Our comedy hero is back on the road with a brand new epic standup show. Join one of Ireland's favourite comics as he takes on life's absurdities in his own inimitable way. A celebration of the altogether too frequent weaknesses that make us human. Don't miss the hilarious Achilles Neil*. *Does not contain any actual Greek mythology.

In June 1989 Sharon was rehearsing and demoing tracks for her first album, when she was whisked away to the Glastonbury festival with The Waterboys. In the 30+ years that have elapsed since then, Sharon has recorded 10 studio albums, 5 live albums, 4 ‘Best of…’ compilations and 3 live concert DVDs. She has received many awards including being the youngest ever recipient of the Meteor Lifetime Achievement Awards in 2009. She has collaborated, recorded and toured with everyone from Willie Nelson, Bono, Johnny Depp, Shane MacGowan and John Prine, to Nigel Kennedy and the RTÉ Concert Orc

Brace yourself for a whirlwind of hilarious quests, epic revenge plots, and untamed Viking valor! Fresh off the longships from Denmark, these masterful comedians will craft a fully improvised Viking saga right before your eyes— guaranteed to leave you laughing until you can't breathe. Whether you're a die-hard fan of Norse mythology or simply seeking a one-of-a-kind night of entertainment, this epic show is not to be missed. So, gather your clan and join us for a riotous evening of spontaneous Viking adventures and non-stop laughter. Monsters, gods and legends await — Valhalla has n

In a modern twist on a beloved Irish pastime, raconteur and international story expert Mary Kate O Flanagan makes a case for the profound impact storytelling has on our lives, while sharing some of the true-life stories that made her a GrandSlam Champion Storyteller on two continents and a TikTok sensation! In this captivating show, Mary Kate takes the audience on a journey through true, personal stories from her life that are as entertaining as they are insightful. The show will pull you in with its raw authenticity, leaving you hooked from beginning to end. But it's not just about the sto

Set in a Dublin tenement, Sean O Casey’s The Shadow of a Gunman takes place over a single day during the Irish War of Independence. Aspiring poet Donal Davoren is rumoured to be a gunman on the run, making him the focus of much admiration and curiosity. As riots unfold on the streets outside, his fellow residents drift in and out of the room he shares with peddler Seamus Shields, gossiping, seeking advice and bringing to life the political and everyday concerns of the time. As the reality of war moves closer to their front door, however, patriotism is challenged and courage tested whil

Join TU Dublin for their Spring CAO Open Days on all 5 TU Dublin campuses starting from Saturday, 29 March 2025. Experience all TU Dublin has to offer. Online registration is required so please register for your preferred event. Upcoming Spring Open Days Aungier Street Event Details Saturday, 29 March 2025 10:00 - 12:30 (GMT) Aungier Street Campus Tallaght Event Details Tuesday, 01 April 2025 17:30 - 19:30 (GMT) Tallaght Campus Blanchardstown Event Details Thursday, 03 April 2025 17:30 - 19:30 (GMT) Blanchardstown Campus Grangegorman Event Details Saturday, 05 Ap

An annual festival of new music for curious minds! 25+ live performances in the National Concert Hall and across Dublin 2nd-6th April 2025. New Music Dublin is Ireland’s foremost contemporary music festival, taking place in Spring each year within the National Concert Hall and other venues throughout Dublin. It is a true partnership project, as whilst the festival is programmed and managed by New Music Dublin CLG, it only exists through very significant support from partner organisations including the Arts Council, the National Concert Hall, RTÉ, Culture Ireland, the Contemporary Music C

The Five Lamps Arts Festival, located in the heart of the community in Dublin’s North East Inner City, was founded in 2007 by Roisin Lonergan, a former teacher from Marino College. Since its first edition, the Festival has grown to become a center for the creation and presentation of locally relevant, artistically ambitious works and is a highly regarded and much-loved part of the community. The 5 Lamps team are hard at work crafting an exciting, inclusive, and accessible programme for this year’s Five Lamps Arts Festival. While l all the details can't be revealed just yet, they’re

The Ark presents a tale for ages 8+ about magic, music, and hair by Wayne Jordan & Tom Lane. Following its hugely successful run in 2019, The Ark is proud to present The Haircut. In an Ireland just like ours, well almost, The Haircut is a fresh take on the old Irish fairytale of Labhraidh Loingseach,remixed and retold for ages 8 + accompanied by a vibrant and exciting live score. The King has a secret. He wears his hair long. Once a year he cuts it, on the same night, in the same place, in the same style - but never by the same barber! The Haircut is a musical tale about sec

This year, the selection of the best Italian films from the N.I.C.E. Italian Film Festival Ireland is coming to four Irish cities: Dublin, Cork, Galway and Limerick, and is aiming to gain even more acclaim. The Dublin events take place from April 3-6. Ten films have been selected, for a total of 22 screenings, which aim to satisfy all the tastes of our audience: from new fans of Italian culture to those who already crowd the numerous events of the Institute’s “Lunedì al Cinema”. Inaugural events with guest actors and receptions will welcome our large audience! Together we will

Art Evolve is a brand-new contemporary art fair set to make its debut in Dublin. The inaugural Art Evolve fair will bring together the nation’s leading contemporary galleries and artists for a dynamic, immersive experience celebrating cutting-edge creativity and artistic expression. Taking place in the RDS, the fair will serve as a platform for the best of Ireland’s contemporary galleries and artists to present their work to collectors, art enthusiasts, and industry professionals from Ireland and beyond.

A riveting comedy drama delving into the relationship between two sisters, Bridget and Frances, who meet for the first time after their Mother’s death. Eternally at odds, they bicker as only sisters can over everything from the wine to the will! Exploring the fallout of being left behind, loves and losses are examined and re-examined with acerbic wit and delicious put downs. Can Bridget and Frances’ searching need for sisterly support help to mend their broken relationships, not only with each other but with their loved ones, before it’s too late?

Walk in the footsteps of the 1916 leaders as they went to their deaths in Kilmainham Gaol following a cursory court-martial at Richmond Barracks. Along the way you will hear of local poets and poetry. Learn about the police and military riot on Emmet Road during the 1913 lock-out and how six young lads from Inchicore fought for democracy in the Spanish Civil War. You will hear of the malevolent doings of the Sham Squire and how ‘Carey told on Skin the Goat’. The tour concludes at Ronan Gillespie’s evocative sculpture commemorating those executed in Stonebreakers yard. “Fergus�

As he approaches old age, King Lear (Conleth Hill) looks to divide his kingdom and power between his three daughters, Goneril, Regan and Cordelia. Through feigned praise and affection, Goneril and Regan, receive their inheritance. Cordelia, the youngest who loves Lear deeply, refuses to flatter her father however and is disinherited and banished. When Goneril and Regan turn him away from their door, Lear begins a journey into madness, wandering homeless and destitute with his devoted companion, the Fool. With this new production starring Conleth Hill and directed by Roxana Silbert, Shake

One Dublin One Book is a Dublin City Council initiative, led by Dublin City Libraries, which encourages everyone to read a book connected with the capital city during the month of April every year. This year, the 20th anniversary of the One Dublin One Book initiative, Dublin City Council have announced that a new anthology of fiction, poetry, essays and memoir pieces collated in celebration of the city, as the One Dublin One Book choice for 2025. Dublin, written in our hearts features work from: Kevin Barry, Estelle Birdy, Niamh Campbell, Kevin Curran, Roddy Doyle, Anne Enright, FELIS

The New York Times calls it "The best musical of this century". The Washington Post says, "It is the kind of evening that restores your faith in musicals". And Entertainment Weekly raves, "Grade A: the funniest musical of all time.” It’s The Book of Mormon, the nine-time Tony Award and four-time Olivier winning Best Musical. This outrageous musical comedy from creators of South Park, Trey Parker and Matt Stone, and Bobby Lopez co-writer of Avenue Q and Frozen, follows the misadventures of a mismatched pair of missionaries, sent on a mission to a place that’s about as far from Salt Lak

Toots: “We were happy then. Why can’t we be happy now? Desmond: “Because you’re growing up my dear, you’re growing up.” A group of young Dubliners work and play hard, flirt wildly, fall in love, and trade devastatingly witty insults. These characters at the heart of in Mary Manning’s coming-of-age satire Youth’s The Season -? feel startlingly contemporary. First performed in 1931, this play explores life for privileged young Irish people between the two world wars. Mary Manning’s plays were extremely popular with audiences of their time and 2025 will offer the opportu

