Culture Zone
Culture Zone
Immerse yourself in an exciting programme of talks, performances, poetry readings, screenings, workshops, and exhibitions. Our culture activity permeates across campus from the James Joyce Library, Campus Bookshop, stretch tents at O’Reilly Hall, to the Cinema and performances on the Main Stage.
Many of the Culture Zone events are drop-in but don’t forget to Register for this zone using the button below if you wish to attend. A very small number of events are individually bookable, check the events below.
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Under the hood of Mississippi Delta Blues
A pre-Festival event on Friday, 9 June brings us blues musicians Anthony ‘Big-A’ Sherrod and Jacqueline "Jaxx" Nassar, who invite you to discover the inner workings, wonders and history of the gritty and heartfelt Mississippi Delta Blues style of music.
UCD Classical Museum
The UCD Classical Museum (Newman Building) is open 12-3.30. Come join us for a short introduction to the collection (12.30/1.30/2.30) and for some fun family activities!
UCD Micro-credentials Information Stand
Are you interested in studying at UCD, but struggling to find the time? UCD is excited to introduce our newest innovation in short, trusted, and accredited courses with UCD Micro-credentials
Heaney and the Classics
The books in the exhibit show how Seamus Heaney’s work brings order the chaos by viewing life through the prism of the literature and drama of the classical world.
The UCD Staff Band
The UCD Staff Band takes a trip down memory lane with songs from the 60's,70's and even some modern ones from the 90's!
Write Your Own Superhero with Fighting Words
Join the Fighting Words team for a special workshop where participants will be guided to create unique superheroes of their own invention! This workshop is aimed at children aged 6-10.
SAOL Sisters Sing Out
This year SAOL Sisters will return to UCD Festival Burkers Corner to sing a selection of heartfelt songs.
Write Your Own Story with Fighting Words
Join the Fighting Words team for a brilliant story-writing workshop where participants will be guided in writing original stories of their own invention! This workshop is aimed at children aged 8-12.
Somebody: Nuala O’Faolain and a Book that Changed Us
This video installation explores "Are You Somebody?", an explosive and unexpected book, exposing hidden aspects of female life in Ireland and offering valuable insights into the private experiences of Nuala O’Faolain.
Love, Says Bloom
Love, says Bloom looks at the deep love between Irish writer James Joyce, his wife Nora Barnacle, and their children Giorgio and Lucia, using music as a steadfast element in their lives
