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AUGUST CRAFT MONTH 2026

Ireland’s unique celebration of the craft sector, providing opportunities for all to learn about, make, see and buy local craft.

Let’s Celebrate Craft This August!

August Craft Month is brought to you as a partnership between the Design & Crafts Council and Craft NI. We are now in the fifth year of promoting, growing and sharing audiences for craft makers.

From Donegal to Dublin and Tyrone to Tipperary, creativity is coming to every corner of the island. With nearly 600 events, and over 3,500 makers involved, this year’s programme is one of our busiest yet! 

#AugustCraftMonth2026

1 Aug to 1 Aug Free

The Makers Market, Tuar Mhic Éadaigh

Location: Mayo

Event Type: Market

Maker: The Makers Market, Tuar Mhic Éadaigh

Craft Type: Multiple

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1 Aug to 7 Aug Free

The Sound of Clay by Gatothorceramica at The Kiosk Project Art Space in Drogheda

Location: Louth

Event Type: Workshop, Exhibition, Meet the Maker, Maker Talk, Demonstration

Maker: Adriana Torres Escobedo

Craft Type: Ceramics, Music Instrument Making

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1 Aug to 16 Aug Free

“Listen to the Land Speak” – West Cork Creates

Location: Cork City

Event Type: Exhibition

Maker: Cork Craft Month

Craft Type: Multiple

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3 Aug to 16 Aug Free

Seisún – A celebration of rhythm through clay and music

Location: Belfast City

Event Type: Workshop, Exhibition

Maker: Cre Collective NI

Craft Type: Ceramics, Horology

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5 Aug to 5 Aug Free

Inspiring Yarns ‘Needle Felting Landscapes’ Workshop

Location: Down

Event Type: Workshop

Maker: Asa McDowell / Claire Anketell

Craft Type: Textile Making

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16 Aug to 16 Aug £65

Bookbinding Workshop in Bullitt Hotel Belfast

Location: Belfast City

Event Type: Workshop

Maker: Papercrown NI

Craft Type: Book Making

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In the Press!

The August Craft Month programme and the makers taking part benefit year after year from PR exposure! From features and interviews in printed national newspapers to regional and online publications, we love seeing craft take centre stage!

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August Craft Month is back! 

Launching in June, Design & Crafts Council Ireland and Craft NI will collaborate to promote August Craft Month and your events through PR and regular news releases throughout the summer, social media coverage from all organisations, a digital advertising campaign, and maker and event profiles featuring regular spotlights on disciplines, regions, or key dates.

If you’re interested in participating in August Craft Month 2026 but would like to discuss your event or idea beforehand, feel free to contact the team at info@augustcraftmonth.org. 

With special thanks to our Partners