The Kerry Homecoming Festival, running from October 18th to November 1st, 2024, is a collaboration between Fáilte Ireland and the Department of Foreign Affairs to welcome the Kerry Diaspora home. Highlights include the Global Gaelic Games Social Festival and Samhain-themed spectale events filled with spooky delights and lively performances. Enjoy genealogy and heritage talks, clan gatherings, storytelling, and craft workshops. The festival also features a business networking event for the Kerry Ambassador Programme.

Local seasonal events joining the fun include the Patrick O'Keeffe Music Festival, Kerry International Film Festival, Oireachtas na Samhna, Tralee’s National Circus Festival, and the Tralee Half Marathon.