Workshops & Classes
Dr David Coleman - Ready for Anything: Building Emotional Resilience in Children and Teenagers
Learn how you can help today's children and teenagers discover that they can survive adversity, and thrive afterwards.
Tuesday 20 October 2026, 8pm, Age Rating: 18+
Samhain Festival 26 at VISUAL: A Special Samhain We Go On
Explore the boundaries between reality and imagination with writer Clifton Redmond.
Friday 23 October 2026, 2pm – 3.30pm
Samhain Festival 26 at VISUAL: Have A Gawk: The Spooky Edition
Uncover the stories, ideas and hidden meanings within the exhibitions at VISUAL.
Friday 23 October 2026, 2pm – 3.30pm
Samhain Festival 26 at VISUAL: Samhain Yoga with Connie Byrne
Embrace the turning of the year with a gentle morning of movement, mindfulness and breath.
Saturday 24 October 2026, 10am – 11am
Samhain Festival 26 at VISUAL: Family Fun Day
Celebrate Samhain with a packed afternoon of free family fun, from fancy dress and scavenger hunts to art, strawcraft, disco, storytelling and more!
Sunday 25 October 2026, 2pm – 5pm
Samhain Festival 26 at VISUAL: Strawcraft Workshops
Embrace traditional Irish craft this Samhain and get creative with straw at Carlow College!
Sunday 25 October 2026, Adults: 2pm – 3pm, All Ages: 3.30pm – 5pm
Samhain Festival 26 at VISUAL: Samhain Illustration Workshop
Explore Samhain traditions and create a pen-and-ink illustration with Denise Conroy.
Saturday 31 October 2026, 10am - 2pm