24th - 26th May - J.F.K. 50 Mile Challenge The 2013 Sneem JFK 50 Mile Challenge will take place on the weekend of the 24th, 25th & 26th May 2013. The Challenge is to complete 50miles (80km) in less than 20 hours. The walk will start and end in Sneem village on the Ring of Kerry. It is a loop walk on national, secondary, regional and minor roads with three gradual inclines which are highlighted on the route map. www.sneemjfkchallenge.com
10th -16th June - O’Sullivan Clan Gathering The village of Sneem in County Kerry welcomes Sullivans and O'Sullivans and their families and friends from around the world this June is for a week of family fun and culture. www.sneemosullivangathering.com
29th June - Sneem Triathlon The 21013 Sneem Trianthalon consists of a 750 metre swim, followed by a 20.5 km cycle ride and finally finishing with a 5.5 km run. Visit the official web site for registration. www.sneemtriathlon.ie
6th July - Ring of Kerry Charity Cycle The Ring of Kerry Charity Cycle now in it's 30th year, is the biggest one day charity fundraising event in Munster, attracting thousands of leisure cyclists who will experience a fun and rewarding days cycling, completing 112 miles of the spectacular Ring of Kerry, while at the same time fundraising for worthy Kerry based Charities. www.ringofkerrycycle.ie
17th– 21st July - Sneem Family Festival 5 days of fun for all the family in the beautiful Ring of Kerry. Activities include, Wife carrying, Crab fishing & lake fishing, Sheep shearing, Traditional music and set dancing, Craft and country market, Street entertainment Carnival/funfair for the 5 days, Football blitz, Motorised kayaking and Guided walks. www.sneemfamilyfestival.com
4th August - Sneem Regatta Sneem Rowing Club strives to promote rowing in the Parish of Sneem and surrounding areas, and to encourage participation of all age groups. www.sneemrowingclub.ie
25th - 28th October - Geofest Walking Festival The Sneem Geofest Walking Festival is a 3 day guided event containing moderate, strenuous and leisurely historical walks in the Sneem hinterland. www.kerrygeopark.ie
8th – 10th November - Sneem Storytelling Festival Walk with storytellers to explore the fabulous scenery and rich local heritage as well as bus trips to Staigue Fort and Derrynane House, home of The Liberator, Daniel O’Connell. www.sneemstorytellingfestival.com