Seachtain na Gaeilge

Seachtain na Gaeilge

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Various Locations and Online, Saturday 1st March - Monday 17th March

Seachtain na Gaeilge le Energia is an international Irish language festival , which is the biggest celebration of our native language and culture that takes place in Ireland and around the world every year.

Everyone is given the opportunity to enjoy the Irish language by taking part in the festival, including native speakers, learners and those with a few words, by providing a calendar of entertaining and fun events for all types of interest and all age groups.

Voluntary and community groups, local councils, schools, libraries, and music, sports, art and cultural organizations organize events in their own area for Sheachtain na Gaeilge.

The Irish language belongs to everyone, every community belongs to Seachtain na Gaeilge with Energia – Try It – Surprise Yourself!

Date:
Saturday 1st March - Monday 17th March
Time:
Varies
Price:
Free

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