Limerick Plein Air Festival

13/08/2026

🎨 SAVE THE DATE!

We're delighted to announce that the Limerick Plein Air Festival will be back on 10 & 11 July 2027! 🥳

And this time — with a few thoughtful changes.ie ❤️

We took on board everything you shared with us after the last festival, and we're making tweaks — big and small — to ensure your experience is even more comfortable, inspiring, and enjoyable. From refreshed locations to a smoother schedule, we want every moment to feel right.

🌿 Two days. Fresh air. Great company. Paint wherever the light takes you.

✨ Save the date — and stay tuned for the full reveal!

17/07/2026

ARTISTS from across the country travelled to the Treaty County this past weekend for the return of the Limerick Plein Air Festival.

15/07/2026

Limerick Post Newspaper
Thank you! 😍

15/07/2026

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Artists from across Ireland gathered in Limerick for the annual Limerick Plein Air Festival, filling the city streets and Bunratty Castle with easels, paints and creativity

14/07/2026

Our winners!🏅🏅🏅
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Day 1
- 1st prize
-2nd prize
-3rd prize
- " New to plein air" Prize
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Day 2 . Bunratty Castle & Folk Park
1st prize - Sean Molony
2nd prize -
3rd prize - Christopher Hughes
" New to plein air" Prize -

Congratulations!!!

10/07/2026

🎉 Dear friends, we have some amazing news!

One of our main sponsors, Alex from Printpoint, has surprised us with an incredibly generous gift for every single artist taking part in this year's Limerick PleinAir Festival.

Every participant will receive:

✨ A FREE professional high-resolution scan of their artwork
✨ A FREE Fine Art Print

Yes... every participant! 🤩

What an amazing gift! It's a wonderful chance to have a professional scan and a beautiful Fine Art Print of a painting you love.

Alex, Printpoint, thank you so much for your generosity and for supporting artists in such a practical and meaningful way. We truly appreciate it. ❤️

Please help us say a huge THANK YOU to Printpoint! 👏👏👏

06/07/2026

Looking for unique Sunday plans? ☀️

Treat the family to a vibrant day of art, history, and community at Bunratty Castle and Folk Park on Sunday, July 12th.

The Limerick En Plein Air Art Festival offers a rare chance to see how different artists interpret the same landscape in entirely unique ways. It is a fantastic opportunity to ask questions, chat about the creative process, and explore our historic site through a brand-new, colourful lens. 🖼️🙌

👇 Book your general admission tickets here: https://www.bunrattycastle.ie/book-tickets/bunratty-castle-folk-park/

03/07/2026

🎨 Just one week to go until Limerick Plein Air Festival 2026!

If you've been thinking about joining us but haven't booked your place yet, there are still a few spaces available. This is your reminder to jump in—we'd love to have you with us!

Here's what our creative weekend will look like:

📍 Saturday – Bedford Row & Harvey's Quay

From 10:00 am, come to our registration tent on Bedford Row—you won't miss it! There you'll receive your lanyard and welcome pack with everything you need for the weekend.

If you've booked General Admission, you can choose your painting spot anywhere within the Bedford Row & Harvey's Quay area and enjoy the day at your own pace.

If you've booked the workshop with Desmond, follow your tutor. The day will include a demonstration, plenty of time to paint, and personal feedback from Desmond.

At 4:00 pm, everyone is invited to bring their paintings back to the registration tent. This is always one of my favourite moments of the day—we'll see everyone's work together, announce the daily prize winners, and invite visitors and collectors to purchase paintings fresh from the easel.

Afterwards, anyone who would like to keep the evening going is welcome to join us at 101 O'Connell Street for a relaxed drink, a chat about the day's painting, and a chance to get to know fellow artists.

🏰 Sunday – Bunratty Castle & Folk Park

On Sunday morning we'll meet at Bunratty Castle. Show your festival lanyard at reception, head over to the registration tent, have your canvas stamped, and choose where you'd like to paint.

Those who have booked the workshop with Tony will spend the day painting with him, while everyone else is free to explore the beautiful grounds and find their own inspiration.

At 4:00 pm, we'll gather once again to celebrate the day's work, award our Sunday prizes, and enjoy seeing what everyone has created.

That's our weekend in a nutshell—two days of painting, learning, meeting other artists, and enjoying some of the most beautiful locations in Limerick and Clare!

I honestly can't wait to welcome you all next Saturday!

And if you've been putting off registering... now is the perfect time to grab one of the last remaining places. It's going to be a wonderful weekend, and we'd love you to be part of it. 🎨
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03/07/2026

Art comes alive at Bunratty! 🎨

Join us on Sunday, July 12th, from 10am to 4pm as we host Day 2 of the Limerick En Plein Air Art Festival at Bunratty Castle and Folk Park. 🏰✨

This immersive event transforms our entire site, including the medieval castle grounds, lush gardens, and historic Village Street, into a live, open-air studio.✨

👩‍🎨 For Visitors:
Stroll through the park, meet around 65 talented artists, and watch beautiful paintings unfold in real time. It is a fantastic, family-friendly day out that lets you experience our heritage through a creative lens.

🎨For Artists:
This is your chance to paint directly from life in a stunning historic setting. Take part in a morning workshop with legendary plein air painter Tony Robinson to refine your skills, display your final work in a public exhibition, and compete for festival awards!

Don't miss this unique celebration of community and creativity.🎨🖌👩🏻‍🎨

👇 For more information or to apply as an artist, click here: https://www.bunrattycastle.ie/events/plein-air-festival/