Culture Night 2025 in Wexford – Your comprehensive guide to everything happening in the county
Wexford PeopleOn Friday, September 19 Ireland hosts the 20th edition of Culture Night and for those in Co Wexford there will be no shortage of free events for families to enjoy. Beginning in the afternoon and continuing right into the night, there are a number of workshops, performances, and shows taking place in all five districts with something on offer for all ages.
Ceol Cuisle, Wexford’s Flute Choir, will start the programme of events at Greenacres at 5 p.m. Ceol Cuisle is a community based gathering of Flute Players welcoming all age groups, with the aim of celebrating flute musicianship and repertoire.
Join Wexford Pride as they mark Culture Night with an evening full of creativity, joy, and community spirit as they showcase the incredible talents of LGBTQIA+ creatives, try your luck at Drag Bingo, and dance the night away to the best queer anthems of the 80s. Sinnott’s Bar 4-11.30 p.m.
Autumn Equinox Celtic Calendar Workshop
Running from 4-6 p.m. this is a parent and child workshop using recycled and natural materials. Hosted by Laura Flood and taking place in the Westgate Visual Artist’s Studios & Garden participants will use collage techniques and dried flowers, natural glue and inks to create each segment of the calendar wheel.
Register attendance or request more information from Laura by emailing laurafloodartist@gmail.com
This exhibition in Green Acres Gallery opens on Culture Night and continues until September 29. Pop in to preview over 100 works which have been generously donated by artists and will be auctioned on September 20, raising funds for or Amnesty International and Médecins Sans Frontières.
An Ciúnas / The Silence Gallery Tour & Late Opening
At Wexford Arts Centre from 5 p.m. a solo exhibition by artist Marianne Keating curated by Miguel Amado will be on display. Marianne Keating is a London-based Irish artist and researcher whose practice examines intersecting and overlooked narratives of Irish emigration to the Caribbean, particularly Jamaica, where the Irish were recruited as a new labour force after the abolition of enslavement. Keating’s multidisciplinary film installations that combine a range of archival materials, found footage, newly shot footage, text, and sound.
From 5.30 p.m. at the Westgate Visual Art Studio this interactive session will give participants the chance to carve in clay, what culture means to you. Make your mark along with others to create an image or written work on a tile that will then be placed together to create a large community collaborative work.
Anam Choir will perform at St Peter's Square Bandstand in Wexford Town on Culture Night from 6.30pm to 7pm.
Music Generation Wexford’s Yellow Bellows
Yellow Bellows is a youth singing group who perform dynamic rock and pop songs with movement and body percussion. The group is led by Music Generation Wexford musician educators Anita Mahon and Diarmuid Comerford. Bullring 5.30 p.m.
This year we have invited local poets, Conor Daniel Lyons, Margaret Galvin and Mary Wallace to join our Makers John Sinnott, Annette Byrne, Mairead Stafford and Emma Phillips. Also on the night you can view Along the Edge, an exhibition inspired by the Raven Point by local artist John Cullen. The Makers House, Crescent Quay, 5.30-8.30 p.m.
A high energy performance by the percussion ensemble at Monck St from 6 p.m.
The show is a blend of comedy and juggling, with a little bit of audience participation required, and it’s fun for the whole family. The Bullring 6.15 p.m.
Open Studios – Westgate Visual Artist’s Studios
Meet the talented resident artists; Oonagh Latchford, Laura Flood, Sarah Cogley, and Mirona Mara as they welcome you into their studios (Y35 K7D7). Enjoy a behind-the-scenes look at new works in progress, chat with the artists about their inspiration, and maybe even find the perfect artwork to take home.
Juggler Brendan’s family-friendly comedy juggling show will take place at The Bullring, Wexford Town on Culture Night from 6.15pm to 6.45pm.
Anam Choir perform at the bandstand in St. Peter’s Square in Wexford from 6.30-7 p.m. As part of Anam Choir, singers have the opportunity to explore their voice, build their confidence, meet like-minded people and have fun in a safe and welcoming environment. The choir perform regularly across Wexford and further afield and always encourage audience participation.
