Dublin City Council Bram Stoker Festival celebrates the legacy of one of Ireland’s most beloved and iconic writers and is now one of Dublin’s largest arts festivals. The festival draws inspiration from Stoker, his life, his work, the Dublin of his time and celebrates the Gothic, the supernatural, the after-dark and the Victorian. We’ve presented outdoor spectacles and intimate experiences, world film premieres and award-winning theatre productions; circus at night in dark forests; comedy in nightclubs; choral ensembles in darkened libraries and events spanning every genre. We’ve

The Irish Film Institute’s annual celebration of the terrifying, the gory, the wince-inducing, and the uncanny returns with IFI Horrorthon 2026, running Thursday, October 22nd to Monday, October 26th. Over five days, genre fans can immerse themselves in the very best of new horror, a special strand of classic folk horror essentials, the highly anticipated annual Horror Table Quiz, late night double bills for witching hour thrills, a horror Prom Night spectacular on Saturday with screenings, performance and party as award-winning queer DIY cabaret collective EGG Cabaret partner on a full-v

Minaw Collective presents LORE, a group exhibition exploring Irish and Mexican folklore through contemporary visual art, hosted by the Embassy of Mexico in Ireland from 17th to 30th October 2026. Bringing together new work by members of the Ireland-based collective, LORE draws on folklore, mythology, symbolism and storytelling, looking at the ways inherited stories continue to live through retelling and reinterpretation. Across distinct artistic practices, the exhibition considers how folklore carries ideas of place, memory, nature, belief and belonging. The exhibition creates a meeting poi

Join Little Red as she journeys through the enchanted forest on her way to visit her fabulous D’ Granny. Along the way, she encounters a host of colourful characters, and one very surprising Big Bad Wolf. With the help of the ever-enthusiastic Silly Billy and the larger-than-life Dame Bridie, the story twists, turns and builds to a riotous, feel-good finale that flips the traditional tale on its head. A fun-filled family event, audiences are encouraged to come in costume, with prizes for the best dressed at selected performances—making it the perfect Halloween treat for children and gro

This Halloween, Newbridge House & Farm lights up after dark with thousands of glowing pumpkins, spectacular hand-carved displays, live entertainment and autumn magic. From 2nd to 31st October 2026, step into a world of illuminated pumpkin creations and wander through an enchanting outdoor trail filled with incredible carvings, imaginative scenes and unforgettable photo opportunities. With the full collection of Pumpkins After Dark displays returning for 2026, plus brand-new pumpkin creations, photo opportunities and a new pathway route through the site, there is more to discover than

The Big Scream Halloween Festival returns to Dublin’s North East Inner City for 13 days of spooky fun, community events and family-friendly activities under the theme The Undead – 13 Nights of Fright. Highlights include Halloween history tours, creative workshops, Fright Night Bingo, Songs for Samhain and a candlelight reading of Bram Stoker’s Dracula’s Guest. The festival culminates on Saturday 31 October with the Big Scream Carnival, featuring a parade, Halloween activities, movies , Zombie Land and a sensory-friendly hour for families seeking a quieter experience. Organised by

Where Irish literature meets its darkest legends. As the veil thins at Samhain, join us for a journey through the hidden folklore, horrors and spirits of our house on St Stephen's Green. Running daily from Saturday 24 to Saturday 31 October, 2pm-3pm, this is your chance to explore MoLI's darker side this Samhain. You'll encounter Burn-Chapel Whaley and the Hellfire Club, whose wild history is tied to this very building, and come face-to-face with the death masks of Patrick Kavanagh and Brendan Behan. Along the way, we'll trace the Irish roots of Dracula and explore the changelings, fairy

This Halloween, a mysterious magical disturbance has swept through the enchanted forest… Join us for an unforgettable family adventure as you journey through the woodland trail, meeting an array of curious characters who have unexpectedly found themselves in Luggwoods. As the forest’s magic begins to unravel, you’ll be tasked with collecting special ingredients needed to help restore balance to the enchanted woodland. Travel aboard the Spookwood Express, venture deeper into the forest, and discover a spellbinding experience filled with surprises, laughter, and Halloween wonder. Then s

This October, step into the magic and mystery of Samhain at Malahide Castle. Journey through the Haunted Trail, encounter playful characters and surprises, and discover ancient Samhain traditions in The Samhain Forest. ​With two family-friendly experiences to choose from, enjoy the Day Experience, perfect for those looking for a little less spooky fun, or join us after 4:30pm for the Night Experience, which also includes access to The Samhain Gathering – featuring storytelling from Candlelit Tales, live Celtic musicians, with seasonal treats, hot food and drinks available to purchase.

After its return to the West End and four smash-hit seasons at the Edinburgh Fringe, Myra’s Story, will once again return to Dublin Meet Myra (played by acclaimed actor Fionna Hewitt-Twamley). Myra has fallen on hard times and is now homeless living on the streets of Dublin. Through her “vivid, virtuoso performance” (WhatsOnStage) Hewitt-Twamley plays a variety of unforgettable larger-than-life Dublin characters, recounting the hilarious and heart-wrenching events that have led her to this point in her life. Everyone faces highs and lows in life, and Myra’s Story is a compelling,

hosts, Ghouls, Skeletons & Witches from Deilg Inis Theatre Company take over Dalkey Castle at Halloween. Help the Wizard to gain entry. Dash underneath the Murder Hole and dodge through the terrible things that descend upon your head. The Bad Witch is up to mischief making gruesome dishes including her speciality, Witches’ Pie. The Good Witch with her magic lantern and the Archer with his fire arrow will banish the bad witches to the hills. Join The Good Witch in weaving magic spells around her cauldron. Outside, you can pick your steps around a spooky graveyard and watch out as

Dublin Halloween Festival is a celebration of Halloween with 40+ events taking place across the city from 10–31 October: talks, live shows, arts & crafts, walking tours, exhibitions, pottery, screenings and more, in 10+ locations. Discover the darker side of the city with three weeks of curious, creative and creepy events. Learn about witches Carve your own pumpkin🎃 Make Halloween pottery Walking tours Catch fascinating lectures in Dublin pubs Hear spine-tingling stories Explore Halloween art workshops Live podcasts Wander the Halloween market Visit

