Scannán Glas Exhibition
Scannán Glas is an exhibition and screening programme exploring ecology, nature, and our relationship with the nonhuman world through experimental film and moving image. Presented in partnership with Five Lamps Arts Festival, Fire Station Artists’ Studios, and the DUBH Film Lab, the exhibition takes place at the International Centre for the Image in Dublin. The […]
Interrupted Collective Exhibition
The Interrupted Collective Exhibition is a compelling contemporary visual arts exhibition presented as part of the Five Lamps Arts Festival 2026 in Dublin. Bringing together a group of mid-career Irish artists, the exhibition explores ideas of transparency, process and creative investigation through a range of artistic practices including painting, photography, installation and video. The artists […]
Ballybough Portraits and The Republic of Play: Street Games in Dublin
Ballybough Portraits and The Republic of Play: Street Games in Dublin is a photography exhibition by Colm Pierce exploring memory, identity and community in Dublin’s inner city. Presented at Charleville Mall Library, this free exhibition brings together two photographic series. Ballybough Portraits focuses on artists, writers and activists shaped by conversations with Tony O’Shea, while […]
REIC – Bilingual Spoken Word Night in Dublin
REIC (pronounced “wreck”) is a vibrant bilingual spoken word event celebrating poetry, rap, music and storytelling. Hosted by poet and performer Ciara Ní É, REIC creates a welcoming space for performers and audiences to experience contemporary spoken word in both Irish and English. Since its founding in 2015, REIC has been dedicated to celebrating Ireland’s […]
Substrata – Contemporary Art Exhibition in Dublin
Substrata is a curated contemporary art exhibition presented as part of The Five Lamps Arts Festival 2026, featuring new works by artists Claire Halpin, Katherine Sankey, Maree Hensey and Sohrab Uduman. Taking place at The Substation in Dublin Port, the exhibition runs from 11 April to 30 April, inviting visitors to explore ambitious artworks that respond […]
Paddy – The Life and Times of Paddy Armstrong
Paddy: The Life and Times of Paddy Armstrong is a powerful one-man theatre performance starring acclaimed actor Don Wycherley. The play tells the remarkable story of Paddy Armstrong and his journey through wrongful conviction, survival and ultimately resilience. Presented at the Sean O’Casey Theatre, this compelling production explores the human cost of injustice and the […]
Family Day Out at Mud Island Community Garden
On Sunday 19th April, Mud Island Community Garden is set to welcome families for a lineup of Live Music, Dance, Circus acts, Children’s Workshops, and an Arts and Craft Market, wrapping up The Five Lamps Arts Festival 2026. Activities are scheduled to take place from 11 am – 6 pm. Agenda KIDOKA OKO DOKA11am […]