Music for Wexford presents a special evening featuring popular works from the classical repertoire, curated and performed by talented young musicians from Wexford at St Iberius Church. The first performance will take place at 7 p.m. and the second performance will take place at 8 p.m.
HFC Concert Band with The Dara Pierce Ballet Academy
Come hear a wide genre of music from pop to classical to traditional, played on wind instruments. The HFC band are an intergenerational group of mixed ability who enjoy the experience of coming together and performing. 6.30 p.m. at Selskar Square.
Outspoken - Even Better Than The Real Thing
Celebrate Outspoken’s third anniversary with Even Better Than the Real Thing. A unique spoken-word night where performers bring to life pieces that they wish they had written. Expect powerful performances, heartfelt stories behind each piece, and a warm, welcoming atmosphere at Red Books. Audiences will experience diverse voices, from local talent to multicultural influences, all celebrating the art of spoken-word and the stories that inspire us. 7-9 p.m.
Composer George Higgs will introduce some of his multisensory music instruments (smoke ring cannons and vibrating speakers) and recent graphic score compositions developed over 15 years of working in the Deaf community, including recent work with deaf children in Newbawn NS with Music Generation Wexford. At the Westgate Heritage Centre from 7-9 p.m.
Join the Loch Garman Band at their rehearsal space (Friends’ Meeting House, High St) for an evening of vibrant and engaging music, featuring a wide-ranging selection of pieces specially arranged for brass band. This performance promises something for everyone, with a programme that’s accessible and enjoyable for all audiences. 7.30 p.m.
A special piano performance by Bohdan Grechko. National Opera House, 6.45 p.m.
Come see a sneak preview showcasing the incredible talent of the Oyster Lane Theatre Group as they prepare for their November 2025 production of the family classic, The Wizard of Oz. Set in the Talbot Hotel, this event promises to deliver a magical theatrical experience, celebrating artistic excellence and intergenerational appeal, while offering an exciting glimpse into the upcoming full production. 8.10-8.40 p.m.
The musical programme at Greenacres will conclude with a performance by The Bridge Singers, an a cappella group from Castlebridge, from 8.30-9 p.m.
Light art is already magical on its own, but with the help from Louise Skelly we will create a playful, creative piece of art. Think of it as a mix between photography, theatre, and fireworks, but you get to keep the final piece forever. This is a drop in event running alongside our programmed late night event at the Wexford Arts Centre and will take place in the Dr. Billy Colfer room from 10 p.m. to midnight.
Cluster Funk led by renowned jazz drummer and educator Kevin Lawlor will perform jazz and groove music by artists including Thundercat, Norah Jones, Andre 3000, Mark Guliana, Erykah Badu, Jorja Smith, Terrace Blanchard, Robert Glasper and more. The band also use well known hip hop grooves with jazz standards played over them as an alternative take on jazz fusion. Expect everything from organ driven funk to ambient jazz. Wexford Arts Centre 10.30-11.45 p.m.
An Evening of Music and Food with the Yola Hedge School Community
Taking place at the Yola Hedge School from 5-8 p.m. in Tagoat this is an evening of music, food, and community spirit. Enjoy live music, guest performances, delicious food, and dancing in the company of neighbours and friends. Spaces are limited — please register your interest by emailing yolafarm@gmail.com to confirm your place.
Live Painting Experience at Big Barn Art & Antiques
Join Artist Trisha O Callaghan and Tara James Power for an inspiring live oil painting and drawing demonstration, set amidst the evocative interiors of a character filled antiques shop; Big Barn Art and Antiques, Bridgetown. This unique event offers a rare opportunity to watch the magic of oil painting and drawing unfold in real time, with the atmosphere and textures of antique treasures serving as both muse and setting.
