Open House Dublin is a free festival of architecture with guided tours and events taking place across the city and county each October. Brought to you by the Irish Architecture Foundation, the festival celebrates great architecture, urban design and the people that contribute to the creation of built Dublin. Open House Dublin is part of the Open House Worldwide international network of 50 organisations hosting festivals and conversations about architecture, design and cities across the globe from Lagos to Taipei, and New York to Santiago. We are uniquely positioned to take the lead on publi

Uniquely curated by librarians, the Red Line Book Festival brings readers, writers and communities together for seven days of conversations, performances, workshops and shared experiences. Events take place in libraries, theatres and cultural spaces across South Dublin County. What to Expect: Author Talks & Panels: Conversations featuring local, national, and international writers across various genres. Workshops: Practical sessions covering writing, creativity, and new perspectives. Performances & Poetry: Live performances, dramatic readings, and dedicated poetry even

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.