Kildare seeks Culture Night applicants 

CULTURE Night returns to Kildare on Friday 19 September, however all applications for projects have to be submitted to the County Council by 18 June.

This is offering creatives the opportunity to showcase their work in this national programme, and Kildare County Council Arts Service is currently seeking expressions of interest from both artists and the wider community for this year’s Culture Night.

“If you are a Kildare-based artist, performer, organisation or community group, this is your opportunity to get involved and highlight what you do,” said a spokesperson for the council.

“We would love to hear your ideas and proposals for this celebration of culture in all its forms."

This year, the council are particularly interested in projects that reflect the cultural richness of Kildare and the diversity of all communities living in the county.

In particular, the council are seeking initiatives that specifically engage younger audiences between 18-35.

The council are committed to projects that pay the artist and those that consider equality, inclusion, accessibility and diversity.

Applications from new participants who represent all of Kildare’s communities are particularly welcome.

In line with our commitment, within budgetary limits, we intend to provide some financial support to participating individuals and groups towards event costs, with stipends of up to €300 available for individuals, groups, community groups and artists for eligible events.

Culture Night is an annual island-wide public event, a national moment that shines a light on all aspects of culture, creativity and the arts. 

It seeks to actively promote the belief that this rich and varied culture is alive, treasured and nurtured in people’s lives, today and every day.

Culture Night hosts special and unique events specifically programmed at participating locations, and all activities are available to the public free of charge.