The Sanderson sisters: Winnie, Sarah, and Mary, are back in Salem! When they capture best friends Wiggles and Giggles, the duo must outwit the cunning sisters and find a way to break the spell before it’s too late. Join us for the annual #CivicSpooktacular this Halloween with more magic and mayhem than you can imagine! We are thrilled to announce Eurovision winner and Dancing with the Stars favourite Niamh Kavanagh as Witch Winnie in POCUS HOCUS! A wickedly funny Halloween spectacular for all the family! ✨ Hurry — tickets will fly faster than a witch’s broom! Civic Panto fa

Bram Stoker needs your help! His famous character Dracula, a notorious vampire, has escaped from his book in our Storytelling Gallery and into the vaults of EPIC Museum. Can you & your family help track him down & spell him back from whence he came? This themed tour includes a walkthrough of EPIC The Irish Emigration Museum where working with our guide, you and your family will locate clues hidden in our galleries to Dracula’s whereabouts. Along the way you’ll discover more about Bram Stoker’s life and the famous novel Dracula that shaped how the world imagines vampires today.

Join us on Wednesdays and Saturdays in October for this tour looking at the seasonal folkore and traditions of plants at this time of year Rekindle the ancient folklore and traditions of Samhain on this special Halloween tour. Explore the myths and folklore of plants that were used during this otherworldly time and discover the stories associated with them.

Set against the backdrop of a single Sunday afternoon in County Meath, Meredith is a darkly comedic drama that peels back the layers of a family held together by secrets, shared history, and a stubborn refusal to age gracefully. Meredith is written by Erica Murray and directed by Annabelle Comyn as part of Dublin Theatre Festival. Meredith’s daughter, Noelle, attempts to manage her mother’s recovery with rigid rules and downstairs beds, Meredith is busy exploring the world of online dating, lending money to mysterious men and striking up a flirtatious “friendship” with her eccentric

Join us as we leave daylight behind and explore the darker side of our mythologies and histories at EPIC! Halloween is fast approaching and it’s time to delve back in the origins of Irish traditions and explore how Samhain became Halloween. Irish ghost stories and funerary traditions travelled with the Irish diaspora and often became entangled with local customs to form entirely new traditions over the centuries. Suitable for: Primarily an adult audience, although teenagers are welcome. There will also be a special after-hours edition of the tour on Thursday, 29th October at 7.30pm

Discover spooky stories, colourful characters and Dublin’s darker side from the roof of Croke Park! Enjoy panoramic city views while a terrifying tour guide uncovers the city’s spookiest landmarks & discusses stories from Dublin’s dark past. Discover spooky stories, colourful characters and Dublin’s darker side from the roof of Croke Park! Tales from the Pale celebrates all things horrific - learn about the city’s ghosts and ghouls as you journey along the stadium’s rooftop walkway. Enjoy panoramic city views while a terrifying tour guide discusses some of Dublin’s most si

Prepare to suspend your disbelief. Then let it dissolve completely. Unstable realities resemble our wildest imagination in this absurdist spectacle – writ large and set loose on the national stage. ANIMALS is a riotous and kaleidoscopic world premiere commissioned by the Abbey Theatre and based on the critically acclaimed short fiction of award-winning contemporary Irish writer Blindboyboatclub (The Gospel According to Blindboy, Boulevard Wren, Topographia Hibernica), adapted by Dan Colley (Lost Lear, A Very Old Man with Enormous Wings). Hidden mythologies emerge as we follow Erskin

MOVING SIGNATURES returns for a new series uniting Slow Looking art tours and movement workshops in response to works in IMMA’s new exhibition, TECHNOLOGIES OF PEACE. Taking place over two months, and designed for everyone to engage how they wish, participants will explore empathy and perception, using the body as a means of thinking through how we understand and respond to the world around us while exploring the ideas and questions raised by the exhibition.   Each of the five workshops takes a different theme as its starting point, and starts with a Slow Looking art tour of selected

Step into the festive magic at Swords On Ice ! Our rink at the Pavilions Shopping Centre is the perfect place to celebrate the season, whether you're a first-time skater or gliding like a pro. With twinkling lights, cosy vibes, and plenty of space for family and friends, it's a winter experience everyone will love. This Christmas, enjoy the magic of Swords On Ice at Pavilions Shopping Centre. Located in the heart of North Dublin, our rink offers festive fun for all ages, from family days out to seasonal date nights. Skate across the ice, soak up the Christmas atmosphere, and then expl

Dundrum on Ice was and remains the first Blue Martini Group Ice Rink. Opened in 2013 in the infamous town centre of Dundrum, it sets a standard that is carried throughout all of our rinks to ensure an unforgettable experience. Now in its thirteenth consecutive year, Dundrum on Ice offers a magical experience for all ages. Whether you're looking for the perfect family outing, date night or just a fun night out with friends Dundrum on Ice is the next stop on your list!

Join us this Halloween at Dublinia for a family-friendly event full of history, magic and creativity. Across four enchanted days, children and adults can take part in Spell Jar Making and Wand Making Workshops inspired by medieval traditions. Each workshop is included with your admission ticket and offers a hands-on way to explore the mystical side of Dublin’s past. Spell Jar Making Workshop – 27th and 28th of October Discover the medieval practice of using charms and symbols to bring good fortune. In this interactive workshop, you will: Craft your own magical spell jar using

Looking for something to do this midterm ? Try one of our Halloween related events taking place in dlr LexIcon during the October midterm. Events include: Cool Food School - Chocolate Apple Mummies Dress Up Halloween Storytime in English Spooky VR Sessions Scéalta Scanrúla | Spooky Storytime Halloween Crafts

Formed during the pandemic, Gurriers quickly built a reputation for bone-rattling, mosh-ready live shows and sharp, socially conscious songwriting. Since their debut’s release, the milestones have continued to stack up: a standout appearance on Later… with Jools Holland, main stage performances across Glastonbury’s Woodsies and Leftfield stages, and arena support slots with Turnstile and Kneecap. On Nobody’s Coming To Save You, Gurriers channel the spirit of protest, resistance and personal reflection into some of their most ambitious material to date. This is Gurriers taking all th

