The Culture Guide: Our experts recommend music, films, books and more for 2026

From live music to comedy gigs, tv series' and new books from our favourite authors, here’s what our culture writers are looking forward to in the year ahead
The Culture Guide: Our experts recommend music, films, books and more for 2026

An Evening with Imelda May, Cork Opera House, Feb 3 & 13, Picture: Eddie O'Hare

Sat, 10 Jan, 2026 - 01:00

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