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Calling all outdoor lovers, The Wander Wild Festival is back this year, and it’s set to be a weekend to remember for outdoor lovers! Taking place from 17th to 19th April, the Wander Wild Festival is the only event of its kind in the country and offers people the chance to take part in a wide range of outdoor-inspired events across the weekend. Catering to all fitness levels, interests and abilities, there is something for the body, mind, and soul of every adventurer!
The Wander Wild Festival will take place in the beautiful town of Killarney and the 26,000-acre UNESCO-protected Killarney National Park, Co Kerry. This area of Ireland is home to our highest mountain, the Republic of Ireland’s longest waymarked trail, and some of the most stunning lakes in the country, making it the perfect setting for this action-packed festival.
Don’t miss out!
We have attended Wander Wild for years, and without fail, every year we get messages from people wishing they had attended! So let this be your sign. Don’t miss out on Wander Wild this year! There is something for everyone at Wander Wild. We are going to try to explain in this article why we believe that this is the best outdoor weekend of the year and help you decide between the amazing events on offer, so you can create your perfect weekend.
You can explore the activities for yourself through their interactive schedule on their website! And if you have little ones, fear not, they won’t miss out on the action. There are lots of kid-friendly activities to keep those mini adventurers busy throughout the weekend.
Explore the festival schedule
Ready to book?
If you have been following Outsider for a few years, you will have already heard us mention Wander Wild numerous times. If you don’t need more convincing, Wander Wild have made it really easy for you this year. There are 3 activity bundles ready for purchase on their website. Just click and buy from the list below!
Adventurer Wanderer Weekend – Rock Climbing, Carauntoohil and a Sunrise Dip!
Rambling Wanderer Weekend – Focal & Fód, Gap of Dunloe, Yoga, Sunrise Dip & Yoga!
Wellness Wanderer Weekend – Bígí Linn, Foraging & a Sunrise Dip!
Outsider events at Wander Wild
We have been wanting to host an event at Wander Wild for years we are delighted to be bringing 2 unique events of our own to the festival this year, adding to the already incredible line-up of events.
1. Trail Running Workshop with International Trail Runner Matthew McConnell
Join us for a hands-on Trail Running Masterclass in the stunning surroundings of Tomies Woods, led by international trail runner Matthew McConnell. This is not a lecture-style session; it’s a practical, movement-based workshop designed to help you feel more confident and efficient on trails.
Throughout the session, we’ll focus on real-world trail skills across varied terrain. Expect coaching on climbing and descending techniques, pacing on technical ground, and how to move efficiently over roots, rocks and uneven surfaces. Along the way, we’ll also open up conversations around training structure, race preparation, and fuelling strategies for long days on the mountains.
This session is ideal for runners who want to build confidence on the trails or unlock the next level in their trail running. This is also perfect for road runners looking to sharpen their technique and move more efficiently in the mountains.
We will complete a 6-10km run with stops to focus on drills, technique, and to chat about how to nail race day.
2. Ellie Berry’s Vandeleur-Lynam Round Screening & Live Outsider Podcast
In the summer 2023, Ellie Berry made history when she broke the record for climbing every mountain over 600m in Ireland. Experience the premier screening of Ellie Berry’s record-breaking completion of the Vandeleur-Lynam Round, one of Ireland’s most demanding mountain challenges.
The screening will be followed by a live Outsider podcast recording and Q&A session with Ellie Berry. Explore the physical preparation, mental resilience, logistics, and support network required to complete a challenge of this scale.
This is more than a film screening; it’s a deep dive into what drives people to take on big mountain objectives and what they learn about themselves along the way. Expect honest conversation, behind-the-scenes stories, and the chance to ask questions directly.
Fan Favourite Events!
Traditional Irish Boat Tour
“Brilliant Day”
Richard from Ireland on 27-03-2024 ★★★★★
The day started wet but the chat and stories with Donal on the boat helped up forget about the rain. He was brilliant, so knowledgeable and funny. The walk itself is beautiful and well worth doing. Great day and will definitely do again.
Hike in the Reeks
“A great challenge! Fantastic guides”
Sophie from Ireland on 26-03-2024 ★★★★★
We had a great day on Sunday climbing Carrauntoohil. The weather was very Irish lots of rain and mist but that didn’t take away from the hike at all. The guides Richie & Eamon were great- the pace is always manageable with plenty of small breaks. I’ve done both routes up Carrauntoohil with Wander Wild festival in 2022 & this year- I’d thoroughly recommend it & will do it again myself.
Outdoor Rock-Climbing experience in the Gap of Dunloe
“Good experience and nice guide”
Cristian from Ireland on 27-03-2024 ★★★★★
Everything was nice, Rory is really good guide and nice person, we felt really lucky for such a day that we had
Dark Sky Hike (Old Kenmare Road)
“Knowledgeable guide made this a great experience”
Louise from Ireland on 26-03-2024 ★★★★★
I really enjoyed this activity, the fact that there was a guide telling us interesting information about stars, meteor showers, space stations and more, made it such a unique experience. While the sky wasn’t the clearest, I still really enjoyed the hike, the landscape and the wildlife and would definitely recommend!
Outsider Podcast from Wander Wild
Hear more about the real experiences of Wander Wild by listening to our dedicated Wander Wild podcast episode, where we give you all the details on how to plan the perfect weekend.
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So what are you waiting for? Check out the weekend schedule on the Wander Wild website and get planning! You can create a unique weekend by booking individual events that tickle your fancy. Most of the events sold out last year so get booking early to avoid disappointment!
We have a discount code for you too!
“OUTSIDER1026” will get you 10% off all activities!
The festival also offers you the option to purchase a gift voucher, which would make an excellent Christmas gift for a loved one who is planning to attend the festival.
Explore the festival
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