Culture Night is Right Around the Corner! “How Will You Culture Night Next Friday, 20 September?” | The Arts Council

Today, the Arts Council encourages
everyone to start making plans for ‘How To Culture Night 2024’. Taking place next Friday 20 September, Culture Night 2024 will follow last
year’s extraordinary success, where 1.2 million people participated in over
1,700 free cultural events around the country. This year, Culture Night aims to
be even more inclusive, accessible and diverse while showcasing the best of
both the traditional and evolving arts in Ireland. 

How will you Culture Night?

The Arts
Council is highlighting the many ways people can Culture Night, whether taking
a tour, joining a visual arts workshop, moving to the music at a gig or giving
something new a go. With something for all needs and all preferences, audiences
can check the Culture Night website to find out about accessibility and what
will suit them HERE. For
anyone unsure how to Culture Night as a family, on a date, or with limited
mobility, the website www.culturenight.ie has the
answers The website and social channels will provide updates on new events
added right up until 20 September. 

Some of Ireland’s finest artists
and cultural creatives are spreading the word about Culture Night. These
Culture Night Ambassadors include Stiofán Ó Fearail, singer, songwriter,
musician and founding member of the bilingual contemporary folk group Seo Linn
who will be performing at the Arts
Council office in Merrion Square, Dublin; pop music sensation
SexyTadhg who will be taking part in Mockie
Ah!: Camp Culture event in The Everyman Theatre Cork; rapper,
songwriter and one of the most exciting names in Irish hip hop, Celaviedmai,
who will perform at the Sionna Festival of Music and Arts in King John’s Castle in Limerick;
traditional dancer extraordinaire and children’s book author Edwina Guckian who
takes part in RTÉ’s
broadcast; and writer, podcaster and sustainability advocate Keelin
Moncrieff, who will be participating in events around Dublin city. 

This year’s events take place in every
county, and in both urban and rural spaces. Culture
Night Late will return again with an
additional 45 free events running late into the night. The initiative is
delivered thanks to the additional support from the Department of Tourism,
Culture, Arts, Gaeltacht, Sport and Media under the Night-Time Economy
Taskforce. 

Commenting on the launch of
Culture Night 2024, Minister for Tourism, Culture, Arts, Gaeltacht, Sport
and Media, Catherine Martin TD said:

“Culture Night has grown exponentially
over its 19 years and my department is delighted to support this truly unique
and fantastic initiative that celebrates the vast variety of culture that our island
has to offer. Its message of ‘One Night For All’ is a tagline, but more
importantly a principle, as the Arts Council works to create an even more
inclusive and accessible Culture Night experience for all members of our
community. The success of Culture Night would not be possible without the vital
work of the Local Authorities, which contribute year on year to its ongoing
success. We are all greatly encouraged by the huge rate of engagement by
audiences with Culture Night since the launch and look forward to everyone
getting out and getting involved in their local areas on Friday 20
September.”

Maura McGrath, Chair of the Arts
Council, said:

“Culture Night is a night like no other, where
communities across Ireland come together to celebrate the vibrancy and
diversity of our arts. In my first year of being the Arts Council’s Chair,
we’re excited to offer an even broader array of events that cater to all
interests and abilities. From workshops to gigs, and late-night events, there
are countless ways to participate. Our website and social channels will guide
you every step of the way, ensuring that everyone can find their own unique way
to experience the magic of Culture Night 2024.”

Overseen by the Arts Council,
Culture Night operates in partnership with local authorities and cultural
organisations throughout the island. The night shines a light on the quality
and breadth of Ireland’s diverse cultural offerings, while introducing
audiences to new venues and emerging talent. Celebrating the values of
openness, discovery and belonging, all activities on Culture Night / Oíche
Chultúir 2024 are free. A broad expanse of people, places and spaces help make
it happen including artists, performing groups, galleries, museums, sports
clubs, libraries, arts centres, craft workers, studios, theatres, community
groups, public bodies, transport companies, universities and you the
audience. 

