Now where else could the Cats meet but in
Kilkenny? Having the last laugh every summer, as far back as the mid 90's the festival provides a great showcase for old and new talent in a burgeoning industry as the nation laughs all the way to the bank, well maybe not. But if you cant beat em, etc and a chance to visit this medieval city in the shadow of Kilkenny Castle, some great venues and of course world class acts including Bill Murray, Eddie Izzard, Rich Hall, Paul Merton, Dara O Briain, Bill Bailey, Ricky Gervais, Stephen Fry, Tommy Tiernan, Eddie Murphy, Colin Murphy, Jimmy Carr, Ed Byrne, Des Bishop, Ardal O'Hanlon, Jason Byrne, Deirdre O'Kane, Karl Spain, Jo Brand, Neil Delamere, and Andrew Maxwell, among others.
And if you aren't left in stitches or burst your sides laughing, then the traditional soccer match between the Irish comedians and those from the rest of the world. Should finish you off.