Arts & ExhibitionsUntil 31 Dec · Dublin
Through a series of striking displays, the exhibition brings audiences on a visual journey of the Live Aid concerts, capturing the behind-the-scenes preparations, atmosphere and iconic performances by bands and artists on both sides of the Atlantic as the day unfolded. From Status Quo, U2 and David Bowie in London, to Black Sabbath and Run DMC in Philadelphia Live Aid at the National Library of Ireland immerses visitors in the scale and spirit of this iconic event from the intimacy of the…
Tours & HeritageUntil 12 Dec · Dublin
A fun and exciting walking tour of James Joyce's Dublin offered by the James Joyce Centre. Though Joyce lived most of his life outside of Ireland, Dublin would provide the backdrop for virtually all of his work. On a stroll around the inner city, our guide will explain the real-life inspiration behind some of Joyce’s most celebrated writing, demonstrating just how central the streetscape of the ‘Hibernian metropolis’ was to the author’s life and art. The tour visits such stops as Belvedere…
Arts & ExhibitionsUntil 12 Dec · Dublin
Between January–December 2026 we will present 8 x 3-week exhibitions of new work by: Paddy Critchley, Fiona Marron, Finn Nichol, Emma Brennan and Thomas Wells, Ciara Rodgers, Struàn Bell, Christopher Mahon, neonatus.exe Artist-Initiated Projects at Pallas Projects/Studios is an open-submission, annual gallery programme of 8 x 3-week exhibitions taking place between January and December 2026. This unique programme of funded, artist-initiated projects selected via open call is highly accessible to…
Food & DrinkUntil 20 Nov · Blackrock
This is quite a unique night! We think that it’s a great tradition to make at least one Friday night a month a delectable social affair full of good music, good drinks, and fantastic food. On arrival you can expect to be fortified with a glass of your favourite tipple followed by a lively demonstration where we will run through a couple of elements from the evening’s menu. Enjoy a hands-on session where you will get involved in some cooking (generally the starter and dessert), before being…
Food & DrinkUntil 26 Nov · Dublin
Dublin by Dusk invites locals and visitors to enjoy the city centre in a new way on the last Thursday of each month. Participating venues and businesses will bring their own flavour to the evening, from late openings, tours and pop-up activities to cultural experiences, food and drink offers, shopping promotions and family-friendly options. It is a city-wide invitation to stay a little longer, discover something new and enjoy Dublin’s evening atmosphere across culture, hospitality, retail and…
OtherUntil 15 Nov · Dublin
Step into the darker, more powerful world of Irish mythology through this live storytelling performance. Performed entirely from memory, this intimate one-man theatrical show brings Ireland’s legendary heroes, warriors and ancient tales to vivid life. Audiences experience stories of heroism, passion, violence and fate as they were originally told long before they were softened for modern audiences. Designed for mature audiences, this is a unique cultural experience that offers visitors a deeper,…
Arts & ExhibitionsUntil 31 Dec · Dublin
Ireland joined the European Economic Community (EEC) – as the EU was then known – on January 1, 1973, after a referendum endorsed by 83% of voters. It was then among the poorest and most underdeveloped countries in western Europe, with a population just over half of its current size. Ireland’s accession proved to be the most consequential economic milestone in the half century since Irish independence, but it also set in motion far-reaching social and cultural change. EU legislation has driven…
OtherUntil 30 Oct 2027 · Dún Laoghaire
The Dublin Riviera is a guided walk back in time to a golden era where local Dún Laoghaire residents and visitors wined and dined in the yacht clubs, restaurants and hotels along the waterfront, and danced in the Pavilion, the ballrooms and the nightclubs. The walk will provide an insight into the symbiotic relationship between the harbour and the town and how this helped Dún Laoghaire to evolve into an elegant, glamorous “Dublin Riviera”. Highlights: Waterfront Yacht Clubs and the Royal Visits…
Food & DrinkUntil 14 Feb 2027 · Dublin
Step behind the bar at the original Home of Jameson in Bow St., Dublin 7. With the help of our expert mixologists, the Jameson Cocktail Making Class will teach you how to craft three delicious cocktails. So, what are you waiting for? ⏳ 60 minutes ⏱️ Various times daily 🥃 Make (and Taste) 3 Jameson cocktails from start to finish 📖 Stylish and In-depth Cocktail Book to take home so you can impress your friends with your new skills! 👤 Age requirement: 18+ with valid ID ♿ Wheelchair accessible (1…
Arts & ExhibitionsUntil 6 Dec · Dublin
