Bealtaine Festival

21/01/2026

The Hyde Bridge Gallery is delighted to support and link with this years Bríd Festival Sligo for the group exhibition 'Holding Ground'
The exhibition is overseen and curated by Catherine Fanning Visual Artist

Exhibition Opening: 5:00pm, Saturday 31 January 2026 Venue: Hyde Bridge Gallery, Sligo

Holding Ground is a highlight event of Bríd Festival Sligo 2026, presenting a powerful group exhibition inspired by St Brigid as a figure of renewal and marking Imbolc as a time of transition, awakening and care.

Rooted in the spirit of Brigid, this exhibition explores acts of ecological, cultural and personal care, positioning women’s creative practices at a threshold between nature and culture, past and future. Here, the act of making becomes an act of tending, holding and sustaining — a quiet but vital form of resistance, connection and continuity.

Through diverse artistic approaches, Holding Ground invites audiences to reflect on the ways we nurture what matters, protect what is fragile, and imagine new futures grounded in care. The exhibition highlights women’s creative practices as a dialogue with the environment, exploring our connection to the land and the ways making can nurture, protect, and sustain the natural world.

Participating Artists: Bernie Calhoun, Aideen Connolly, Clare Doohan, Lucy Goodier , Anna Leask - Art and PhotographyLeask, Sarah Ellen Lundy-Visual + Sound Artisth , Rebecca Massey Art & Music , , , , , Karen Webster.

artwork image credit Clare Doohan
Supported by Creative Ireland Programme (Sligo) 2023–2027 and Hyde Bridge Gallery Sligo

21/01/2026

Online Book Launch & Discussion
Wildcrafting Pathways by Joanna Sweeney
Friday 30th January
7.30pm
Format: Online (via Zoom)
Join Joanna Sweeney for the online launch and discussion of Wildcrafting Pathways, a book exploring transformative wisdom for a regenerative lifestyle. This interactive event offers insight into reconnecting with nature through mindful, sustainable practices.
Special offer:
All Zoom attendees receive 20% off their book pre-order.
Booking essential
Email [email protected] for booking information.
Joanna Sweeney

21/01/2026

Beekeeping Talk
with Izzy Busy Bees
Saturday 31st January
1.00 – 2.00pm
Venue: Yeats Building, Sligo
Free event
No booking required
Interested in beekeeping? Join Izzy Busy Bees for an engaging talk covering the realities of keeping bees, best practice in beekeeping, and the story behind their beekeeping and honey-making business.
The talk will also explore the cultural and seasonal significance of honey—long associated with St Brigid as a symbol of nourishment, abundance, and the returning light of Imbolc.

Supported by The Yeats Society Sligo

21/01/2026

Weave a wall hanging inspired by Bríd

Venue: Q***r Shed Sligo, Ard Voltas Arts Space, Ballisodare Sligo
Date: 1 February
Time: 11am-1pm
Workshop Cost €25
Join Q***r Shed Sligo for a welcoming and creative weaving workshop using the Rocket Loom to create a wall hanging decoration inspired by Brìd. This hands-on session offers participants the opportunity to learn a new craft skill while exploring the rich folklore surrounding Bríd’s cloak and its symbolism of protection, generosity and transformation. No previous weaving experience is required — all materials and guidance will be provided.
Participants will bring home not only their woven wall hanging decoration, but also a Rocket Loom by Pop Out Projects to continue their craft.
Booking required, via link
https://www.eventbrite.ie/e/1980732498222?aff=oddtdtcreator
ArdVoltas Arts Space

28/11/2025

A lovely exhibition opening later at Made Sligo Craft Collective

Join us for a festive evening at MADE, featuring a special art exhibition and late-night Christmas shopping.
🎄 We’re open right through the evening until 8:30pm. Discover unique Christmas gifts and exploring local creativity. Support local makers and handmade gifts this Christmas at MADE.