Full Scream Ahead! 😱 Welcome to a very special storytelling event for lovers of the supernatural. Over one otherworldly evening, three writers and two performers will present brand new ghost stories made to curdle your blood. The frights aren’t just confined to the stage. Before the show, attendees will have the opportunity to create their own ghost stories*, which could be read on the night. Come join us in the shadows to hear stories that will freeze your bones. Are you brave enough? * Doors open at 7.30pm for audience story creations. Fill out a Creepy Card in Draíocht's F

Here ye, Queer ye! The Beards are BACK! A farcical tale of hope and resilience, Beards by LemonSoap Productions, is a rollicking new musical comedy, bringing Smock Alley audiences all the way back to the Middle Ages! After our sold out run and rave critical acclaim, don’t miss this limited run this Winter. To avoid being burnt at the stake for being gay, medieval siblings Daryl and Erika marry each other's lovers. When one of the lesbians falls pregnant via immaculate conception, both couples must battle their own conflicting feelings as they soon find out that they are about to co-par

Get ready for a fang-tastic time in South Dublin! Join us for Tallaween in Parthalán Place, Tallaght (Fri 30th Oct) from 12pm - 6pm & Spookdalkin in Brú Chrónáin, Round Tower Visitor Centre in Clondalkin (Sun 1st Nov) from 12.30pm - 5.30pm – frightful fun guaranteed! 👻🕷️ Scan the code… if you dare! 👀

Dockers and Demons Halloween festival bringing the community together in the heart of Ringsend and Irishtown! The Dockers and Demons festival, which began in 2017, is a celebration of community, creative arts and the spooky, set against the backdrop of Dublin’s historic Docklands. Brought to you by Dublin City Council’s South East Area Community Development Team, this annual festival showcases the vibrant local arts scene and serves up an assortment of family-friendly spook-tacular events and ghoulish goings on. Inclusivity and collaboration are at the heart of this festival, with co

Dublin City Council is welcoming families, friends, and Halloween enthusiasts of all ages to celebrate the spooky season at the 'Trick or Treat Main Street Market', taking place on Upper O’ Connell St from Fri 30 Oct – Sun Nov 1. The Halloween Main Street Market will transform the area into a festive autumn destination featuring local vendors, live entertainment, family activities, seasonal treats, and a charming pumpkin patch. Attendees can shop from a variety of makers and small businesses, while enjoying a FREE fun-filled atmosphere designed for all ages. Highlights of the event i

The Irish Mythology Podcast hosted by Marcas Ó hUiscín and Stephanie Ní Thiarnaigh, presents a special live Halloween event exploring Samhain, the ancient Irish festival that marked the beginning of winter and the thinning of the boundary between this world and the Otherworld. Drawing on mythology, folklore, archaeology, literature and oral tradition, the evening will take audiences on a journey through Ireland's supernatural heritage, examining the origins of Halloween and the enduring stories of spirits, fairy hosts, omens, the dead and the Otherworld. The event will combine live po

This Halloween, join guides and local farmers Philip and Daniel for a journey through the remarkable archaeological landscape on their farm at Newtown Hill. Along the way, they’ll share family stories, local history and myths and legends whilst highlighting ancient houses, burial sites, and field systems that date back over 5,000 years. The walk concludes at the summit, where the sun will be setting on Halloween night! Take in breathtaking panoramic views stretching from Dublin Bay to the Wicklow Mountains. 📍 Meeting Point: Johnnie Fox’s Overflow Car Park ⏰ Departure: 3:30pm

Get ready for an evening of reremembering the traditions and rituals of Samhain with six great stories told by writers from Howth Writing Workshop and guests. Special Guest author/national broadcaster Clare McKenna. MC author/documentary-maker Dearbhail MC Donald. Hooks & Reels Samhain at the Castle will celebrate the season with rising musical star Martello and friends. This night promises to be unforgettable. Don't miss out on the ultimate Samhain gathering! There will be fire breathing to add to the atmosphere, laughs and gentle remembering of our ancestors.

Get ready for a scorching Halloween night like never before! Join us on Saturday October 31st, as Events in Fingal proudly presents the "Festival of Fire." This thrilling event will ignite your Halloween spirit at three incredible locations across Fingal: Bremore Castle in Balbriggan, Swords Town Park and Millennium Park in Blanchardstown. Experience the Magic of Music: The Festival of Fire kicks off with an electrifying musical prelude that will set the mood for an unforgettable night. From spine-tingling tunes to haunting melodies, our musical lineup will captivate your senses and keep

The Liberties Haunt brings Halloween to the heart of Dublin 8 on Saturday 31 October, with an evening of creepy circus clown Halloween fun! The event will feature a chilling House of Horrors Haunted house, live entertainment on the big stage and fun activities for young people, families, and the wider community. Running from 5.30pm–8.30pm at The Digital Hub Depot, Roe Lane., the event will also include a sensory-friendly hour from 4.30pm–5.30pm, with sensory-friendly activities continuing during the main event. A Halloween celebration for the local community, brought to you by Dub

The cult hit event Solve-Along-A-Murder, She Wrote returns to Dún Laoghaire for Halloween with an interactive screening of the spooky Murder, She Wrote episode "A Witch’s Curse". A newcomer to Cabot Cove is suspected of witchcraft, but soon there’s a murder only Jessica (or you!) can solve! Solve-Along-A-Murder-She-Wrote returns following riotous presentations in 2025 of Sing a Song of Murder. The show is a unique and hilarious night featuring games, prizes and audience participation, with special permission from NBC Universal Television. Hosted by super-fan Tim Benzie, Solve-Al

Welcome to the mystical worlds of Tim Burton! We invite you to celebrate this Halloween weekend on a journey through the music that made it unforgettable. A unique concert will take place at the iconic O'Reilly Theatre at Belvedere College. From the shimmering wonder of Alice in Wonderland to the festive magic of The Nightmare Before Christmas, from the haunting lyricism of Edward Scissorhands to the eccentric brilliance of Charlie and the Chocolate Factory, and including the darkly captivating world of Netflix's global phenomenon Wednesday, this concert immerses you in the soundscapes tha

