Mná na hÉireann

New Year Tunes with Live Irish Music
2026-01-27 21:00 - 23:30 (Europe/Paris) | Association Irlandaise, 59, avenue Gabriel Péri, Saint Quen, 93400, France
Organised by the Association Irlandaise

To celebrate the New Year, we invite you to take a musical journey with this great duo of Irish artists, accordionist David Munnelly and bouzouki player, fiddler, and singer Macdara Ó Faoláin.

Both deeply rooted in traditional Irish music, they aspire to reinterpret it by exploring the boundaries between genres, drawing inspiration from jazz, classical music, and traditional world music.

A musical journey not to be missed, followed by a session with them!

Transport: Métro Garibaldi (ligne 13) Mairie de Saint-Ouen (ligne 14) Saint-Ouen (RER C)

Exhibition - The Rediscovered Treasure of the Sun King Le Grand Palais - Paris
2026-02-01 10:00 - 2026-02-08 20:00 | Le Grand Palais, 17 avenue du Général Eisenhower, Paris, 75008, France
If you have fond memories of your history classes in school and were in awe of the wonders of the Versailles Palace, you have 7 days in february to admire a royal treasure! A historical first: the monumental carpets ordered by Louis XIV for the Grande Galerie du Louvre are gathered and presented under the glass roof of the Grand Palais. An unprecedented event, not to be missed.

Celebrate St. Brigid's Day in Paris
2026-02-01 14:00 - 18:00
Champion Irish off-shore skipper, Pam LEE will inspire and remind us of how resiliant and empowering Irish Women are… !

Guest Speaker: Mná Pam LEE 🌊 Making History with #EMPOWHER! 🌊

Join us and meet this fearless Irish skipper making waves in the world’s most challenging single-handed offshore race – the Route du Rhum 2026!

PROGRAMME:

2.30pm – Interview & Inspiration of Pam LEE by Conor Murphy

3.15pm – Tribute to St Brigid through Story Telling by Maria D’Arcy

3.30-5pm – Explore & Experience Refresh & Reset Sophrology, Face Yoga, Kobido Massages lead by Mná Experts: Pamela Boutin Bird – Sharon Lysaght – Helen Stack-Petit

These Sessions will be presented in separate rooms and alternate in groups so you can request to join one or more.

5.00-6pm Refreshments

🔥 Learn About Pam’s Adventure:

Pam Lee is breaking barriers as the first Irish sailor to compete in the legendary Route du Rhum in Nov 2026

This isn’t just a race – it’s a movement! The #EMPOWHER campaign leverages offshore racing for equality, diversity, and sustainability.

💡 Why Attend?

Get a behind-the-scenes look at the intense training & strategic actions about #EMPOWHER.

Hear Pam’s inspiring story, her challenges, her tips to stay focused, her vision for change and impact.

Learn how partners & the Mná can follow and engage with this high-performance sporting initiative.

JE ME SOUVIENDRAI ... de preque tout!
2026-02-01 21:00 - 2026-03-07 23:30 | Thêatre Montparnasse, 31 Rue de la Gaîté, Paris, 75014, France
A father, a failed writer, and his teenage son see their routine upturned by the arrival of the grandfather, a famous, whimsical, and irresponsible actor, mostly absent but terribly endearing.The purpose of this visit: the grandfather would like his son to help him write his memoirs.Then begins a family reunion is funny, fierce and poignant that will allow them to revisit their not very common past.

Between biting dialogues and family secrets revealed, dive into this comedy full of spirit, love and humor!

The renowned and wonderful Pierre Ariditi, the grandfather, has been praised by the critics who have highlighted his ability to bring deept and humour to his role. Described as a “magnifique partition” for 3 generations of actors, about family dynamics and the complexities of relationships, it’s a MUST!

Championnat Federal of the Ladies Gaelic Football - Paris
2026-02-07 09:00 - 19:00 | Stade Léon Bonvoisin, Parc Municipal des Sports, Rte de la Pyramide,, Paris, 75012, France
Come and enjoy watching the first round of Championnat Federal of the Ladies Gaelic Football thats taking place in Paris 12th at Stade Leon Bonvoisin.

An unmissable day out in support the Gaelic Ladies! Main matches in the afternoon with refreshments and some cakes to enjoy after!

