Culture Night 2025
ciarraí art nexus
Culture Night Trail Cahersiveen
Friday, 19 September from 4:00 – 11:30 pm
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, we offer something for everyone.
We’re delighted to invite you to share in this special night—full of creativity, connection, and inspiration.
We’re happy to receive your registration—it helps us plan better. Of course, non-registrated guests are always very welcome! (Please scroll down).
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.
-
Photographs and video recordings may be taken during all events. These may be used for publicity, documentation, or promotional purposes, including on our website, social media channels, and printed materials.
In accordance with Irish data protection law and the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR), individuals have the right to privacy regarding their personal data, which includes identifiable images. By entering the event premises or taking part in tours, you acknowledge that photographs or video footage may be taken in which you could appear. If you do not wish to be recorded or photographed, please inform a member of staff on site.Photographs of Children and Young People
We take the protection of children seriously. No identifiable images of children under the age of 18 will be published without the prior written consent of a parent or legal guardian. In the absence of such consent, children will not be photographed or recorded in a way that makes them personally identifiable.
ciarraí art nexus Culture Night Trail 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+
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+
The Art Of Dissolution
This interactive event opens up new spaces for perception and experience in art and design.
4:30 - 4:40 pm
Location: Dan’s Gallery | Fine Art,
4 Main Street, V23DT80
Artist: Ute Röseler
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+
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
This event will be accompanied by Adriano da Silva on guitar.
Age: All
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.
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
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
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: Kerry Coast Hotel, 8/9 Church Street
Host: James McCarthy
We’re happy to receive your registration – it helps us plan better.
Of course, non-registrated guests are always very welcome!
Get your pocket guide and download the programme
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 art experts Deborah and Elma are delighted to take you to all events – in time and with a lot of insights. They start the tour at 3:55 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 recommend as well The Skellig Theatre Company performing:
Genocide
A theatrical exploration of the Irish potato famin in the 1840s.
We extend our heartfelt gratitude to all participants and supporters whose contributions made this cultural dialogue possible.