Exhibitions & Events

An evening with three masters of Irish and Breton song, poetry and language to celebrate the launch of our new Poetry Jukebox selection.

Inspired by the famous McAdam Lexicon, which compares 13,000 words in Irish to their equivalent in 28 other languages, this season’s Poetry Jukebox selection showcases new poetry in English, Irish, French and Breton.

Our pop-up café comes to the courtyard for the sunny months, with lunch and musical moments to enjoy from Tuesdays to Saturdays, plus a selection of books and newspapers to read in the shade.

The CCI is delighted to take part in the 20th edition of the nationwide "European Night of Museums" with late-night opening of our three exhibitions.

Immigration has become a subject of public debate all over Europe including, most recently, in Ireland. Tonight’s important discussion looks at the potential impact on the outcome of the EU Parliament elections in June and beyond.

An atmospheric and ingenious evening of folk awaits you in the intimate surroundings of the CCI’s chapel.

This season’s guest singer is known for her delicate combination of trad, folk and jazz.

Discover the origins and technique of sean-nós singing with a highly experienced enthusiast.

Hailed as a ‘National Treasure’ by Irish President Michael D Higgins, Sharon Shannon returns to the CCI chapel for one night only. An opportunity not to be missed!

Award-winning Irish flautist Martina Rosaria O'Connell shares the story of French Romantic composer Mel Bonis.

In conjunction with our exhibition Project Space #3 Sports gaéliques, we present an evening of dance, music and film.

Au lendemain de leur concert, Muireann Nic Amhlaoibh et Dónal O’Connor nous proposent des master class de chant traditionnel et de fiddle.

An Irish sailor takes on the challenge of sailing around the island of Ireland. Solo and as fast as possible!

Music, performances, face-painting, fables for all ages… everything you would expect for a great St Patrick’s afternoon out!

Hugely popular for his tremendous energy and incredible range of stories, de Búrca is more dangerous than the pied piper… he casts a spell on young and old alike!