To mark the exciting arrival of the Community Games National Finals in Carlow Town, Carlow County Council is delighted to launch the Shop Local, Shop Carlow Competition — a special initiative to support local businesses and give back to the community! Whether you're a proud local or visiting Carlow for the games, you can take part in this fantastic competition with €1,000 worth of prizes up for grabs! Submit your entry during the competition period — entries open on Tuesday August 5th 2025 and close on Tuesday September 9th 2025. Prizes Include: €500 Voucher for the Woodford Dolmen Hotel €200 in Shop Local, Shop Carlow Vouchers €100 Shaws Department Store Voucher €100 Teach Dolmen Restaurant Voucher €100 Macs Menswear Voucher Lucky Winners will be selected at random after the competition closes.