The Cavan County Council Arts Awards
The Arts Awards are Cavan County Council’s annual funding scheme to support the ongoing development of artists and audiences in County Cavan. This year’s awards will open on Thursday, 11 December.
The following awards are on offer for 2026:
- Cavan Arts Bursary Award
- Cavan Arts Project Award
- Cavan Arts Festival and Events Award 2026
- Moth Studio Space Awards
The Townhall Studio Residency, Culture and Health Grant Award and Artist Workspace Scheme will open January-March 2026.
Artists of all levels, organisations, groups, or individuals running arts events and projects in County Cavan or promoting the County arts offerings elsewhere between February 2026 and December 2026 are eligible to apply.
Please note these awards do not support charitable fundraising events.
Forms will be available on www.cavanarts.ie and the closing date for completed applications is 8pm on Wednesday, 21st January 2026.
Late applications will not be accepted.
Contact the arts office for any queries or support in compiling your application or if you require support accessing the application form. Call 049 437 8559 or email kclynch@cavancoco.ie and we will endeavour to assist you.