Africa Day is the annual day that commemorates the foundation of the African Union and celebrates the people and culture of African countries.
In Ireland, the day is celebrated with events taking place in towns and cities around the country alongside the flagship Dublin event which takes place on Sunday 17 May, 2026 at the Royal Hospital Kilmainham.
Organised in partnership between the Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade, and Dublin City Council, 15,000 people attended the event in the Royal Hospital Kilmainham last year where they were entertained by over 40 musical acts, dancers an
What's on
Oíche Ólaíochta Báile Átha Cliath – Pint of Science
Anseo
Reáchtálfar an Oíche Ólaíochta trí Ghaeilge. Foghlaim faoi coiméad ag iompar rún, tiochar próitéin bheag ar sláinte na scamhóg, damhsa cuaille, agus tuilleadh! Ní gá a bheith líofa nó cúlra san eolaíocht a bheith agat - fáilte roimh chách!
Irish-language event; learn about the secrets comets carry, effects of a tiny protein on lung health, pole dancing, and more! No need for fluency or scientific background - all welcome!
What's on
Pint of Science Festival
Various Locations
Pint of Science brings some of the most brilliant scientists to your local pubs and cafes to discuss their latest research and findings with you. You don't need any prior experience, and this is your chance to meet the people responsible for the future of science (and have a drink with them). The festival runs over a few days in May every year, but we occasionally run events during other months.
Pint of Science Ireland will be hosting our 2026 festival on May 18th, 19th and 20th.
Topics for the festival include:
Beautiful Mind - neuroscience, psychology, and psychiatry
Atoms to G