Celebrate the Irish Language for Seachtain na Gaeilge at OPW locations

Seachtain na Gaeilge runs from 1 to 17 March 2026

Seachtain na Gaeilge is the largest Irish language festival in Ireland and to celebrate this, the OPW is hosting a series of events and tours ‘as Gaeilge’ at various OPW locations. Visitors will have the opportunity to take complimentary tours at various OPW locations including Casino Marino, Custom House Visitors Centre, Dublin Castle, Kilmainham Gaol Museum, National Botanic Gardens, Pearse Museum, Rathfarnham Castle and Royal Hospital Kilmainham. These tours, led by our knowledgeable guides, offer visitors unique insights and stories in our native language. From historical buildings to breath-taking locations, these tours offer a valuable cultural experience for all who attend.

Minister of State with responsibility for the Office of Public Works, Kevin “Boxer” Moran said: “Seachtain na Gaeilge is the largest Irish language and culture festival in Ireland and what better way to immerse in our native language than to visit OPW heritage locations during this festival. The OPW is delighted to offer tours ‘as gaeilge’ as part of Seachtain na Gaeilge ensuring individuals, groups and families experience some of our most infamous heritage attractions through the Irish language”.

This initiative aims to promote and celebrate the Irish language and culture, offering visitors a unique experience. Celebrate the Irish Language and Irish Culture for Seachtain na Gaeilge at OPW Heritage Sites. For more information and a full list of events see links below or visit www.heritageireland.ie.

For our artistic young gaeilgeoirs, why not take part in our Seahtain na Gaeilge Colouring Competition for a chance to win a free trip to a heritage site of choice. Please see: Seachtain na Gaeilge | Heritage Ireland for more information. Seachtain na Gaeilge runs from the 1 to 17 March 2026, for more information please see link – ww.snag.ie.

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Please contact pressoffice@opw.ie for more information and to arrange an interview.

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For more information about the events please see links below:

Casino Marino, Dublin

Seachtain na Gaeilge - Casino Marino trí Ghaeilge - link

Custom House Visitors Centre

Ionad Chuairteoirí Theach an Chustaim trí Ghaeilge - link

Dublin Castle

Seachtain na Gaeilge - Caisleán Bhaile Átha Cliath - link

Kilmainham Gaol Musuem

Seachtain na Gaeilge - Phriosún Cill Mhaighneann – link

National Botanic Garden, Glasnevin

Garraithe na Lus, Glas Naíon - link

Pearse Museum

Seachtain na Gaeilge - Músaem na bPiarsach, Rath Fearnáin - link

Rathfarnham Castle

Turas treoraithe stairiúil de Chaisleán Rath Fearnáin trí Ghaeilge – link

Royal Hospital Kilmainham

Turas treoraithe ar Acra an Bhulaí – link