Limerick welcomes the highly-anticipated return of local arts festival

THE ARTS will take centre stage this month as the popular Limerick Arts Festival returns.

With everything from visual art, photography, film, and fashion, the festival will celebrate growing artists and their work.

Presented by the College of Further Education and Training, the week-long festival runs from Friday, May 16 to Thursday, May 22.

The Limerick and Clare Education and Training Board’s College of FET Mulgrave Street Campus celebrates the return of the popular Arts Festival, now entering its third year. 

This year’s festival promises an expanded and ambitious programme, presented in partnership with some of Limerick’s most beloved cultural venues. 

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The festival opens on Friday, May 16 with a compelling visual art and photography exhibition at the People’s Museum, showcasing work by emerging artists and photographers exploring contemporary themes and diverse perspectives.

On Tuesday, May 20, the Limerick City Gallery of Art will host an artist talk titled ‘Rituals’, where advanced photography learners will share the stories and inspirations behind their work.

Then on Wednesday, May 21, the spotlight shifts to the Belltable for an evening of premiere film screenings and animation showcases, featuring original short films, documentaries, and animations.

The festival finishes up on Thursday, May 22 with a vibrant fashion show reception at the Hunt Museum, where fashion learners will unveil innovative designs in one of Limerick’s most historic and inspiring venues.

The Mulgrave Street Arts Festival is an inclusive celebration of emerging talent and the public is warmly invited to attend, engage, and support the next generation of artists and makers. All events are free and open to all.

The annual event celebrates the creative achievements of learners from programmes in Visual Art, Photography, Film, Theatre, and Fashion, offering the public a chance to experience fresh voices and bold artistic expression.