BRIAN O'CONNELLpresents a round-up of summer events taking place around the country

SPOOKY KILLARNEY

Every evening for the summer a bus will take visitors to haunted spots and sites of local folklore. The trip is suited to children over 10 years and lasts two hours. Tickets can be purchased on the bus on the night. 087-2945007, www.killarney ghosttour.com

RICHES OF CLARE

As part of a lunchtime summer series, traditional musicians Kieran Kissane, Edel Vaughan, Brian Mooney and Liam Flanagan take to the stage at the Clare Museum in Ennis. All concerts start at 1pm and admission is free. 065-6846267, www.richesofclare.com

DALKEY CASTLE

See a host of medieval characters brought to life by a team of actors at the Dalkey castle and heritage park throughout the summer. Performances begin at 9.30am on weekdays and 11am on weekends, and give visitors an insight into 14th- and 15th-century Dublin life. Admissions is €4-6. www.dalkeycastle.com

TRABOLGAN GETAWAY

With staycations gaining in popularity this year, this east Cork resort might be worth a punt. Options are available for week-long, mid-week or weekend stays. Day-visitor passes cost €10 per person and entertainment includes X-Factor finalists, such as Ruth Lorenzo, who performs tonight. 021-4661551, www.trabolgan.com

JINX LENNON

The punk poet returns to Derry tomorrow night to Sandinos back room, with a new album and the same rage, melody and electro sounds that have brought him much critical acclaim. Support on the night comes from the Poetry Chicks. Tickets £4 (€4.60) with doors at 9.30pm. www.jinxlennon.com

WALKING TOUR

As part of the Oldcastle Arts Festival, a walking tour organised by the Moylagh Historical Society is on tomorrow at 7pm, starting at the library. 087-6370034, www.lecheile.com