AAWE's International School Fair - Paris
2026-02-14 14:00 - 17:00 | American Church in Paris, 65 quai d’Orsay,, Paris, 75007, France
AAWE’s International School Fair in Paris allows families to meet over 40 bilingual and international schools in one venue. This event is run only every second year to serve families seeking bilingual education, and the anglophone community. Don’t miss it!

AAWE (Association of American Women in Europe) is a non-profit volunteer-run organization / www.aaweparis.org

If you are looking for your child’s first school, thinking about changing schools, or investigating options for the years ahead, please join us!

Maternelle right up to Lycée

Pick up your complimentary copy of Paris Parents magazine from AAWE.

The new AAWE Guide to Education in France and Beyond the Bac: Higher Education in France and Abroad will be available for purchase.

Please note that the American Church is not accessible to strollers and cannot provide storage space for strollers.

Please wear sneakers or gum-soled shoes as part of the event is in the gymnasium.

Avant-Première: AU-DELÀ DE KATMANDOU d'Alexander Murphy - Paris
2026-02-17 20:15 - 22:00 | L’Arlequin, 76 rue de Rennes, Paris, 75006, France
Documentary

Come out and discover the preview screening of BEYOND KATHMANDU by Alexander Murphy, followed by a cocktail reception and a discussion with the director!

Jamuna and Anmuna return to their native village, perched high in the Himalayas. The two sisters join their family in the perilous harvest of yarsagumba, a rare creature, half mushroom, half insect, whose value now exceeds that of gold. For Jamuna, this quest in her homeland, embodying the hope of a new beginning, is also an opportunity for reunion, reconciliation, and a farewell that will finally set her free.

Mná Monthly Online Session - Jump on and join us for an end of February chat with a glass or a cuppa tea!
2026-02-24 19:00 - 20:00
Each month, we run a session via Zoom, to broaden the Mná Community. Come enjoy an informal session and discover the network and/or catch up with the Members. We take time to introduce the Mná nua “new members”, do a who’s who. cover updates, share news, events, introduce Mná Partners, etc…

Registered Mná Members will receive the Zoom invitaiton and link via email prior to the date.

Kindly click on the button below if you are not a Mná Member but would like to attend this session.

Salon Mondiale du Tourisme - Paris
2026-03-12 08:00 - 2026-03-15 17:00 | Porte de Versailles, 1 place de Porte de Versailles, Paris, 75015, France
Travelers and those who dream of escaping their everyday life, meet in March at Paris Expo Porte de Versailles for a new edition of the World Tourism Exhibition!

Whether you dream of a paradise stay on the other side of the world, an escape in France, a train trip or an immersive adventure, you will find all the inspiration you need to organise your next vacation. Explore a wide choices of sun, nature, culture or sport destinations, suitable for families as well as globetrotters seeking unique experiences. Take advantage of special offers at the lounge, talk with travel experts and let yourself be guided towards your next adventure, whatever your budget!

An unmissable event and YOUR trip around the World!

St. Patrick's Concert : Traditional Irish Music - Sorcha Costello & the Hylia sisters
2026-03-12 21:00 - 23:15 | Association Irlandaise, 59, avenue Gabriel Péri, Saint Quen, 93400, France
Organised by the Association Irlandaise

A St Patrick’s celebration concert organised by the Association Irlandaise and presenting a wonderful Franco-Irish lineup featuring an all-female cast, with Irish violinist Sorcha Costello 🎻 and opening act by the duo Hylia, sisters Roxanne and Marie Rabatti (violin, guitar, vocals).

☘️ Come along and celebrate Ireland and its music in the company of these talented musicians!☘️

Winner of the prestigious Gradam Ceoil TG4 Young Musician of 2021 award, Sorcha Costello is an Irish violinist from Tulla (Co. Clare), born into a family with deep roots in traditional music. Sorcha has performed on stages across Ireland and internationally, with tours in New Zealand, Australia, and the United States. Highly sought after as a music teacher, she is appreciated for her ability to convey her unique style, imbued with the rhythm and swing characteristic of several generations of her family.

Released in 2023, “𝗧𝗵𝗲 𝗣𝗿𝗶𝗺𝗿𝗼𝘀𝗲 𝗟𝗮𝘀𝘀” Sorcha’s solo album features a varied repertoire of old and new pieces. Deeply rooted in the East Clare style tradition, this album incorporates musical influences from around the world.

