The 21st edition of Culture Night will take place on Friday 18th September 2026. Museums, galleries, cathedrals, artist studios, libraries, parks, historic landmarks, government buildings, theatres, music venues, community centres, and more will open their doors to the public as the city comes alive with exhilarating live acts, specially curated tours, hands-on workshops, pop-up performances, and many more bespoke one-night-only events. Special and unique events and workshops are specifically programmed at participating locations and, thanks to the continued support of the Arts Council a

Join us on Friday, 18th September 2026 for a very special Culture Night celebration at Our Lady of Lourdes Church, Dublin 1, featuring an unforgettable live performance from the Dublin Gospel Choir. Experience the uplifting sound and energy of the Dublin Gospel Choir in the beautiful surroundings of Our Lady of Lourdes Church. Whether you're a music lover, joining us with family and friends, or simply looking for something special to experience on Culture Night, this promises to be a wonderful evening celebrating music, culture, creativity and community in the heart of Dublin. Admission

Paddy Casey has been at the forefront of Irish music since his multi-platinum debut Amen (So Be It). His career has taken him around the world, touring with legends like R.E.M., The Pretenders, Blondie, Tracy Chapman, and more. At home, he’s packed out venues across Ireland — from Dublin Castle and the RDS to a record-breaking week at The Olympia — and shared stages with U2, Pearl Jam, and Bob Dylan. His early success saw tracks from Amen (So Be It) featured on major TV shows like Dawson’s Creek and Roswell, followed by Living, one of the best-selling Irish albums of all time (15×