Heritage Week (Galway): County Galway is gearing up for National Heritage Week 2026 (Aug 15–23) with talks, workshops and family events under the theme “Heritage at Risk,” including digital graveyard mapping in Abbeyknockmoy and more across the north and east. Cultural Festivals (Dublin): Dublin City Council’s Dublin City Fleadh returns with a big free trad lineup across central hubs, while Electric Picnic confirms Little Picnic—its long-running family zone with dance, storytime, science and Irish-heritage activities for under-12s. Music & Stage (Ireland/abroad): Eurovision organisers say 2027 will be held in Burgas, Bulgaria, after Dara’s 2026 win; closer to home, Fontaines D.C. tease a possible fifth album and Joanne McNally adds a third 3Arena date to her Pinotphile tour. Community & Safety: Waterford businesses face uncertainty after the Tycor Business Centre fire left many in limbo; and in Wexford, Monachán graveyard suffered vandalism with 18 graves damaged and centuries-old monuments smashed. Inclusion & Belonging: A Rose of Tralee former winner says she wouldn’t enter now due to racist sentiment, urging viewers not to attack contestants online.