
By Dan Walsh at Y21 Studios, Enniscorthy
Selin Kim, the National President of the Cambodian community in Ireland, also celebrated as Miss Planet Ireland 2025, was at Y21 Studios, Mill Park Road, Enniscorthy, this evening where she officially launched the 3-day Enniscorthy Arts & Cultural Festival.
The experience was themed “A Taste of Cambodia’ where Cambodian culture was exhibited through food, music and dance.
Ms Kim said; “As we open this festival and each of our culture is unique, what binds us together as human beings is creativity, community and the sheer joy of expressions.
“Whether you are here to listen to the music, admire the artwork, try new food or singularly enjoy the atmosphere I hope this weekend’s festival leaves you inspired, connected and uplifted. With great pride and excitement, I hereby declare Enniscorthy Arts & Culture Festival 2025, officially opened,” concluded Ms. Kim.
Earlier in the evening at Enniscorthy Castle costume designer Barbara Guthrie supervised a Costume Exhibition as part of the castle’s Living History.
There is an invitation for Afternoon Tea with acclaimed author Carmel Harrington in Enniscorthy Castle at 2.30pm tomorrow (Saturday).
There is a Saturday Drama Night from 7.30pm in the Presentation Arts Centre with 15-minute plays by local playwrights actors and directors.
Artist Marja van Kampen is available with her artwork at the IFA Centre Studio on Saturday and Sunday, 12-5pm. She will be delighted to see everybody!