The Lark After Dark: Home of Halloween film series runs at The Lark Concert Hall in Balbriggan, Fingal, Dublin on Saturday October 31st featuring classic horror screenings on the big screen. Tickets cost €10 including fees per screening. Schedule: Dr. Jekyll and Mr. Hyde (1920) Date & Time: Saturday, 31 October 2026 at 5:00 pm Dr. Jekyll and Mr. Hyde stars John Barrymore as the respectable doctor whose experiments to separate the good and evil within himself unleash the sinister Mr. Hyde. Nosferatu (1922) Date & Time: Saturday, 31 October 2026 at 7:00 pm With its ee

Clothes Cycle is returning to Dublin this November following a sold-out event earlier this year, which reached capacity three weeks in advance. This time, we’re going bigger, taking over two halls at the RDS and increasing capacity by 50%, with 150+ sellers and thousands of shoppers expected for a full day of second-hand fashion, music, food and entertainment. Across 35,000+ sq ft, visitors will find everything from luxury archive and unique vintage pieces to preloved wardrobes and €2 bargain finds. There’s also plenty happening beyond the shopping, including: ✨ 150+ vintag

The Dún Laoghaire Comedy Festival is back for its fifth year with even more laughs, hilarity, and surprises. The festival features a star-studded lineup of dozens of comedians performing in 30+ unique shows. They’ll perform in various venues across Dún Laoghaire from November 1st to 8th. What started in 2022 with 4 venues, 15 comedians and a borrowed mic stand has grown into one of Ireland's most distinctive comedy festivals, bringing together 14 venues, dozens of comedians and seven days of stand-up, storytelling, live shows and very questionable decisions. Five years on, the festiv

Thinking about studying a degree course at RIAM? Join us at our in-person Open Day to experience what student life is like in Ireland's National Conservatoire. At RIAM, we take pride in knowing our students as individuals and nurturing them to flourish in the music career they aspire to. Join us in person to: Learn about our programmes and why RIAM is the right choice for you Meet the people who may be your future colleagues: our students, faculty and management Tour our campus and visit the stunning Whyte Recital Hall, Dublin's only purpose-built chamber music hall Take pa

Theater Antigone present Wavelength in collaboration with Outlandish Theatre, as part of their Performance Symposium, Theatre Room: Food for Thought Wavelength is the theatrical embodiment of a real conversation between Haider Al Timimi and Lucius Romeo-Fromm about our polarized world. One arrived in Belgium from Iraq; the other from the United States. Together, they share their concerns about the state of things — echo chambers, cancel culture, our cosmic insignificance, and the growing rift between worldviews that makes coexistence seem impossible. From there, they dance in search

Are we ok? Exploring theatre as a place to feel, to hear, to breathe, to touch and to doubt together. The artists, Fióna Bolger, Tara Bredemeier, James Hosty, David Ferreira-Alves and Maud Hendricks, with the audience, upend and reimagine the conventions of theatre anew. Theatre serves here as a place to relate to our uncanny human existences addressing the collective unconscious at a time when violence and grief are undeniable aspects of our experiences. In this Performance Symposium we will collapse the borders between the internal human experience and the external lived experience —

Dublin Book Festival is one of Ireland’s biggest and most dynamic literary festivals, celebrating Ireland's writers, illustrators and publishers. With over 100 events taking place across five days in venues throughout Dublin City, featuring over 200 authors, illustrators, poets and musicians, the festival is packed with events for all ages. Events range from author in-conversations, panel discussions, book launches and literary walking tours, to creative workshops, professional development events, and a full free family and schools’ programme. Genres explored range from contemporary fictio

DGW2026 presents a special series of exhibitions and events that showcase the creative and dynamic energy of Irish contemporary art, reinforcing Dublin’s cultural leadership on the European stage. From Thursday, 5 November to Sunday, 8 November 2026, the Contemporary Art Gallery Association (CAGA) and creative producers SoSimpatico will connect the country’s most exciting artists, galleries and cultural institutions to the public, the collector and the culturally curious alike through a four-day programme of ambitious exhibitions, public events, and cultural exchange. CAGA is the fou

The International Dublin Tattoo Convention is Ireland's premier annual celebration of tattoo culture, bringing over 250 top international and local artists together at the RDS Main Hall. It serves as a showcase for various tattoo styles, including traditional, blackwork, and photorealism, offering live tattooing, competitions, and entertainment for all attendees

Join us for our enchanting evening lectures where we learn about the Vikings in the Isle of Man and the Irish Sea Allison Fox: The forgotten Viking kingdom across the water - Power, culture, and legacy in the Isle of Man. Allison Fox has a Bachelor of Science degree in Archaeological Sciences and a Master of Arts degree in Museum Studies. She is an associate member of both the Chartered Institute for Archaeologists and the Museum Association. Her role as curator of archaeology with Manx National Heritage involves helping to care for, and interpret, the rich archaeological heritage of the I

The UK’s biggest and most popular day time club event Day Fever is coming back to Dublin on Saturday, November 7th at the Academy, Dublin! With a record streak of completely selling out their events from London to Manchester, from Cardiff to Glasgow & more! Guaranteed it will be the afternoon where you will dance like no other. Vicky McClure speaks for us all when she says, 'We knew that there were people out there, like us, who would want to spend a Saturday afternoon partying the day away, but nothing prepared us for the avalanche of tickets that flew out the door! We quickly rea

For the first time since 2023, BEATLES DAY is returning to Dublin. It will take place at the Workman’s Club on Saturday, November 7th. BEATLES DAY 2026 will include live music from THE NEWSPAPER TAXI MEN, FIACH MORIARTY and LENIN & LIONEL. There will also be a performance of the short play LENNON v McCARTNEY, and the famous BEATLES TABLE QUIZ is back by popular demand!

