Join an online introductory tour to learn about the history of Collins Barracks, from the 1700s to the present day and its transition from Barracks to Museum, taking in some of the highlights from the Museum's military history and decorative arts collections.
Join an online introductory tour to learn about the history of Collins Barracks, from the 1700s to the present day and its transition from Barracks to Museum, taking in some of the highlights from the Museum's military history and decorative arts collections.
The annual 3-day event for young film fans. This year’s selection of new international films and an Irish classic share themes of imagination and being yourself. With lots of creative activities to enjoy across the weekend!
IFI Family Festival 2026, a vibrant three-day event running from Friday, August 21st to Sunday, August 23rd for young film fans!
Specially curated for young audiences and their families, this year’s festival explores the themes of being yourself and the power of imagination, offering a wide range of screenings and hands-on experiences for all ages.
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Louis Stewart’s JOYCE NOTES
Royal Irish Academy of Music
Jazz music and spoken word performance inspired by James Joyce's Ulysses at the Royal Irish Academy of Music.
Livia Records in association with the James Joyce Centre presents JOYCE NOTES, performed by the Conor Guilfoyle Septet with Barry McGovern on Thursday, 3 September at 7.30pm in the Whyte Recital Hall, Royal Irish Academy of Music.
JOYCE NOTES, legendary Irish jazz guitarist Louis Stewart’s six-part suite based on scenes from James Joyce’s groundbreaking novel, Ulysses, will be performed for the first time since 1993, coinciding with the release of the original performance rec
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The BIG Type Festival
National Print Museum
The National Print Museum is proud to announce the programme for The BIG Type Festival, a three-day celebration of print, typography, design and creativity, which will take place from 4 – 6 September 2026 and mark the Museum’s 30th anniversary.
Bringing together artists, designers, writers and printmakers from Ireland and abroad, the festival will celebrate the enduring influence of print culture through a programme of talks, workshops, demonstrations, music and family-friendly events.
Reflecting on the Museum’s commitment to connecting traditional craft with contemporary culture a