The Irish Potato Famine was the most catastrophic event in Ireland's turbulent history. It is also regarded as being one of the worst Famines in history (deaths as a proportion to population). The use of the word 'Famine' in this context is controversial, for Ireland at the time was part of the richest Empire in the World (the British Empire). There was sufficient food in the country throughout the 'Famine' years, yet over a million people died from starvation and disease, and millions more were forced to flee. This Exhibition tells the story of what happened during those horrific years. W

DCU are excited to welcome you to their Spring Open Day on Sunday April 5th 2025  as follows: • Glasnevin Campus (10am until 2.30pm) • St Patrick's Campus (10am until 2.30pm) There will be Course Talks on over 80 Undergraduate degrees, a host of Support Talks, lots of Campus Tours and some new University Taster Sessions. Taster Lectures / Placement Sessions Course Talks Support Talks Campus Tours Faculty Tours (Glasnevin Campus only) Complimentary Intercampus Bus - A complimentary bus will run between the DCU Glasnevin and DCU St Patrick’s Campuses on th

Start the weekend with Qigong and unwind through gentle physical and breathing exercises. Perfect for beginners and experienced practitioners, this traditional Chinese wellbeing activity helps reduce stress and improves balance. Qigong is a traditional Chinese form of meditation coordinating slow flowing movement, deep rhythmic breathing and a calm state of mind. Join us for a gentle outdoors practice in the Dubn Linn Garden (weather permitting) or indoors with a view of the Chester Beatty’s roof garden. FREE, no booking required.

Jason Donovan’s Doin' Fine 25 Tour is a spectacular celebration of his remarkable career in music, theatre, film and TV. This exciting tour will take fans on a journey through 35 years of hits on stage and screen via Jason’s energetic and unique live performance style.

The Richmond Barracks Spring Fair is on this weekend - Saturday 5 and Sunday 6 April from 11 am to 5 pm. Our fairs are family friendly, with entertainment and free creative activities for all ages. There will be stalls, workshops, walking tours, entertainment, food and drink and more to enjoy. See all the details including free creative workshops, vendors, entertainment, and food and drink offerings at richmondbarracks.ie Admission to the Fair is free. Richmond Barracks is in Inchicore, Dublin 8. It is near the Goldenbridge Luas Stop and on Dublin Bus Routes 13, G1, G2 and 123. A D

Join award-winning Cuore Chamber Choir and conductor Amy Ryan to celebrate their 10th Anniversary! Including choir and audience favourites from our first ten years, and the world premiere of our anniversary commission from an emerging international composer. We'll also be inviting alumni back to sing one piece with us. There will be no interval and the concert will last about 75 minutes.

Paddy’s long-awaited return to stand-up will now see him perform 44 dates across the UK and now Ireland in 2024 and 2025. He'll bring the tour to a close at Dublin’s 3Olympia Theatre on Saturday 5th April 2025. Paddy McGuinness is a much-loved presence on British TV, from his legendary acting roles in Phoenix Nights, Max and Paddy and The Keith and Paddy Picture Show to presenting primetime TV shows such as Take Me Out and BBC's Top Gear, as well as having sold out hundreds of venues across the country on his stand-up tours. In 2021 Paddy released his acclaimed autobiography ‘My Lifey

The Dublin Comic Arts Festival is an ongoing series of quarterly small press comic book events in Dublin. DCAF is a small press comic book event, created to showcase local comic creators and celebrate the spectrum of Irish sequential art. The small press comic scene has been growing in Ireland for years, but Irish comic creators often travel across the globe to find Comic Arts Festivals to exhibit their work. We feel it's time for some Comic Arts Festivals closer to home!

The Windmill Run in Garristown, Co. Dublin on 6 April 2025 is a very popular 5km and 10km event, now in its 13th year. The run will be chipped timed for all entrants. This event also hosts the 2025 Dublin Men’s and Women’s 10K Championships. This event is hosted by the Garristown Flyers AC in conjunction with Garristown Community Council. Cash Prizes awarded for 1st place finishers in 10k and 5k categories, further prizes awarded in both distances. Rules for the Dublin Men’s and Women’s 10k Championship as per the Terms and Conditions of Dublin Road Race Championship

The Dublin Learning City Festival 2025 will take place from Monday to Wednesday, 7th to 9th April, to celebrate and promote learning for everyone with 200 fun, interactive and creative events that are completely free of charge. The Dublin Learning City Festival is open to everyone, and this year there is a focus on Creating meaningful learning communities, Connecting with one another through these communities, and Changing our communities in a positive way through encouraging lifelong learning! The three-day Festival will feature a range of free programmes that showcase both traditional

World Health Day, celebrated on 7 April 2025, will kick off a year-long campaign on maternal and newborn health. The campaign, titled Healthy beginnings, hopeful futures, will urge governments and the health community to ramp up efforts to end preventable maternal and newborn deaths, and to prioritize women’s longer-term health and well-being. WHO and partners will also share useful information to support healthy pregnancies and births, and better postnatal health. Helping every woman and baby survive and thrive This task is critical. Tragically, based on currently published estimates

For reasons currently unknown, rising sea levels have inexplicably affected Ireland and Ireland only, reducing the island to one small indistinct piece of land owned by one remaining Irish civilian. The Last Man in Ireland is a comedic three-hander that explores the cyclical themes of family dysfunction and grief as it uses the lens of millennial angst to delve into the past and present the story of an imagined future. Age suitability:16+ Warnings: Strong Language/Violent Imagery

Winter 1934 and an avalanche stops The Orient Express dead in its tracks. A murder. A train full of suspects. An impossible case. Trapped in the snow with a killer still on-board, can the world’s most famous detective, Hercule Poirot, crack the case before the train reaches its final destination? Starring Michael Maloney (Belfast, Young Victoria, The Crown) as the celebrated Belgian sleuth, Murder on the Orient Express is one of Agatha Christie’s greatest literary achievements, with a final twist that is amongst her very best. Gripping, tense and masterfully cryptic, this brand-new pro

After a sell-out show in Liberty Hall in 2024 where it received rapturous standing ovations, “Dockers” comes to The Ambassador Theatre Dublin. Dockers is a historical musical narrative of Dublin docks, its people, and its places. It is a way of life consigned to history, but full of culture and traditions brought back to life on stage. In a show starring acclaimed singer and musician George Murphy (Rising Sons) and singer and multi-instrumentalist Tara Howley. George plays Jacko Dunne, a Dublin docker, recounting the life of a docker and the Dublin docklands through songs and stories. T

Legendary Cuban singer, guitarist and songwriter Eliades Ochoa performs with his full band for the first time in Dublin. Ochoa is well known and loved worldwide as one of the original members of Buena Vista Social Club, having famously lent his vocals to that album’s iconic opener ‘Chan Chan’. The rugged features, the signature hat, the cowboy boots and the iconic ‘man in black’ image. The songs from the school of life imbued with the sort of hard - earned, country - tinged wisdom that can’t be bought. You don’t have to look or listen too hard to understand why Eliades Ocho

In celebration of his new album ECCE HOMO released on BMG Records on 25th October '24. Friday will perform a long awaited hometown show at Dublin’s Vicar Street on Thursday 10th April. Friday’s first solo show in his hometown since November 2011 is not to be missed. “Gavin has developed into an exceptional singer and he is also a brilliant performer with a deep and fearless understanding of the theatrical side of the rock'n'roll circus”- Niall Stokes, Hot Press On the subject of his return to the live stage Friday remarked, “Performing ‘live’ is probably the place I feel

The PTSB Ideal Home show attracts an average attendance of 26,000+ home interest, high net worth customers who are actively seeking products, services, and inspiration on all things home. There is no better way to make contact with such a large number of serious, high calibre customers than at a highly successful, large-scale exhibition. Hear from influential creatives and leading interior designers in the DFS Interiors Theatre and explore beautifully curated room designs and receive personalised colour consultations in the Dulux Heritage Interior Design Hub. Hear advice & tips from

The acclaimed book, Curepedia, written in 2023 by music journalist Simon Price (Guardian, Quietus), was described as an encyclopaedic biography and homage to The Cure. This ‘live’ Curepedia event features a fascinating interview with and readings by Simon Price and much more. Podcaster and journalist Paul McDermott will pose the questions, before it’s opened up for an audience Q&A. Don’t miss this chance to hear from a bona fide Cure expert. After the talk, Simon brings one of Brighton’s best-loved club nights SPELLBOUND – ‘The Alternative 80s Night’, to the Sugar Cl

After 2 previous SOLD OUT performances, award winning comedian Seán Begley returns to DLR Mill theatre studio with his brand new show ‘But I Digress…!’, a mix of stories, one-liners and eclectic thoughts delivered with his trademark pseudo philosophical silliness. Be sure not to miss the comic described by Today FM’s Dave Moore as “a great man for a joke”, “A huge hit…an amazing evening’s entertainment” according to Independent.ie, with Dublin’s Comedy Crunch referring to him as “A great up and coming Irish comic and a seriously prolific joke writer”.