Maureen Kennelly, Director of the
Arts Council, said:

“Culture Night 2024 is poised to be our most
inclusive and dynamic celebration yet. Last year’s overwhelming participation
showed the power of culture to create a sense of community, and this year, we are
building on that momentum to reach even more people, in even more places,
across the country. Whether you’re drawn to traditional arts or exploring
something new, there’s something for everyone. We encourage everyone to start
planning now—where will you be on Culture Night? Let’s make this a night to
remember.”

Highlights from around the country,
for all ages and interests include:  

• A Stitch in Time – Upcycling Workshop, Rathangan Kildare will provide tips and skills to get the best out of clothes and
  household fabric items. Attendees can bring along three to five items of
  pre-loved clothes or textiles (all other materials supplied) to be repaired,
  upcycled or recreated into something new. No sewing experience necessary; from
  repairing a loose stitch to adding lace sleeves or cutting down a neckline,
  it’s all possible with a little guidance. This is a fun, creative and
  informative workshop suitable for all. 

• Mullingar Town Band Concert, Mullingar is
  delighted to present an entertaining music performance with Colourguard in
  Market Square, Mullingar for Culture Night 2024. 

• Drop-in ‘Myths and Monstrosities’ Workshop at Luan
  Gallery, Athlone will allow participants to be guided
  in creating their own figurine of a monster or mythical creature using craft
  materials. Responding to the themes of “the monstrous other” and mythology
  present in Kevin Mooney’s exhibition Tuberculosis, participants will engage in
  critical discussion with the facilitator about the concept of monstrosity and
  the use of myth in our everyday. 

• Spark a Love of Stories with Ireland’s Children’s Book
  Artists, Dublin City invites visitors to join Laureate na
  nÓg Patricia Forde and some of Ireland’s finest children’s authors and
  illustrators for an enchanting evening of live-storytelling in the window of
  Dubray Bookstore on Grafton Street.

• Reels
  on the Bus, Longford is an interactive traditional music
  workshop and live trad music session open to secondary school students in
  Longford. Reels on the Bus aims to introduce young people to Irish traditional
  music with a one-hour workshop in bodhrán playing. This immersive workshop is
  open to complete beginners and experienced musicians who will learn how to
  accompany live traditional music in a fun, collaborative environment. 

• Wild & Fired Indian BBQ Feast With Rooh Vodka, Derry – Londonderry invites guests to join
  Lo & Slo at the stunning Walled Garden of Brook Hall Estate for an
  unforgettable gastronomic BBQ fusion event. Guests will enjoy exclusive
  cocktails crafted by the renowned mixologist Dee Coll, the “Cocktail
  Man.” and a delicious three-course fire-cooked feast that marries the bold
  spices of Lee’s Punjabi roots with the smoky allure of Emily’s American BBQ.

• Going Global – A Global Citizenship Education Workshop, Leitrim. Leitrim Volunteer Centre and Comhlámh are hosting an afternoon workshop
  exploring and striving to create space for open inquiry, exploration of the
  complex, interdependent and unequal world of which we are part, and the
  envisaging of a more just and sustainable future for all.

• DoodleSong, in Clonakilty, Cork is an event for three to six year olds and their adults
  together to sing and take their crayons for a spin. With a paper covered floor
  as the artistic space there will be singsongs and tales of ancient Ireland, of
  boats and voyages, of storms and magical waves.

• Dublin Ink Tattoo Culture Experience, Temple Bar and Creative Quarter, Dublin City provides an opportunity to experience
  the art of tattooing in a unique and fun way as the talented artists at Dublin
  Ink share their skills and show visitors how to tattoo – using bananas! 

• Westport FRC Multicultural Evening, Westport, Mayo will take place at Sacred Heart School in Westport. This family-friendly
  event celebrates the rich tapestry of cultures in the community with an
  engaging array of activities. Attendees can explore tables representing various
  countries, enjoy traditional foods, crafts, and cultural displays. A world map
  will be set up for guests to mark their places of origin, and many participants
  will showcase their beautiful traditional attire.

• ‘Critters’ – A Sculpture And Performance Trail, Letterkenny, Donegal is sure to be an unforgettable evening as Inishowen Carnival
  presents a sculpture and performance trail through Letterkenny Town Park.

Once again Culture
Night Late returns with a series of events running
later into the night and many into the early hours. The initiative is presented
thanks to additional support from the Department of Tourism, Culture, Arts,
Gaeltacht, Sport and Media under the Night-Time
Economy Taskforce.