The Let’s Talk Science Festival is back at the Rediscovery Centre -and we are diving once again into the wonders of science, sustainability, and curiosity! Join us on Saturday 7th November 2026 for a spectacular day of discovery. It’s an all-day, family-friendly event packed with exciting STEM activities for all ages. From hands-on experiments to mind-blowing demonstrations, there’s something for every budding scientist to enjoy. Come explore everything from technology and ecosystems to the special science week theme of water and its vital role in our world.Meet an amazing line-up of

Dublin is set to transform on Saturday 7 November, as Dublin By Night Fest returns to kick off Winter in Dublin. Building on the success of last year’s event, which welcomed over 80,000 visitors, 2026 promises to be the biggest and most exciting edition yet. This year, more than 30 city-centre businesses are set to take part in the festivities. Stay tuned for a vibrant programme of music, culture, and city-wide excitement in the heart of Dublin. A family-friendly event, Dublin by Night Fest celebrates Dublin’s Purple Flag status for safe, vibrant nightlife. The festival is jointly

A concert for the Faithful Departed – Duruflé Requiem In May 1940 Germany invaded France. A year later, the Vichy Regime commissioned Maurice Duruflé, the French composer, organist, musicologist, and teacher, to compose a new work. He was 38. Commissioning a new piece of music was a gesture by the Pro-Nazi Vichy government to try and gain favour with the public. The original commission was to compose a symphonic poem but as the war continued, Duruflé decided to compose a Requiem instead. The prevailing mood is one of prayer, tenderness and hope, with moments of immense power arising a

Cheerful Earful began half a decade ago as a four-day festival hosted at a handful of London pubs. Since then, it has grown into the world’s funniest podcast festival: a global community of podcasters and fans, built organically from the ground up. This year, the festival will debut in Dublin with a day-long event on 8 November at Hen’s Teeth, one of the city’s best-loved cultural hubs. Cheerful Earful is the global festival of funny podcasts. Founded in 2022, it takes over stages in London, Melbourne, and New York every Autumn, giving audiences the chance to see their favourite fun

Ireland Card Show is Ireland’s dedicated trading card and collectibles event, bringing together collectors, families, vendors and fans for a huge day celebrating the collecting hobby. The Winter Edition will feature Pokémon, sports cards, Yu-Gi-Oh!, One Piece, Magic: The Gathering and more, with a large selection of vendors, buying, selling and trading, rare cards and collectibles, professional card grading drop-off services, live stage activities, competitions and giveaways. Whether you're an experienced collector or completely new to the hobby, Ireland Card Show is a fun, welcoming

Other Voices: Home is back at the Guinness Storehouse on Sunday, 8 November 2026, and this year it's the start of something extra special. As Other Voices heads for Dingle and its 25th edition, Home sets the journey in motion at St. James's Gate with an intimate night of music and song in the heart of the Liberties. Tickets are just €10, with all proceeds going to the Guinness Dublin 8 Community Fund. Copenhagen five-piece ICEAGE lead the first acts announced, marking their first Irish show since 2018. Over nearly two decades, they've blurred the lines between post-punk, noise rock and ex

Direct from the West End, the Olivier Award-nominated, worldwide smash hit comes to Dublin Welcome to THE CHOIR OF MAN, the best pub in the world… Come ready to drink in the excitement! Brimming with hits from artists such as Queen, Luther Vandross, Sia, Paul Simon, Adele, Guns & Roses, Avicii and Katy Perry to name but a few, this is a pub like no other! A wildly talented group of incredible instrumentalists, world-class wordsmiths, and sensational singers, this cast of nine (extra)ordinary guys serve it all... live! An uplifting celebration of community and friendship where everyone

When love & tragedy collide … Based on Shakespeare’s tale of the star-crossed lovers, Romeo & Juliet is one of the greatest love stories of all time. Against a backdrop of ancient feuds and gang warfare, the ill-fated young couple fall hopelessly in love, but their families are bitter enemies. In order to be together the two lovers must be prepared to risk everything. Against a backdrop of ancient feuds and gang warfare, two souls dare to love. Inspired by Shakespeare’s legendary tale of star-crossed lovers, Romeo & Juliet is a gripping story of passion, defiance, and fate. Rome

Drawing deeply from the music of her ancestors, she weaves Traditional Irish roots with Contemporary sounds and influences. Her songs are deeply connected to place and where folklore, language, and activism rise in song. Known for her raw and infectious energy, she embodies a fearless warrior-like spirit that inspires and unites audiences around the world. Her innovative musical creations are matched by electrifying live performances - Clare brings her audiences on an exhilarating journey full of hope, celebration and heart. Recent festival appearances include Glastonbury, Cambridge Folk Fe

DCU's November Open Days are locked in and we're delighted to welcome you to both our Glasnevin and St Patrick's Campuses on Friday 13 and Saturday 14 November 2026. Throughout the event you will have the opportunity to chat to Current Students, Faculty Staff and Support Units about DCU courses and services. Explore our vibrant campuses, and get excited by the 120+ Clubs and Societies on offer! Registrations are now open: Date: Friday 13 November 2026 Time: 10am - 3pm Location: DCU Glasnevin Campus Date: Saturday 14 November 2026 Time: 10am - 2pm Location: DCU Glasn

Irelands biggest and best art fair is returning to the RDS in November 2026. Art Source will feature work from hundreds of artists and galleries. There will be a range of events and activities taking place during Art Source including workshops, demonstrations and talks. We will also have a zone just for kids where your little one can use their imagination to create their own works of art. Art Source is the most exciting art event of the year, featuring 175 Irish & International artists & galleries gathering together to showcase PAINTING, SCULPTURE, PHOTOGRAPHY, ILLUSTRATION, P

Get ready to glide into the winter season! Ice Skating Blanchardstown returns to Millennium Park, bringing Ireland’s largest and most exciting ice rink to Dublin. As the capital’s premier destination for festive family days out, school trips, and social gatherings with friends, our massive covered ice skating rink in Dublin offers an unforgettable experience on 100% real ice! Why Visit Ice Skating Blanchardstown This Season? When it comes to ice skating in Dublin, our venue provides the ultimate winter attraction for skaters of all skill levels: Ireland’s Biggest Ice Rink: En