In 1935 Erwin Schrodinger placed comedian Jason Byrne in a venue with an audience, and closed the doors. Was there a show, or NO SHOW? For those outside without tickets there was simultaneously a show, and NO SHOW. Don't be outside. Get a ticket and watch the master of comic creativity and audience interaction create a show from NO SHOW.  

Aoife Scott is a folk singer-songwriter from Dublin, Ireland. Born into the legendary Black Family, Aoife is steadily rising to the top of the traditional and folk music scene and has long enjoyed success as an established artist in her own right. Fragile and ethereal one minute and strong and vibrant the next, her dynamic and profound vocals explore the emotional depths of her lyrics, leaving the audience entranced. With a deep passion for storytelling, Aoife has continued to establish herself as a prominent figure in the Irish music scene. She has released several critically acclaimed alb

Dublin Coffee Festival is a celebration of the speciality coffee scene in Ireland! Showcasing some of the best in the business from coffee roasters, machine manufacturers, alternative milk companies, and much more. There will be hundreds of free samples available from exhibitors, live competitions (professional and amateur), workshops, informative talks and panels, live DJs and food traders.

The Annual Messiah on the Street returns at 1.00pm, Sunday 13th April on Fishamble Street, Dublin 8. Celebrating the world premiere of Messiah, all are welcome to this on-street performance. Up to 120 singers from Our Lady’s Choral Society and guests will join The Dublin Handelian Orchestra and Heather Sammon – Mezzo Soprano (Soloist) for a performance of excerpts from Handel’s Messiah. Join in for an invigorating lunchtime treat and make sure you wrap up well for this outdoor event!

The annual Great Ireland Run 10k will take place on 13 April 2025 in the Phoenix Park, Dublin. Set in the iconic surroundings of Europe’s largest urban park, runners can take part in a truly inspiring celebration of running, as you make your way through the spectacular natural surroundings of a park filled with rich history and natural beauty. The event is staged, under licence, by Celtic Dublin City Harriers and Athletics Ireland.

Get ready for an electrifying night of live music, stunning visuals, and an unforgettable atmosphere! Featuring: • The Hex • The Swings • Urban Hours • The Tanseys • Joycult • Mollie • Robert Mulligan • Stick N Poke BASED Music Festival is Ireland’s first of its kind—designed to make live music more inclusive and accessible for young artists and fans. This groundbreaking event shines a spotlight on the next generation of indie rock talent, bringing together some of the most exciting emerging artists from across the country. Expect top-tier production, min

Camilla is 36 and she wants a baby. With dark humour and honest vulnerability, BABY delves into baby envy and pretend pregnancies, while journeying into a landscape of fertility clinics and assisted human reproduction. BABY is full of unsolicited advice from strangers. BABY is seeing a pram in the Lidl middle aisle and having an unexpected cry into a discounted microfibre cloth. BABY is all your thirty-something year old friends having babies but none of them are yours.

Following their Off-Broadway debut (2024) where they were selected as a New York Times Critic’s Pick, Malaprop Theatre presents an Irish Tour of their award-winning production, HOTHOUSE. A fast-paced, poignant story of love, loss, and legacy set on an Arctic cruise ship that takes you—the passenger—on a journey to bid farewell to the ice caps. Sail through an intergenerational tale complete with horny songbirds, a mad captain, and wanting to change, but not knowing how.

Step into the fading American Dream in Arthur Miller’s masterpiece Death of a Salesman. This gripping tale pitting a father’s expectations against his sons’ realities is as relevant and as poignant now as it was when it first exploded on the theatre scene in 1949. With star casting to be announced, this Pulitzer Prize-winning play is back in a new production, taking you on an enthralling journey through the final 24 hours of Willy Loman’s life. Don’t miss this powerful exploration of ambition, delusion, and the cost of chasing an elusive ideal in post-war America.

Enya’s new stand up show is a madcap rollercoaster as Enya searches for answers to many things that puzzle her in life. “Is it just my relationship that’s like this?” “Was it just my childhood that was like this?” “Is it just me who experiences these crazy things on holiday!?” And finally where she gets most of her inspiration from, is she the only one who has friends like this, on and offline!?

The Palmyra-Macedon Select Choir is an auditioned group of dedicated musicians in grades 10 through 12, recognized for their advanced musicality and passion for vocal performance. With a history spanning over three decades, the choir has established itself as a cornerstone of the Palmyra-Macedon community, bringing both classical and modern repertoire to life through their impressive talent and commitment. The members of the Palmyra-Macedon Select Choir are more than just talented singers; they are passionate young musicians eager to share their voices with audiences near and far, contribut

Get ready for a whimsical and chaotic Easter celebration at Malahide Castle! Join us for a Mad Hatter’s Tea Party filled with fun, laughter, and unforgettable moments. Fall Down the Rabbit Hole: A Mad Hatter’s Tea Party Adventure Get ready for a whimsical and chaotic Easter celebration at Malahide Castle! Join us for a Mad Hatter’s Tea Party filled with fun, laughter, and unforgettable moments. Here’s what awaits you: -A Mad Hatter’s Welcome: Meet the Mad Hatter himself and other curious characters from Wonderland. -Feasting Frenzy: Enjoy a delicious picnic-style feast w

Public Warning is a four piece indie-rock band from Ashbourne, Co. Meath. Formed in 2015 when lifelong friends Adam O’Dea (Vocals), JP Roche (Guitar), Robbie Szpara (Bass) and Mark Tuite (Tambourine) came together in a bid to impress girls. From humble beginnings playing covers at school talent shows and local events, they soon discovered their own sound and began writing and recording their own original music. As they matured, so did their sound. Adam’s powerful vocals pushing their clever lyricism over JP’s driving guitars, with Robbie and Mark’s tight, decisive rhythm tying it all t

Music Current Festival is an annual contemporary music festival produced by Dublin Sound Lab. The festival offers a showcase of contemporary Irish and new international electronic music in an accessible and friendly environment. As well as the main concert programme, the festival includes workshops, professional development classes, and public panel discussions. 'The highly-specialised new music festival, Music Current, presented what was the new music performance of the year.' Michael Dervan, The Irish Times 'If one wanted to experience the very latest cutting-edge trends in new music,

Irish singer songwriter Padraig Jack released his second album These Shores on 18 October. This is the follow-up to his successful debut Making Sand which was released in 2020, was named RTÉ Album of the Week, and also received a nomination for an RTÉ Folk Award for Best Original Song for the track ‘Making Sand’. These Shores has contributions from family and friends as well as some Irish music legends. Padraig has included a song penned by his dad Barry Ronan, and siblings Cathal and Aisling, uncle Seamus and cousin Ronan also provide musical input. Padraig has collaborated with his

On Wednesday 17 December 1834 the first passenger railway line in Ireland opened as the Dublin and Kingstown Railway Company, with its central termini at Westland Row. Over the next four decades thousands of miles of railway tracks were spliced through Ireland’s landscape, creating an expansive web of public connectivity and human endeavour. Ireland’s capital city further gained a total of five terminal railway stations: Harcourt Street, Broadstone, Heuston, and Connolly, with each demonstrating the style and ambition of each respective railway company. Join this talk to find out more abou

From Thursday, April 24th to Sunday, April 27th, the Irish Film Institute hosts IBERSCREEN 2025, Ireland’s only Ibero-American Film Festival. Focusing on films with a socially relevant theme, IBERSCREEN aims to make connections, and start conversations between audiences and filmmakers. Celebrating the rich and diverse cinematic voices of Ibero-America, the festival brings together the best films from countries such as Argentina, Mexico, Brazil, Spain, Peru, and Colombia, showcasing stories that inspire, challenge, and captivate. From bold new voices to established auteurs, the prog

Gearóid Farrelly follows his mammoth Glamour Hammer tour with a hilarious new stand up show touching on the many, many, MANY things that make his blood boil. Gearóid Farrelly presents his new show, Gearóid Rage. “Gearóid Farrelly is Bloody Hilarious" Sarah Millican "My Absolute Favourite" Joanne McNally “To be in Farrelly’s crowd is a joy. Each joke landed perfectly… impeccable comic timing” ★★★★★ Broadway Baby

