Culture Night 2025
Friday, 19 September from 4:00 – 11:30 pm
Cahersiveen
Immerse yourself in an unforgettable evening of art, poetry, live music, and cultural discovery throughout the charming town of Cahersiveen.
From gallery talks and guided tours to vibrant performances and local showcases, Culture Night offers something for everyone.
We’re delighted to invite you to share in this special night—full of creativity, connection, and inspiration.
Participating galleries and shops will stay open late, welcoming visitors until 9:30 pm.
All events are free.
Scroll down for full program details, timings and map.
All events will be documented by video and/or photography.
Nine Culture Night Events in Cahersiveen
Culture Night Open Pottery
The History of Pottery and Gallery
4:00 - 4:10 pm
Location: Gunter Treffkorn Potteries,
New Street, V23 X897
Artist: Gunter Treffkorn
Age: 13+
Slow Photography in Landscape
Explore how slowness can lead to strong photographic expressiveness.
4:45 - 4:55 pm
Location: Dan's Gallery | Photography,
5 Main Street, V23 YP26
Artist: Hajo Pirenz
Age: 13+
Heritage & History Walk
A walking tour of Cahersiveen town, encompassing history, heritage, and folklore – passionate, informative, and entertaining.
6:00 - 6:45 pm
Start Point: Daniel O’Connell Memorial Church, O'Connell Street/Church Street, V23 W950
Guide: Michael O’Connell
Age: All
The Role Of Art In Politics
A short talk on how you can channel activism into artwork.
4:15 – 4:25 pm
Location: Regine Bartsch Studio,
West Main Street, V23 HH63
Artist: Regine Bartsch
Age: 13+
Home Town – A series of portraits in photography
Capturing a sense of people and place
5:00 - 5:10 pm
Location: Skellig Soap & Photography,
11 Main Street, V23 C973
Artist: Alice Dennehy with Adriano da Silva
Age: All
This event will be accompanied by Adriano da Silva on guitar.
Daniel O’Connell, The Great Orator.
A Performance: An excerpt from one of Daniel O’Connell’s famous Munster speeches. This event will be bi-lingual (Irish and English)
7:00 - 7:10 pm
Location: The Nun’s Chapel, Daniel O’Connell Memorial Church, O’Connell Street/Church Street
Artist: June O’Connell
The Art of Dissolution
This interactive event opens up new spaces for perception and experience.
4:30 - 4:40 pm
Location: Dan’s Gallery | Fine Art,
4 Main St, V23DT80
Artist: Ute Röseler
Age: 13+
In Conversation with Colman – “Refugees* is a Powerful Word“
A recital and interview with Colman and a special guest, based on the poem 'Refugees.'
5:15 - 5:30 pm
Location: Quirke’s Newsagents,
Main Street, V23 VY91
Artist: Colman Quirke with surprise guest
Ages: All
*REFUGEES by social media and poet laureate, Brian Bilston.
Culture Night Open Mic
An open mic evening of spoken word, poetry, song, comedy, dance, and performance.
This evening will be a fun and creative event celebrated multiculturally, building a sense of community and belonging.
9:30 - 11:30 pm
Location: The Kerry Coast Hotel, Church Street
Host: James McCarthy
All locations at a glance
From New Street to Church Street – all locations are listet on the map and in short walking distance from each other. Click on the icons to see details.
Do you want to be guided on the Culture Night by our lovely trail guides or discover the trail on your own?:
Guided Trail
Our trail guides, Deborah and Elma are delighted to take you to all events – in time and with a lot of insights. They start the tour at 4:55 pm at Gunter Treffkorn Potteries at New Street, V23 X897
Discover events on your own
Feel free to select events which are most appealing to your interests. You find events, time and locations above.
We extend our heartfelt gratitude to all participants and supporters whose contributions made this cultural dialogue possible.