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Events Thalia Heffernan proudly supported by boyfriend Conor and mum Susan at film premiere Sport Cavan woman battling incurable cancer takes on Dublin marathon after completing 600 races Entertainment Kim Kardashian cuts glam figure in YSL at premiere of All's Fair Season 2 Entertainment Joe Duffy on health battle and how his children never traded in on his famous name THE new series has been pushed back amid allegations of bullying, gruelling shoot and shocking conditions.

• There will also be a special after-hours edition of the tour on Thursday, 29th October at 7.30pm
• This Christmas, enjoy the magic of Swords On Ice at Pavilions Shopping Centre.
• Founded in 2022, it takes over stages in London, Melbourne, and New York every Autumn, giving audiences the chance to see their favourite fun
• Ethiopian athletes claim men's and women's titles at Dublin Marathon
• Nina, an aspiring actress and Konstantin’s newest obsession, draws everyone – including Boris -into her orbit and the tensions simmering beneath the surface of this idyllic countryside retreat begin to bubble over.
• Yes – Ireland was the first country in the world to legalise same-sex marriage by popular vote (2015) and has consistently progressive LGBTQ+ legislation.

Join us on Saturday 7th November 2026 for a spectacular day of discovery. The Let’s Talk Science Festival is back at the Rediscovery Centre -and we are diving once again into the wonders of science, sustainability, and curiosity! For the first time since Rough Guides 2023, BEATLES DAY is returning to Dublin. Dublin is set to transform on Saturday 7 November, as Dublin By Night Fest returns to kick off Winter in Dublin. It serves as a showcase for various tattoo styles, including traditional, blackwork, and photorealism, offering live tattooing, competitions, and entertainment for all attendees

"Clubbing" has become a popular phenomenon amongst young people in Ireland during the celtic tiger years. Many modern pubs, not necessarily traditional, still emulate traditional pubs, only perhaps substituting traditional music for a DJ or non-traditional live music.citation needed Typically pubs are important meeting places, where people can gather and meet their neighbours and friends in a relaxed atmosphere; similar to the café cultures of other countries. "Pub culture" refers to the habit amongst Irish people of frequenting public houses (pubs).

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Little of this had changed by the time of the Norman invasion of Ireland in the 12th century. These uniquely Irish sports are deeply loved, with local pride on full display during the All-Ireland Championships. GAA clubs actively welcome international members for hurling and football – you don't need to be Irish to play, and local clubs are highly sociable. Dublin has multiple Michelin-starred restaurants, a diverse international food scene driven by its multicultural population, and an outstanding brunch culture.

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Whether you're looking for the perfect family outing, date night or just a fun night out with friends Dundrum on Ice is the next stop on your list! This Christmas, enjoy the magic of Swords On Ice at Pavilions Shopping Centre. With twinkling lights, cosy vibes, and plenty of space for family and friends, it's a winter experience everyone will love. Our rink at the Pavilions Shopping Centre is the perfect place to celebrate the season, whether you're a first-time skater or gliding like a pro.

MOVING SIGNATURES returns for a new series uniting Slow Looking art tours and movement workshops in response to works in IMMA’s new exhibition, TECHNOLOGIES OF PEACE. The Bad Witch is up to mischief making gruesome dishes including her speciality, Witches’ Pie. Travel aboard the Spookwood Express, venture deeper into the forest, and discover a spellbinding experience filled with surprises, laughter, and Halloween wonder. As the forest’s magic begins to unravel, you’ll be tasked with collecting special ingredients needed to help restore balance to the enchanted woodland. The festival culminates on Saturday 31 October with the Big Scream Carnival, featuring a parade, Halloween activities, movies , Zombie Land and a sensory-friendly hour for families seeking a quieter experience. The Irish Film Institute’s annual celebration of the terrifying, the gory, the wince-inducing, and the uncanny returns with IFI Horrorthon 2026, running Thursday, October 22nd to Monday, October 26th.

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Kilkenny great Richie Power tasted managerial success as he led Shelmaliers to the Wexford SHC title with a two-point victory over Rathnure St Anne’s on Sunday. Thousands of homes and businesses left without power following Storm Boelo Ethiopian athletes claim men's and women's titles at Dublin Marathon

• In addition, the dialect and accent of the people of Northern Ireland is noticeably different from that of the majority in the Republic of Ireland, being influenced by Ulster Scots and Northern Ireland's proximity to Scotland.
• THE new series has been pushed back amid allegations of bullying, gruelling shoot and shocking conditions.
• Forget pop-up grottos and tinsel-draped sheds, Elf Town is Ireland’s only Christmas experience built with the ambition, scale, and incredible level of detail to match any world-class Christmas production.
• Attendees can shop from a variety of makers and small businesses, while enjoying a FREE fun-filled atmosphere designed for all ages.
• The festival draws inspiration from Stoker, his life, his work, the Dublin of his time and celebrates the Gothic, the supernatural, the after-dark and the Victorian.