Anglo/Irish folk band The Haar brings the formidable singing talent of All-Ireland Scór na nÓg winner Molly Donnery combined with three of the most exciting instrumentalists on the folk and traditional music scene in Cormàc Byrne (Show of Hands/Seth Lakeman), Adam Summerhayes, and Murray Grainger (both of the FATEA award-winning The Ciderhouse Rebellion). Known for taking a familiar tune and turning it into something breathtakingly fresh and ambitious, this band of high level improvisers produce ever-changing musical soundscapes, while Molly lets her sublime vocals flow to stunning effec

Dublin City Council invites all of our Resident Associations, TidyTowns Ireland Groups, Environmental Groups, Schools, Businesses and individual residents to please join our Team on Saturday 26th April from 11am – 1pm for the Dublin Community Clean Up as part of National Spring Clean month 2025. Team Dublin Clean-Up is an annual event which aims to bring together community, resident, business and environmental groups in order to spend a little time caring for their area. If you would like to join Team Dublin please firstly register with An Taisce National Spring Clean: https://national

The Irish MMA Revolution Continues as Cage Warriors Returns to Dublin’s RDS! The Irish-owned promotion has created some of the sport’s biggest stars, including UFC icons Michael Bisping, Paddy ‘The Baddy’ Pimblett and ‘Meatball’ Molly McCann. Get ready to witness sporting excellence and an unrivalled atmosphere as the next generation of Irish stars take to the cage looking to follow in the footsteps of Ian Machado-Garry, Paul Hughes, Neil Seery, Chris Fields, Cathal Pendred and current World Welterweight Champion James Sheehan!

Neurodivergent Friendly Festival returns for a two-day run this April. Reserve your FREE tickets now. Following on from a hugely successful 2024 event, Dublin City Council is delighted to welcome back Dublin City Council Sensoria to Merrion Square Park this April! Two full days of fun, laughter & learning through a thoughtfully curated, neurodivergent friendly programme suitable for all ages. This much anticipated, free, ticketed event will take place over three sessions each day, with each session running for 2 hours. Guests of all ages are invited to select their preferred day and time

The event is part of the ongoing fundraising campaign to build a future for Conor (Age 9) & Dean (age 8) - two young Lucan brothers who were diagnosed in recent years with Duchenne Muscular Dystrophy - a rare, muscle wasting, degenerative condition that has no cure. From 11am on April 20th, there will be a 5K Race (Chip timing by www.justrunsevents.ie ) followed by a family 5K lap and live entertainment from Ireland's favourite Ukulele band - The Walkeleles! SuperValu Lucan are sponsoring the event; and there will be a range of fantastic family passes to be won on the day - donated b

This year’s Hanami Festival will take place on Sunday 27th April 2025, from 12–4pm. The Experience Japan Hanami Festival is a free, family-friendly day out where you can enjoy and celebrate Japanese–Irish culture! Join us in the beautiful grounds of Farmleigh House to witness performances, demonstrations, and traditions both old and in the making!

Three greats of Irish football from pitch and screen will be in conversation at Dublin’s Vicar Street on April 28, 2025, as Eamon Dunphy, Liam Brady and Johnny Giles bring a special 'Three Wise Men' show to the Dublin venue. The event is aid of the Irish Professional Footballers Benevolent Association (IPFBA), the organisation established 12 months ago by ex-players that offers assistance to former professionals facing health and financial challenges. Liam and Johnny are among the finest footballers in Irish history, the former having played for Arsenal and Juventus and the latter for

Kitty Clog is an ageing woman who is determined not to go quietly into that good night. Lots of attitude, a motley crew of supporting characters (all played by star of Father Ted and Fair City Rose Henderson). Kitty takes us with her on a rollercoaster journey to find her lost man. Threading a blurry line between humour and pathos; yearning and farce; belonging and marginalisation, The Good Crank is an exploration of the flip-flop existence of an older woman at odds with the world she has been squeezed into.

Reinvention Summit 29th- 30th April. Dublin Royal Convention Centre is an event designed to equip leaders in business & government with cutting-edge strategies, insights, and innovative tools to thrive in an era of constant change. By fostering collaboration, inspiring leadership, and delivering high-value learning experiences, the summit empowers participants to drive meaningful reinvention within their organizations, industries and communities. 500 delegates expected from 28 different countries

Joe, seventeen, a poet, and riddled with anxiety. But what kid approaching adulthood isn't? Regardless, he always has his big sister Jane there to comfort and tell him that it's always going to be okay. She isn't even real but that's alright, Joe doesn't care about that. Though Jane does, and she is getting very, very tired of their current situation.

Poetry Day Ireland is an annual island-wide celebration of poetry taking place on Thursday May 1st, 2025 with the theme May Day!  The Theme May Day offers a rich source of poetic inspiration. As the midpoint between the spring and autumn equinox, May Day is deeply rooted in ancient traditions, including the fire festival of Bealtaine, symbolising renewal, hope, and abundance. The day is also recognised globally as International Workers’ Day, a time for reflection on solidarity, unity, and collective strength. Submissions are now open for the Bright Ideas bursary, as well as gen

This is not just another conference. The ZEB Summit is where industry leaders, policymakers, and developers come together to drive the shift to Zero Emission Buildings. Regulations are tightening. Energy costs are rising. The market is moving—fast. Stay ahead with world-class expertise, influential speakers, cutting-edge case studies, and unmatched networking. The ZEB Summit 2025 is where the future of construction takes shape. Featuring industry leaders, cutting-edge case studies, and breakthrough innovations, this year’s programme is designed to equip you with the knowledge and con

The dishevelled prince of €10 eBay keyboards tries to make you feel alive with a new pageant of laughter, song and occasionally getting up from a chair. It’s gonna be a big one. Star of 8 Out of 10 Cats Does Countdown (Channel 4), Live At The Apollo (BBC) and Along For the Ride with David O’Doherty (Channel 4). Age guideline: 14+ May contain adult content & strong language

Ireland's largest holistic event returns to the RDS, Dublin on the 2nd, 3rd & 4th of May 2025. Free Admission, 280 Exhibitors, and 200 Complimentary Talks, Workshops & Classes. 2025 Dublin Mind Body Experience, Hall 1, RDS, Dublin4 on the 2nd, 3rd & 4th of May 2025. Free Admission, 280 Exhibitors, and 200 Complimentary Talks, Workshops & Classes. The event is comprised of four different elements all in one venue, the Mind Body Soul Expo, the Yoga and Meditation Festival, the Dublin Wellness Expo and the Dublin Psychic Fair. No tickets or preregistration are required, jus

Dublin Ska Fest - A one day event Sunday 4th May 2025 atThe Grand Social 3 bands & DJs Lineup: • The Skapones, • The Skalps, • The Rebel Souls Strictly over 18's

The Dublin Gay Theatre Festival is an annual event, celebrating contribution of gay people to theatre, past and present. The Festival was founded in 2004 to mark the 150th anniversary of the birth of Oscar Wilde, in his native city. With an emphasis on new or recent international and Irish works with a broadly gay theme or relevance, the Festival has grown to become the largest event of its type in the world. The Festival creates new opportunities for visibility and affirmation for existing and emerging gay artists and theatrical works. The Festival’s criteria for inclusion into the pr

Direct from London’s West End and the four-time smash-hit at the Edinburgh Fringe, Myra’s Story tells the unforgettable tale of a middle-aged homeless alcoholic struggling to survive on the streets of Dublin as she begs from passers-by on the famous Ha’penny Bridge. Written by Irish playwright Brian Foster and starring acclaimed actor Fíonna Hewitt-Twamley in her “vivid, virtuoso performance” (WhatsOnStage) as Myra who through her gripping performance plays a variety of larger-than-life Dublin characters, this turbulent piece explores the hilarious, tragic, and heart-wrenching ev

Culture Date with Dublin 8 is a neighbourhood initiative, which aims to celebrate Dublin 8’s rich cultural, historical and architectural heritage while encouraging people who are living, working and visiting the area to explore what is on their doorstep. This collaborative project and programme of events aims to connect with and amplify the wider efforts being made to regenerate the area, highlighting all the great things there are to see and do in Dublin 8 to locals and visitors alike. This years event takes place from Wednesday 7th to Sunday 11th May.

