Dublin Fringe Festival is a curated, multidisciplinary arts festival and a year-round artist support organisation. We create a framework for artistic risk, offering opportunities for artists to challenge and invigorate their practice, and extend the possibilities of what art can be. We seek out and present contemporary, playful and provocative new work made by Irish and international artists of vision in an annual celebration all over the city. From form-busting theatre productions, electric dance performance, immersive installations to epic party nights out, every event is curated to ignit

Dublin Comedy Festival 2026, proudly sponsored by Rockshore, returns for its third year with its biggest programme yet — expanding from its beginnings as Dublin West Comedy Fest into a festival that brings top-class comedy, music and entertainment to communities across Dublin and beyond. What started as a local celebration of comedy has grown into a multi-venue festival featuring Ireland’s favourite comedians, international stars, podcasts, improv, cabaret, drag, brunch events and live music.

Two Spectacular Days on Land and Water! Come down, get on the water, explore the quays and join in the fun Dublin City Council Liffey Festival brings together a fantastic programme of activities, performances, maritime experiences and family-friendly entertainment along the quays and on the river in the heart of Dublin. Step aboard visiting ships, try a new sport, follow the historic Liffey Swim, join walking tours, discover the stories of the river, watch spectacular aerial and jet pack displays, enjoy live music and street theatre performances, and gather along the quays for Sunday’s Dub

The 21st edition of Culture Night will take place on Friday 18th September 2026. Museums, galleries, cathedrals, artist studios, libraries, parks, historic landmarks, government buildings, theatres, music venues, community centres, and more will open their doors to the public as the city comes alive with exhilarating live acts, specially curated tours, hands-on workshops, pop-up performances, and many more bespoke one-night-only events. Full programme details announced soon....

Discover Talbot Street is a vibrant, weekend festival inviting local residents, businesses, foodies and weekend explorers to experience one of Dublin’s best-known city streets in a new way. Over one weekend, Talbot Street comes alive, showcasing: Global food offerings Music Entertainment Interactive activities A Gaeltacht experience Lots more unexpected discoveries around every corner! Visitors are invited to explore, sample, shop, eat and play, while spending time embracing the local community Talbot St has to offer. Activities and experiences will be spread thro

IFI Documentary Festival 2026, the annual celebration of non-fiction filmmaking, will take place from Wednesday 23rd to Sunday 27th September. From the thrilling to the thoughtful, from the historical to the topical, this brilliant selection of films showcases a diverse range of topics told with candour, artistry and a profound humanity. Documentary, as a form, has never been more popular or vital, and the numerous Q&As and panel discussions will deepen audiences' engagement with the films and the artists who create them. With 13 feature documentaries which include 7 Irish premieres, 2 shorts

Dublin Theatre Festival brings world-class theatre to Dublin, supports artists in creating outstanding work and provides a platform to showcase the best of Irish theatre to the world. They bring world-class theatre to Dublin, support artists in creating outstanding work and provide a platform to showcase the best of Irish theatre to the world. At the heart of the festival is the city of Dublin – its people and its stories – and a commitment to contributing to the vibrant social and cultural life of our capital. Their mission is to present a programme of exceptional theatrical experie

FORUM is an Intercultural Artists’ Network Festival, set to be held on the 25—26 September 2026. Over the past year, South Dublin County Intercultural Artists’ Network has been connecting and networking artists from different disciplines in the county, making space for interaction and creating new opportunities to make work. FORUM is a landmark occasion that celebrates these diverse artistic voices. Join us for two days of lively multidisciplinary events, from panel discussions to workshops, performances and visual arts, showcasing the cultural vibrancy of the people we have conne

In September 2026, Frank Harte Festival will celebrate its 21st anniversary commemorating the life and work of Frank Harte. We hope you can join us in the heart of Dublin for singing sessions, a song workshop, a singing & walking tour, an illustrated talk, and An Cheolchoirm Mhór (The Grand Concert). An Góilín, as the leading promoter of traditional singing in Dublin, organised the first Frank Harte Festival in 2006, following the death of Frank Harte (1933-2005), a close associate and friend. Since its inception the festival has become a focus for traditional singing. The guest list