Imbolc 2026 Fair — 4th Edition

Returning for its fourth year, the Imbolc Fair transforms Meeting House Square into a lively gathering place to welcome spring and honour the enduring spirit of the Celtic goddess Brigit. From 11:00–17:00, expect music, making, food, stories and hands-on experiences rooted in tradition and reimagined for today – alongside delicious foods and hot drinks to taste from Little Catch Seafood and Beannery Vintage Coffee Van

Drop in for an hour or spend the full afternoon — this is a joyful, inclusive celebration of light, creativity and seasonal change for all ages.

Scroll down to explore the full programme of activities happening throughout the day.

Live DJ Set with Louise Bruton
Enjoy a vibrant daytime DJ set celebrating Brigit through music. Louise Bruton plays exclusively female artists, creating a joyful, energising soundtrack for the square.

Crafting Spring: Rush & Straw Craft with Steffi Otto
Ecologist and craft worker Steffi Otto leads relaxed, hands-on sessions using rushes and straw. Learn traditional techniques tied to seasonal renewal and work slowly with natural materials.
Free, drop in.

Spring Wreaths Workshop with Flowerpop
Celebrate the turning of the seasons by creating your own spring wreath to bring home using fresh, seasonal flowers and natural materials. Guided by expert florists, this workshop celebrates renewal, light and new beginnings.
Workshops run on the hour.| Tickets €25 pp (advance booking recommended) | Book Here

Flower Crown Workshop with Flowerpop
Step into your goddess energy by designing your own flower crown to bring home. Choose your stems and craft a wearable piece guided by expert florists in this playful, creative workshop.
Workshops run on the hour. | Tickets €20 pp (advance booking recommended) | Book Here

Live Screenprinting with Damn Fine Print
Try your hand at screenprinting and take home a vibrant print. Choose from three bold Brigit designs by Jill & Gill, created for 2024–2026. Damn Fine Print will show you the ropes, you bring the enthusiasm and walk away with your very own keepsake to hang proudly on your wall.
Free, first come, first served

Tufting Brigit: Symbols in Thread
Explore the tactile art of tufting with Let’s Create Dublin. Create a small tufted design inspired by Brigit’s symbols — fire, fertility and creativity — with guidance from expert instructors.
Free, drop in

Renew & Rewear: A Brigit Clothes Swap
Refresh your wardrobe sustainably with this friendly clothes swap by Change Clothes. Bring clean, good-quality items and swap for something new-to-you. Rooted in care, community and reuse.

Go Fly Your Brigit Kite — Kids & Family Workshop
Families are invited to create colourful St Brigid–inspired kites together. Using a themed template, children and adults design a kite celebrating Brigid’s spirit of hope, kindness and renewal — ready to fly again and again.

Brigit’s Table: Tales & Tastings
Join food writers Ali Dunworth and Satina Kennedy for a pop-up exploring Brigit’s food and drink connections, with stories and tastings from Irish artisan producers.
Tasting talks run on the hour | Tickets €5 | Book Here

Traditional Butter Making with Daisy Cottage Farm
Discover Ireland’s rich butter-making traditions with Daisy Cottage Farm in this hands-on, family-friendly workshop. Churn and pat fresh butter while learning about its cultural roots and connection to seasonal celebrations like Imbolc.
Demos run on the hour | Tickets €5 | Book Here

Shaping Brigit: Clay Tile Making for All Ages
Create a decorative clay tile inspired by St Brigid’s Cross with ceramic artist Shauna. This relaxed workshop welcomes all ages and abilities — no experience needed. Take your tile home to dry as a lasting Imbolc keepsake.
Free, drop in

Brigit Facepainting with Magic Face Wand
Transform into the Celtic Goddess Brigit with stunning face art by Magic Face Wand. Let your inner goddess shine as you get beautifully painted in honor of Brigit’s spirit. A magical way to celebrate the day!
Free, first come, first served.

St. Brigid’s Cloak (Barnardo Square)
St. Brigid's Cloak is a gentle puppet show inspired by the Irish legend of Brigid, daughter of a chieftain and a Christian slave, who grew to become one of Ireland’s first women saints. Strong, caring, and determined, Brigid devoted her life to helping others and dreamed of creating a monastery where learning, illuminated manuscripts, and metalwork could flourish. Through the magic of her miraculous cloak, she challenges power with compassion. Performed by Julie-Rose McCormick, this enchanting blend of puppetry and storytelling celebrates kindness, generosity, and community, offering young audiences a warm, imaginative journey rooted in Irish tradition.

Presented to you by Brigit 2026: Dublin City Celebrating Women, a Dublin City Council initiative.