Dublin by Dusk logoA new citywide initiative bringing together arts and culture, experiences, hospitality and shopping on the last Thursday of each month.

Over 40 venues, attractions and businesses took part in the first Dublin By Dusk on Thursday 28th May.

Explore some of the highlights below while we prepare the full listings for
Thursday 25th June

June Listings Coming Soon

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Arts & Culture Highlights

Dublin By Dusk – Visit the Reading Room

Explore one of Ireland’s great literary spaces, usually reserved for researchers with an NLI Reader’s Ticket.

NLI.IE

Dublin By Dusk – Live Aid Exhibition

Enjoy a visit to the Live Aid Exhibition at the NPA, open from 5:00pm to 8:30pm (last admission at 8:15pm). Located in Temple Bar, the exhibition will feature iconic 80s music from the Live Aid concerts in Wembley and Philadelphia, creating a truly immersive listening experience.

NLI.IE

William Blake Exhibition at National Gallery of Ireland

William Blake, a visionary artist and poet, was a defining force in Romanticism. His imaginative and unconventional works continue to inspire today...

NATIONALGALLERY.IE

Late Evening Discovery Tours at the Museum

Tours will discuss the stories of discovery of some of Ireland’s most famous objects, such as the Coggalbeg Lunula, Broighter Hoard and the ‘Tara' Brooch and some of the less well-known gems, such as the mysterious Corleck Head

MUSEUM.IE

Photobook Launch: Acts of Defiance by Rose Comiskey

As part of Dublin by Dusk, join us at Photo Museum Ireland for the launch of Acts of Defiance by photographer Rose Comiskey...

PHOTOMUSEUMIRELAND.IE

Late Evening Tours at Collins Barracks

Join our guide Tóla Collier for a special late evening tour of the ‘Changing Ireland’ galleries, focusing on highlights from the exhibition – the everyday and extraordinary objects which reveal stories of the transformation of Ireland over the past 150 years.

MUSEUM.IE

Curator Gallery Talk – A New Form of Beauty

Join curator Garry O’Neill at Collins Barracks for a special tour of his exhibition ‘A New Form of Beauty’, a captivating exhibition of archival photographs collected over two decades documenting Dublin’s rich and diverse decades of youth culture, viewed through a prism of its street styles and subcultures, both retro and progressive.

MUSEUM.IE

Kathy Prendergast exhibition walk through with Dr Yvonne Scott

Join Dr Yvonne Scott for a chill walk through Kathy Prendergast’s latest exhibition and discover some cool art insights

KERLINGALLERY.COM

Screening of ‘North Circular’ with live cello overture

IMMA's first Dublin by Dusk event will take you on a musical trip through the North inner city with the screening of 'North Circular' with live cello overture. Join us for this visual feast!...

IMMA.IE

Gavin Doyle – Solo show

May 28th 6-8pm. Gavin Doyle is a self-taught artist from Bray who uses old canvases, boards and frames to create atmospheric pieces...

THEDOORWAYGALLERY.COM

Eamon Colman – Artist Talk and Exhibition Launch

Join us for the launch of Curated by Rain, an exhibition of new work by celebrated artist Eamon Colman

SOLOMONFINEART.IE

Curator’s Tour – Douglas Hyde Gallery

Join us for a Curator's Tour of our current exhibitions EX/IT: LIFT by artist Abbas Zahedi, and The Artist's Eye: Bushra Mustafa Dunne at The Douglas Hyde.

THEDOUGLASHYDE.IE

Experiences Highlights

Pottery Painting Evenings

Pottery painting session is a relaxed, social experience where you can decorate your own ceramic piece while enjoying your favourite drinks. No experience is needed, and all materials are provided. It’s a fun way to unwind with friends and get creative. All the pieces are fired to be made food safe and collected after 2-6 weeks...

DUBLINPOTTERY.COM

Book of Kells Experience Late Nights

The Book of Kells is an illuminated manuscript created in 800AD, containing the four Gospels of the New Testament. Located in the Old Library in Trinity as part of the Book of Kells Experience...

VISITTRINITY.IE

Art Bar at Pawn Shop

Unleash your creativity while enjoying a drink at our vibrant venue right in the middle of Dublin. No experience necessary! Our studio specializes in Neon Painting, a UV paint event held every weekend...

DUBLINARTBAR.COM

Backstage Studio Tours

What makes Windmill Lane Recording Studios such an inspirational and unique place to tour is that you get to explore the same studios the best musicians in the world experience...

WINDMILLLANERECORDING.COM

Darkland

Listen to the macabre, gruesome and obscure tales from Ireland’s darkest myths and legends, performed by one of our talented Storytellers in the unique atmosphere of the National Leprechaun Museum.

