The 9th Ballykeeffe Mid-Summer Events brought together a diverse and entertaining programme from lectures to Shakespearean theatre and music ranging from classical to rock. The Family Fun Day was a huge success with rides, games, magician, music and lots more. Visitors from all parts of the country came to experience the magical setting and fabulous atmosphere unique to the Ballykeeffe Amphitheatre.

Ballykeeffe Mid Summer Events 2010 will take place from June to August. We look forward to another summer of entertainment for all and look forward to seeing you there.

So take look at the programme for 2010 and prepare to enjoy a truly memorable experience at Ballykeeffe Quarry Amphitheatre. Remember that our events take place in the great outdoors so dress according to the weather. However if it happens to rain the event will usually be held indoors. There is stone seating capable of holding 350 people and a terraced grass bank which takes as many more. Plus lots of space around the stage area, a paved limestone circle. A 10 mtr. By 10 mtr. Ballykeeffe is 8 miles from Kilkenny city on the R 695 road and special signs are put in place when concerts are going on.

Family Fun Day Ballykeeffe 2010 The sun shined on all at Ballykeeffe last Sunday and a great day was had by all. Visiting Storyteller Melissa Baker came in a magical Caravan all the way from Cork to transport the children’s imagination to a land of fairies. Outside the Caravan it was like a fairy Kingdom as all you could see were happy children enjoying sliding down the bouncy castles, running around the grass, having their faces painted and enjoying many more activities. There was something for all ages as the adults and children alike indulged in local grown Strawberries and cream while they were entertained by the Irish Dancers from Tullaroan under the guidance of Deirdre Maher and magician Paul Phelan. A wonderful parade of dogs was to be seen in the dog show which was judged by Gina Henderson of PAWS in Mullinahone. It was great day with plenty of activity including on the cliff where members of the Mountain Rescue were scaling and absailing the rock face. There was also archery, go-Karting and many other activities to keep everyone entertained. The evening ended with entertainment by local musicians Colm and Miriam.

Amphitheatre A special thanks, to all those who gave sponsorship for the Ballykeeffe festival this year and to Anne Neary of Ryeland House Cookery School who very kindly judged the Baking Competition, in its first year.

The committee would like to thank all those who helped out on the day, who supported the event and the volunteers who put so much work into maintaining the grounds.

Quotes from Artists that have played here:

	Moya Brennan. " What a unique experience! There can't be anywhere else like Ballykeeffe in Ireland. Playing there was a pleasure - its intimate and easy to connect with the audience but at the same time there's a sense of grandeur and drama beneath the magnificent rockface. A gem of a place and I'm sure destined to become a favourite with all kinds of performers".
	Noirinn Ni Riain. " The amphitheatre was special and magical community resource. The dramatic cliff face of the old quarry makes for a very impressive backdrop and the tiered seating is beautifully landscaped in a way that also maximises the acoustics".
ANÚNA "To return to this unique venue is always a pleasure, and we are assured of a warm welcome at all times - thank you"
Experience The Unforgettable A deep, worked-out quarry, nestling beneath Ballykeeffe Wood and Nature Reserve, offers acoustics and a setting designed to provide an unforgettable and memorable evening. Leading performers have thrilled audiences here - Anuna, Kila, Cora Venus Lunny, Dublin Welsh Male Voice Choir.