National Heritage Week in County Clare 2026

What to Expect

National Heritage Week returns to County Clare from Saturday 15 to Sunday 23 August 2026 with a packed programme of free events across the county. Activities include guided heritage walks, local history talks, seaweed foraging, bat walks, butterfly identification, field trips, craft demonstrations, storytelling and exhibitions. Highlights include the Wonder Wander built heritage trail in Ennis and Ennistymon, community archaeology events, a tour of Ennis Friary, and joint programming at Craggaunowen and Bunratty Castle and Folk Park.

Good to Know

• 15 to 23 August 2026. Events run at various times across multiple venues.
• Most events are free; some guided outdoor events may require advance booking.
• Events held in Ennis, Ennistymon, Shannon, Kilrush, Killaloe and other Clare towns and villages.
• Full event listings published on heritageweek.ie closer to the date.
• Organised by Clare County Council Heritage Office in partnership with the Heritage Council.

Getting There

Events take place at venues across County Clare. Check the Heritage Week listing for individual event locations and booking details.