From immersive after-dark experiences to storytelling and alternative comedy, there's plenty to be doing in Dublin this weekend.
From humble beginnings in a straw shed in Kildare, following a horribly isolating pandemic, Jane Gormley began Craicly Stories - a community story project that brings folklore to life and neighbours together. On Sunday, 29 March, Bewleys on Grafton Street will host a night of supper and conversation as storytellers share their tales of The Irish Horse. Tickets €54.60.
Dream Point's Alice’s Wonderland immersive venue takeover is officially open to the public. The €3 million 'world of dreams’ in Dublin’s Docklands has undergone its most ambitious transformation to date, reimagining the entire 21,000 sq ft venue as a surreal world inspired by Alice’s Adventures in Wonderland. In
While this event is designed as a daytime experience for families, Dream Point has also confirmed a brand-new ‘Alice After Dark’ for over 18s only, which transforms the venue into a more atmospheric, late-night version of Wonderland. Adult tickets are €20.30, kids €16.10, and family bundles from €44.55.
MATE is a themed alternative comedy night featuring some of Ireland's best sketch artists, improvisors, clowns, and stand-up comedians. This month's theme is 'BIG MISTAKES' - hosted by two best friends, Mikey Fleming and Kate Moylan, they'll be sharing their stories and reading out anonymous stories from the audience. The night will take place in Bello Bar, Dublin 8, on Saturday from 8pm to 11:30pm. Tickets €10-€15.
A selection of contemporary art will be showcased by Ireland's leading galleries and artists at Dublin’s RDS. Running from March 27-29, the fair, which attracted over 9,500 people in its first year, will see 60 galleries and artists curating the cream of Irish and international contemporary art under one roof. Visitors will also have the chance to talk to the experts, with a range of price points from acclaimed to mid-career artists on show.
Explore Polish wine, food, and culture in the Fumbally Stables on Sunday, 29 March, from 12pm to 6pm. Discover over 70+ unique wines, meet the people behind the bottles, and learn what makes winemaking north of the 50th parallel so extraordinary. Food stalls will be on offer along with music from DJ Emmy Shigeta. Tickets €22.42.
Pre-loved designer fashion pop-up, Reruns, will pop up at David Marshall hair salon on Fade Street from Saturday, 28 to Monday, 30 March. Preloved designer finds will be on sale for up to 90% off, with plenty of designer brands on offer. A percentage of ticket sales will go to various charities such as SAOL Project, Merchants Quay and Sister Sheds Ireland.
Test Tube Babies is an alternative comedy night set to take place in The Pearse Centre on Saturday night, from 8pm to 11pm. The line-up includes Ross McCarney, Meg Reilly, Stephen Bradley, Ronan Carey, Thomas Lawrance, and Ross O'Donoghue. Tickets cost €13.85.
