What's on
We Go On...
A relaxed, social writing group
Fridays, 02 October - 11 December 2026, 2.30pm - 3.30pm
European Horizons: Visual Arts on the European Stage with Beatriz Bertolin and Máiréad Holohan
Art Workshop with Beatriz Bertolin and Máiréad Holohan followed by a panel discussion chaired by Nora Hickey M'Sichili
Friday 2nd October 2026, 3pm - 8pm
Thanks For The Dance - The Leonard Cohen Story
A show combining Leonard Cohen’s songs, poems, and life stories. Led by singer Robert Doyle, the show has sold out across Ireland.
Friday 2 October 2026, 8pm
Rock Rising - The Supreme Classic Rock Show
A high-octane celebration of the greatest rock anthems of all time
Saturday 3 October 2026, 8pm
Shorts For Families
A vibrant collection of imaginative and inspiring short films from around the world, specially curated for audiences aged 8 and over.
Sunday 4 October 2026, 3pm, Age Rating: 8+
Shorts For Wee Ones
A colourful collection of short films from around the world introduces young children to stories of friendship, kindness, and embracing differences through imaginative, mostly dialogue-free adventures.
Sunday 4 October 2026, 1.30pm, Age Rating: 3+
Sláinte Maith 2026
Join our relaxed, social dance class with Marie Cashin - fresh moves and fun vibes!
Mondays, 05 October - 14 December 2026, 2pm
Riverine Film Screening
As part of Carlow Climate Action Week a visually poetic film by award winning director Alan Gilsenan
Wednesday 7th October 2026, 7:00pm, Age Rating: 12+
The Council of All Beings Workshop & Riverine Screening
Experience an immersive workshop that invites you to see the world through the eyes of river-dwelling species
Wednesday 07 October 2026, 3pm & 7pm
An Irish Atlantic Rainforest (2026)
The film follows climate activist Eoghan Daltun’s inspiring journey to restore and protect Ireland’s native temperate rainforests through rewilding and conservation.
Thursday 08 October 2026, 7:30pm
CHOP!
A darkly funny, physical show about masculinity, eco-anxiety, and the end of the world—with real axes and lots of laughs.
Friday 9 October 2026, 7pm, Age Rating: 8+
The Place That Has Never Been Wounded
Niall Breslin and The Polaris Quartet perform at VISUAL with of the most distinctive offerings in the contemporary Irish music landscape.
Saturday 10 October 2026, 8pm