This document is the official programme for Culture Night Cavan 2026, held on Friday 18 September, with a preview on Thursday 17 September. It lists events across Cavan town, Virginia, Killinkere, and Shercock, including film screenings, art installations, workshops, music, dance, storytelling, and a multicultural celebration. The programme is bilingual in Irish and English.
This document is the official programme for Culture Night Cavan 2026, taking place on Friday 18 September, with a preview on Thursday 17 September. It is intended for residents and visitors of County Cavan, Ireland, who wish to attend free cultural events. The programme is presented in both Irish and English.
The programme begins with events on Culture Night Eve, Thursday 17 September. These include a film double bill at Blessings Bar featuring 'The Cure' and 'The Lacey Way', and a Pop-Up Gaeltacht at the same venue, focusing on conversational Irish. On Friday, a lunchtime Pop-Up Gaeltacht takes place at Market Square.
Friday's events include outdoor art installations at Cavan Courthouse Railings, such as an interactive storytelling piece by Marilyn Gaffney and a recycled paper and textile installation by Anna Wiercioch. A giant bird puppet, Mrs Polly Bubblebeak, will roam the streets. Street Life at Townhall Arts Centre Car Park features two outdoor shows.
Workshops are held at the Conaty Centre, including a breath, sound bath and stone art session with Sharon Mundy, and a restorative dance workshop with Fiona Flynn. The Ukrainian Centre hosts a community art event blending Celtic and Ukrainian traditions. A multicultural event at the Farnham Arms Hotel features music, dance, and storytelling from various cultural groups.
Evening events include a physical theatre piece 'Visceral'22 Remastered' at Townhall Arts Centre, an art exhibition by Ben Reilly, and a group exhibition at Ramor Arts Centre. In Virginia, there is a talk on Rosie Boote and the Headfort family, and an exhibition by Irish Wheelchair Association service users. In Killinkere, a traditional Oíche Ghaelach is held, and in Shercock, a film screening of Lough Sillan Regattas is accompanied by live music.
The programme also lists events in Shercock, including a screening of archival footage of Lough Sillan Regattas with a live musical score, and a community evening celebrating diverse cultures. The document provides times, venues, and contact details for each event, emphasising that all events are free and family-friendly.