Killarney business group forecasts 'bumper' year despite closures

Business closures including Celtic Donuts, Garret’s restaurant, and Revive cafe have become a bad omen for other towns

Killarney Chamber of Commerce joint president and Bricín restaurant owner Johnny McGuire: 'It is important not to pay heed to constant negative sentiment as all indications are that Killarney has much to enthuse about as it prepares for the season ahead.'  Picture: Don MacMonagle

Killarney Chamber of Commerce has assured businesses that it is optimistic 2024 will be a “bumper” year, despite cost pressures that have contributed to a wave of closures in recent weeks.

The business representative group’s upbeat outlook comes as the key tourist town is expected to attract 3,500 visitors to the Wander Wild Festival this month, an event forecast to be worth around €500,000 to the local economy.