Samhain at Swift 2026

Sat 24 October – Wed 4 November 2026

An Open Exhibition Celebrating Myth, Magic and the Spirit of Samhain

This autumn, Swift Cultural Centre invites audiences to step into a world of folklore, imagination and artistic discovery with Samhain at Swift 2026, a vibrant open exhibition presented as part of the annual Púca Festival. The exhibition runs from Saturday 24 October to Wednesday 4 November 2026 and showcases a diverse collection of work by local artists inspired by the ancient traditions, stories and landscapes that continue to shape Ireland's cultural identity.

Exploring themes of the night, the wild, the ancient, the festive, the mythical and the magical, the exhibition brings together artists whose work responds to the rich lore, legends and land of our ancient county and island.. Through painting, photography, print, sculpture, mixed media and contemporary visual practice, visitors are invited to experience Samhain through fresh creative perspectives while reflecting on the origins of Halloween and Ireland's enduring storytelling traditions.

Exhibition Opening Times:
Sat 24 Oct 2026: 2:30pm-4pm
Tue 27 Oct - Wed 4 Nov 2026: 10am-4pm
Thu 29 Oct - Sun 1 Nov 2026 (Púca Festival Weekend): 7pm-9pm

Exhibition Information:
The exhibition is located in the studio space at Swift Cultural Centre
Entrance to the exhibition is free of charge
Swift Cultural Centre is wheelchair accessible

Images (L-R):
1. Poor Yorick, Harriet Casey
2. Brú na Bóinne from Rosnaree, Helen Farrell
3. The heath, October, Carol O’Connor
4. Ritual of Fire, Will Leech