From street photography festivals to Bealtaine celebrations, there is plenty happening across Dublin this long weekend.
Dublin Street Photography Festival
Running from 1–3 May, Dublin Street Photography Festival will celebrate the artistry of street photography by showcasing the work of both veterans and new talents. Attendees will enjoy a range of activities, including exhibitions, networking opportunities, photo competitions, inspiring lectures, practical workshops, and guided photo walks. You can see the full timetable here.
DroneArt Show
DroneArt Show: Four Seasons returns to Dublin on Friday and Saturday night at Leopardstown Racecourse. The multisensory experience blends classical music with drone technology and large-scale aerial artistry, promising a memorable evening that is suitable for all ages. Doors open at 7:30pm, show is at 9:30 and lasts 65 minutes. Tickets from €26.90. Available here.
Star Wars Pub Quiz
On 4 May (May the fourth be with you), PYE in Dundrum is hosting a Star Wars Pub Quiz. Smugglers, Scholars, Scoundrels and would-be Jedi are drawn by one singular purpose: to attain trivia glory. Kicking off at 7:30pm, expect themed drinks, a best dressed cosplay competition, and great prizes, including props, merch, and Dublin Comic Con Early Access Tickets for everyone on the winning team, and much more. Tickets from €11.70 on Eventbrite.
Bealtaine Festival
Launching on Sunday, 3 May, at IMMA with the much-loved Big Bealtaine Tea Party, the Bealtaine Festival begins a month-long nationwide celebration of creativity, connection and culture across generations. The opening event brings together music, storytelling and performance, shining a light on late-life creativity and artistic reinvention. For more info and tickets, visit Bealtaine.ie.
Upcycle & Shop: Barcelona Summer Edit | Dublin Pop-Up
On Sunday, 3 May, The Fumbally Stables in Dublin 8 will host an upcycling workshop from 3pm - 5pm. This in-person workshop is an amazing opportunity to connect back with your creativity and leave the place with great ideas to put in action. Plus, explore the Buenos Finds Collection (Barcelona Edit) to discover unique, sustainable pieces. Tickets €22.42 on Eventbrite.
Auto-Correbt & Friends BYOB Comedy Night
On Friday, 1 May, a night of improvised comedy is coming to The Pearse Centre. Expect characters, sketches and stories that are all created in the moment. This week's show sees host Mikey Fleming welcome a cast of characters to dinner... what could go wrong? Show runs from 8pm - 10pm. Tickets €9.01 on Eventbrite.