Forget pop-up grottos and tinsel-draped sheds, Elf Town is Ireland’s only Christmas experience built with the ambition, scale, and incredible level of detail to match any world-class Christmas production. Every set within the enormous Dublin and Galway locations is hand-crafted, every character fully realised, and every child’s journey designed to feel truly magical from start to finish. With over €3.7 million invested this year, the most to date, Elf Town 2025 is set to be the best yet. Following a sell-out season in 2025 that welcomed more than 115,000 visitors, Elf Town returns in

University College Dublin invites secondary school students, mature students, their families and guidance counsellors to the UCD Open Day taking place on Saturday, 14 November 2026. One of the best ways to experience UCD is to come to our Open Day. You will gain a real insight into the student experience and life at UCD. Explore our wonderful campus, attend subject talks, speak to staff and students and take a campus tour. *REGISTRATION WILL OPEN IN SEPTEMBER

Professor Brian Cox is back with his new world tour Emergence. Brian has appeared in many landmark science programmes for BBC radio and television over the last 15 years, from the Peabody Award-winning Wonders of the Solar System to the world-wide hit series The Planets. In the winter of 1610 Johannes Kepler was crossing Prague’s Charles Bridge when he noticed a snowflake land on his arm. Why, he asked, are all snowflakes six-cornered? “I do not believe,” he wrote, “that even in a snowflake, this ordered pattern exists at random.” 400 years later, we have part of the answer.

Music Network brings 2026 to a spectacular close with the phenomenal Cheng² Duo. Acclaimed for their electrifying chemistry and flawless performances, cellist Bryan Cheng and pianist Silvie Cheng share more than musical brilliance. As siblings, their deep bond and intuitive connection infuse every note with warmth, vitality and authenticity. Performing an exquisite programme entitled A Hero’s Welcome, expect to hear the finest interpretations of sonatas by Brahms and Poulenc, an enchanting fairytale by Janáček and a gorgeous Music Network commission. Prize-winners and rising star

A new play by Stephen Jones written for the Glass Mask Theatre Stage In a storm-beaten cottage on Ireland’s western edge, two estranged lovers reunite for a single night of reckoning. Shadows lengthen, old wounds stir, and memory becomes a haunting presence. The Last Pagans is a gothic tale of love’s decay, fragile hope, and the ghosts we choose to face at last.

This Christmas, the Gate Theatre invites audiences to step into the world of Bedford Falls with a stage production of the timeless classic, It’s a Wonderful Life. Adapted by Mary Elliott Nelson and directed by Claire O’Reilly, this new version brings the beloved story of George Bailey to life with a fresh, theatrical spirit. The play follows the life of George Bailey, a man with big dreams of travelling the world and building skyscrapers, who instead finds himself rooted in his hometown by duty and heart. On a fateful, snowy Christmas Eve, facing financial ruin and despair, George conte

Join us at the 8th Annual AI Awards to honour Ireland’s AI excellence About This Event Join us on Tuesday, 17th November 2026 at the Radisson Blu Royal Hotel, Golden Lane, Dublin 8, for Ireland’s premier celebration of artificial intelligence. In partnership with principal sponsor Microsoft, the AI Awards is more than an awards ceremony; it is a gathering of Ireland’s thriving AI community. It’s your opportunity to connect with innovators, explore emerging ideas, and celebrate the breakthroughs shaping the future of technology and society. Proudly Supported By This year’s

Storytelling in his blood, music in his bones – Aindrias de Staic weaves Ireland’s living lore By the Light of the Silvery Moon. Seamlessly combining myth, mischief, storytelling and music, Aindrias invites audiences into an high-energy show that pulses with life. A true pioneer in reviving Ireland’s bardic tradition, Aindrias draws on inspirations from Raifteirí an Fhíle, Brian Merriman, and Aindrias MacCruitín. He has honed a contemporary seanchaí style that remains firmly rooted in the traditions of the West. Enhancing each tale with a live sonic landscape, Aindrias is jo

Join us on campus on November 20th and Saturday 21st. Find answers to all your questions about our degrees, supports, student life and more. Hear first hand from our students and staff about studying and life at Maynooth University. Attend talks to find out more about your preferred courses, take a tour of our campus or meet our students and staff in person in the TSI Building to have a chat and find answers to any questions you have about studying at Maynooth. Talks Find out more about the courses, supports and opportunities available to you by attending some of our talks on the day.

“I want fame. Real proper fame. A thunderstorm of fame.” Irina (Aisling O’Sullivan), a fading star of the stage, returns to her family estate to see her volatile son Konstantin with her lover Boris in tow. Nina, an aspiring actress and Konstantin’s newest obsession, draws everyone – including Boris -into her orbit and the tensions simmering beneath the surface of this idyllic countryside retreat begin to bubble over. Ambitions collide, resentments surface and longing spirals out of control. How do we shape each other? What happens when we don’t get what we want? What happen

Treat yourself to an evening of laughter and triumph, as Norma Sheahan, one of Ireland’s leading dramatic actors, breathes new life into Willy Russell’s effervescent and iconic character SHIRLEY VALENTINE. Trapped in a dreary marriage and humdrum life, Shirley wonders when she lost her hopeful, youthful self. With no support from her demanding husband, snooty neighbour, or self-absorbed teens, Shirley resorts to full-blown (although somewhat one-sided) conversations with her kitchen wall. So, when a divorced friend asks Shirley to go on a vacation to Greece, she bravely gathers what re

THINK HAPPY THOUGHTS AND GET READY FOR DUBLIN'S MOST MAGICAL PANTO! Produced as always by the brilliant TheatreworX Productions, NEVERLAND promises a swashbuckling mix of festive fun, magical mischief, and spectacular adventure for the whole family. Join Lola, Buddy, Laurel, and a host of unforgettable new characters as they journey to a world of pirates, fairies, forgotten powers and belly laughs in Dublin’s Most Magical Panto! ​

The Dead by James Joyce, a thrilling immersive theatre experience and a uniquely intimate way for small audience groups to experience Joyce's greatest short story. Snow was general all over Ireland. Following two completely sold-out runs, The Dead by James Joyce, a thrilling immersive theatre experience, returns by popular demand to Museum of Literature Ireland from 20 November 2026 - 31 January 2027. This unforgettable production of Joyce's masterpiece takes place in the rich historical interior and unseen rooms of UCD Newman House. Audiences are greeted by the maid Lily – who is l

