Friday, 20th September - Cultural Walking Tour

Tours are available between 5.00 pm - 7.00 pm. Admission is free, but tickets must be reserved through our website for admission. Secure your tickets below.

The Irish Institute of Music & Song Campus is host to Ireland's newest and award-winning Concert Hall “The Lark”.  On Culture Night we will welcome our guests at the entrance of The Lark Concert Hall Building. From here you will be able to tour some of our facilities at the Irish Institute of Music & Song. Guests will be treated to various cultural and musical experiences along the route, finishing in the Guitar Garden. All tours will conclude near the La-La Restaurant & Café, which is also contained within our campus. 

WHAT’S ON 

HISTORY OF THE IRISH INSTITUTE OF MUSIC & SONG: AN IMMERSIVE EXHIBIT 
Location: Lark Room 1: (Upstairs in The Lark Building) 

Find out about the rich history of the Irish Institute of Music & Song. Discover the history of the building and its rich heritage. Do you know Bedford House is one of the oldest Georgian Style Buildings in the area? Discover what do at the Irish Institute of Music & Song! Find out about our plans for the future.

ROOTS OF REUSE’ EXHIBIT 
Location: Lark Room 2: (Upstairs in The Lark Building)

Also screening Saturday & Sunday in Lark Room 2 at 11 am, 3 pm and 5 pm.  

Join us for this innovative exhibition curated by Leia Mocan, Shane Hoey and presented by the Sceal Arts Collective, which aims to shine a spotlight on environmental consciousness within the art community. Hosted upstairs in The Lark Building, it features artists who have integrated eco-friendly practices into their work, encouraging a dialogue on sustainability through creativity. By highlighting the transformation of discarded materials into compelling art, the show underscores the potential for waste to be reimagined and repurposed, aligning with broader goals of environmental stewardship.

WORLD MUSIC: PERCUSSION DRUMMING CIRCLE
Location: Amphitheatre (outdoor/indoor space)

Join us for a fun and interactive drumming circle with John Nutekpor featuring drums from around the world. No experience is required. Everyone gathers together in a circle to communicate through rhythms. Participants make music together using their listening and playing skills to make musical connections and express themselves. Drum circles often range in size from a handful of players to circles with thousands of participants. Defining values of a drum circle include equality, autonomy, inclusivity and freedom of expression. Come and join the IIMS Cultural Night drum circle with the experienced instructor Dr. John Nutekpor to make your evening complete.

GUITAR GARDEN AT THE LA-LA RESTAURANT: 
Location: The La La Café & Restaurant

Tour our garden at the La La Café & Restaurant and see ‘’The World’s Biggest Guitar’’. 
Reservations for dining at The La La are advised  - Please contact - 087 950 5992 to book a table.

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Please note the Lark Auditorium will have a show on this night ‘The Legend of Luke Kelly’. This is not part of Culture Night. If you would like to attend this show, tickets are €30 from the Lark Concert Hall