The National Gallery of Ireland has announced the return of their 'Thursday Lates' series - a specially curated three-part series of unique evening events. The series will take place over October, November and December, with the first event commencing at 5.30pm on Thursday, October 13.

In preparation for Halloween, guests can take part in a range of activities - including ghostly tours of the national collection, led by Underthings, an improv duo from Dublin. Visitors of the first 'Thursday Lates' event can also enjoy spooky music in the Gallery’s Winter Garden, with DJ Conor Behan providing the entertainment. Food and drinks will be served in the Gallery café along with some festive trick or treats.

A design and craft themed 'Thursday Late' event will take place on November 10 at 4.30pm. A tour highlighting some of the exquisite fashion and design featured in the Gallery’s collection will highlight the event. In addition, there will be a craft and design showcase and demonstrations by a range of artists and designers associated with the Gallery.

In the lead up to the festive season, an evening of music will take place on December 1. Specially created tours exploring music in the national collection will run from 4.30pm on the day, with award-winning pianist Máire Carroll performing in the Gallery’s Shaw Room. The exclusive performance of ‘Hidden Pianos’ will also feature the public premiere of a new composition for the National Gallery of Ireland by the Carroll.

'Thursday Lates' are funded by the Department of Tourism, Culture, Arts, Gaeltacht, Sport and Media in support of the Night-Time Economy.

The National Gallery of Ireland is open to the public until 8.30pm on Thursday evenings and admission is free. Visitors can enjoy a variety of free tours and cultural experiences at the Gallery this autumn and winter, with tickets to the unmissable Turner: The Sun is God exhibition on sale for €5 from 5pm onwards each Thursday.

Tickets for all of the 'Thursday Lates' series themed tours and performances are limited - book early to avoid disappointment. For more information, visit nationalgallery.ie.

National Gallery of Ireland Visitors Photo Courtesy Pimlico Project

National Gallery of Ireland Opening hours:
Monday: 11a.m.–5:30p.m.
Tuesday: 9:15a.m.–5:30p.m.
Wednesday: 9:15a.m.–5:30p.m.
Thursday: 9:15a.m.–8:30p.m.
Friday: 9:15a.m.–5:30p.m.
Saturday: 9:15a.m.–5:30p.m.
Sunday: 11a.m.–5:30p.m.