Dublin Gallery Weekend

Galleries across Dublin, Thursday 5th November - Sunday 8th November

DGW2026 presents a special series of exhibitions and events that showcase the creative and dynamic energy of Irish contemporary art, reinforcing Dublin’s cultural leadership on the European stage.

From Thursday, 5 November to Sunday, 8 November 2026, the Contemporary Art Gallery Association (CAGA) and creative producers SoSimpatico will connect the country’s most exciting artists, galleries and cultural institutions to the public, the collector and the culturally curious alike through a four-day programme of ambitious exhibitions, public events, and cultural exchange.

CAGA is the founder of Dublin Gallery Weekend (DGW) and comprises eleven contemporary galleries dedicated to supporting Irish artists. Together they represent over 300 of Ireland’s leading artists, who have established major national and international reputations.

SoSimpatico is an Ireland-based production company. With their deep roots in the creative community, SoSimpatico operates with an artist-first ethos to produce visionary cultural projects that inspire and transform. By championing artists and prioritising accessibility and inclusivity, they seek to create meaningful cultural
experiences for diverse audiences.

All are welcome to Dublin Gallery Weekend, from the serious collector to the first-time buyer, aficionados, browsers and lookers alike!


Date:
Thursday 5th November - Sunday 8th November
Time:
Varies
Price:
Free
Address:
Dublin, Ireland

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