Transport: Métro Garibaldi (ligne 13) Mairie de Saint-Ouen (ligne 14) Saint-Ouen (RER C)

POOR by Katriona O'Sullivan - Dublin
2026-03-13 19:00 - 2026-04-26 22:00 | Gate Theatre, Cavendish Row, Parnell Square,, Dublin, D01 WY26, Ireland
The highly anticipated return of POOR, the acclaimed stage adaptation of Katriona O’Sullivan’s powerful memoir, adapted by Sonya Kelly, directed by Gate Theatre Artistic Director Róisín McBrinn coming back to the Gate stage following its sold-out run and overwhelming audience demand.

POOR charts Katriona O’Sullivan’s extraordinary journey as she emerges from her childhood in Coventry and Birmingham marked by poverty, addiction and homelessness. Moving to Dublin as a teenager, POOR follows O’Sullivan as she overcomes seemingly insurmountable obstacles to earn a PhD from Trinity College Dublin and inspire a generation through her writing, teaching and speaking. This unforgettable story is vividly and movingly portrayed through her close relationships with family and friends, and thrums with the music that has resonated through her life.

Sing Street - Irish Film (2016) Cinéma de Cinéastes - Paris
2026-03-16 19:30 - 22:00 | Cinéma des Cinéastes, 7 avenue de Clichy, Paris, 75017, France
Celebrate Ireland and St. Patrick wearing green! Come enjoy this vibrant Irish comedy, filled with music and drama.

Even in despair, nothing beats the stubborn hope of a fifteen-year-old teenager. Between music, first love, and the silent terror of starting over at a new high school, Conor’s world becomes a living mixtape of 1980s Dublin. In SING STREET, John Carney crafts a coming-of-age story carried by melody, imagination, and the fragile courage to reinvent oneself. It is a film about discovery of identity, of possibilities and about that strange conviction, unique to youth, that life can still be rewritten. As George Bernard Shaw observed: “Youth is wasted on the young”

Starting at 7:30 p.m. Come together for a complimentary drink accompanied by a demonstration of Irish dance and music.

Film screening at 8:00 p.m.

Renoir dessinateur - Musée d'Orsay Paris
2026-03-17 10:00 - 2026-07-05 17:00 | Musée d’Orsay, Esplanade Valéry Giscard d'Estaing, Paris, 75007, France
Co-organized with the Morgan Library & Museum New York, this exhibition, the first dedicated to Renoir’s works on paper, will highlight the importance of graphic techniques in the evolution of his art. It also reveals the intimate links between his paintings and drawings, particularly from the 1880s, when Renoir moves away from Impressionism but continues to reinvent himself.

For those of you who love, like me the work of this incredible impressionist; Alerte, you should really reserve in advance

Musée d’Orsay

Temporary Exhibition Area – Seine Gallery, level 0

Solutions Ressources Humaines Paris 2026
2026-04-07 08:00 - 2026-04-08 17:00 | Porte de Versailles, 1 place de Porte de Versailles, Paris, 75015, France
The Fair for Business Leaders, HR Managers, Training & IT Managers. With 300 companies exhibiting, conferences and workshops for digital transformation (virtual reality, augmented reality, chatbots …) and Artificial Intelligence will be the focus for the HR community. Cloud solutions, dematerialization, Big Data, Connected Objects and skills management. Elearning, Moocs, Business Games, etc… So many topics with great prospects in the world of HR.

The Irish Celtic Ensemble - Marseille
2026-04-08 20:00 - 23:00 | Le Dôme,, 48 Avenue de saint-just, Marseille, 13004, France
The Irish Celtic Ensemble returns to Marseille on Wednesday, April 8, 2026 at 8 PM to present its show Spirit of Ireland at the Dôme de Marseille.

This troupe specialized in traditional Irish dances celebrates the 15th anniversary of its iconic show with a captivating story around Paddy Flynn and his Irish Celtic Pub. Between legends, songs and dynamic choreographies, this show promises a total immersion in the culture of the emerald island. Tickets are available now for this exceptional evening in the Bouches-du-Rhône. A taste of Ireland in the “cité phocéene”!

Marathon de Paris - April 2026
2026-04-12 08:00 - 17:00 | L’Arc de Triumph Paris, Les Champs Elysée, Paris, 75008
The 49th edition of the Paris Marathon. Registrations now open!

The Parisian event attracts each year several tens of thousands of runners and just as many spectators. Over the course of a weekend, the most beautiful streets of Paris become the scene of a highly anticipated race. With more than a third of foreigners on the starting line, the Paris Marathon is one of the most international races. Whether it is to break a record, support an association, challenge one’s colleagues or even discover the distance queen, the event offers its share of emotions.

