Sligo County Council’s Arts Service Department underpins the cultural vision for the county—positioning the arts as a defining force in Sligo’s identity, vitality and future. Working in strategic partnership with the Arts Council, Sligo County Council advances a shared national agenda for access, participation and artistic excellence, while leading locally with clarity and intent.
Sligo County Council places creativity at the heart of its wider ambitions, recognising its power to shape place, strengthen communities and drive sustainable economic development. This is a county where artists are supported to take risks, where new work is made and experienced, and where we strive to ensure that cultural participation is part of everyday life, regardless of status.
Sligo County Council is committed to a confident, outward-looking cultural county: one that values its distinct voice, supports its artists to lead nationally and internationally, and ensures that everyone has the opportunity to engage with the arts.
SLIGO.IE is Sligo County Council’s official guide to all things Sligo. The “WHAT’S ON” section has a comprehensive list of Sligo’s cultural events, together with links to relevant websites and booking information, link here: What’s On in Sligo | Sligo.ie
Funding
Sligo Arts Service supports the county’s vibrant arts infrastructure through grants and awards to arts venues, organisations, arts festivals, artist workspaces, event organisers and communities throughout the county on an annual basis.
Programming
Sligo Arts Services delivers and supports a range of programming initiatives through Arts in Education and Arts + Health programmes and through annual celebrations such as the Bealtaine Festival and Culture Night,. The Arts Service also supports key organisations to deliver programming.
Public Art
Sligo County Council’s Public Art programme provides opportunities for artists working in all disciplines to create ambitious new work in the public realm, through open calls, partnerships and invited projects. Opportunities range from temporary works to large-scale permanent pieces in both natural and built environments.
Publications Archive
View our archive of plans, strategies, reports, catalogues.







