Bealtaine Festival, an initiative of Age & Opportunity, is proudly funded by the Arts Council and the HSE, with the support of communities nationwide and a vast network of accomplished local and national bodies.  Ireland’s national celebration of the arts and creativity as we age, marks three decades of vibrant, fun, and contemporary festivities in 2025. This milestone edition will unfold across Ireland throughout the month of May, offering an expansive lineup of performances and activities that champion generational interdependence and diversity. From beautiful poetry to comedy showca

AIM Ireland Connects, presented by the Association of Independent Music (AIM) in association with the Night-Time Economy Advisor, is an all-day flagship seminar designed to address the challenges and opportunities shaping the music industry today. Through a series of engaging panels and discussions, music industry leaders will explore key topics affecting the sector, with a particular focus on fostering growth within the independent music industry and the night-time economy. This year, AIM Ireland Connects will feature two dynamic Night-Time Economy Panels, with insights from panellists rep

Since the inaugural festival in 2022, Arts and Minds has become a staple event in the University’s annual calendar of events. From performances by the Irish National Opera, to movie screenings with acclaimed directors, live music performances, Irish-language arts events, and literary discussion and readings with world-famous authors, we're delighted to host each May a festival that curious culture vultures everywhere will enjoy. Join us for an exciting lineup of events from Thursday, 8th to Saturday, 10th May in a variety of locations in Maynooth