Athlone Castle, Luan Gallery and Abbey Road Artists’ Studios Host Free Events and Extended Opening Hours for Culture Night 2025

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Athlone Castle, Luan Gallery and Abbey Road Artists’ Studios will once again open their doors to welcome all those interested in exploring our arts and heritage sites this Culture Night which takes place on Friday 19th September 2025. Culture night activities will commence with free entry to Athlone Castle Visitor Centre between 5.30pm and 8:30pm. There will be two guided tours of the Visitor Centre, Historical Garden and Wildflower Meadow beginning at 6pm and 7pm respectively.

Jack Pinson of Living Longbows demonstrating bow making techniques at Athlone Castle Visitor Centre's Open Day for Heritage Week Storm The Castle.

Athlone Castle Celebrates Heritage Week 2025 with Immersive Events Honouring Ireland’s cultural, built and natural heritage

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Athlone Castle Visitor Centre is proud to present a vibrant and engaging programme for National Heritage Week 2025, running from Saturday 16th August to Sunday 24th August. This event is part of Athlone Castle’s Heritage Week 2025 Programme, supported by the Heritage Council under the Irish Walled Towns Network 2025 Interpretation Fund.

Up in Arms! Children’s Armour-Making Workshop at Abbey Road Artist Studios

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In preparation for the annual ‘STORM THE CASTLE’ Open Day, Athlone Castle invites the young knights and warrior princesses of Athlone to join Aoife Doolan, resident artist at Abbey Road Studios, for a very special arts and crafts workshop. This event is part of Athlone Castle’s Heritage Week 2025 Programme, supported by the Heritage Council under the Irish Walled Towns Network 2025 Interpretation Fund.

‘Garden to Runway’ Children and Young Adult Workshops and Fashion Show

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Children aged 9-15 are invited to participate in a Free hands-on workshop led by local artists Niamh Butler and Aoife Doolan. Participants will design and craft unique costumes inspired by the rich beauty of the Historical Garden at Athlone Castle, using recycled and sustainable materials. Workshop slots are available on Saturday 17th and 24th May from 2 to 5 pm. Workshops are Free, but pre-booking is essential.

Castle Courtyard at night

Temporary Closure Notice

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Following the advice of the Irish public health authorities and to protect the health and safety of our visitors and staff, please note that closures at all three sites managed by Athlone Arts and Tourism – Athlone Castle Visitor Centre, Luan Gallery and Abbey Road Artists’ Studios will continue until further notice.