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Limerick Mental Health Week 2026

Oct 4-10, 2026 Limerick

Upcoming

Limerick Mental Health Week 2026 returns for its 22nd anniversary from October 4 to October 10, centered on the theme "Connecting Communities." Organized by the Limerick Mental Health Association, the week-long festival...

Mental Health Wellness +5

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

Clare Health and Wellbeing Age Expo

Oct 1, 2026 Ennis

Upcoming

The Clare Health and Wellbeing Age Expo is an annual event held in Ennis that provides essential information and support for older people and their families. Scheduled for October 1 at Treacy’s...

Health Wellbeing +6

Ballinasloe Horse Fair and Festival

Oct 4-12, 2026 Ballinasloe

Upcoming

The Ballinasloe Horse Fair and Festival in County Galway is one of Europe’s oldest and most significant equestrian events, with roots stretching back to the 18th century. It attracts tens of thousands...

Horse Fair Traditional Festival +7

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

Féile an Fhómhair

Sep 25 - Oct 4, 2026 Carlow

Ongoing

Féile an Fhómhair is a 10-day bilingual autumn festival in Carlow that celebrates Irish heritage through a variety of cultural and community events. Organized by Glór Ceatharlach, the event promotes the Irish...

Traditional Culture Irish Language +6

Something In The Water community arts festival

Sep 28 - Oct 2, 2026 Headford

Ongoing

Something In The Water is an annual five-day community arts festival held in Headford, County Galway. The event presents a multidisciplinary program across local venues, featuring music, theatre, literature, film, dance, and...

Arts Festival Music +7

Bressie & Irish Chamber Orchestra Special Concert

Oct 4, 2026 Limerick

Upcoming

Musician and mental health advocate Niall Breslin, known as Bressie, performs a collaborative concert with the Irish Chamber Orchestra at the University Concert Hall in Limerick on October 4, 2026. The performance...

Concert Orchestral Music +4

Louth Community Expo

Sep 30, 2026 Dunleer

Starts today

The Louth Community Expo is an event showcasing community, voluntary, social inclusion, and environmental organizations from across County Louth, Ireland. It provides an opportunity for visitors to meet local groups, discover available...

Community Event Expo +5

MusicTown 2026 – A Celebration of Philip Lynott

Sep 28 - Oct 4, 2026 Dublin

Ongoing

MusicTown 2026 is a week-long festival in Dublin dedicated to the life and legacy of Irish music icon Philip Lynott. Taking place from September 28 to October 4, 2026, the event commemorates...

Music Rock +6

LASTA Festival

Sep 1-30, 2026 Laois

Ongoing

The LASTA Festival is a multi-disciplinary arts event, curated by young people aged 18-26, held at the Dunamaise Arts Centre in Laois throughout September. The program includes an art exhibition, a professional...

Arts Festival +7

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

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