An enchanting evening in Rosslare beginning with a cultural celebration in Coast Hotel at 6 p.m. and culminating in the filling of the historic St. Brioc’s Well, where community voices will blend in a ‘song share’ featuring traditional Irish melodies alongside international music from our diverse community.
Free guided tours will run at Hook Lighthouse from 4pm to 5pm on Culture Night.
At this event in Enniscorthy Library (4 p.m.) children will cut, stick, and decorate their own designs to create beautiful patterned pieces. Each child will make two squares: one to take home and one to contribute to a large collaborative hanging decoration that will be displayed on the night.
From 5-8 p.m. the Brazilian community in Enniscorthy invites you to celebrate Culture Night with live music and Brazilian food. The event takes place at Meet Brazil on Castle Hill.
An outdoor printmaking workshop where you’ll learn linocut and silkscreen techniques to create postcards, prints, or decorate paper bags. You’re also welcome to bring clothing items to print on. Led by Latvian artist Laura Freināte, who lives in Co. Wexford, supported by local volunteers, this family- friendly event invites all ages to explore creativity and celebrate Culture Night together from 5 p.m. Ben Mulhall Park, Johnstown, Clonegall.
Discovering Local Heritage with Barry Lacey
Join local historian Barry Lacey at the Bunclody Library (4-5 p.m.) for a fascinating talk on discovering and recording local heritage. Barry will discuss how people and community groups can effectively discover and record their own research.
All are welcome to come on down to The Presentation Arts Centre (6-9 p.m.) for a free art workshop. Using paper, cardboard, and a lot of drawing magic to create fun imaginative 3D buildings, we are going to create a huge floating city of paper buildings. What does your dream house look like? Let your imagination run wild, all while enjoying complimentary refreshments and snacks
Celebrate the richness and beauty of our diverse community through a vibrant evening of culture at the Enniscorthy Allotments. Featuring music from around the world, storytelling, and poetry from different cultures, delicious international dishes, dance and colour. 6.30-8.30 p.m.
Music Generation Wexford Presents George Higgs – The Sense Ensemple at the Westgate Music Rehearsal Space from 7pm to 9pm on Culture Night.
Inis Córthaidh CCÉ will hold its Culture Night in the National 1798 Rebellion Centre from 7-9 p.m. This will be an informal evening of music, song and dance. Admission is free.
Opening of Enniscorthy Arts & Culture Festival
Coinciding with Culture Night, Selin Kim, National President of the Cambodian Community in Ireland and Miss Planet Ireland 2025, will officially open the Enniscorthy Arts & Culture Festival. Dressed in her traditional national costume she will give a talk on Cambodian culture demonstrating Cambodian national dance and inviting guests to enjoy delicious samples of Cambodian cuisine, followed by some Cambodian music and song. Y21 Studios, Mill Park Road, Enniscorthy, 7.30-9.30 p.m.
The North Wexford Historical Society presents an exhibition of the North Wexford area as told through 100 objects at Gorey Library from 4-9 p.m.. Step into the rich tapestry of our past through an evocative exhibition of 100 carefully selected objects. From historical artefacts to digital stories, photographs and everyday items, this unique display explores the history, industry, culture and customs that have shaped our region. Each item offers a window into a different facet of life of North Wexford — its people, its traditions, community and culture.
Collaborative art-making session at Caroline Bergin Art
Gorey’s natural and built heritage will be the focus of this workshop hosted by local artist Caroline Bergin. Explore your personal connection to Gorey in this collaborative art-making session. Participants will create individual artworks inspired by local landmarks, memories, or points of interest, using a variety of references provided — or from their own imagination. Caroline Bergin Art Studio 4.30-6 p.m.
An evening of creativity, connection, and culture at Gorey School of Art from 5-9 p.m. Explore life drawing for the LGBTQ+ community, painting for adults, and printmaking workshops in a relaxed, welcoming environment.
At 6.30 p.m. at the Gorey Art Collective eager artists will have the opportunity partake in a special session. Originating from the Dutch word for ‘face’, a Tronie captures expressive and exaggerated facial features. In this special session, you’ll have the chance to draw from a costumed life model. All drawing materials provided – just bring your curiosity Two artists on hand to offer tips, techniques, and friendly guidance.