TwinkleTown returns to Dublin City this Christmas with ice skating, the Santo Panto, festive food and drink, live music and much more. Dublin City Council is delighted to announce today that there will be a second TwinkleTown Christmas event and experience. TwinkleTown southside in partnership with Dublin City Council will take place in Saint Patricks Park in the Liberties. The park will be transformed for the first time with spectacular lighting, Christmas-themed carousels, and choral performances from Sing Ireland. TwinkleTown will also return to Smithfield Square with ice skating, San

COMIC CON IRELAND is one of Monopoly Events' newest pop culture conventions, and our first in the Republic of Ireland! Ready to welcome thousands of fans annually to the RDS, Dublin in 2026. ​We’re all a fan of something, and Comic Con Ireland aims to be the best place to celebrate all things pop culture. As well as having the chance to meet your heroes, get an item signed or take a photo with your heroes, many guests will also appear live on stage so you’ll get to hear directly about their new projects and previous roles. Outside of the celebs you can get your picture taken with s

We look forward to welcoming you to our beautiful, historic campus in the heart of Dublin for our Open Day on Saturday 21 November 2026, 10am-4.30pm. Meet our professors and students, attend our course talks, take a campus tour and discover all that Trinity College Dublin has to offer.

When Riverdance and Stomp collide, a storm is born! Direct from the West End, Emerald Storm is the electrifying new dance show starring Adam Garcia and Tom Ball. Produced by and starring for the first time, Adam Garcia (Coyote Ugly, Saturday Night Fever) leads this boundary-breaking production, fusing the fire of Irish dance with the grit of urban tap in a high-impact night of rhythm and spectacle. Featuring Britain’s Got Talent finalist Tom Ball performing live, the show blends dance, music and voice into one driving, immersive experience.​ Defying convention and reimagining t

The landmark tour will see Anna bring the full power of the organ to Dublin, performing on her new bespoke touring organ! Decorated with numerous accolades, including an MBE in the 2024 New Year’s Honours list and inclusion in the 2025 Sunday Times Young Power List, Anna has become one of the most visible and exciting figures in classical music today. With more than 4 million followers across TikTok and other platforms, she has helped open the organ up to listeners who may never have previously encountered the instrument in a concert setting. As the official organist of the UK’s Roya

It wouldn’t be Christmas without a visit to the Gaiety Panto! Celebrating over 150 years of pantomime, the Gaiety Theatre has announced that next year's highly anticipated Christmas pantomime will be Robin Hood with performances from 22 November 2026 until 3 January 2027. Join Robin Hood in this swashbuckling spectacle, where he robs from the rich to give to the poor. The dastardly ‘Sheriff of Snottingham’ is no match for this band of rebels, and as always, good conquers evil…! With frolics and mayhem and of course Panto merriment, follow Robin’s journey as he knocks the deviou

Following the success of our inauguaral Dublin event last year, we are delighted to be returning this November for a very special evening at The Sugar Club. Supported by The Arts Council, and in association with Music Network, we are thrilled to present three outstanding acts from Ireland and across Europe. The 2026 lineup features Väsen, the internationally acclaimed Swedish folk duo whose virtuosic musicianship and innovative approach to traditional music have earned them a worldwide following. Joining them are Duo Ruut, the remarkable Estonian duo whose distinctive combination of two vo

Ahead of their forthcoming album ‘Songs From The Wedding Cake’, Blossoms have announced a headline show at 3Olympia Theatre, Dublin on Tuesday 24th November 2026. Blossoms are an English indie rock band from Stockport, Greater Manchester, England. Formed in 2013, the band consists of Tom Ogden (lead vocals, guitar), Charlie Salt (bass guitar, backing vocals), Josh Dewhurst (lead guitar, percussion), Joe Donovan (drums) and Myles Kellock (keyboards, synthesizer, backing vocals).

Critically acclaimed British singer and songwriter and one of the most vital feminist voices in music Paris Paloma, announces her second album The Fatal Flaw, set for release on September 4th via Nettwerk Music Group. She has also announced details of The Fatal Flaw tour, which includes a show in The National Stadium, Dublin on 25th November 2026.

Four weeks. Six women. One last Christmas together. The world premiere of The Magnificent invites us into the last Christmas together for a remarkable group of nuns who have lived together for many years. Through the eyes of their new nurse, Rose, we discover these unforgettable women who are complicated, contrary, and full of stories. The Magnificent explores the tensions and tenderness between them, as the consequences of their careers, lives and choices come knocking. A warm, witty and deeply human new play written by Erica Murray, The Magnificent is directed by one of Ireland’

EXILE is a unique collaborative production, merging theatre and music to explore the extraordinary life of Fenian, poet, convict, journalist and orator John Boyle O'Reilly from Dowth County Meath. This exciting new work is written by Deirdre Kinahan and features some of Ireland’s greatest musicians. Deirdre Kinahan is acclaimed for shining a light on somewhat forgotten or overlooked stories from history, giving us insight not only into what happened but the men and women themselves. In EXILE she joins with collaborators and musicians in exploring his radical soul, creating a moving elegy of

‘Ireland is full’? Of what exactly? A birthday celebration turns febrile when a rural Irish family address their sister’s relationship with a refugee.  Fierce, funny and immediate, ADRIFT is a contemporary family drama exploring the psychology of fear and Ireland’s complex relationship with emigration from acclaimed playwright Deirdre Kinahan (REFUGE, The Homecoming of Joesph Grace, The Saviour, Rathmines Road). ‘You can’t even have the conversation!’ Well, what better place than theatre?  In ADRIFT, Kinahan explores the ironic rise of Irish anti-immigrant sentimen

