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September 2026 – Issue No. 560

Culture Night a national annual event to celebrate our creative side takes place this year on Friday September 18th. So far there are six events planned for Maynooth. Also being September many of us turn to getting more exercise and are not sure what we should do. National Walking Day 2026 will take place on Sunday the 27th September. It is the culmination of a week long series of days where a focus is put on various aspects of walking.

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Editor’s Foreword

Culture Night a national annual event to celebrate our creative side takes place this year on Friday September 18th. So far there are six events planned for Maynooth. This list will be regularly updated and you can find details by logging into the following link https://linq.comgpaest1 

In September each year Maynooth welcomes many new residents who begin their university life at Maynooth University. With the numbers of people seeking accommodation, there is never enough rental places available to cater for everyone needing it and this has an impact for students.

It means that many more students travel to Maynooth everyday by public transport and private cars. Parking spaces are equally at a premium here, so where public transport is an option, it is best to use these services. We wish every student starting or returning to Maynooth University our best wishes for your studies. Keep safe and remember that Maynooth is also home to people who are not students.

 

Image courtesy Get Ireland Walking see https://getirelandwalking.ie/nwd-2026

 

Being September many of us turn to getting more exercise and are not sure what we should do. National Walking Day 2026 will take place on Sunday the 27th September. It is the culmination of a week long series of days where a focus is put on various aspects of walking.

Monday 21st September – “Mindful Walking Day”  has a focus on the health benefits of walking

Tuesday 22nd September – “Equality, Diversity and Inclusivity Day” which highlights cultural diversity and ability issues.

Wednesday 23rd September – “ Workplace Walking Day” which   encourages employers, schools and youth services to support walking breaks during the day.

Thursday 24th September – “Active Travel Day” which promotes walking as a healthy and sustainable travel alternative.

Friday 25th September – “Access for All day” encouraging  participation from people with disabilities, mobility challenges and   inclusive community groups.

Saturday 26th September – “ Happy Hiking Day” – which encourages us to get involved in hiking.

Sunday 27th September – “National Walking Day” – aiming to get everyone out for a walk.

There are several safe walking routes around our town so let’s get out. Maynooth events can be highlighted locally and be registered on https://getirelandwalking.ie/hwd-2026

Paul Croghan

Editor