Wavin’ Words Youth Poetry Slam (NTE)

Programme of events

The Slam Poetry Stage is back for Cruinniú na nÓg at the We Own The Castle teen music festival in Swords Castle — and it’s bigger and better than ever!

The Chapel venue within the castle grounds will be the setting for young poets to slam, rap, perform or read their work. This year’s programme features an exciting mix of poetry podcasting, live performance, open mic sessions, audience interaction, and book giveaways — there’s something poetry for everyone!

Enjoy featured performances from Fingal’s Cruinniú na nÓg Ambassador Yasmine Al Ja Afrehova and all Ireland Poetry Slam Champion Eva Mary Lucy. The Poetry’s Dead Podcast will be recording live, with Sheila Ryder and Dave Hynes hosting and helping make the magic happen.

If you’d like to perform, DM your name and number on Instagram @wavinwords or email library.events@fingal.ie and we’ll be in touch.

And if you get the urge to perform on the day – don’t worry, we’ll be saving a few spots!

Venue

Swords Castle Chapel

Bridge Street
Swords
Dublin
Co. Dublin
Ireland K67 X439

06 Jun 2026

5.00PM - 9.00PM

Age range

13-15

16-18

CONTACT

For more information on Fingal County Council's programme of events for Cruinniú na nÓg, please contact Emer Sharkey
CreativeFingal@fingal.ie

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06 Jun 2026

Drumming Workshop with Music Generation at Cashel and Thurles Library

location_on Cashel Library

5-8

9-12

06 Jun 2026 | 11.00AM - 11.40AM

Cruinniú @ Féile na Gealaí, Ráth Chairn – Draíocht Dochreidte! (8-12 Aois)

location_on Leabharlann Ráth Chairn

9-12

06 Jun 2026 | 10.00AM - 11.00AM

Let’s Draw Using Shapes!

location_on Bandon Library

5-8

06 Jun 2026 | 1.00PM - 3.00PM

The Stage @ the Desmond Complex

location_on Desmond Complex

0-4

5-8

9-12

13-15

16-18

06 Jun 2026 | 12.00PM - 12.45PM

Excitedly Resting Exhibition 12pm – Birth to 8 Months

location_on The Ark

0-4

06 Jun 2026 | 10.00AM - 2.00PM

Bodhrán Making Workshop

location_on The Seamus Ennis Arts Centre

5-8

9-12

13-15

16-18