Number of events in Leitrim to celebrate Science Week 2026

Events are planned across Leitrim next week as part of Science Week 2026. Ripple Effect: Leitrim and Roscommon Science Festival will bring river labs, science cafés, guided walks, performances, and community events to audiences across the area. This year's theme, 'Water: From Molecule to Ocean', invites people to explore water at every scale, from an essential building block of life to a powerful force shaping our planet. The festival will run from November 8 to 15 in Leitrim and Roscommon as part of Science Week, with events for people of all ages. Local events include Digging a little Deeper at The Organic Centre, Rossinver on Tuesday, November 10 at 10:30am, while Changing Tides is being held at The Island Theatre, Ballinamore on Tuesday, November 10 at 8pm. Other events include Science Afloat, Moon River in Carrick on Shannon on Saturday, November 14 at 11am and Little Ripples at Canon Donohoe Hall, Mohill on Saturday, November 14 at 11am. From Water to Whiskey – The Science Behind the Spirit will be held at The Shed Distillery, Drumshanbo on Saturday, November 14 at 5pm, while, the Leitrim Roscommon Science Week Family Day will be held at Drumhierny Woodland Hideaway, Leitrim Village on Sunday, November 15 at 12pm. Minister for Further and Higher Education, Research, Innovation and Science, James Lawless TD, said Science Week has become a much-loved part of the national calendar, giving people of all ages the opportunity to be curious, ask questions and dive into the science behind the world around us. Dr Diarmuid O'Brien, CEO of Research Ireland, said each year, the inspiring events put on across the country bring science to the public in a way that relates to their lives. 'This year's theme Water - From Molecule to Ocean' - is one everyone can relate to. It encourages us to take a closer look at how water has shaped our planet and our lives, and at our relationship with this vital resource. 'Science Week wouldn't be possible without the incredible local organisers and volunteers that give their time each year to share their passion for science and make it accessible to everyone, so I want to share my sincere gratitude for their efforts,' said Dr O'Brien. For more information, visit scienceweek.ie. Follow along on social media using #scienceweek.