The 13th edition of the Dublin International Piano Competition will take place in Dublin from 9 May to 16 May 2025 The Competition will be in four rounds. The First Round was held online during February 2025. The Quarter-Finals and Semi-Finals will be held in the Whyte Recital Hall, Royal Irish Academy of Music, Dublin, from 9 to 14 May 2025. The Final will consist of concerto performances with Ireland’s National Symphony Orchestra conducted by Jonas Alber and will be held in the National Concert Hall, Dublin on Friday 16 May 2025. The Final will be streamed online by RTÉ Cultur

Phizzfest is a voluntary arts organisation, placing arts and community at the heart of what it means to live in Phibsborough. Our purpose is to create space for people to connect through arts and cultural engagement. Phizzfest was established in 2009 as a local community response to the recession, with the aim of uniting the community through the creative arts and restoring pride of place in Phibsborough, an area that had been neglected for years. It is an award-winning festival that has been staging arts and community events in Phibsborough since 2010. Reimagining Phibsborough is a strand

‘Bike Week’ is a celebration and promotion of the benefits of cycling and takes place from Saturday 10th May to Sunday 18th May. Cycling is one of the most sustainable forms of travel and a family friendly activity. As a transport option cycling has one of the lowest impacts on the planet and the environment, impacting positively on air and noise pollution. Events are happening across the county.

WellFest is Europe's largest outdoor health, fitness and wellness festival. Featuring more than 150 health, fitness and wellness experts from Ireland and abroad, more than 15 stages, delicious food and exciting brands. WellFest provides the ultimate feel-good experience for attendees to create memories that inspire them all year round.

Darkness Into Light 2025, proudly supported by Electric Ireland, will take place at 4:15 a.m. on Saturday, May 10, 2025. This inspiring event symbolizes hope, as communities come together to support mental health and prevent suicide. There are many ways to get involved. Join an official Darkness Into Light walk or create your own DIL fundraiser—whether it’s a bake sale, a car wash, a sponsored silence, a run, or a swim. Rally your family, friends, and colleagues in your local area to make a difference. Let's stop suicide. Sign up to stop suicide and be part of the change. Together, w

Queens of Irish comedy, Deirdre O’Kane and Emma Doran, are bringing their hit podcast Keep It Tight to the legendary 3Olympia Theatre for their first live show in Dublin, on Sunday 11th May 2025. Fresh from their weekly podcast success, Deirdre and Emma are hitting the stage to share their take on everything that’s delighted, bewildered or downright enraged them. Expect quick wit with no topic off-limits - from the highest brow to the lowest pelvic floor! With their natural chemistry and razor-sharp humour, this is your chance to see two comedic powerhouses live and unfiltered.

Dublin Climate Action Week will take place from the 12th - 18th of May 2025 and is organised by the four Dublin Local Authorities, the Dublin Climate Action Regional Office (CARO) and Dublin’s Energy Agency, Codema. Be sure to check out our great programme of events taking place across the county. The week is an annual programme of online and in-person events, which aims to showcase and inspire climate action across the Dublin region. Dublin Climate Action Week will take place in 2025 from the 12th - 18th of May and the full event programme will go live in April.

Dublin Dance Festival brings artists and audiences together, live and virtually, to create and share exceptional, provocative and relevant dance experiences. The Dublin Dance Festival believes in the power of dance to move, connect and inspire change. With so much of Ireland’s culture tied up in language and the past, dance has a unique power to explore and express what it is to be human, right now.

Get ready for an unforgettable evening of thrilling adventure on the big screen! The Banff Mountain Film Festival is back with a brand-new line-up of captivating short films packed with extreme journeys, intriguing characters and stunning cinematography. Join the world's top outdoor filmmakers and adventurers as they climb, ski, paddle, run and ride through the wildest corners of the planet! With exciting nightly prize giveaways and a theatre packed with adventure lovers, this is an unmissable event from the world's most prestigious mountain festival. Spark your passion for adventure, ac

The TechFoundHer Summit returns for its third year, bringing together ambitious founders, tech leaders, and advocates for inclusive innovation. This is more than an event — it’s a movement. We’re on a mission to unlock the potential of women tech founders and innovators, making their ideas and impact impossible to ignore. What to Expect: Live Demos – See low code/no code solutions in action and discover practical tools to build smarter, faster. • Lightning Talks – Hear from women tech founders sharing their real-world experiences, wins, and lessons learned. • Keynotes from

In a remote farmhouse, Nell prepares to scatter her son’s ashes with her grieving daughter-in-law, Orla, while Cheryl-Ann, a visitor from America, settles in for an idyllic break in the wilds of West Clare. However, their weekend plans will be turned upside down when an unexpected guest arrives looking for shelter, solace and understanding. In this beautiful play from Erica Murray, a situation as unlikely as it is inevitable will send these four lives reeling, leaving them questioning the true nature of love, loss and birds. Times: • Wed 14th - Sat 17th May, 8pm Matinées:

Billy and Maggie have been married for over 40 years. Having moved away from home and family to set up Bill’s dentistry business in the United States, the couple face a new challenge when Maggie’s health begins to deteriorate. As the couple reminisce, their home fills with their memories and the presence of their younger selves, and the moving story of their lifelong relationship comes vividly to life. The ‘tender’ and ‘touching’ (The Guardian) LOVESONG is written by Abi Morgan, the Emmy and BAFTA Award-winning writer of Shame, Suffragette and The Iron Lady. LOVESONG will be

The International Literature Festival Dublin (ILFD) is back at Merrion Square Park! Ten days of electrifying talks, performances, and global voices that will ignite your imagination! The International Literature Festival Dublin (ILFD) returns with a dynamic program featuring discussions, performances, and cross-cultural conversations taking place in the iconic Merrion Square Park over ten days. With a focus on diverse literary themes, the festival offers engaging events for all ages, celebrating global voices and creative insights.

September 1996, Davey's story begins with 5 RUC officers stuck in the back of a landrover during a riot at the top of Belfast's Albertbridge Road. Over the course of the play we hear their stories - ordinary people caught in extraordinary times. Often darkly hilarious, the play confronts the harsher realities of life in the security forces in the 1990's head on, with an unexpected and chilling ending.

The Harold’s Cross Community Festival 2025 comes under the theme “Roots and Future”. Full programme details will be available soon. The Festival will take place in Harold’s Cross Park on Saturday 17th May & Sunday 18th May 2025.

Africa Day is returning this May – and is set to be bigger and better than ever! Events will be held in every county in Ireland to mark the day that celebrates Ireland’s growing links with the continent of Africa. Irish Aid is working with local authorities all over Ireland to plan a series of events. A flagship event will be held in Dublin’s Royal Hospital Kilmainham (RHK) on May 18th. This free, family day will see musicians, dancers and cultural groups from across Africa gather to celebrate Africa Day. This follows last year’s successful Africa Day event at RHK, which attra

Bryan Adams has the reputation of being one the most exciting live musicians in the world. He has 17 studio albums including his latest album “So Happy It Hurts” (nominated for a Grammy), “Pretty Woman – The Musical”, Classic pt. I and pt. II, which feature new recordings of his greatest hits, released digitally and in ATMOS with Platoon, are also available physically with BMG. His song writing has garnered him numerous awards and accolades including three Academy Award nominations, five Golden Globe nominations and a Grammy Award and 20 Juno Awards.

The Dublin AI Conference 2025 gathers 400 of Ireland's AI Experts, Founders, Investors, and Enthusiasts, for an evening of content and networking. This event is hosted by Startup Network Europe, an Irish Company that has hosted 225 events in 41 European Cities since 2021. Our previous events include The European AI Conference 2024, which was hosted in Google's European HQ in Dublin.

This talk explores the importance of co-curation and community-led approaches in reshaping how Irish Traveller history is represented in national collections. It examines past exclusions, challenges dominant narratives, and highlights efforts to ensure authentic, meaningful inclusion of Traveller heritage in Ireland’s cultural institutions. This talk forms part of the Oak Room Heritage Talk Series, created by Dublin City Council's Heritage Office as an action of the Dublin City Strategic Heritage Plan 2024-2029. It is part-funded by the Heritage Council.

The American College Dublin presents the off- Broadway hit, ‘I Love You, You’re Perfect, Now Change!’ Book and Lyrics by Joe diPietro, Music by Jimmy Roberts ‘I Love You, You’re Perfect, Now Change!’ is a hilarious musical revue charting the dizzying spectrum of modern day relationships. Everything you’ve secretly thought about dating, romance, marriage, lovers, husbands, wives and in-laws – but were afraid to admit – is celebrated in this musical joyride through the jungle of the modern mating game. It pays tribute to those who have fallen on their face at the portal o

Dublin Tech Week is a week-long celebration of innovation and technology, uniting tech lovers, professionals, and communities across the city. The Dublin Tech week mission is to celebrate innovation, foster collaboration, inspire the next generation, and promote inclusivity.

