The Royal Irish Academy of Music is delighted to announce the launch of our Programme of Events & Students' Union Programming for the 2025/2026 season on Friday, 19 September, as we also celebrate Culture Night, Ireland’s nationwide celebration of creativity. Culture Night has become a highlight of Dublin’s cultural calendar, and RIAM is proud to open its doors to the city once again.
Our Programme of Events for 25/26 places our students, faculty, and community at the heart of the thriving music scene in Dublin as we look forward to sharing live music with audiences of all ages and backgrounds.
There will be performances across the Academy’s historic Westland Row campus, visitors will experience the breadth of music that flourishes within RIAM. The performances will showcase the artistry of our young musicians and the dedication of the faculty who mentor them. The evening reflects RIAM’s values of authenticity, care, and high performance, and offers a glimpse of the creative energy that will define our full 2025/2026 artistic season.
This year’s season will feature world-class recitals, boundary-pushing collaborations, and opportunities for audiences to engage with music in new and meaningful ways. The year ahead is designed not only to nurture Ireland’s emerging artists but also to make their voices and imaginations visible to the world.
Speaking ahead of the launch, RIAM Director Deborah Kelleher said:
“Culture Night reminds us of the power of music to connect communities. It is the perfect moment to begin a season that will celebrate the talent and ambition of RIAM students, while inviting audiences into our living, breathing world of music.”
The 2025/2026 season builds on the Academy’s commitment to excellence in performance and education, offering a platform where the next generation of Irish musicians can grow, collaborate, and inspire.
Be sure to check out https://riam.ie/whats-on/ for all upcomign concerts & events!
Culture Night at RIAM takes place on Friday 19 September. Full details of performances and events will be announced in the coming week.