Traditional Arts Bursary Award 2027 – Round 1 (Arts Council of Ireland)
Offered by The Arts Council / An Chomhairle Ealaíon
Who can apply
Individual professional traditional artists (music, song, dance, storytelling and oral arts), normally resident in the Republic of Ireland. Not open to full-time students. Applying to Round 1 rules you out of Round 2 in the same year.
About this opportunity
A bursary for traditional musicians, singers, dancers and storytellers who want dedicated time to develop their practice. The Arts Council funds research, reflection and new directions in the traditional arts, up to €20,000 per artist. Round 1 of the 2027 award opens on 10 November 2026 and closes at 17:30 on 17 December 2026.
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Frequently asked questions
- When is the deadline for Traditional Arts Bursary Award 2027 – Round 1 (Arts Council of Ireland)?
- The current deadline is December 17, 2026.
- Who offers Traditional Arts Bursary Award 2027 – Round 1 (Arts Council of Ireland)?
- The Arts Council / An Chomhairle Ealaíon runs it, from Ireland, Ireland.
- What funding or support does Traditional Arts Bursary Award 2027 – Round 1 (Arts Council of Ireland) offer?
- Up to €20,000
- Who can apply for Traditional Arts Bursary Award 2027 – Round 1 (Arts Council of Ireland)?
- Individual professional traditional artists (music, song, dance, storytelling and oral arts), normally resident in the Republic of Ireland. Not open to full-time students. Applying to Round 1 rules you out of Round 2 in the same year.
- How do I apply for Traditional Arts Bursary Award 2027 – Round 1 (Arts Council of Ireland)?
- You apply on the funder's own site. The link is on this page: with a free GrantGigs account for deadlines in the next 30 days, or with Pro for later ones. If applications are new to you, our guide on how to apply for music grants walks through the whole process. Read the guide →
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