Celebrate all things heritage in Tipperary for National Heritage Week
National Heritage Week 2026 takes place from August 15 - 23
National Heritage Week, an initiative by the Heritage Council, celebrates all things heritage.
It brings together communities, families, organisations, cultural institutions, academics and enthusiasts, to build awareness about the value of heritage and support its conservation.
Each year thousands of events take place around the country celebrating our built, cultural and natural heritage.
National Heritage Week 2026 takes place from August 15 - 23 and the theme for this year is ”Heritage at Risk”, which invites us to reflect on what heritage is at risk — and how we can respond with care, creativity, and collective responsibility.
National Heritage Week is a wonderful opportunity for communities in Tipperary to celebrate the heritage that shapes the county, while also thinking about what is vulnerable and how it can be protected.
From historic sites and landscapes to traditions, stories and local knowledge, Tipperary has a rich heritage worth sharing.
There are currently 116 events registered for County Tipperary on www.heritageweek.ie with an exciting array of walks, talks, open days and workshops, something for all the family.
Most events are free and drop in, some do require booking so check out County Tipperary on www.heritageweek.ie to see what’s on in your area.
Water Heritage Day takes place on Friday August 21 followed by Wild Child Day on the Saturday 22
The annual Tipperary Heritage and Biodiversity Conference also takes place on August 15 with author and Broadcaster John Creedon giving the keynote speech.
Whatever your interest is, buildings, craft, food heritage, traditional skills or local stories and folklore there is an event for you , with many great activities for families taking place throughout the week, so check out www.heritageweek.ie for full event details.