Ireland’s largest and longest-running sculpture exhibition, Sculpture in Context, proudly celebrates its 40th anniversary at the National Botanic Gardens, Glasnevin, Dublin from Thursday 4th September to Friday 10th October 2025. Much beloved by the public, Sculpture in Context is a pivotal event in the Irish arts calendar. Over the last four decades the unique presentation of ambitious and contemporary three-dimensional work by leading creative talent, has provided the public with memorable experiences. Sculpture in Context is the largest and longest running sculpture exhibition in Irela

Pallas Projects/Studios are pleased to present Kathryn Maguire—Material Acts, the sixth exhibition of our 2025 Artist-Initiated Projects programme. A sculptural re-mapping of sacred and ritual geologies. Maguire’s work examines the ritual and magical possibilities of minerals as deeply embedded alternatives to the comparatively recent regard for minerals as purely extractable commodity. Red stain oozes out of the cave walls and dries. This substance, Ochre, a ferrous rock, when ground into a powder and mixed with water, saliva, or urine, creates an impressive substance for use on

Earth Rising is a vibrant festival of art, ecology, and ideas. From radical talks to joyful workshops, restorative installations to grassroots action, Earth Rising features over 50 free events designed to inspire, connect, and activate. Earth Rising is Ireland’s leading festival exploring the intersection of climate, culture, and collective action. Presented by IMMA, the festival invites you to engage with the big questions of our time through the lens of art, creativity, and community. This year’s festival is inspired by Staying with the Trouble, IMMA’s acclaimed group exhibition