Heritage Week is just around the corner, and County Monaghan has a fantastic programme packed with walks, talks, tours, workshops, storytelling, archaeology, family fun, biodiversity events, exhibitions and much more from 15-23 August.
Get ready for a jam-packed week of heritage adventures across County Monaghan!
From Viking digs and heritage hunts for children, to guided walks, historic house tours, folklore, storytelling, railway history, lace-making talks, biodiversity workshops, bus tours and bilingual heritage events, there is something for everyone to enjoy.
- Explore Monaghan’s historic towns and villages
- Discover hidden heritage and local stories
- Enjoy family-friendly activities and outdoor adventures
- Learn about our built, cultural and natural heritage
- Celebrate the people, places and traditions that make Monaghan unique
This year’s Heritage Week theme is “Heritage at Risk”, encouraging us to celebrate and protect the heritage that connects us to our past and shapes our future.
Most events are FREE
Fun for all ages
Events taking place right across the county
View the full programme and start planning your Heritage Week adventure today!
https://monaghan.ie/…/Final-Compiled-Monaghan-HW… or on
2026 Events | National Heritage Week 15th – 23rd August 2026
Copies of the event booklet will be available in libraries from this weekend.
