What is August Craft Month?

August Craft Month is a unique celebration of craft with events taking place across the island of Ireland, providing exciting opportunities for the public to experience, participate in, buy and learn about craft.

It is supported and promoted by Design & Crafts Council Ireland, Craft NI and Cork Craft & Design.

Why should I be part of it?

· It will be fun! Celebrate, collaborate, motivate.

· Make it national – long established, Craft NI and Cork Craft & Design’s local August Craft Months have proven hugely popular – making it national will increase the momentum and celebration of craft across the month of August.

· National PR campaign from start of July that will promote August Craft Month through highlighting events and makers – get your event in early!

· Social media campaign across August Craft Month and partner channels – visibility to over 45k followers

· Digital advertising campaign

· Influencer campaign

· Augustcraftmonth.org website listing of your event – image and copy

· It’s easy! – your everyday craft activity may be eligible for listing

Simply register your event on the August Craft Month website by filling out the application form. Events are invited from individual makers, guilds, associations, networks, galleries and venues which will enable audiences to come together to celebrate and enjoy craft experiences whether in-person, online, or both. Send your application by Monday 4th July. You can still register your events for inclusion on the website after this date, however registering early will ensure more time to promote your event.

REGISTER HERE