National Heritage Week 2026 in Carlow

What to Expect

National Heritage Week 2026 takes place from 15 to 23 August with a programme of indoor and outdoor events celebrating the built, natural, and cultural heritage of County Carlow. Events typically include guided tours of Carlow County Museum, heritage walks, wildlife surveys, commemorative lectures, and talks on local history and archaeology. The theme for 2026 focuses on community connections with heritage. Most events are free and open to all ages.

Good to Know

• Heritage Week runs 15-23 August 2026; full Carlow programme published at heritageweek.ie closer to the date.

• Most events are free; some may require advance booking through heritageweek.ie.

• Specific confirmed events include the Guided Tour of Carlow County Museum and the Dreamtime Ireland Exhibition.

• Contact Carlow County Council Heritage Office at (059) 917 0300 for more information.

Getting There

Events take place at various locations across the county; refer to the official heritageweek.ie event listing for venues and times as details are confirmed. Carlow Town is served by Irish Rail and Bus Eireann.