Annual weekend of street parties & communities lunches. Host a party with your neighbours! Get together with your neighbours to share food and enjoy some conversation and camaraderie this summer. It doesn’t matter if you live in an apartment or house, all you need is a space to bring people together. We have had feasts organised in front gardens, on streets and greens, in car parks, laneways, local parks and community centres. We can’t wait to see what you come up with! Registrations are now open. Once you register you’ll receive your FREE Street Feast party pack, complete w

Irish National Opera presents Donizetti’s ‘L’elisir d’amore’ (The Elixir of Love) Can the humble Nemorino win the heart of the sophisticated Adina? He is taken in by the dubious Dr Dulcamara and swallows the elixir of love. Adina, meanwhile, discovers the only true elixir. A romantic comedy with heart and humour. Irish National Opera’s new production of L’elisir d’amore has all the ingredients of a perfect romantic comedy, a young man in love, a dubious elixir, heartache, and plenty of obstacles. Donizetti’s score takes audiences from tender heartfelt serenad

The Future Health Summit is an Irish and International gathering of the brightest minds in the healthcare industry with an illustrious audience of over 600+ high end (C-Suite) industry delegates attending Featuring renowned speakers from Ireland, USA, UK, Europe, Asia and further afar sharing best practices, innovations and future thinking to the advancement of the healthcare of Irish patients The Summit will bring together 50 health and associate industry Exhibitors to Dublin to network and build business ties around the event. For 2025, we are returning to the Royal Dublin Convention C

Dublin Tech Summit (DTS) is a two-day conference that sits at the heart of the international tech scene. As one of the world’s most active technology hubs, Dublin has become the EMEA base for some of the biggest global tech companies and over the last 7 years DTS has emerged as one of Europe’s fastest growing B2B tech events. DTS is delighted to host the next event on 28 & 29 May 2025 and are looking forward to delivering another world-class conference that will bring together our international community of innovators, thought-leaders, and influencers once again in Dublin’s most f

The Wheel's National Summit for Charities, Community Organisations, and Social Enterprises takes place at Croke Park on Wednesday 28th May 2025 Join us for a day of lively discussion, agenda-setting, networking and celebration. Expert Speakers & Timely Topics A line-up of expert local and international; speakers will cover a spectrum of relevant issues. Gain insights, perspectives, and strategies to amplify your organisation's impact. Member-Led Sessions Our member-led sessions have become a highlight of our annual Summit, and in 2025 we will once again be inviting our members t

Bord Bia Bloom takes place over five days on the June Bank Holiday weekend (May 29th – June 2nd), running from 9am to 6pm daily. Bloom, which celebrates its 19th birthday in 2025, has been deemed one of the nations’ favourite summer events and takes place across 70 acres in the Phoenix Park. This spectacular gardening event is a great coming together for garden designers, flower growers, landscapers, plantaholics, garden-furniture makers, food fanatics and anyone who loves to garden. Bord Bia Bloom is a world-class, uplifting and innovative horticulture, food, and drink experience with

After the incredible success of the celebration concert in memory of Christy and huge demand. For his anniversary we are coming together for another night to celebrate Christy's memory and the music he sang and loved joined by special guests Kiera Dignam, Shobsy, George Murphy, Tom Dunne, Steve Wall, The 4 of us, Mundy, Paul Walsh and Brian McFadden with hosts Eric Lalor and Enya Martin ... with lots more to be announced!

From Anne Gildea, the woman who taught you 'How to Get The Menopause and Enjoy It', comes a brand new show: 'Further Adventures in WOMANING'. And what an hilarious adventure it’s going to be! Join us as Anne explores the world of the feminine, the mammy, the twerky dancer: From 18-hour girdles and Housewives of The Year, to ripped influencer grannies pumping iron on Insta, from the Sunday drive to the spa break, from Angel Delight to Ozempic and back to the chiffon scarf test, Anne weaves a pant-wetting path through a changing half century of womany stuff - And that’s just the tip of th

With the buzz of St Brigid’s Bank Holiday weekend in the air, we’re already dreaming of summer’s first long weekend. Forbidden Fruit 2025 returns to the stunning grounds of the Royal Hospital Kilmainham to kick off festival season in style. From debut Irish performances to iconic returns, the 13th edition cements its status as Dublin’s city-centre festival of choice. Join us this June Bank Holiday weekend – Saturday, May 31st & Sunday, June 1st 2025 for a sizzling start to summer! HEADLINERS A full-circle moment as Jamie xx, a cornerstone of modern electronic music, returns to he

This Irish fella is back after BURSTING onto the Irish scene in 2024. Shane Daniel Byrne is on fire; fresh from sellout touring in Ireland, UK and Australia. “Shane Daniel Byrne is very, very funny.”- Broadway World. This comic is on fire, fresh from sellout touring in Ireland, UK and Australia. Pop in and join him for his spicey new show about Jeans, Jackets and Jesus Christ. Expect honey-sweet and coffee-bitter from this Award Winning Comedian.

The Vhi Women’s Mini Marathon returns for its 43rd year on Bank Holiday Sunday, 1st June, 2025 – and this year, we’re Championing Womankind. This event is about the strength, resilience, and support that women bring to every step of their journey to event day. It’s about the determination to start, the grit to keep going, and the celebration of crossing the finish line together. It’s about the tens of thousands of women running for causes close to their hearts, raising vital funds for charities across Ireland. But most of all, it’s about lifting each other up, inspiring

Rewind Dublin, taking place in St Anne’s Park again has a truly incredible line up including: Toyah, Tiffany, Boyzlife, ABC, Midge Ure, Matt Goss and Billy Ocean! It wouldn’t be a Rewind event without some incredible food options! There are great street food offerings on site serving delicious dishes with all St Anne’s Park vendors catering for vegetarian palates too, along with a bountiful of bars to help wash it all down! Whether you’re reliving the classics or just wanting to have a great time, this year’s line up is one you won’t want to miss. Let’s make some unforgetta

Direct from the West End and having sold out venues worldwide, Seven Drunken Nights - The Story of the Dubliners comes back to 3Olympia Theatre for three shows on Thursday 5th, Friday 6th & Saturday 7th June 2025. In partnership with Tourism Ireland and in association with legendary Irish pub O’Donoghue’s, Seven Drunken Nights tells the story of a career spanning 50 years and invokes the spirit of Ronnie Drew, Luke Kelly, Barney McKenna, John Sheahan, Ciaran Bourke and Jim McCann. This hugely talented cast of musicians and singers bring the music of this iconic group back to life and

Skerries Traditional Music Weekend commenced in 2001 and developed over the years into an action-packed weekend with Concerts, Recitals, Workshops, Sessions and Street Music. Come one, come all and be part of Skerries Traditional Music Weekend. Take a walk about the town and you'll be sure to hear many a great session! Some of Ireland's' top exponents of traditional music will showcase their talents in a more informal and natural setting. All musicians, singers, dancers and listeners welcome - players are welcome to join in the sessions over the weekend!

The Waterboys have been led by Scottish singer and guitarist Mike Scott since the 1980s and have evolved through countless line-ups, winning a fearsome concert reputation along the way. Their best-known songs include The Whole Of The Moon, How Long Will I Love You, This Is The Sea and Fisherman's Blues. Indisputably one of the best live bands in the world, the 2024 version of The Waterboys features double keyboard players Brother Paul from Memphis and James Hallawell from Cornwall, and is grounded by killer Irish rhythm section Aongus Ralston (bass) and Eamon Ferris (drums). They reconfigure m

Ireland’s leading classical music competition, Feis Ceoil, returns from Saturday 7th to Sunday 15th June 2025 at All Hallows Campus, DCU, Grace Park Road, Drumcondra. Set up in 1896, Feis Ceoil Association promotes excellence in the learning and performance of music across all ages, levels and disciplines. We run an annual festival before Easter each year in Dublin which comprises almost 200 competitions, attracting over 5,000 participants from all over the island of Ireland. We also run non-competitive events and concerts throughout the rest of the year. The competitions will be held

Blues icon. Soul man. Rock and roller. Robert Cray is all these things – and more. The Georgia- born, Washington-raised musician first picked up a guitar after seeing The Beatles on TV then, having witnessed Jimi Hendrix perform in Seattle, determined that his destiny would also follow a similar path. And so he has: across the past half century Robert Cray’s developed into one of American music’s most singular artists. From forming a teenage garage band, through to striding the stage alongside several of the world’s greatest guitarists, Robert Cray’s story is one of struggle and c