Drawings, prints, watercolours and photographs by a range of European artists from the fifteenth century to the present day are included. The exhibition explores the diverse subjects and styles that have shaped European art through the centuries. Reflecting shifts in taste and technique over the centuries, the exhibition showcases the strength of the Gallery’s collection across the various schools. Curator: Niamh MacNally, Curator of the Prints and Drawings Study Room at the National Gallery of…
Food & DrinkUntil 27 Nov · Dublin
Visit Stillgarden Distillery to learn how to craft some of our ground-breaking cocktails from our award-winning liquid experts. This is a hands-on experience where you will learn to create two signature drinks, hear about the history of distillation and see a demonstration of the state of the art equipment used within the distillery. Non alcoholic and non gin cocktails options are available just let us know at the time of booking. Tickets include 3 cocktails. The class is fully instructed. The…
Food & DrinkUntil 31 Dec · Dublin
⏱️ 75 minutes ⏱️ Wed, Thur, Fri, Sat at 11am & Sun at 12.30pm 🧑🏫 Fully guided Irish Coffee Masterclass including an Irish Coffee on arrival 🥐 Includes 2 exclusive pastries from Fable Bakery ☕ Create your own bespoke Irish Coffee 🥃 A tasting of 4 cask strength Jameson Black Barrel whiskeys, straight from the Barrel ♿ Wheelchair accessible (1 space per experience) 💶 Price from €60 🚫 Unfortunately, this experience cannot accommodate coeliac, gluten intolerances, or dairy/lactose-free dietary…
Tours & HeritageUntil 9 May 2027 · Dublin
In post-conflict countries, the journey towards lasting peace involves a multifaceted approach that extends beyond political, economic, and security measures. Artistic practice and cultural experience play a pivotal role in healing societies, fostering reconciliation, and building a shared sense of identity and community. IMMA is open to the general public 6 days a week. The museum is closed on Mondays, except Bank Holidays. See full opening hours below. Normal Opening Hours Monday: Closed…
Arts & ExhibitionsUntil 29 Nov · Malahide
Six contemporary Fingal artists come together at Malahide Castle this autumn in an exhibition exploring memory, history, heritage and the changing role of monuments in contemporary Ireland. Curated by Eamonn Maxwell, the exhibition features sculptures, installations, sound works and graphic pieces throughout the castle. From 22 September, the programme continues with free special events including a Curator’s Tour & Artist Q&A with Eamonn Maxwell and Deborah Hewson, artist talks and exhibition…
Arts & ExhibitionsUntil 17 Dec · Dublin
Our current exhibition at the National Print Museum, Come Fly With Me: Aviation, Tourism and Irish Design, uses flight as a central thread to explore how design and print helped promote Irish modernisation and position Ireland internationally. With the arrival of a number of Dutch graphic designers to Ireland in the 1950s to work on advertising for Aer Lingus, depictions of Ireland and Irishness were forever changed, as was Ireland’s relationship to Continental Europe and the US. Their design…
Tours & HeritageUntil 31 Jan 2027 · Dublin
Take a journey back in time, get an insight into life on board a Famine ship and hear the stories of the people who made the arduous voyage. Then head into EPIC The Irish Emigration Museum to discover what happened to those who left, and the huge global impact they managed to have all over the world. Your experience begins at the Jeanie, and you’re free to explore EPIC at your own pace afterwards. The Jeanie is located two minutes from EPIC. Tours occur between 10am and 3.30pm every 30 minutes -…
Arts & ExhibitionsUntil 25 Mar 2027 · Dublin
'A Fair Exchange' takes place in a series of locations in Collins Barracks, inviting new and exciting engagements with different exhibition spaces, themes, and collections. Facilitated by poet Hazel Hogan, you are invited to engage with the workshop in the following ways: Read a participant’s story and take a moment to reflect. Write your own response, inspired by a story, the space, or a historic object. Write, draw, sign, or remain anonymous. Exchange your contribution by returning it to the…
Tours & HeritageUntil 26 Nov · Dublin
On the last Thursday of each month until November, EPIC will remain open until 9pm, with tickets available for just €10 and a special evening guided tour (for €15) with limited availability. Evening museum visits offer a quieter, more relaxed way to experience Dublin's cultural attractions. Visitors can explore at their own pace after work, avoid daytime crowds, and enjoy a different atmosphere in the city's historic Docklands. A museum as tailored for locals as it is for tourists, if you've…
ComedyUntil 13 Feb 2027 · Dublin
Sinéad Culbert: I’m No Wonder Woman In her brand new stand up show, one half of comedy duo DirtBirds, Sinéad Culbert explores the extreme dangers of growing up in the 80’s, the pitfalls of parenting, the myths about marriage and the genuine joy of not giving a sh*t! Sat 26 Sept 2026 & Sat 13 Feb 2027 Readers are advised to check with the venue before relying on the details published here.