Painting Our Coastline with Caroline Bergin Art
Celebrate the beauty of North Wexford’s beaches with a guided acrylic painting session on canvas. Working from a local coastal reference, participants will be led through the process of capturing the scene — no experience necessary. Booking required – 10 places only Booking and more information: carobergin@hotmail.com. Caroline Bergin Art Studio, 7-8.30 p.m.
The Ceol Mo Chroí Culture Club performace will take place at the Book Café, Gorey from 7pm to 9.30pm on Culture Night.
The Ceol Mo Chroí Culture Club is an intergenerational performance and community participatory event devised and delivered by Rachel Uí Fhaoláin (Ceol Mo Chroí) and John Ó Faoláin (Traditional Archive Channel). The community, across the generations, are invited to come together in The Book Café i nGuaire from 7-9.30 p.m. on Oíche Chultúir for an evening of traditional song, music, stories, poetry and dance, while supporting the Irish language.
From 7.30-10 p.m. a vibrant cultural evening at Murphy’s Restaurant, Gorey with music, poetry, and storytelling takes place. Live music will be provided by Jazz Token who play jazz standards and instrumentals from the swing era to the 60s with a more modern flavour. There will also be some spoken word and poetry at the event with contributions from Mick O’Callaghan, Seamus Kavanagh, and Margaret Sherrif. Hosted by Aidan Murphy and the warm team at Murphy’s, this evening promises to foster connection, creativity, and culture in a welcoming setting.
Join CCÉ Gorey/Ballygarrett for a Seisiún in celebration of culture night in the Loch Garman Arms, Gorey at 8 p.m.
Hook Lighthouse celebrates its ancient maritime heritage and culture and will throw the doors open for free on National Culture Night. Come and enjoy a free guided tour experience. Free tours will run at 4 p.m., 4.30 p.m. and 5 p.m. (each tour is 30 minutes) First come first served – numbers are limited.
Join us for a vibrant evening of dramatic performances, featuring a specially curated selection of works from some of our most celebrated writers at New Ross Library at 7 p.m.. Both familiar faces and exciting new talents from the New Ross Drama Workshop will bring a range of drama pieces to life — from the classic to the contemporary.
Performing in the New Ross Library from 6-7 p.m., the Danescastle Music Group was established in the late 1970s by Martha Torpey and John Marshall. This award winning group has gone from strength to strength since its inception. Join us for what should prove to be a riveting performance by these talented musicians.
The New Ross Singers will be performing at Brennan’s Lane, in the heart of New Ross at 6.30 p.m.. Come and join them for an uplifting performance as they present a short programme of well-loved popular songs. Whether you prefer to sing along or simply enjoy the music, this event invites everyone to share in the joy of familiar tunes and community spirit.
Create a hands-on cushion with the different generations of your family with guidance and inspiration from Dawn at Craft Central. You’ll use textile paints to decorate a keepsake piece which celebrates your family. Suitable for 2 – 6 family members (one cushion between two people). Best for families with children under 10yrs. 4-6 p.m. at Craft Central, Priory Quay, New Ross.
Exclusive showcase of County Wexford Short Films, presented by Screen Wexford in partnership with Culture Night. Experience a captivating selection of drama, documentary, and artistic films, all created by talented County Wexford filmmakers or filmed in our beautiful county. St Michael’s Theatre, New Ross, 8pm
Join local tour guide Myles Courtney for a captivating Mural Tour of New Ross. As part of Culture Night, this one-hour walking tour explores eight striking mural locations throughout the town centre.
Blending contemporary street art with rich historical insights, Myles brings the past and present together in an experience designed for all ages. The tour is set at a relaxed walking pace, perfect for soaking in the sights and stories that shape New Ross. Booking required, email newrossstreetfocus@gmail.com Tour starts at 6.30pm
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