All-island public event comes to Carndonagh on 19th September
Carndonagh, Co. Donegal – 8th August 2025
On Friday 19th September, Spraoi agus Spórt, will hand the reins to young people for a special Culture Night celebration in Carndonagh. Culture Night / Oíche Chultúir is an annual, all-island public event celebrating culture, creativity and the arts. Thanks to Shared Island Civic Society funding there is a full and free of charge programme, curated, produced, and hosted by local young people, showcasing their ideas, creativity, and energy through workshops, performances, and activities that are open to all.
The event can be found from 6pm at Spraoi agus Spórt’s units at Supervalu Carndonagh, with highlights that include visual arts workshops, music with an open mic and live band, digital media creation stations, and lantern making. Visitors can also enjoy a pop-up Gaeltacht café with tea, coffee, and treats, a “come try an instrument” session, and a curated exhibition of artworks created on Culture Night and in the lead-up. Gaming tournaments, film and photography booths, and opportunities to explore digital arts will run alongside live displays from local artists.
The event is free to attend and open to all, with a particular focus on young people and teens. Children under 12 must be accompanied by an adult. Some sessions can be booked in advance via the Spraoi agus Spórt website.
Deirdre McGrory, Creative Youth Engagement Coordinator and Event Manager, said:
“Spraoi agus Spórt are thrilled to host this Culture Night event. This is a celebration of young people and their ideas. We are delighted to collaborate with some of the leading arts organisations in the North West, including ArtLink, The Nerve Centre and the Inishowen Traditional Music Project, alongside the youth advisory board we have recruited. Thanks to the Shared Island Civic Society, we have been able to pour time into meeting, learning, and planning for this event. We aim to showcase local artists while providing exciting creative sessions for all on Friday 19th September.”