Ireland Week 2026 – a bridge between two worlds

From 8 to 17 March 2026, Ireland Week returns for its fifth edition, with 50 events that will bring all the magic, culture and traditions of the Emerald Isle to the heart of the city.

Are you ready to discover it with us?

Ireland Week - an unexpected connection

Sponsored by the City of Milan, the Consulate General of Ireland and the Embassy of Ireland in Italy, Ireland Week is a true celebration aimed at promoting cultural exchange between the two places through music, art and culture. A real bridge between two worlds, destined to strengthen, and sometimes discover, a new bond between seemingly distant places.

                                                               Bike tour, Ireland Week 2026 - image taken from the event's official website

The programme and what's new in 2026

With events scheduled from morning until evening, this year's Ireland Week will feature a varied programme consisting of workshops and tastings, Golf Circuit Competitions and Open Days, Irish dance lessons, live music, film screenings and traditional St Patrick's Day celebrations.

To view the full programme, click here.

                                                         Navigli boat ‘Rigoletto’, Ireland Week 2026 - image taken from the event's official website.

This year's new features include:

• The Navigli boat, called ‘Rigoletto’, which will sail accompanied by Irish music and dancing.
• The Bike Food Tour, designed to combine sport, fun and sustainability with the tasting of numerous typical dishes.

Additional information

The events, which are free and require booking, will be held in different locations around the city in order to fully involve the local area.

To find out where they are, consult the map here.

Although Ireland Week is a project in collaboration with the City of Milan, it also features events in other Italian cities! Find out what they are here.

Don't miss the chance to experience both worlds!

In Milan, you can also discover the Paralympic Games!