News and Events

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CCAC was founded in 2012 by a group of volunteers who envisioned a supportive network of artists in the West Cork area and a friendly environment in which for them to work, meet and exhibit. By 2024 CCAC had become an important creative hub with monthly exhibitions by artists from all over Ireland. In February 2026, having been on notice for 14 months, CCAC lost its long term premises in Asna Square. Now, as of late May 2026 the Arts Centre will be located at No. 8 Kent St, (opposite the Clonakilty library), as part of an inaugural Meanwhile Use scheme conceived and implemented by Cork County Council. CCAC will use the temporary placement (6-12 months) to address the urgent need for community infrastructure in the town, and to showcase how successful a permanent arts centre could be on Kent St, in the heart of Clonakilty.

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Exhibitions

CCAC is planning a series of Art Trails in June and July 2026, to coincide with the Clonakilty Street Carnival and Old Time Fair respectively. Works from the permanent collection are also currently on view at the Green Dot Cafe.

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Workshops & Events

Upcoming in July 2026 will be a series of seminars, interactive workshops and events, including Urban Photography, hosted by Iris Munkki, an Urban Painting event and a seminar on the New Italian Masters, by James Waller. Details coming soon…

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Meet the Artists

Throughout June and July 2026 CCAC will be holding a series of events in which you can meet local artists, and get yourself creating. More details coming soon…

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