Limerick City and County Council is bringing communities together once again to celebrate Climate Action Week Limerick, with events taking place from Wednesday 13 to Saturday 16 May 2026. Following a highly successful first year, the initiative returns with renewed energy, bringing communities, organisations and local changemakers together for four days of inspiration, learning and practical climate action.
Delivered under the theme #GreenForLimerick, Climate Action Week Limerick 2026 features a vibrant programme of free events designed to spark conversation, raise awareness and encourage positive steps towards a more sustainable future.
Climate Action Week Limerick is coordinated by Limerick City and County Council in collaboration with local communities, organisations and partners.
Dr Sarah O’Malley, Climate Action Officer with Limerick City and County Council, said:
“Climate Action Week Limerick shows that real change is already happening across our city and county. From talks and workshops to hands‑on activities and community gatherings, there is something for everyone. However you take part, you are helping to power a more sustainable and more connected Limerick.”
All events are open to the public, and free to attend, with some sessions requiring advance booking due to limited capacity.
A full programme of events, along with booking information, is available at Limerick.ie/climate-action-week-2026
Event Highlights
Wednesday 13 May
10.00am to 12.00pm | Men’s Shed Open Morning
Ballyneety Men’s Shed, Ballyneety Golf Club, Limerick
A relaxed, informal opportunity to meet local members, enjoy a chat over tea, and explore the community space. Open to all, with no experience required.
12.00pm to 2.00pm | Conversations on Climate Change
Room T117, Mary Immaculate College, South Circular Road, Limerick
A transdisciplinary panel discussion featuring academics and students from across Mary Immaculate College, examining how climate change is taught, understood and acted upon within the college and the wider community.
Thursday 14 May
11.00am | Bog Cotton – A Nature’s Rhythms Art Workshop
Griston Bog, Ballylanders, Co. Limerick (Booking essential)
Participants will create botanical imprints using clay, plaster and wild plants in this hands‑on workshop facilitated by artist Audrey Parent.
4.00pm to 6.00pm | Book Reading and Swap Party
The Hunt Museum, Rutland Street, Limerick City
Bring a book to read or swap, settle in with a blanket, enjoy some quiet reading time and leave with a new title. All are welcome.
Friday 15 May
10.00am to 12.00pm | PolliConnect Biodiversity Focus Group
Kilmallock Library, Áras Mainchín Seoighe, Kilmallock, Co. Limerick
Community members are invited to share insights and experiences to help shape local biodiversity projects focused on grasslands, wetlands and pollinator habitats. Contributions are confidential and anonymised.
2.30pm to 4.30pm | Change Clothes: Fix and Reinvent
Citizen Innovation Lab, Sarsfield Street, Limerick
A free pop‑in workshop focusing on practical and creative clothing repair skills, including stitching, patching, darning and felting. Suitable for all skill levels.
Saturday 16 May
10.00am to 11.00am | Mindfulness and Meditation
People’s Park, Pery’s Square, Limerick City (Booking essential)
A gentle session of movement, grounding and guided meditation aimed at supporting wellbeing and reflection on environmental concerns. Participants are asked to bring a yoga mat.
10.30am | Woodland Walk and Talk
Baggot Estate Nature Park, Ballinacurra, Limerick
Join Limerick City and County Council’s Biodiversity Officer and colleagues for a guided woodland walk and sound walk, encouraging participants to slow down and connect with nature. Children must be accompanied by an adult.
11.00am to 4.00pm | Crafty Saturday
Watch House Cross Library, Moyross, Limerick
A family‑friendly craft session focusing on creative reuse of materials. Children must be accompanied by a parent or guardian.
