A range of arts and cultural events has been scheduled across Cavan and Monaghan between 6th and 20th January to help boost mental health and wellbeing through creativity and connection.
Cavan Monaghan Connects in partnership with HSE Cavan Monaghan, and Cavan and Monaghan County Councils have come together to create a schedule of creative events and activities to help us get off to a good start in the new year.
Emer Mulligan, HSE Connecting for Life Cavan Monaghan highlighted that “January can be a difficult time for many after the busyness of the festive season. It’s important that people find ways to recharge their batteries and spend time doing things they enjoy. Attending or taking part in a creative, artistic or cultural event locally is one way that can help while also supporting community connection”.
The schedule of events highlights some of the good things we all enjoy in life. From listening to live music performances, seeing street art in action to joining in a creative workshop or taking an active role in supporting our well-being; it’s all about how we can bring hope and connection into our lives.”
This is an initiative of Cavan Monaghan Connects in partnership with Cavan County Council’s Library Service, Monaghan County Council’s Library Service, Creative Cavan, Creative Monaghan, HSE Connecting for Life Cavan Monaghan and HSE Cavan Monaghan Mental Health Service Recovery College.
Sharon Howe, Creative Cavan Co-ordinator is very pleased to be involved in this partnership initiative and highlighted “the power of the arts and the importance of social engagement and creativity on health and wellbeing”.
Audrey Wilson, Creative Communities Monaghan Engagement Officer indicated that “the schedule has something for everyone to help them though the dark days of January, with the Festival culminating in a special Light Show at Monaghan Peace Campus on 19th January from 5 pm”.
A special thanks to all the organisations, groups and individuals who are contributing to this Winter Wellness initiative across Cavan and Monaghan.
Full Schedule for Winter Wellness Cavan Monaghan January 2026

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