LEPRECHAUNMUSEUM.IE

Wearable Collage

Wearable Collage is a hands-on workshop where you’re invited to transform clothing through collage . Layering, cutting, and reimagining garments in a relaxed, social setting...

Visit Site

Dublin Sunset Cruises

In conjunction with Dublin By Dusk a new summer experience is about to launch on the waters of Ireland’s capital...

DUBLINBAYCRUISES.COM

Ghostbus Tour

The Ghostbus Tour is a spooky, theatrical ride through the city, blending comedy with chilling local legends. Led by live storytellers, it stops at haunted sites for an eerie and entertaining night out.

GHOSTBUS.IE

Bolands Mills Sauna Experience

Embark on a transformative journey of relaxation and rejuvenation at our premier shared sauna facility, located in the heart of Dublin's Grand Canal Dock...

THEHOTBOXSAUNA.IE

Candlelight Dreams

Step into a world where the surreal meets the sublime. After Dark Fridays transforms Dream Point, Ireland's premier immersive playground, into an adults-only sanctuary of sound, light, and wonder...

DREAMPOINTEXPERIENCE.IE

Dublinia after Dark – Exploring Viking and Medieval Dublin

Dublinia will be open from 5pm to 9pm, inviting visitors to step back in time and experience life in Viking and Medieval Dublin. Explore the museum after hours with engaging guided tours and Living Historians who bring the city’s fascinating past vividly to life...

DUBLINIA.IE

Story Telling Trail

15% DUBLIN BY DUSK DISCOUNT DBYD15 . Join us for 3 hours of mythology, fairies, and the stories of Dublin’s fair city in the places they should be heard, the pub....

FLAVOURTRAILS.IE

The Cocktail Experience

Discover the art of cocktail creation amidst the historic ambiance of our Pearse Lyons Distillery in Dublin 8. Join our engaging cocktail making class where you'll delve into the heritage of Irish Whiskey while mastering the craft of mixing...

PEARSELYONSDISTILLERY.COM

JANDO Print Workshops

Step into the world of printmaking with our Screen Printing Workshops. In these 2 hour sessions, you will learn the traditional craft of screen printing in a relaxed, hands-on environment in our working studio in The Chocolate Factory, Dublin 1...

JANDODESIGN.COM

Crafted Encounters: Traditional Korean Cloth Gift Wrapping Workshop (Bojagi)

As part of the Dublin by Dusk initative, discover bojagi, a traditional Korean wrapping cloth reimagined for modern, sustainable living

MUSEUM.IE

LUSH Bath Bomb Workshop

Join us for an evening of crafting your very own bath bombs and bubble bars!

LUSH.COM

Hospitality Highlights

Giovanni @ Wren Urban Nest

Giovanni is a beautiful musician who often busks outside Molly Malone and on Grafton Street. Every Thursday evening he plays in Wren Urban Nest. Join us for lovely food and drinks and music...

WRENHOTEL.IE

REVOLVE ft. Lifts, Dog Bless & Sprints DJ Set

On May 28th, Dublin's best late night gig, REVOLVE, is back with another epic lineup. Catch local risers Lifts, Dog Bless plus an exclusive DJ set from the incredible Sprints...

THEGRANDSOCIAL.IE

Dublin by Dusk Special Menu at 1900 Restaurant

1900 Restaurant will offer a special Dublin by Dusk menu from 5pm-8pm...

1900.IE

Griffith Rooms Discount – Dublin by Dusk 15% Off

Use the codes 'DUBDUSKJUL' or 'DUBDUSKAUG' for 15% Off. We're delighted to partner with Failte Ireland, Dublin City Council, Dublin.ie and more to offer you 15% off a one-night stay on the last Thursday of either July or August.

GRIFFITHROOMS.IE

The Playground Happy Hour

Expect classic games, movie-night vibes, popcorn, snacks, drinks, and plenty of space to chill and connect with the community.

THEPLAYGROUND.IE

Cocktail event at WXYZ

Enjoy a Thursday night cocktail in Aloft Dublin City WXYZ Bar....

MARRIOTT.COM

A Glass of Chianti and Carbonara

Celebrate Dublin by Dusk with Carbonara and a glass of Chianti at Aperitivo Cicchetti....

APERITIVO.IE

Shopping Highlights

Get Charmed @ Dylan Oaks

From 6pm to 8pm in store, buy one of our charm necklaces & a charm, you get another charm FREE...

INSTAGRAM.COM

Vinyl & Vintage on Fade Street

Enjoy a late night shopping experience with special discounts on the night, and some funky house music on Vinyl on Fade Street...

INSTAGRAM.COM

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