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September in Ireland is a feast for the senses. From windswept coastlines to buzzing city streets, the month is packed with festivals, performances, and creative happenings that celebrate the richness of Irish culture.

Whether you're into sculpture in gardens, fringe theatre in pubs, or folklore remixed with electronica, there's something to stir every soul.

To set the rhythm for your cultural journey, let Sharon Shannon’s The Munster Hop (2025 Remaster) be your soundtrack — a joyful, accordion-driven tune that captures the spirit of Irish creativity.

🎶 🧦🍂🎭🧵🌊🎨🍏🇮🇪📚🕯️ 🔊 The Munster Hop (2025 Remaster) - Sharon Shannon

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September in Ireland is a feast for the senses.

From windswept coastlines to buzzing city streets, the month is packed with festivals, performances, and creative happenings that celebrate the richness of Irish culture. Whether you're into sculpture in gardens, fringe theatre in pubs, or folklore remixed with electronica, there's something to stir every soul. Here's your curated guide to 20 standout events across music, theatre, art, streaming, and local traditions.

🎶 Music & Spoken Word

Against All Certainty

President Michael D. Higgins’ debut spoken-word album, set to ambient soundscapes by Myles O’Reilly, offers a poetic journey through memory and identity. (Claddagh Records, now streaming)

Tradition Reimagined at The Seán Corcoran Series

Folk meets electronica, mumming meets keening — this Drogheda-based festival is a multidisciplinary celebration of Irish heritage. (Sept 5–7)

Howth Sea Festival

A coastal celebration of maritime culture, featuring sea shanties, seafood tastings, and live performances by local bands. (Howth Harbour, Sept 13–15)

Sounds from a Safe Harbour

Curated by Bryce Dessner, this Cork-based festival blends music, literature, and visual art in unexpected collaborations. (Various venues, Sept 12–15)

MusicTown Dublin

A genre-spanning showcase of Dublin’s music scene, from classical to hip-hop, with pop-up gigs and street performances. (Sept 18–22)

🎭 Theatre & Performance

Dublin Fringe Festival

Bold, immersive, and unpredictable — this year’s edition under Bee Sparks includes tasting menus and doorstep theatre. (Sept 6–21)

Galway International Arts Festival Encore

A post-summer reprise of standout performances, including site-specific theatre and experimental dance. (Sept 10–14)

The Limerick Laughs Festival

A comedy takeover with Irish and international stand-ups, improv nights, and late-night sketch shows. (Sept 19–22)

Belfast Theatre Nights

A curated series of contemporary plays staged in intimate venues across the city. (Various dates in September)

Wexford Playwrights’ Showcase

Emerging voices take the stage with new works exploring Irish identity, migration, and modern love. (Sept 7–9)

🎨 Visual Arts & Exhibitions

Sculpture in Context

Ireland’s largest outdoor sculpture exhibition celebrates 40 years at the National Botanic Gardens. (Sept 4 – Oct 10)

PhotoIreland Festival

A month-long celebration of photography and visual storytelling, with exhibitions, talks, and workshops. (Sept 1–30)

Kilkenny Arts Trail

A self-guided tour of galleries, studios, and public installations across the medieval city. (All month)

Cork Printmakers Open Studio

Explore the art of printmaking with live demos and hands-on sessions. (Sept 14–15)

Derry Walls Mural Walks

Guided tours of the city’s iconic political and cultural murals, with artist talks and live painting. (Weekends in September)

📺 Streaming & Film

The Paper

Greg Daniels’ new workplace comedy follows a struggling newspaper, starring Domhnall Gleeson and Oscar Nuñez. (Sky/NowTV, now streaming)

Irish Film Institute’s September Retrospective

A curated selection of Irish cinema classics, including restored archival footage and filmmaker Q&As. (Dublin, Sept 5–20)

CineFest Galway

Outdoor screenings of international indie films, with food trucks and live music. (Sept 6–8)

🧵 Craft, Food & Local Culture

Clonmel Applefest

Celebrate harvest season with cider tastings, orchard tours, and apple-themed crafts. (Sept 20–22)

Culture Night 2025

On September 19, Ireland comes alive with free, nationwide events celebrating creativity, community, and cultural heritage. From candlelit craft workshops in Galway to pop-up food tastings in Cork and storytelling circles in Dublin, Culture Night is a joyful, all-island celebration of local artistry. Expect open studios, artisan demos, traditional music, and late-night museum tours — all designed to showcase the richness and diversity of Irish culture.

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