Highlights from this year’s Culture Night Late programme
include:  

• Lumina, in Tuam,
  Galway, is a breathtaking nighttime event that will captivate audiences as
  the facade of the Tuam Cathedral is transformed into a canvas of light and
  sound through projections and live choral performances. 

• Top 8 Culture Night Late, Limerick aims to nurture Ireland’s ever growing and vibrant Street Dance and Hip Hop
  culture. This event will take place across two venues in Limerick City,
  showcasing the rich and underground culture of neo-Irish-Afrolism and
  celebrating the very best in music with DJs like Limerick based Ceese and Gxrl
  Code’s Mona Lxsa.

• Meeting House Square: JyellowL, Temple Bar and Creative Quarter, Dublin City will see JyellowL bring something for every mood to the stage at Meeting
  House Square. Giving a high energy performance with impactful lyricism, his
  dynamic songs are both personal and urgent, and are sure to both make people
  move while also touching hearts. Other performances at Meeting House Square
  include BPM Collective, Culchie Goth among others.

• OTHERWORLD, Galway City follows
  the huge success of Culture Night 2023, as Outset Gallery in collaboration with
  producer Emmet Kerrigan proudly present “”OTHERWORLD””.
  This is an ambitious multidisciplinary arts event that promises to guide
  audiences through an expansive landscape, spanning multiple areas, stages and
  showcasing stellar music acts from Galway and beyond.

• Way Of The West X Connollys Of Leap, Cork invites
  audiences to experience the magic of Culture Night with Way of the West (WOTW)
  – a Late Night Event of music and art. The lineup features some of the most
  exciting names in the music scene, including Darren Emerson, JFDR, Curtisy,
  Billy Scurry, Arveene, Bon Voyage, Dj Iphone Charger and Little O.

Following on
from its success last year, the Arts Council’s book-gifting project Read
Móris back for a third year. This year, the Arts
Council is partnering with the Irish Prison Service on Culture Night to gift a
curated list of titles from Irish and Irish-based authors within all prisons
nationally. 

The Office
of Public Works (OPW)
is presenting events in 20 of its prestigious properties throughout Ireland. This year, through its partnership with Pavee
Point, The Arts Council is shining a light on the celebration of Traveller and Roma Culture. Through our ongoing partnership with The
Wheel’s We Act initiative Culture Night
also celebrates charity and community work as part of our cultural fabric. 

RTÉ proudly supports Culture Night,
broadcasting  across radio, television and online  from  multiple regional
venues from 7pm on Friday 20^th September.  RTÉ One and RTÉ Player will broadcast a music and
arts extravaganza featuring the RTÉ Concert Orchestra. David Gray and Colm Mac
Con Iomaire’s pre-recorded performance from Sceilg Mhichíl and artists
Villagers, Joe Chester, Gemma Hayes and Edwina Guckian will also perform as
part of the RTÉ show. 

There will
be an RTÉ Radio 1 Arena special
outside broadcast live from the Mermaid Arts Centre in Bray, with music, chat
and performance. 2FM Rising on Culture Night offers an unmissable night of live music in the Róisín Dubh Galway with a
selection of some of the most exciting Irish music acts including Big Sleep,
Chubby Cat, Brad Heidi and more. 2FM’sThe Tracy Clifford Show will be live from
Galway, teeing up Beta Da Silva who will host a 3-hour live broadcast, bringing
you all the action from the event.  

RTÉ lyric fm
brings Ambient Orbit, a live event on Culture Night at Trinity College, Dublin
in partnership with the Douglas Hyde Gallery. Ar RTÉ Raidío na Gaeltachta beidh
an Clár Cuireadh Chun Ceoil le Peadar Ó Riada a chraoltar ar an Aoine ó 7pm –
9pm. RTÉ is also supporting Culture Night across TV, radio, online and social
through the RTÉ Supporting the Arts scheme.

For more
information on Culture Night and to keep up with new additions to the
programme, go to www.culturenight.ie
or join the conversation on social media channels using #OneNightForAll and/or
#OícheDarSaol at Culture Night Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, YouTube and
TikTok.   

#OneNightForAll  |  #OícheDarSaol

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