The town of Drogheda will be turned into an open-air gallery for the October Bank Holiday weekend as the Lú Festival of Light gets under way.
The celebration of ancient mythology is inspired by the myths and legends of Ireland.
Organisers said that powerful stories from Cú Chulainn and Ferdia, The Morrígan and Queen Maeve will be brought to life as part of the festival.
Drogheda's most iconic landmarks, St Peter's Church, The Abbey and St Laurence's Gate, will serve as the canvas for dramatic light displays and performances.
There will be four shows taking place every hour from 7pm - 9.30pm from today until Monday.
Lú Festival of Light will also incorporate a "Spooks parade" on its opening night tonight.
Organisers have encouraged audiences to dress up for the ceremony on West Street to "celebrate light, legend and local pride".
Mayor of Drogheda Cllr Michelle Hall said that the town "will once again shine as the heart of Ireland's storytelling tradition" and invited locals and visitors to attend.
The festival is now in its fourth year.
Louth County Council CEO David Conway said that every year, it has brought thousands of visitors to the town, "energising our local economy, supporting businesses and showcasing the town as a vibrant cultural destination".
Love Drogheda Business Improvement District is a key driver of the festival.
Trevor Connolly of Love Drogheda said that the town was proud to be home to Ireland's best urban animation festival.
