Night Time Economy

Night Time Economy Longford

The Night Time Economy refers to the diverse, social, cultural and economic activities occurring during specified evening and nighttime hours. It balances the needs of the inter-related communities that co-exist to bring it to life and create a special sense of shared space. A vibrant night-time economy thrives, from 6pm onward with a variety of activities that cater to all ages at varying stages of the evening and night-time hours, supported by effective transport and a compact public sphere.

The Department of Tourism, Culture, Arts, Gaeltacht, Sport and Media established a multi-agency taskforce that developed the Night Time Economy Taskforce Report. The report aims to create a diverse and dynamic nighttime economy, to address challenges with licensing, planning, safety, transport, regulations, and diversifying night-time spaces.

A key recommendation was the establishment of Night-Time Economy pilot programmes with the appointment of night-time economy advisors. Longford's Night-Time Economy Advisor was appointed in 2024.

Night Time Economy Action Plan 2024-2025

The Night Time Economy Action Plan 2024-2025 for Longford Town aims to enhance and enrich the cultural, economic and social vibrancy of Longford Town after dark. 

The development of the action plan has been informed by research through dedicated business and public surveys, meetings and workshops with key stakeholders, the formation of a night-time economy cross-departmental working group within Longford County Council and regular engagement with a dedicated night-time economy stakeholder forum.

Read this Action Plan 2024-2025.

Contact Us

Email Night Time Economy Advisor Karen Reilly on kreilly@longfordcoco.ie.