This January, First Fortnight returns to challenge mental health stigma and promote mental wellbeing through a national celebration of arts and culture. With a dynamic programme spanning music, theatre, visual arts, and workshops, the festival brings communities together to spark conversation and inspire change. From marking Nollaig na mBan in Whelans with renowned singer Mary Coughlan and poet Paula Meehan to exploring homelessness through creative expression, the 2025 programme offers something for everyone. Below are some highlights: Festival Highlights Workshops ● Mini Placard Move

Pendulum Summit, The World’s No. 1 Business & Leadership Summit will be back at the Convention Centre Dublin on January 8th & 9th 2025. Our annual inspiring and actionable 2-day programme brings together the best orators & authorities on the planet to share their insights and empower our delegates to maximise their impact and potential in all aspects of their lives. Pendulum delivers solutions in vocational training for individuals, companies, and business clients, in leadership, high performance, self-empowerment, and a myriad of other professional growth areas. The networkin

The public exhibition takes place in the R.D.S. Dublin from Thursday 9th to Saturday 11th January from 9.30am to 5.30pm* each day. 550 amazing student projects will compete in the 60th BT Young Scientist & Technology Exhibition. We also have four packed exhibition halls and the Primary Science Fair all full of exciting things to see and do, designed to stimulate the minds of young and old alike. 2025 is BT’s 25th year as both organiser and title sponsor of the event and to celebrate we are once again featuring some brilliant attractions. *Friday 10th and Saturday 11th doors will close