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Art Open Calls in Ireland

Active grants, residencies, and exhibitions for artists in Ireland.

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10 active opportunities linked to Ireland — from local foundations to international programs accepting artists based in or targeting this region. Resolved from location fields, organizers, and verified metadata. Sign in free for interactive maps, AI search, and calendar integration.

Source Photography Writing Prize 2026COMPETITION

Source Photography Writing Prize 2026

Source Magazine

£500/€570 prize + publication in Source magazine or future paid commission; shortlisted entries also considered for publication or commissions.

Aug 1, 2026Belfast, Ireland
A4 Sounds WOWTE Residency Awards 2026RESIDENCYFully Funded

A4 Sounds WOWTE Residency Awards 2026

A4 Sounds

Fully funded five-month residency, additional access budget, dedicated studio space, and comprehensive technical support.

Aug 6, 2026€8,000Dublin, Ireland
Mainstage Prize for Playwriting 2026COMPETITIONFully Funded

Mainstage Prize for Playwriting 2026

Mainstage Prize Team

A professionally rehearsed reading and specialized mentorship from industry judges.

Aug 1, 202610,000 GBPUnited Kingdom / Ireland
Uillinn Dance Studio Residency 2027RESIDENCYSelf-Funded

Uillinn Dance Studio Residency 2027

West Cork Arts Centre

Access to a fully accessible 56 sqm sprung-floor studio (UCC and Bollinger Family Space), technical/administrative support, and networking opportunities. Excludes stipends and accommodation.

Jul 28, 2026No direct fundingSkibbereen, Ireland
DLR Nature and Place — River & Coast Commission 2026–27OTHERFully Funded

DLR Nature and Place — River & Coast Commission 2026–27

Dún Laoghaire-Rathdown County Council Arts Office

DLR Nature and Place commission strand — €20,000 for site-responsive environmental public art delivered November 2026 – September 2027.

Aug 5, 2026€20,000 commission budget (incl. VAT)Shanganagh River & Shankill coast, Ireland
Arts Council Ireland — Authored WorksGRANTFully Funded

Arts Council Ireland — Authored Works

Arts Council Ireland

Supports artist-led feature film from a strong artistic point of view.

Sep 10, 2026Up to €230,000Ireland
Uillinn Dance Studio Residency 2027RESIDENCYPartial Funding

Uillinn Dance Studio Residency 2027

Uillinn: West Cork Arts Centre

Access to a fully accessible 56-square-meter dance studio equipped with a sprung wooden floor, marley, mirrors, barre, and sound system. Residents receive key holder privileges for flexible access, technical and administrative support, and integration into an environment fostering networking with other resident artists.

Jul 28, 2026No direct fundingSkibbereen, Co. Cork, Ireland

FAQ

How is country matching done?

We combine physical venue location, organizer country, city references, and program eligibility (not just keyword searches in titles) to give you the most accurate pool.

Do I need to speak the local language of Ireland?

In 90% of international programs, English is sufficient. If the organizers require local language skills, we list this clearly in the requirements section.

Do grants in Ireland cover visa and travel costs?

This varies. Fully funded opportunities and residencies often cover travel expenses or provide travel grants, while others only fund local accommodation.

Can artists from any country apply to programs in Ireland?

Most listed opportunities are open internationally. Any citizenship or residency restrictions are structured and highlighted on the program card.

Which art organizations in Ireland are most active?

We aggregate programs from leading art academies, museums, private galleries, and non-profit spaces. You can filter by organization type in your dashboard.