We Act at Culture Night
Charity and community work is part of our culture.
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That's why We Act have teamed up with the Arts Council once again this year, to open the doors of charities and community groups around Ireland, and let the public see what we do.
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Stay tuned for We Act Culture Night Programme 2025 coming soon and or sign up to host your own event through the Culture Night Open Call.
We'll be launching our programme of events in Summer 2025, but for now, check out last year's line up!
Spice Culture, Clonakilty Community Resource Centre, Cork
Spice up your Culture Night with for delicious nibbles and music from around the world.
Dear Boobs; We Act Breast Together, Gort, Galway
Gort Cancer Support welcomes you to explore how the arts can lift our spirits and feed our souls.
Become some of the first seed savers in this library and enjoy a deliciously wild interactive story.
Iconic modern pieces and historical treasures with Five Lamps Arts and Fire Station Artists' Studio.
St Patrick's Cathedral, Dublin
Climb aboard a BUMBLEance, speak with a driver and find out about the vital work they do.
One Million Stars Weave Workshop,
CHQ, Dublin
Learn to weave an eight point star for light, hope and solidarity against gender based violence .
IMMA, Dublin
Join We-Consent and DRCC for thought-provoking stories of hope,
healing, and humour.
Clonskeagh, Dublin
The Islamic Cultural Centre of Ireland will host an open house presenting culture & faith traditions.
If We Save the Ocean, We Save the Earth, Bantry, Cork
Seabed Sanctuary Artists' Collective present music and photography inspired by our oceans.
Going Global, with Leitrim Volunteer Centre
A workshop with Comhlámh for local citizens interested in exploring global issues.
Cork City Library, Grand Parade
A Trócaire exhibition on the climate crisis and the activists fighting it - with live music and speakers.
Sweet Dreams: Lullabies Around The World, MTU Cork
A beautiful interactive exhibition of native lullabies shared by migrant women's through Nasc.
Kilmovee, Mayo
Traditional Irish music in a replica 19th century cottage - don't forget to bring your dancing shoes!
Newtownsmith, Galway
Creativity, community and culture in the newly-opened COPE Galway charity shop.
The Spiritan Heritage Centre Tour, Kimmage, Dublin
Explore the life and work of the Spiritan priests, with an exhibition, tour, and an iconography demonstration.
Gorey, Wexford
Seal Rescue Ireland screen a beautiful film inspired by the mythological Selkies of Irish folklore.
Carlingford Lough
A host of events celebrating the art, ecology and community of the Lough.
Tallaght, Dublin
See the Irish Heart Foundation Rhythm of Recovery Choir perform and take in an art exhibition.
Sensory Centre, Dublin
Join Neurodiversity Ireland for an evening of sensory fun at their Blackrock Sensory Centre.
Discovering Recovery with BCAT,
Bray, Wicklow
Bray Community Addiction Team will host an Open House with music, art and tours of their services.
Cork Sexual Health Centre
Sex educator, Sx Sláinte will lead a fun, educational session on practicing pleasure in daily life.
Global Citizens at The Classic
EIL Ireland, Cork
EIL Intercultural Learning will host tours, talks, a workshop and music at their Washington Street HQ.
Voices of Tomorrow Open Mic, Waterford
Waterford Slí host a social issue-themed open mic night with their Youth Advisory Climate Council.
The Valentine Ball Film Screening, Drogheda, Louth
The latest ABACAS Picture Company film follows a group of neurodivergent pals on a quest to find dates.
You can register for Culture Night here
Make sure you put We Act in the title of your event. This will ensure your event is highlighted on the Culture Night website and we'll know to highlight it as part of the We Act Programme.
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The programme is managed at a county level through Local Arts Office, so you’ll be liaising with them on the event itself. However, if you’re signing up, email claire@wheel.ie to let us know and we can make sure we showcase your event, send out We Act materials, and invite you to our information sessions.
FAQs:
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What is Culture Night?
Culture Night / Oíche Chultúir is brought to you by the Arts Council; it is a national moment, celebrating culture, creativity and the arts and seeks to actively promote the belief that this rich and varied culture is alive, treasured and nurtured in people’s lives, today and every day.
It is delivered nationwide in cities, towns, villages and rural locations as well as online and through media partners. 742,000 people engaged with 1,700 Culture Night events in 2022.
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Doors are opened late and special and unique events are specifically programmed at participating locations and, thanks to the continued support of the Arts Council and Local Authorities across the island of Ireland, all activities are made available to the public free of charge.
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Why is We Act taking part in Culture Night?
Charity and community work is part of our culture; looking out for your neighbours, washing the jerseys for your local team, hosting a coffee morning for a hospice, campaigning for causes you’re passionate about, or providing care, dignity and understanding for those who need it most.
We want to celebrate that aspect of our culture in all its forms.
We want to share the work of organisations like yours, face to face, with your local communities and the wider public.
Why should my organisation take part?
Taking part is a chance to showcase your organisation, the work you do and the impact you have.
It’s an opportunity to connect with current or potential volunteers, supporters, participants or service users. You could collaborate with other local organisations, or bring in guest speakers, tour guides or performers.
Culture Night is a large, vibrant, feel-good national event, and you could be part of it. Plus being part of the We Act @ Culture Night programme will help us to highlight your event and showcase the work you do across our platforms and in the media.
How do we take part?
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Before you sign up, think about what you want to do for your event. Culture Night is about connection, discovery and celebration. Think about ways you can make your event more engaging or interactive. It doesn’t need to be elaborate, perhaps join forces with another organisation or plan a panel discussion, tour, music or performances.
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Remember, you don’t need to be an arts or heritage organisation to take part – we’re encouraging all kinds of charities and community groups to get involved! Fill in your details here.
Do register your interest as soon as possible as each Local Arts Office has different application closing dates.
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**When assigning your event's title, ensure you put 'We Act' in it so we know you're taking part in our Culture Night Programme**. If you have any questions, email claire@wheel.ie.
Highlights from We Act at Culture Night 2023
We Act is a campaign that’s all about celebrating the charity and community sector. It’s also about breaking down barriers and increasing understanding between the public and the organisations at work in their communities.
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If you have any questions please email info@weact.ie