Explore the rich variety of life in Ireland this May with a host of wonderful events and activities for the whole family.
2026 brings the 14th annual Biodiversity Photographer of the Year competition, Scavenger Hunts for school and at home, and free events every day on all things wildlife in Ireland! Events will be both in person and virtual, so everyone can take part.
Free daily events taking place across Ireland and online! New events added
Our competition has a focus on ethical wildlife photography and is free to enter.
Download our free Scavenger Hunt sheets for school or use at home.
Explore our favourite events, chosen by the staff at the IEN!
This event is delivered as part of BioFest, a two day festival of biodiversity in West Cork. Hazel Hurley will capture the broad conversation about Nature Restoration, community action and...
Join the IPCC to explore Lodge Bog and all the species that call it home. Lodge bog is a raised bog that has been restored and conserved for biodiversity. Meet...
Come to south Dublin's only saltmarsh wetland. A Special Protection Area for birds and a protected ecosystem. Join Shane Kerr from BirdWatch Ireland for a guided walk and talk about...
Photo credits – Banner image: Karol Waszkiewicz
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National Biodiversity Week is organised by the Irish Environmental Network (IEN), with thanks to funding from the National Parks and Wildlife Service (NPWS). Events are run by IEN member groups, as well as by Biodiversity Officers and other local groups.
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