Red Line Book Festival

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Various Locations, Monday 12th October - Sunday 18th October

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 events like the Red Line Poetry Evening and competition awards.
  • Family & Schools Program: Events, illustrations, and storytelling sessions designed for children, families, and secondary schools.
  • Diverse Genres: Programming spans fiction, non-fiction, history, crime fiction, comedy, and more.

Date:
Monday 12th October - Sunday 18th October
Time:
Varies
Price:
Varies
Address:
South Dublin, County Dublin, Ireland

Google Map of South Dublin, County Dublin, Ireland

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