Brigid is revered as both an ancient Irish goddess and a Christian saint, celebrated for her powerful associations with sunrise, fire, and gold. Join us as we explore Brigid alongside other remarkable women represented in the Chester Beatty collections, and create your own richly embellished portrait inspired by these saints, goddesses, and queens.

Brigit x District continues the festival weekend with Muireann Bradley, one of the most distinctive young voices currently emerging from Ireland’s folk and blues tradition. An 18-year-old singer and guitarist from Ballybofey, County Donegal, Bradley specialises in acoustic fingerpicking styles drawn from early country, Piedmont and ragtime blues. Her debut album I Kept These Old Blues brought this tradition to new audiences, earning widespread attention for its clarity, restraint and deep respect for the form. Rooted in careful listening and craft, her playing carries the weight of musica

Dublin Racing Festival never fails to deliver the ultimate social and racing experience. The showcase returns to Leopardstown on 31st January and 1st February 2026. Make the most of the February Bank Holiday weekend and expect something different! Every year, a massive crowd of almost 25,000 fans flocked to Leopardstown, in the heart of Ireland’s capital city, to enjoy top-class racing as well as live entertainment and delicious food. All of the best horses, trainers and jockeys competing over the weekend for the eight Grade One races and over €2 million Euro in prize-money on off