International Women’s Day Lunch 2026
One Extraordinary Afternoon To Create Generations Of Impact
The Shelbourne
6th March, 2026
12pm
An Afternoon Of Inspiration
This International Women’s Day, An Cosán invites you to be part of Dublin’s most meaningful celebration – an afternoon where luxury meets legacy, and every moment sparkles with purpose. On Friday March 6th, 2026, The Shelbourne Hotel will host our annual International Women’s Day lunch, bringing together Ireland’s most inspiring women for an unforgettable celebration of empowerment and transformation.
We’re thrilled to announce that the incomparable Miriam O’Callaghan will once again host our celebration, bringing her signature wit and warmth to this extraordinary afternoon.
Event hosted by
Miriam O’Callaghan
Drinks Reception
& Gourmet Lunch
Exciting Raffle
Prizes
A Legacy Of Change
Since 1986, An Cosán has been at the forefront of transformative education in Ireland, empowering over 21,000 women to reshape their futures. Our approach recognizes that education alone isn’t enough – true transformation requires comprehensive support. Every woman who walks through our doors finds not just a classroom, but a complete support system – from childcare to counselling, technology access to financial support. This nurturing environment allows both women and their children to flourish, creating lasting change that ripples through generations.
Book Your Table or Seat
Reserve your place at Dublin’s most meaningful International Women’s Day celebration:
Individual Tickets: €150
Table of 10: €1500
(Perfect for corporate teams or groups of friends)
Event Details:
- Date: March 6th, 2026
- Venue: The Shelbourne Hotel, Dublin
- Time: Reception from 12pm
- Corporate Partnership Opportunities
Corporate Sponsorship
For organisations looking to make a broader impact, we offer several partnership opportunities.
Each partnership package includes unique benefits and recognition opportunities.
Your support enables women across Ireland to access transformative education and vital support services – from childcare to counselling, technology access to financial support. This comprehensive approach has already empowered over 21,000 women to reshape their families’ futures.
Title Sponsor
€10,000
Benefits:
- Event Branding: Exclusive “Presented by” across event materials.
- Logo Placement: Premium logo placement on:
- Room Display
- Invitations and table cards
- Website and social media posts
- Speaking Opportunity: 5-minute speaking slot at the event.
- Table Allocation: Two premium tables (20 seats total) at the event.
- Media Exposure:
- Inclusion in press releases and media outreach.
- Featured in post-event thank-you email to attendees.
Sponsor
€5,000
Benefits:
- Logo Placement: Featured logo placement on:
- Room Display
- Website and social media posts
- Table Allocation: One table (10 seats) at the event.
- Recognition:
- Mention on table card
- Verbal acknowledgement during event.
Add-Ons for Sponsors
- Photography Sponsorship (€3,000): Branding on all event photos shared post-event.
- Spot Prize Sponsorship (€1,500):
- Program Ad Sponsorship (€500 – €2,000): Full-page or half-page advertisement on table card
- Donation of a Raffle Prize
Become A Sponsor
Our team would love to chat with you about becoming a corporate sponsor. If you have any queries, or would like to discuss other ways you can support An Cosán, please email Mark Kelly at comms@ancosan.ie
An Cosán’s holistic, learner-centered approach puts you, the learner, at the heart of all we do. We provide ‘a place of hearth and home’ and know that our learners’ basic needs must be met before they can excel in their studies
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