22/11/2025

22/11/2025

Opening Winter Gathering, Group Show, 27th November 2025 - 31st January 2026 - https://mailchi.mp/hamiltongallery/winter-gathering-10143907
Hamilton Gallery's annual" Winter Gathering" brings you the work of over 20 gallery artists. Opens on November 27th, at 6.30pm.
Clive Bright, Daniel Chester, Paul Colreavy, Mags Duffy, Joe Dunne, Catherine Fanning, Joesphine Geaney, Medbh Gillard, Julianne Guinee, Martina Hamilton, Eileen Healy, Stephanie Hess, Kaye Maahs, Leonora Neary, Marilin North, Donncadh O'Callaghan, Cormac O'Leary, Kate Oram, Pat Owen and more.

22/11/2025

Lots of exhibitions happening over November and December

Celebrate the season with us at MADE!
Join us for our Courtyard Studio Christmas Exhibition, Friday, November 28th, 6:30pm – 8:30pm. The exhibition features a vibrant collection of original artworks and handcrafted creations by members of the talented MADE creative community. “Craft Christmas Differently. Shop Local, Shop MADE

22/11/2025

Sligo County Council Arts Service will host an online information session for applicants to Strand 2: Arts Festivals & Events on Monday 24th November at 7pm.

We’ll talk through the application process, give guidance on what makes a strong proposal, and answer any questions you may have.

To book a place or request more information, email: [email protected]

All are welcome.

22/11/2025

🎶 Bealtaine Festival 2026 Flagship Singing Group – Call for Applications!

Age & Opportunity and Sing Ireland are delighted to invite Singing Groups to apply for the role of Flagship Singing Group for the 2026 Bealtaine Festival.

Celebrating 30 years of Ireland’s national festival of arts and ageing, Bealtaine places creativity, diversity, and community at its heart. A highlight of the festival is the Dawn Chorus, and one exceptional Singing Group will lead this flagship event.

We welcome applications from groups that are:
✅ Intergenerational
✅ Culturally diverse
✅ Experienced in Dawn/Dusk Chorus events
✅ From marginalised or underrepresented communities

Responsibilities include:
Performing at the Dawn Chorus (first Sunday in May)
Securing a scenic location
Promoting the event locally and online
Collaborating with local arts and community partners

📅 Deadline: 27 November 2025, 5pm
👉 Full information and application form: https://singireland.ie/bealtaine-festival-2026

Age & Opportunity The Arts Council / An Chomhairle Ealaíon HSE Ireland Sing Ireland

05/11/2025

We are home to the Action! Auction! Art! 2025
Action! Auction! Art! 2025, in aid of Palestine Trauma Centre and Mothers against Genocide.
This year, three Arts Centres will collaborate to organise and host the event; they are - Yeats Building/Hyde Bridge Gallery Sligo, Cluainín Community Co-op, Leitrim Sculpture Centre.
The Auction will take place at The Yeats Building Sligo/ Hyde Bridge on 29th November from 6-9pm. All Welcome.

We received wonderful donations from Irish Artists and Creative Practitioners from all across Ireland and beyond last year, raising over 5,000 euro towards The Irish Red Cross (Red Crescent Foundation).
This year we are asking CREATIVES once again for your support
Donations are welcome in any Art Form or Applied Art form, Service, Workshop/Class, Publication, Space or Creative Time, and can be sent or delivered to 'Auction 2025' (along with name, medium and contact number/email on back of work) to any of the three locations listed below, or the postal option.

2D Artwork not to exceed A1 in size. THANK YOU!

**********Delivery of Artworks to:
The Hyde Bridge Gallery from Wednesday 12th November – Wednesday 19th November between 11am -3pm.
Hyde Bridge Gallery, Yeats Building, Hyde Bridge, Sligo F91-DVY4

100%of monies raised will go directly towards Palestine Trauma Centre and Mothers against Genocide.
Thank you in advance for your support