The sharks dine out for annual celebratory feast
The Kinsale Sharks remains one of the most respected and longest-running creative festivals in the world. The 2026 Shark Awards festival in Kinsale runs from September 16 to 18.
Now in its 63rd year, the Kinsale Sharks remains one of the most respected and longest-running creative festivals in the world.
Founded in 1962 in Kinsale, the event has grown into a truly international showcase. What began as a local advertising competition is now a multi-category awards platform attracting agencies, production companies and artists from across the globe.