“What’s the worst first date you’ve ever had?” Following sold out runs in Cork and Waterford Red ‘n Blue Theatre Company present John Morton’s dark comedy TABOO There was a boy and a girl and somehow, they met. Lily doesn’t get out much. Tom finds it hard to meet new people. And now they’re having their first date. Lily cooks a three-course meal. Tom brings flowers and wine. On the surface, everything seems fine. But in the modern world, dating is a surprisingly complex thing with a lot of unwritten rules. There are certain things you shouldn’t do on a first date. A

Bloomsday celebrates Thursday 16 June 1904, the day depicted in James Joyce’s novel Ulysses. The day is named after Leopold Bloom, the central character in Ulysses. The novel follows the life and thoughts of Leopold Bloom and a host of other characters – real and fictional – from 8am on 16 June 1904 through to the early hours of the following morning. Celebrations often include dressing up like characters from the book and in clothes that would have been the style of the era. One of the hallmark fancy dress items of Bloomsday is the straw boater hat. Celebrations come in many differen

Witness the powerful story of two young lovers, Romeo and Juliet, as they find their way to each other amidst a bitter family feud. Their forbidden love leads to a secret marriage and a series of fateful decisions, culminating in a tragic yet unforgettable climax. This open-air performance captures the essence of Shakespeare’s vision, making it an essential experience for both the Bard’s aficionados and first-time audiences. What you need to know: • Seating: Guests are invited to bring their own rugs or low-backed seating for comfort. • Attire: Please dress appropriately for an ev

Each year Taste of Dublin transports guests to a foodie haven in the heart of the city for an unmissable highlight of the summer. This year, we’ll be returning to Merrion Square for eight delicious sessions spread across four food-fuelled days. Taste of Dublin offers visitors the unique opportunity to source essential ingredients from artisan producers, engage with Ireland’s top culinary talent, be on the front line of masterclasses from and relax in the gourmet atmosphere of the summer’s finest food and drink festival. 8 DELICIOUS SESSIONS • Thursday Afternoon Session 12.00-

This is Don’s first solo tour where he will share tales of 55 years on the road, his life in the inner city, his love of the Blues and of the harmonica, plus stories of his working with Jim Sheridan, Daniel Day Lewis, Sinead O'Connor and more. Together with the story of his songs on harmonica and guitar, this is a tour not to be missed. A young 75 with over 55 years on the road, Don Baker has had an amazing career. Harmonica player, singer-songwriter and actor, he has headlined with Tom Jones and Van Morrison, acted opposite Daniel Day Lewis in the Oscar Nominated “In the Name of the Fa

The Dublin Pride run isn’t just your ordinary 5K race, It’s a celebration of movement, energy and physical activity. We champion inclusivity, identity, self-expression and queerness in an open, friendly, safe space, to be yourself and to connect and be with others in the LGBTQ+ community, friends, family and loved ones. Whether you're back to beat your personal best, or you’re looking to walk, jog or run your first 5K, join the Dublin Front Runners in Dublin’s iconic Phoenix Park, as we celebrate at the Dublin Pride Run 2025 all while raising much-needed funds for LGBTQ+ charities.

Learn from a stellar line-up of global speakers at the top of their industries how to become a more knowledge centric organisation leveraging Generative AI and human experience Dublin, renowned for its literary and knowledge connections, now a digital and business hub, is your perfect location for inspiring discussions, learning and the creation of new knowledge together Join us for our innovative 'flipped' conference, designed to prioritise the exchange of tacit knowledge. This KM conference is curated by practitioners, for practitioners. Continue your learning with our after hours k

On St. Patrick’s Day in 1979, the Hirschfeld Centre opened its doors at 10 Fownes St in Dublin and became one of the most significant institutions in queer Irish history. Despite operating for only eight years, the political, social and cultural activities of the Hirschfeld made it a key space for an emerging queer community and an important site for the development of queer Irish culture. In the decades since its closure after a fire in 1987, the Hirschfeld has functioned as a site of individual and collective remembering. Drawing from oral histories, memoirs, and archival research, this ta

Gate Theatre in association with 3Olympia presents Brian Friel's moving and heartwarming masterpiece, Dancing At Lughnasa, at 3Olympia Theatre for summer 2025. In the warmth of the Donegal harvest of 1936, the five Mundy sisters, Kate, Maggie, Rose, Agnes and Chris, love, survive, fight, and dance. This unforgettable summer brings the possibility of joy and love to these extraordinary, ordinary women. Brian Friel’s moving and heartwarming masterpiece about family, home and belonging continues to resonate with this acclaimed production, directed by Caroline Byrne.

The Pride Parade is a celebration of LGBTQ+ people and culture, the highly visible spectacle of the parade plays an important role in promoting diversity, inclusion and belonging within society. It’s an opportunity to showcase the many LGBTQ+ organisations working within our community along with ally groups who take a visible stand in support of LGBTQ+ people. Since the first Dublin Pride Parade in 1983, it has grown to become one of the most popular and loved events within the city and continues to change the hearts and minds of many people. The Pride Parade is also a major fundraising e

On Saturday June 28th the Mother Pride Block Party is back with a bang for a spectacular party celebrating Pride in our city and is set across multiple stages on the historic grounds of the National Museum of Ireland at Collins Barracks. Starting as a spontaneous street party outside the club over a decade ago, it grew year on year becoming the official parade afterparty and largest ticketed event of Pride.  

Pride Village is a free, unticketed, full-day festival event supported by Dublin City Council, the Department of Tourism, Culture, Arts, Gaeltacht, Sport and Media and our generous sponsors. More details to follow...

Longitude returns to Marlay Park this summer from Saturday July 5th to Sunday July 6th  2025, subject to licence. The first round of acts have been announced: David Guetta will headline the Saturday night of Longitude with his first Irish performance in 13 years. David will bring his incredible production ‘The Monolith’ to Marlay Park. Guetta is a musical trailblazer and an international icon. With 2x Grammys awards, 11x Grammy nominations, 7x UK number 1 singles, over 40 billion global streams, 50 million records sold worldwide, and is currently the 4th most streamed artist on Sp

Taking place at Newbridge House and Farm, just 10 minutes from Dublin Airport, these beautiful rolling parklands come to life for 2 amazing days of music, entertainment, farming, food, sport and fun. Flavours of Fingal, now in it’s 13th year, has to be experienced to be believed. With over 65,000 visitors in 2024 and plans for bigger and better in 2024, Flavours of Fingal is much more than just an agricultural event, it promises a fun-filled family day out for all ages, showcasing the best of food and drink produce, offering spectacular entertainment, fantastic shopping, music and fami

Step into the enchanting world of Charlotte Brontë’s Jane Eyre, brought to life under the open sky at Newbridge House and Farm. Step into the enchanting world of Charlotte Brontë’s Jane Eyre, brought to life under the open sky by the renowned Chapterhouse Theatre Company. Join us in the beautiful Walled Garden of Newbridge House and Farm for a captivating outdoor theatre experience. What to Expect: • A Timeless Tale: Immerse yourself in the sweeping romance, passion, and mystery of Jane Eyre, adapted by Laura Turner. • Stunning Outdoor Setting: Experience the drama and intrig

Born in Buenos Aires in 1961, Calamaro began his music career as a teenager and gained prominence with the legendary band Los Abuelos de la Nada, penning timeless hits like Mil Horas. In the 1990s, he achieved international success with Los Rodríguez, delivering classics like Sin Documentos. As a solo artist, Calamaro has released over 20 albums, including his landmark work Honestidad Brutal (1999), which is now celebrating its 25th anniversary. Undoubtedly one of the most important figures in Spanish-language rock, Calamaro continues to celebrate the 25th anniversary of his masterpiece, �

Named among PEOPLE‘s list of “Talented Emerging Artists Making Their Mark,” Alex Warren is one of the most followed Gen Z celebrities on YouTube, Instagram and TikTok. From being homeless and sleeping in friends’ cars to his current rise to stardom as a multi-talented musician, Warren has shared the intimate details of his life with the world for over a decade, building an online community of 26M+ cumulative followers. Now known for his vulnerable pop melodies, passionate vocals, and lyrical candor, Warren has won over fans with a series of deeply personal singles including 'Yard Sa

Global pop sensation Natasha Bedingfield is set to bring her electrifying live show to The Iveagh Gardens, Dublin on July 18th. With a career spanning over two decades, Bedingfield has firmly established herself as one of the most iconic voices in pop music. Her debut album Unwritten (2004) catapulted her to international stardom, earning Grammy nominations and producing timeless hits like These Words, Soulmate, and the now-generation-defining Unwritten. Most recently, Unwritten has seen a massive resurgence, becoming a viral sensation following its prominent feature in the hit rom-com A