Christopher Cross Concert - Dublin May 2026
2026-05-26 20:00 - 23:00 | Bord Gais Energy Theatre, Grand Canal Square, Dublin 2, Ireland
For those of us who remember Sailing, Ride like the Wind and the film “Arthur” amongst many others, this is the chance to relish in Christopher Cross’ suave voice for a couple of hours in Dublin.

Bord Gais is such a great place and the acoustics are wondeful, there is also a lovely bar for a pre-concert drink!

On the 24th and the 26th of May 2026, the 24th is full! See you there!

From Rembrandt to Matisse – A Celebration of European Prints & Drawings
2026-06-27 11:00 - 2026-11-08 18:00 | National Gallery Dublin, Merrion Square West, Dublin, D02K303, Ireland
We are so lucky to have such a beautiful Art Gallery in Dublin

In celebration of Ireland’s Presidency of The Council of the European Union, the National Gallery of Ireland presents a special exhibition featuring some fifty of our finest works on paper by artists from across Europe. Drawings, prints, watercolours and photographs by a range of European artists from the fifteenth century to the present day are included. The exhibition explores the diverse subjects and styles that have shaped European art through the centuries. Reflecting shifts in taste and technique over the centuries, the exhibition showcases the strength of the Gallery’s collection across the various schools.

William Blake "The Age of Romantic Fantasy" Dublin
2026-06-27 11:00 - 2026-11-08 18:00 | National Gallery Dublin, Merrion Square West, Dublin, D02K303, Ireland
The National Gallery of Ireland – A privilege and always a treat to visit this beautiful gallery in Dublin!

William Blake, a visionary artist and poet, was a defining force in Romanticism. His imaginative and unconventional works continue to inspire today. This exhibition, curated by Tate in partnership with the National Gallery of Ireland, presents a selection of Blake’s most iconic works of art, alongside paintings and drawings by his contemporaries.

JAZZ IN MARCIAC 2026
2026-07-20 12:00 - 2026-08-03 00:00 | Chapiteau – MARCIAC, 8 place du Chevalier D'Antras, Marciac, 32230, France
If you are holidaying in the Toulouse area or have not yet planned to, now is the time to think about it!

Every year the small village of Marciac, in the Gers, hosts the most incredible music festival, principally Jazz but not only. Once again, Sting is at the top of the billing this year, after Sanatana, Georges Benson… in the past. As Editor for the Events on Mna na hEireann, I was lucky enough to go there 3 times and saw Sting about 4 or 5 years ago. It was an incredible event and would strongly recommend.

In the stiffling heat of the southwest, in the middle of the summer, you will love the atmosphere and never forget the experience!

Even if you don’t book tickets to the concerts, there are lots of free entertainment to be enjoyed around this charming village with food stalls, night markets and fun in ambundance.

Fawlty Towers The Play - Dublin July 2026
2026-07-28 19:30 - 2026-08-01 23:00 | Bord Gais Energy Theatre, Grand Canal Square, Dublin 2, Ireland
The stage version of the wonderful, hilarious 70’s sit com situated in a dysfonctional hotel in the English seaside town of Torquay.

The day to day life of the staff and guests of this hotel with the very inept and slightly out-of-his-mind hotel manager who is tortured, on a daily basis, by “that annoying section of the general public who insits on staying at hotels”, played by the wonderfully talented John Cleese on the “small screen”! Join Basil, the Major, Polly and Manuel for an unforgettable evening.

This West-end, sold out show promises to bring back many memories and to offer a nigt of laughter, but only those who go will know, as Manuel (from the show) saus “I know nothing…”!!

La Parisienne - September 2026 : running, walking....
2026-09-11 08:00 - 2026-09-13 17:00 | Le Pont d’Iena, Avenue de New York, Paris, 75007, France
You don’t need to be a runner as this is an event that you can run, walk, crawl….,well worth the day out!

Individually or as a team, this wonderful “race” that is not one, through the streets of Paris is such an incredibly fun experience. From Pont d’Iena by the Eiffel Tower to the Champs de Mars by the Ecole Militaire, imagine the beauty of this course!

La Parisienne, this year the theme is “Amazonne”, was created to raise reserch funds for breast cancer.

The atmosphere is electric and “bon enfant”. Bring your friend, mother, daughter, grand-daughter, this all-women- race (the odd guy dresses up!!) is well worth the small amount of pain that a 7K run/walk can bring.
