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National Culture Night group exhibition

Sep 18 - Oct 18, 2026 Letterkenny

Ongoing

The National Culture Night group exhibition at Letterkenny's Regional Cultural Centre features a diverse collection of artistic works, including pieces by Lifford-based artist Norman Gibson.

Art exhibition Culture Night +3

Dublin Theatre Festival: Animals

Sep 23 - Nov 7, 2026 Dublin

Ongoing

A new theatrical production titled 'Animals' is coming to the Abbey Theatre as part of the Dublin Theatre Festival. Based on the short fiction of Blindboy Boatclub, the play is a provocative...

Theatre Performing Arts +3

Martin Benson Photography Exhibition

Sep 25 - Oct 2, 2026 Donegal

Ongoing

A special surprise photography exhibition showcasing the life's work of local photographer Martin Benson is held at Fort Dunree, Donegal, from September 25 to October 2, 2026.

Photography Exhibition +4

Special Concert to Launch Friends of Esker Arts

Sep 29 - Oct 4, 2026 Tullamore

Ongoing

The Esker Arts Centre in Tullamore, Ireland, will host a special concert and a production of the Olivier Award-winning tragicomedy 'Stones in His Pockets' from September 29 to October 4, 2026. This...

Cultural events Concert +3

Bualadh Bos Children’s Festival

Oct 1-10, 2026 Limerick

Upcoming

The Bualadh Bos Children’s Festival returns to Limerick from October 1 to 10, 2026, featuring over thirty performances of theatre, dance, music, and visual art. The festival is designed specifically for young...

Children S Festival Arts +7

Éigse Michael Hartnett Literary Festival

Oct 1-4, 2026 Newcastle West

Upcoming

The Éigse Michael Hartnett Literary Festival is a four-day literary and cultural event held in Newcastle West, Ireland, from October 1 to October 4, 2026. The festival opens with an EU-themed parade...

Literary Festival Literature +8

Harvest Sessions

Oct 2-3, 2026 Louth

Upcoming

Harvest Sessions is a free two-day touring cultural event that brings live music and performances to four specific communities across County Louth. Utilizing a unique mobile stage known as Festival in a...

Music Folk +5

Selfbuild Extend and Renovate Show

Oct 3-4, 2026 Bekan

Upcoming

The Selfbuild Extend and Renovate Show is a two-day exhibition for homeowners in the Connaught region, taking place at the University of Galway Connacht GAA Air Dome in Bekan. Scheduled for October...

Exhibition Renovation +6

Mayo Mayhem 2026

Sep 25 - Oct 5, 2026 Mayo

Ongoing

Mayo Mayhem 2026 is the ninth installment of Ireland's premier wave windsurfing contest, held along the coastline of County Mayo. Scheduled for late September and early October, the event carries ranking status...

Windsurfing Water Sports +4

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