Judging is currently underway at the Lyrath Estate Hotel for the Kilkenny Student Enterprise Awards.
Fourteen schools are taking part, with 119 students presenting 45 innovative mini businesses.
The awards aim to highlight the creativity and entrepreneurial spirit of young students in Kilkenny.
The winners will be announced during the awards ceremony, which will take place at 1:45 pm. Members of the public are invited to attend from 1 pm.
This event provides an excellent platform for students to showcase their business ideas and talent.