Poetry Day Ireland is an annual island-wide celebration of poetry taking place on Thursday May 1st, 2025 with the theme May Day!  The Theme May Day offers a rich source of poetic inspiration. As the midpoint between the spring and autumn equinox, May Day is deeply rooted in ancient traditions, including the fire festival of Bealtaine, symbolising renewal, hope, and abundance. The day is also recognised globally as International Workers’ Day, a time for reflection on solidarity, unity, and collective strength. Submissions are now open for the Bright Ideas bursary, as well as gen

Culture Date with Dublin 8 is a neighbourhood initiative, which aims to celebrate Dublin 8’s rich cultural, historical and architectural heritage while encouraging people who are living, working and visiting the area to explore what is on their doorstep. This collaborative project and programme of events aims to connect with and amplify the wider efforts being made to regenerate the area, highlighting all the great things there are to see and do in Dublin 8 to locals and visitors alike. This years event takes place from Wednesday 7th to Sunday 11th May.

The Drivalia Sandyford 5K is more than just a race—it’s a celebration of fitness, fun, and community! Established in 2015, the event is hosted by non-profit DSD Events in association with the Sandyford Business District. What started as a run primarily for corporate teams has now grown into an event that welcomes the entire Sandyford community, including local residents and families. With Drivalia as our new headline sponsor, we are excited to continue expanding and making the event bigger and better each year. Our mission is to: Promote health and wellness among community membe