Bad Friends with comedians Andrew Santino and Bobby Lee bring the #1 comedy podcast in the world to the live stage for an evening of stand-up comedy, half-truths, social no-no's and animal behaviour! Andrew co-hosts the very popular podcast Bad Friends with comedian Bobby Lee. He also has his own solo podcast Whiskey Ginger and both combined accumulate upwards of a million downloads per week. His Showtime hour-long stand up special "Home-Field Advantage" debuted in 2017. His 'Comedy Central Half Hour' standup special was released alongside his debut album 'Say No More' on Comedy Central Rec

The six-times Grammy Award nominated Texan artist released his broadly acclaimed fourth LP, LEON last Autumn, and will head to Ireland this July 20th. The run kicks off in London, ahead of dates at Dublin’s Iveagh Gardens, Glasgow, Manchester, Halifax’s Piece Hall on 24th July, concluding at the Latitude Festival in Suffolk on 26th July. Leon precedes these dates out in Europe to play Mad Cool in Madrid, Cruilla in Barcelona, the Montreux Jazz Festival, Gent Jazz Festival, and a standalone headline show in Paris at Salle Pleyel too. Support for all UK/Ireland headline dates comes fro

The lineup for this year’s Swords Castle Town Park Summer Concerts Series has been announced, with two unforgettable summer evenings set to take place in July in the heart of Swords. On Friday 25 July, Irish country star Nathan Carter will rock the main stage,  plus Support from Dolly Parton Tribute & Jem and The BeezNeez adding their vibrant performances and talent. Carter's previous performances at Swords Concert Series have been nothing short of sensational; don't miss your chance to see the Wagon Wheel singer up close and personal at this intimate event by securing your tickets e

Let the rhythm of the sea guide you to the Howth Roots & Blues Festival, Where soulful melodies and heartfelt lyrics converge. The Howth Roots and Blues Festival is a music festival in Howth showcasing great Irish and International roots and blues artists. While many of the artists are blues based the festival caters for fans of Country, Rhythm and Blues, Bluegrass, Americanna and we’ve even had Latin and reggae. Basically anything rootsy! For one weekend in August, Howth will be filled with Roots and Blues Music. Wander from gig to gig like you’re at Electric Picnic but without

Big Grill BBQ & Food Festival returns to Herbert Park on the 14th - 17th of August 2025. The brightest and best Irish and international chefs, restaurants and barbecue experts come together to create a feast of unique live-fire dishes available exclusively at the festival. It’s your chance to try dishes you’d normally have to travel the world for, all in the leafy surroundings of Dublin’s Herbert Park. You will learn how to grill, smoke, marinate, butcher and more on our all-action Bastecamp stage (including lots of samples and giveaways) Expect local craft breweries, cocktail

Fast becoming a staple of summer in Dublin. 'Wider Than Pictures' takes place in one of the most visually stunning locations in the city: The National Museum of Ireland, Collins Barracks, the venue’s historical courtyard provides unparalleled sound for the diverse roster of world-class live acts curated by promoters Singular Artists. Now in its fourth year, Wider Than Pictures has played host to headliners such as First Aid Kit, Yungblud, The Vamps, Mick Flannery, Future Islands, Franz Ferdinand, Alt J, Thin Lizzy Orchestrated, Simply Red, Deacon Blue, The The, James Blunt.....and more.

K-State vs Iowa State K-State and Iowa State are headed to the Emerald Isle as they will open the 2025 season as part of the Aer Lingus College Football Classic on Saturday, August 23, 2025, at Aviva Stadium in Dublin, Ireland. This will be just the second time ever that K-State will play a football game outside the United States as the Wildcats played Nebraska in Tokyo, Japan, on December 5, 1992. This will be Iowa State's first international football game. The game between the Wildcats and Cyclones will be the first ever Big 12 matchup in Ireland, the fourth edition of the Aer Lingu

Matt Berninger is the vocalist and lyricist for Grammy Award-winning band The National. His songwriting has long garnered praise for its poignant clarity, jagged-edged wit and intimately emotive melodies. The band’s career spans ten studio albums, including First Two Pages of Frankenstein and Laugh Track, both issued in 2023. Late 2024 saw the release of The National’s first proper live album, Rome. Together with his wife Carin Besser, Berninger produced the band’s 2013 feature-length documentary Mistaken for Strangers, directed by Matt’s brother Tom. Outside of The National, Berninger

The Wedding Show at the RDS in association with Auralia, is taking place on September 6th & 7th 2025. This is Ireland’s largest, most exciting, and diverse Wedding planning event. With over 4,500 visitors attending the two action packed days, this is the perfect opportunity for wedding suppliers to talk directly to Ireland’s engaged couples. Over 180 wedding suppliers showcase their brand at the Wedding Show at the RDS and with over 50% of stand spaces already sold, don’t miss out on your chance to become one of our wedding suppliers in September.

Renowned Irish performer Eimear Crehan is set to deliver an unforgettable one-night-only performance at Dublin’s prestigious National Concert Hall as part of her acclaimed Grá Mór (Big Love) journey. Following the success of her 2024 tour, which captivated audiences across Ireland in cities such as Belfast, Cork, and Galway, this special evening promises to be a celebration of connection, community, and the transformative power of music. The Programme Eimear’s performance will blend her signature heartfelt storytelling and powerful vocals with an innovative choral collaboration. Cent

The Dubliners Encore is the Official stage show celebrating the greatest folk band of all time. Produced by The Dubliners’ John Sheahan; renowned fiddle player and legendary Irish icon, with the band’s original record producer Phil Coulter as Musical Director, The Dubliners Encore is the official story of the band in their heyday. Rediscover the original bad boys of Irish music – the beards, the ballads, and the band that put Ireland on the world stage. This hugely talented cast captures the magic of The Dubliners singing all their hits, including The Wild Rover, Seven Drunken Nigh

In a nightmarish world savaged by war, the body count rises in a taut and explosive drama of naked ambition. The celebrated soldier, Macbeth, haunted by demons of the mind, spirals out of control when the psychological scars of murder, drive him beyond redemption. An extraordinary tale of a golden couple whose lust for power sees them unravel at the seams. Grief and madness, rips them apart. Haunted by supernatural forces and driven to extremes, Macbeth explodes in a bloody, claustrophobic minefield of ego, greed and ambition. Directed by Geoff O’Keeffe, dlr Mill Theatre present a cont

Holly Johnson returns to the stage with a brand-new production featuring the timeless hits that made Frankie Goes to Hollywood one of the most influential bands of the 80s. Fans can expect to hear iconic anthems like the chart-topping 'Relax', 'Two Tribes', and the ethereal 'The Power of Love'. Frankie Goes to Hollywood ripped through the 80's music scene with the release of their 1983 debut single 'Relax'. 'Relax' proved to be one of the decade’s most successful and controversial singles, it sold more than 2 million copies in the UK alone ranking it among the 10 biggest selling single

2025 marks 40 years since Ricky Ross met Dougie Vipond and they started to form Deacon Blue, the songs on ‘The Great Western Road’ reflect the journey the band has taken and remain honest to the age and experience they all share. Ricky Ross: “It’s just the next part of the adventure and it’s as exciting now as it was back in 1988”. The album will be preceded by the single ‘Late ’88’ on 29 November 2024 which fondly remembers the care-free excitement of those early days. ‘The Great Western Road’, recorded at the legendary Rockfield Studios, sees Ricky Ross and (Deacon B

What do America, apostrophes, and ageing all have in common? In Miriam Margolyes’ world, they’re the perfect material for wit, wisdom, and unfiltered stories. Off the back of her sold-out 2024 tour, Miriam returns, this time spinning her A-Z wheel, diving headfirst into an eclectic alphabetised mix of life’s standout moments. Miriam will invite us deeper into her world, sharing new cherished memories and razor-sharp observations – and of course, a little bit of smut. Every letter reveals a new gem from her 84 extraordinary years. Whether sharing daring declarations, behind-the-sc

The Dublin Book Festival is one of Ireland’s most successful and dynamic book festivals, running since June 2006 in the heart of Ireland’s capital with its rich literary history. ​This annual public festival is a celebration of Ireland’s writers and publishers, which showcases, supports and develops Irish books by programming and publicising their authors, editors and contributors – all in an entertaining, festive, friendly and accessible environment. Both established and emerging writers from a variety of genres come together to explore their books, share their insights, engage in s