Ballaghaderreen, Boyle, Ballydangan, Castlerea, Cootehall, Frenchpark, Keadue, Knockcroghery, Roscommon town, Strokestown and Tulsk – a whistle stop of the county reflecting the expansive list of locations hosting Culture Night events this year!
On Friday September 19th, 22 local venues will host 34 free events for this year’s Culture Night Roscommon with a large number of events planned for Boyle.
The largest ever programme for Roscommon was officially launched by Cathaoirleach Cllr Liam Callaghan in the new gardens at King House, Boyle recently.
Culture Night invites everyone, everywhere, on one joyful night, to discover and celebrate all that our culture is about today. Roscommon’s programme features a rich and diverse programme of concerts, gigs, workshops, exhibitions and readings.
On the night there will be events featuring music, film, literature, comedy, heritage, food, crafts, history and visual art, all showcased in 22 diverse venues across County Roscommon. Culture Night / Oíche Chultúir 2025 is a national event connecting everyone to cultural activities locally and nationally.
Events in Roscommon kick off from 4pm and run until midnight. Audiences can experience culture for as long or as short, as early or as late as they like! It’s about dipping into and experiencing a range of arts and culture in the county’s eclectic cultural venues – and an opportunity to mingle and meet artists and audiences countywide.
This year’s launch took place in the newly developed gardens at King House Boyle – one of the specially commissioned projects celebrating the 30th Anniversary of King House this year. The gardens also feature a new sculpture by local craft artist Jack Murphy.
Joining the Cathaoirleach for the launch were Senator Gareth Scahill; Chris Flynn Director of Services; Arts Office and King House staff, together with members of the team from Boyle Family Resource Centre who will host a Hot Air Ballooning themed – Community Festival of Fun in King House Gardens and Courtyard on Culture Night. Also author Trudy Callaghan who will read from her book ‘Rosie’s Happy Place’ at the Una Bhán Tourism shop, located on the grounds of King House.
Speaking at the launch of Culture Night Roscommon, Cathaoirleach Cllr Liam Callaghan said “We encourage everyone to have a look at the Roscommon programme curated by our local Arts Office – with such a diverse range of events, there is bound to be an event to suit everyone in their local area.”
Roscommon County Council’s Arts Officer Rhona McGrath added: “We are delighted to support the Roscommon artists, performers, organisers and venues who are central to this year’s celebrations and thank them for their time in preparing and creating the exciting events which will be presented on our largest ever Culture Night.”
Don’t miss out – spread the word and dive into the cultural experiences that Roscommon has to offer! Culture Night Roscommon is organised by Roscommon County Council Arts Office in partnership with the Arts Council of Ireland, artists and cultural organisations throughout the county.
Please note some events, while free of charge, require booking. All information relating to Culture Night Roscommon 2025 is available on posters, flyers, on Facebook and at https://culturenight.ie/roscommon.
(Pic by Brian Farrell)