Arts & ExhibitionsUntil 29 Nov · Sandycove
Thursday 1 October 2026 – Sunday 29 November 2026; Wed-Fri 1-6pm, Sat 10am-6pm, Sun 12-6pm Smashing Times Visual Art Gallery, 30 Sandycove Road, Sandycove, Dublin A96V9P1 Free admission. A multidisciplinary exhibition reflecting on peace, equality and human rights through contemporary visual and creative expression. Featuring work by writer Féilim James and visual artists Jessica Rodrigues, Gillian Lambe, Viktoriia Yevsiukova, Hina Khan, Aman Walayat and Mary Moynihan, the exhibition explore…
Tours & HeritageUntil 31 Dec · Dublin
Take a free audio walking tour through Dublin’s cultural heart and discover the mysteries, histories and curious tales that fill its cobbled streets. Join the voices of the past as they lift the lid on the city’s most colourful district, uncovering Vikings, revolutionaries, rascals and adventurers. See the streets anew! Starting Point - Junction of Fishamble Street and Essex Street, Temple Bar. Tour Running Time - 39 minutes Creatives - Performers: Margaret McAuliffe and Donncha O'Dea Writer and…
Tours & HeritageUntil 14 Nov · Dublin
A historic ballroom in Dublin’s city centre. A sparkling relic of the past threatens the launch of a modern start-up. Relationships fray, values are tested, and secrets spill out. With the world outside inching closer to the edge, five people must imagine what comes next. Can you see it too? Lyrical, bold and timely, visions is a sweeping world premiere play written by Eoghan Quinn (colic, The Jesus Trilogy, Bears in Space) and directed by Claire O’Reilly (Hothouse, Emma, BÁN). Dates: 2 Oct – 14…
Food & DrinkUntil 28 Nov · Dublin
Guided by our expert hosts, enjoy a tasting of three distinctive Irish Coffee serves before crafting your own using Roe & Co Signature Blend whiskey. Along the way, uncover the history of whiskey, coffee and Irish hospitality, while learning the techniques behind the perfect Irish Coffee. Blending storytelling, hands-on cocktail making and exceptional whiskey, this experience offers a fresh take on an Irish classic and celebrates the creativity at the heart of Roe & Co. Perfect for whiskey…
MusicUntil 7 Jan 2027 · Dublin
This late evening tour of Windmill Lane Recording Studios takes you behind the scenes of one of the world's most iconic music venues, where U2, The Rolling Stones, Ed Sheeran and countless other legends have recorded. Walk through the same rooms, learn how tracks are built, and even mix your own session with the virtual band. With the city quiet and the studio lights low, it's an atmospheric way to spend a winter evening in Dublin. See Windmill Lane website for available dates. Readers are…
OtherUntil 7 Feb 2027 · Dublin
Af Klint’s art was profoundly informed by spirituality and her explorations of Rosicrucianism, Theosophy, and Anthroposophy. Like many artists of her time, she sought to make sense of and articulate the modern world. Hilma af Klint’s spiritual paintings were seldom shown beyond her close circle. Her work remained in storage until the 1980s, largely unknown outside Sweden. This show explores the time and place that shaped her unique artistic vision. Organised in collaboration with The Hilma af…
OtherUntil 24 Jan 2027 · Dublin City
Set against the festive backdrop of Ireland's largest shopping centre, our rink is the perfect place to create seasonal memories. From little ones finding their feet to seasoned skaters showing off their moves, everyone can enjoy the twinkling lights, cosy atmosphere, and winter treats that make skating in Dundrum so special. We have the spirit, the missing part is you! Opening time vary - check website for details Adult €20 - Child €18 - Student €16 Readers are advised to check with the venue…
OtherUntil 10 Jan 2027 · Swords
With twinkling lights, cosy vibes, and plenty of space for family and friends, it's a winter experience everyone will love. We have the spirit, the missing part is you! Our sessions begin on the hour and last 45 minutes, followed by a 15-minute break for ice resurfacing. The schedule shown below reflects our standard times, but availability may change due to special events, weather conditions, or local transport issues. In the case of severe weather, such as storms, sessions may be affected.…