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All the latest news from the Arts Council

General, Organisations

Commedia of Errors brings creative connections to mums during their perinatal journey and beyond

28th July, 2026

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What's On

Fleadh Cheoil na hÉireann - the biggest Trad celebration Belfast has ever seen!

23rd July, 2026

Traditional Music Bodhran

Funding, Organisations

Funding available for rural arts projects, supported by The National Lottery

21st July, 2026

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Artists

Obituary: David Crone (1937-2026)

15th July, 2026

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General, Funding, Artists, Organisations, What's On

What’s on in the Arts Fleadh Cheoil na hÉireann special!

10th July, 2026

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Arts Insider

Arts Insider - Rachel Leitch, The MAC

10th July, 2026

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General, Funding, Artists, Organisations, Partnerships, What's On

Theatre and dance from Northern Ireland at the Edinburgh Festival Fringe

6th July, 2026

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General

Have your say on National Lottery Good Causes

3rd July, 2026

Funding

Applications are open for Irish-language Theatre Award

3rd July, 2026

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