Funeral details confirmed for Michael Flatley's 'beautiful and elegant' wife Niamh Late Late Show line-up revealed with legendary Irish rocker and Celebrity Traitors star topping the bill Beoga to discuss Ed Sheeran fall-out on The Late Late Show among star-studded line-up The Emmerdale star and Jowita Przystal danced the jive to a mash-up of Fatboy Slim’s The Rockafella Skank and The Knack’s My Sharona. The Royal Ulster Academy’s 145th exhibition reveals the extraordinary talent and emotional power of art in Northern Ireland

If you’re new in town, your local pub is often the fastest way to feel part of the community. It’s where people meet, share gossip, tell stories, sing songs, and watch a match. Rural areas still hold strong; 38% of people live in communities under 1,500 people. A journalist once described the Irish as a “Mediterranean people who got stuck too far north.” There’s truth in that. Ireland's education system is well-regarded internationally, with Trin… Golf is accessible and affordable by international standards at many public courses.

This was the prime-time entertainment of its day. Bill Bailey returns with new show, Vaudevillean Before streaming, before tv, before cinema, before even radio… There was Vaudeville! Directed by Ciarán Kelly and featuring alto soloist Leanne Fitzgerald and organist David Leigh, this is a lovely night out in city centre Dublin. This Christmas, Sammy Sausages & Buffy take flight in Aladdin – A Sammy & Buffy Adventure … a whirlwind of laughs, music and magical mayhem for the whole family. This ‘genuinely funny' (Time Out) show features all the iconic moments you love, plus fabulous new songs and dazzling dance numbers!

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And this time, it’s the beloved classic Cinderella – the timeless fairytale where dreams really do come true! Ireland’s funniest panto is back after last year’s sell-out season! Bill Bailey returns with a show that celebrates this great tradition, as the versatile multi-instrumental, multi-lingual, purveyor of hu Enthralling family fun, to divert and transport from the tribulations of daily life! A celebration of comedy, songs, and multifarious skills.

Theatre serves here as a place to relate to our uncanny human existences addressing the collective unconscious at a time when violence and grief are undeniable aspects of our experiences. With over 100 events taking place across five days in venues throughout Dublin City, featuring over 200 authors, illustrators, poets and musicians, the festival is packed with events for all ages. The show is a unique and hilarious night featuring games, prizes and audience participation, with special permission from NBC Universal Television. We invite you to celebrate this Halloween weekend on a journey through the music that made it unforgettable.

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Smith made the comments during an interview with pop megastar Lipa at the capital’s Southbank Centre on Saturday. Stars Josh Brolin, Tom Everett Scott and Michael Gladis share their praise with Brigid Boden for Irish writer and director Colin Broderick's new movie Emerald City hosted by Josh Brolin and presented by Irish Screen America. Legendary guitarist and musical director Gerry Leonard chats to Brigid Boden about his days with David Bowie and gives us a behind the scenes account of his incredible journey working with one of the greatest artists of all time.

• Kilmallock manager James “Bomber” Hickey hailed the never-say-die attitude of his players as they finished with aplomb to see out this Limerick SHC final victory.
• Each of the five workshops takes a different theme as its starting point, and starts with a Slow Looking art tour of selected
• The Emmerdale star and Jowita Przystal danced the jive to a mash-up of Fatboy Slim’s The Rockafella Skank and The Knack’s My Sharona.
• Each workshop is included with your admission ticket and offers a hands-on way to explore the mystical side of Dublin’s past.

Following the success of our inauguaral Dublin event last year, we are delighted to be returning this November for a very special evening at The Sugar Club. With frolics and mayhem and of course Panto merriment, follow Robin’s journey as he knocks the deviou Decorated with numerous accolades, including an MBE in the 2024 New Year’s Honours list and inclusion in the 2025 Sunday Times Young Power List, Anna has become one of the most visible and exciting figures in classical music today.

People can also try something new at our various family friendly workshops for all ages and enjoy festive music, hot drinks and treats. In ADRIFT, Kinahan explores the ironic rise of Irish anti-immigrant sentimen Through the eyes of their new nurse, Rose, we discover these unforgettable women who are complicated, contrary, and full of stories.

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You will gain a real insight into the student experience and life at UCD. One of the best ways to experience UCD is to come to our Open Day. Following a sell-out season in 2025 that welcomed more than 115,000 visitors, Elf Town returns in Forget pop-up grottos and tinsel-draped sheds, Elf Town is Ireland’s only Christmas experience built with the ambition, scale, and incredible level of detail to match any world-class Christmas production. Ice Skating Blanchardstown returns to Millennium Park, bringing Ireland’s largest and most exciting ice rink to Dublin.