National Heritage Week - Day 4

National Heritage Week 2026 will take place from 15th - 23rd August as we invite you to explore the theme of "Heritage At Risk"

Over the past number of years, the popularity of National Heritage Week has increased year on year. In 2025 there were over 2,500 heritage events across the island of Ireland, a record year for the number of events. This year the Heritage Council invites you to explore the heritage events in your area through the theme of "Heritage At Risk". Taking place from 15th - 23rd August, this year's National Heritage Week will give you the opportunity to think about and seek out the heritage places and practices that are endangered and require our attention.

In 2026, National Heritage Week explores the theme “Heritage at Risk” At a time of accelerating environmental change, social transformation, and technological shift, the theme invites us to reflect on what is putting our heritage at risk — and how we can respond with care, creativity, and collective responsibility.