display courtesy of Kerry County Museum Collection.

Beautiful exhibitions of work by Feltmakers Ireland and also by the Irish Guild of Weavers, Spinners and Dyers (supported by Design & Crafts Council, Ireland)

Sheep Strength II: Using Sheep Wool to Reinforce Concrete (Won 'Best Group' at Stripe Young Scientist & Technology Exhibition 2026). Work by students Aoife Fadian & Jessica O'Connor from Ursuline College, Co.Sligo

So if you want to try your hand at something new, watch experts at work, ask questions, or simply enjoy browsing and observing, this event offers a relaxed and inspiring atmosphere for all ages.

Taking place at the start of the Easter school holidays, it's an ideal day out for families, friends, individuals or organised groups looking for something creative and different.

Drop in for an hour or stay and explore at your own pace.
Admission is free and everyone is welcome.
Groups of 10 or more are encouraged to book in advance by emailing: ewd@ewe.network with the subject line 'Group Visit'.

Event Details:
'European Wool Experience', free, fringe event open to the general public.
Date: Saturday, 28 March 2026
Time: Drop in anytime from 10am - 5pm
Location: Meadowlands Hotel, Tralee, Co. Kerry
V92 DC83
Entry: Free Admission
See full list of exhibitors and their demonstrations via our listed website page.
Saturday 28th March 10 am - 5pm .