Throughout the year, the Maria Edgeworth Centre hosts and promotes an exciting variety of events in Edgeworthstown and the surrounding area. From literary talks, heritage celebrations, and community gatherings to seasonal festivals and workshops, there’s always something to look forward to.
On this page, you’ll find the latest details of forthcoming events at the Centre and across the locality. Our events calendar is updated regularly, making it easy for you to plan your visit to Ireland’s Hidden Heartlands.
If you have any questions about upcoming events, would like more information, or wish to get involved, simply click the ‘Contact Us’ button — we’d be delighted to hear from you.
Thursday, 19th September at 18:30
As dusk falls, join us for a magical guided evening walk through the heart of Edgeworthstown — a town steeped in history and alive with literary legend.
📍 Starting Point: Maria Edgeworth Centre
🕡 Time: 18:30
🏁 Finishing: Back at the Maria Edgeworth Centre
Wander the atmospheric streets and uncover the stories of “The Town of the Great Writers,” where the likes of Sir Walter Scott, William Wordsworth, Oscar Wilde and more once found inspiration.
Led by an expert local guide, this twilight tour reveals the town’s hidden heritage and literary gems in a whole new light.
🎧 Audio Vox headsets provided, so you won’t miss a single tale — even as the evening hush settles in.
This is not just a walk — it’s an immersive cultural experience under the spell of nightfall.
✨ Places are limited — book now and let Edgeworthstown’s past enchant your evening!
TUESDAY 19 August 2025 • 7:00–8:00 PM
Step Into the Past:
Join us for a captivating evening exploring the early history of Edgeworthstown and the stories that shaped our community. Through visual storytelling and historical reflection, this free event brings forgotten chapters of our heritage back to life.
🎬 Exhibition • Local History • Community Reflections
📍 Edgeworthstown Library, Co. Longford
🎟️ Free admission – Registration required