Bell X1 are an Irish musical group, the members of which are Paul Noonan, Dave Geraghty and Dominic Phillips. Formed in 1999, they have released 8 studio albums, 4 of which having been nominated for the Choice Music Prize. Over the past 2 decades they have become recognized as one of Ireland’s most popular live performers. They are known for their versatile musical palette, lyrical dexterity and catalogue of popular singles. Their albums vary in sound and style, their range taking in pop, alternative, indie, hard rock, post-punk, acoustic, lo-fi, folk-rock, ballad, synth-pop, new wave and el

This program offers a new perspective on the iconic cycle The Four Seasons. Rather than presenting one unified version, the concert takes you on a seasonal journey, alternating between Vivaldi's vivid Baroque original and Richter's contemporary reimagining. Each movement is a conversation between centuries, between tradition and innovation, between the handwritten and the cinematic. Max Richter, one of today's most acclaimed composers, gained global recognition with Recomposed: Vivaldi – The Four Seasons, a project that seamlessly blends classical strings with ambient minimalism. Since it

Enjoy a weekend filled with creativity, community and connection at our 2025 Christmas Fair. The Richmond Barracks Christmas Fair will celebrate the winter season with lots of unique gifts, seasonal crafts and products to buy. People can also try something new at our various family friendly workshops for all ages and enjoy festive music, hot drinks and treats. Come together to meet artists, makers, producers and small businesses as we celebrate the season. The fair is family-friendly, with entertainment and creative activities for all ages. There will be workshops, stalls, entertainme

This Can Only Happen Once is a stand-up show where the audience doesn’t just watch the comedy—they become part of it. Every night is built around the people in the room, with spontaneous moments, unpredictable stories and one-off interactions that can never be recreated. No two audiences are the same, so no two shows will ever be the same. What happens tonight, stays tonight.

One body becomes many. A voice becomes a chorus. David Bolger’s luminous new work finds poetry, wit and possibility in the company of others. Featuring music by Denis Clohessy, lighting by John Gunning, costumes by Arran Murphy, and hair & makeup by Val Sherlock. For cast and creative team biographies and more visit coisceim.com. With Sibéal Davitt. Anderson de Souza. Alex O’Neill. Simone O’Toole. Anne Rowe. Mufutau Yusuf.....And more performers to be announced.

Helloooo, poppets! MRS. DOUBTFIRE, the West End's hit comedy musical based on the beloved film is heading to Dublin from 2 December - 3 January 2027 . This ‘genuinely funny' (Time Out) show features all the iconic moments you love, plus fabulous new songs and dazzling dance numbers! Put it all together, and you've got a 'surefire hit' (The Telegraph, Daily Express) that can't be missed. Out-of-work actor Daniel (played by the critically acclaimed Gabriel Vick*, original London company) will do anything for his kids. After losing custody in a messy divorce, he creates the alter ego of Scot

Fresh from a critically acclaimed sellout run off-Broadway, nominated for Best Solo Performance by The New York Critics Outer Circle Awards, this is pure distilled theatre. Mary Kate O Flanagan tells six of the tales that made her a Grand Slam Champion Storyteller at The Moth on two continents, while making a case for why understanding how storytelling works will change your life. Story is Mary Kate’s religion and she’s on a mission to share the deep solace of storytelling and make you laugh while she’s at it.

The Guinness Choir presents Handel’s Messiah at St Patrick’s Cathedral on 5 December 2026. Join us for a spectacular evening of music! The Guinness Choir is delighted to present Handel’s Messiah at the magnificent St Patrick’s Cathedral on 5 December 2026. Join us for a wonderful evening of music as we bring Handel’s much-loved masterpiece to life, featuring its stirring choruses, beautiful arias, and unforgettable Hallelujah Chorus. It promises to be a very special celebration of music, tradition, and the festive season. Directed by our Music Director, Ciarán Kelly, and ac

Ireland’s most exciting panto flys into The National Stadium in a blaze of colour, comedy and craic! This Christmas, Sammy Sausages & Buffy take flight in Aladdin – A Sammy & Buffy Adventure … a whirlwind of laughs, music and magical mayhem for the whole family. Written once again by Karl Broderick, it’s a laugh-a-minute extravaganza for the whole family. Family tickets for all shows are on sale now … but once the best value family tickets are gone … they are GONE!

Guinness Choir presents Bach’s Christmas Oratorio alongside festive favourites—a joyful celebration of timeless Christmas music. Join the Guinness Choir for a joyful Christmas celebration, featuring highlights from Bach’s magnificent Christmas Oratorio alongside a selection of much-loved seasonal classics. Enjoy a warm, uplifting programme of choral music that brings together timeless tradition and some sing-along festive favourites. Directed by Ciarán Kelly and featuring alto soloist Leanne Fitzgerald and organist David Leigh, this is a lovely night out in city centre Dublin.

Bill Bailey returns with new show, Vaudevillean Before streaming, before tv, before cinema, before even radio… There was Vaudeville! This was the prime-time entertainment of its day. A celebration of comedy, songs, and multifarious skills. Tales of showbiz, tales of the city. Tales of the strange, the unusual… All with the aim to amuse and amaze a broad audience. Enthralling family fun, to divert and transport from the tribulations of daily life! Bill Bailey returns with a show that celebrates this great tradition, as the versatile multi-instrumental, multi-lingual, purveyor of hu

Olly, Polly & Dolly return in Cinderella: Olly and the Glass Slipper - it’s the Fairy Godmother of all Pantos! Ireland’s funniest panto is back after last year’s sell-out season! Oh yes, it is! And this time, it’s the beloved classic Cinderella - the timeless fairytale where dreams really do come true! Have a ball at 3Olympia Theatre this Christmas, as Olly and the gang cause mayhem and rescue Cinderella from her outrageous Ugly Sisters! Don’t miss Ireland’s ONLY laugh-a-minute pantomime! Celebrating 22 magical years at 3Olympia, it’s become a must-see tradition f

Rapunzel lets down her hair in the heart of Dublin for festive panto magic at The Ambassador Theatre. Starring Nicole Filan as Rapunzel, the production promises a warm, funny and family-friendly show for children, parents, grandparents and anyone who loves a proper Christmas outing in the city. The show is produced by Showbiz Productions, led by Andrea Kavanagh of The Showbiz Academy, whose work with young performers and family entertainment has made her a familiar name in Irish stage circles.