Highlanes Municipal Art Gallery, which opened in 2006, is recognised as one of Ireland’s leading visual art spaces. Serving the North East region, it features national and international temporary exhibitions, as well as works from the Drogheda Municipal Art Collection, a remarkable collection dating from the mid-18th century. The gallery is housed in the former…
Beaulieu House is a 17th-century house and gardens, among the first unfortified residences built in Ireland. It was created around an old Plunkett property by Sir Henry Tichbourne, who was granted the lands in 1666 by Charles II. Set on the north bank of the River Boyne between Drogheda and the Irish Sea, the estate…
Drogheda is set to shine brighter than ever this Bank Holiday weekend as the Lú Festival of Light 2025 transforms the town into a live theatre of light, sound and storytelling. Running from Friday, 24 October to Bank Holiday Monday, 27 October, the festival is expected to attract around 40,000 visitors, bringing new life to…
Ardee will come alive on Saturday, November 1st for the inaugural Ferdia Festival — a brand new, community-led celebration of arts, music, heritage, and creativity inspired by the spirit of Samhain and Halloween. Taking place across the town, the one-day festival will transform venues including St Mary’s Church, Ardee Library, Hatch’s Castle, the Dee Hub,…
Drogheda Creative Writers are delighted to return to the Highlanes Gallery following their recent World Mental Health Day event. Join them in celebrating the Lu Festival of Light with an afternoon of poetry and stories inspired by myths and legends. Relax and enjoy the readings before heading out to experience the magic of Drogheda’s historic…
Newgrange is a magnificent ancient temple, built over 5,200 years ago by a thriving farming community in the Boyne Valley. While often called a passage tomb, its true purpose was far more complex, serving as a site of astrological, spiritual, and ceremonial importance. Part of the Brú na Bóinne UNESCO World Heritage Site, Newgrange stands…
One of the most significant events in Irish history, the Battle of the Boyne was a pivotal 17th-century power struggle. The visitor center, located in the restored Oldbridge House, offers a deep dive into the battle fought between King William III and King James II in 1690. Here, you can see original weapons and a…
Sonairte, meaning “positive strength,” is an interactive visitor center in County Meath that promotes ecological awareness and sustainable living. Established as a charity in 1988, it’s situated in a historic farm complex on the banks of the River Nanny. The center offers a range of activities, including a walled organic garden, a nature trail, a…
The Office of Public Works (OPW) has announced the 38 lucky winners of the 2025 Newgrange Winter Solstice Lottery, who will have the rare opportunity to witness the spectacular sunrise alignment inside the ancient Newgrange Chamber at Brú na Bóinne, Co. Meath this December. The annual draw took place at the Brú na Bóinne Visitor…
From laughter-filled circus adventures to spooky parades and hands-on creative play, Drogheda is set to come alive this October with a fantastic line-up of family entertainment — perfect for little ones (and the young at heart!). 🎪 The Lonesome Boatman — A Circus-Theatre Adventure Sun 12 Oct | 3PM | €8 | Ages 5+ and…
