Féile na Laoch pictures and report: All-night Ó Riada event in Cork hears rallying calls for Gaza
The early evening scene in Cúil Aodha, Co Cork, for Féile na Laoch 2025, the 'Festival of Heroes' to mark Seán Ó Riada's birthday. Picture: David Creedon
“Art is a weapon in the hand of the artist, and we must fight against oppression,” sculptor John Behan told those gathered in a field in Cúil Aodha, Co Cork, for Féile na Laoch on Thursday night.
Onto the stage during the all-night Aeraíocht came a string of artists from every discipline, armed with their words, songs, dance, and music; ready and willing to use them in battle against injustice.
