The Dublin Festival of History will run from 26 September to 11 October 2026. The Dublin Festival of History is an annual free festival, brought to you by Dublin City Council, and organised by Dublin City Libraries, in partnership with the Dublin City Council Culture Company. Now in its fourteenth year, the festival has built a reputation for shining a fresh perspective on history and its importance in our everyday lives, attracting best-selling Irish and international historians to Dublin for a high-profile programme of history talks and debate each Autumn. Admission is FREE to all e

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

Dublin City Council and the North East Inner City (NEIC) Initiative are delighted to announce the return of SwellFest to Mountjoy Square, Dublin 1 on 3rd October from 12pm to 6pm. This free family festival encourages people of all ages and abilities to get involved in a huge range of sports activities, wellness talks, and demos. Attendees will have the unique opportunity to sit in on live conversations with World Cup star Roberto “Pico” Lopez, alongside popular local podcasters Terence Power and Calvin O'Brien. Adding to the lineup, Bohemians Football Club will be hosting a special take