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FIAT IRELAND CONTINUES SPONSORSHIP OF DALKEY BOOK FESTIVAL 2026

  • Writer: Gowan Auto PR
    Gowan Auto PR
  • 15 hours ago
  • 2 min read
Photographed left to right: David McWilliams, Co-founder of Dalkey Book Festival and Ciaran Cusack, Communications and Brands Manager, Fiat Ireland.
Photographed left to right: David McWilliams, Co-founder of Dalkey Book Festival and Ciaran Cusack, Communications and Brands Manager, Fiat Ireland.

Fiat Ireland is proud to continue its partnership with Dalkey Book Festival for 2026, supporting one of Ireland's most celebrated cultural events.  The festival kicks off on Thursday June 18th and runs up to Sunday 21st. As official vehicle partner, Fiat will provide five brand-new Grande Pandas to transport guests and speakers throughout the weekend, along with a Fiat Professional van supporting the festival's logistical requirements.


The Fiat Grande Panda, available from €22,995, is the latest addition to the Fiat range. Combining bold Italian styling with innovative design, it has already earned international recognition, winning the 2026 AUTOBEST CONQUEST Award for Design and the prestigious Red Dot Award in 2025. Its emphasis on creativity and originality makes it a fitting partner for a festival that celebrates great ideas, storytelling and cultural exchange.

John Saunders, Managing Director at Fiat Ireland said “Fiat is delighted to continue its partnership with Dalkey Book Festival this year. The festival brings an incredible mix of literature, ideas, politics and world affairs, attracting world class speakers and audiences to one of the most picturesque corners of Ireland. The creativity, innovation and magnificent atmosphere found at the festival makes this partnership a perfect fit for the Fiat brand”.


Founded by Sian Smyth and David McWillaims, the festival is now celebrating its 16th  year with the inclusion of a new location on the grounds of Loreto Abbey. The festival celebrates literary talent while also showcasing the unique charm and heritage of Dalkey, with the natural beauty of the seaside town providing a striking setting for the event. This year’s festival will have more than 100 speakers across 90 events including leading figures such as Roddy Doyle, Neil Jordan and Salman Rushdie, who memorably described the Dalkey Book Festival “the best little festival in the world”.


David McWilliams said “Dalkey Book Festival has always celebrated creativity, originality and fresh thinking, values that are reflected in the partners we work with. We are delighted to continue our relationship with Fiat Ireland and to welcome the new Fiat Grande Panda to this year's event. As we celebrate our twentieth anniversary, it is fitting to partner with a brand that combines distinctive design, innovation and personality.”.


With an incredible line-up and location, this year’s festival continues to deliver outstanding talent and an event not to be missed. To see the full list of speakers and events at this year’s Dalkey book festival visit www.dalkeybookfestival.org 



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For more information please contact:

 

Ciaran Cusack, Communications and Brand Manager, Fiat Ireland

 

Orla Flynn, Senior Marketing Executive, Fiat Ireland


 
 
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