Ireland's EU Presidency and Cultúr 2026 Programme
A dedicated official Irish EU Presidency website has been launched as well as Cultúr 2026, a culture programme to mark Ireland’s Presidency of the Council of the European Union.
From July to December 2026, Ireland will hold the Presidency of the Council of the European Union which is a central leadership role at the heart of EU decision-making. For six months, Ireland will guide negotiations, broker agreement between Member States, and help deliver EU laws and policies that affect the daily lives of more than 450 million people.
The official Irish EU Presidency website provides citizens and stakeholders with an accessible overview of policy priorities, planned meetings, events and engagement opportunities. You can check out upcoming events here.
Cultúr 2026 Cultural Programme
The Department of Culture, Communications and Sport has announced Cultúr 2026, an expansive culture programme to mark Ireland’s Presidency of the Council of the European Union.
Cultúr 2026 celebrates the wealth of talent amongst Irish artists. The programme will share this richness with audiences in Ireland and Europe in partnership with Culture Ireland.
Featuring exhibitions, concerts, talks, performances and events that represent every artform, the programme will unfold across all 27 EU member states and throughout Ireland for the duration of the Presidency.
Cultúr 2026 reflects a living culture shaped through creativity, collaboration, and exchange. At its heart are artists and audiences, coming together to share new experiences and perspectives.
Visit the Cultúr 2026 website to find out more.