Longford communities urged to organise an event as part of National Heritage Week 2025
Longford hosted 44 events for Heritage Week last year, with the number of events per 100,000 residents well above the national average
Now in its 25th year, National Heritage Week is Ireland’s largest heritage festival, with over 2,000 events taking place annually, attended by almost 400,000 people.
Organisers in County Longford and across Ireland are invited to begin submitting events for this year’s celebration, which runs from August 16 to 24, 2025.
This year’s theme, Exploring Our Foundations, invites individuals and communities to reflect on the elements that underpin our shared heritage — not only historic buildings or structures, but also the natural landscapes, stories, customs and cultural practices that shape our collective identity and sense of place.
Longford hosted 44 events for Heritage Week last year, with the number of events per 100,000 residents well above the national average. From guided walks and hands-on workshops to musical performances and heritage trails, communities across the county showcased a rich tapestry of local heritage.
Heritage Council Chief Executive Officer, Virginia Teehan said, "By encouraging communities to preserve, explore and reinterpret these foundations, we’re also fostering pride, creativity and economic vitality at a local level."
With a focus on the foundations of heritage and the communities that keep it alive, Heritage Week 2025 promises to be an inspiring and inclusive celebration across County Longford and beyond.
Longford County Council Heritage Officer, Mairead Ní Chonghaile, added, “Heritage Week in Longford is a week for community, and a chance to highlight the rich tapestry of our local heritage. It’s always inspiring to see the energy and pride that local groups bring to their events. We’re really looking forward to this year’s programme and warmly invite individuals and organisations across the county to register their events and be part of the celebration.”
Organisers are now encouraged to add their events to the official website at www.heritageweek.ie, where they’ll find resources to support planning, accessibility, and promotion.