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Things to do in Dublin this weekend (Jan 9-11)

What will you get up to this weekend?

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Where to celebrate Nollaig na mBan this festive season

The 12th and final day of Christmas (6 January) was known in Ireland as Nollaig na mBan or Women's Christmas or Little Christmas.

Christmas • 06 Jan

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22 things to do in Ireland over the Christmas holidays

From pantos and winter light trails to ice skating and festive markets, the Christmas season across Ireland is packed with family-friendly events running right through to January and beyond.

living • 20 Dec 25

County-by-county guide to Christmas experiences in Ireland

Looking for a festive activity? Here are 80 magical Christmas experiences in Ireland.

living • 29 Nov 25

Things to do in Dublin this weekend (Nov 21-23)

From Christmas markets and festive light tours to French film festivals and live screen printing, there is plenty to be doing in Dublin this weekend.

living • 21 Nov 25

Things to do in Dublin this weekend (Nov 14-16)

From Ireland's largest art fair to the city's cosiest jam night, there is plenty happening in Dublin this weekend.

living • 13 Nov 25

Things to do in Dublin this weekend (November 7-9)

From alternative comedy to Twilight-themed pottery, there is plenty happening across Dublin this weekend.

living • 06 Nov 25

Things to do in Dublin this weekend (Oct 31 - Nov 2)

From fireworks in Finglas to a Macnas Parade in Mountjoy Square, there is plenty to be doing around Dublin this Halloween weekend.

living • 31 Oct 25

Things do in Dublin this weekend (October 24-26)

From alternative comedy and a LGBTQ+ friendly pub quiz to flea markets and free Halloween events, there's plenty happening across Dublin this weekend.

living • 23 Oct 25

Group of friends sitting in a cafe enjoying a hot drinks together. They are talking, sitting at a table with a view in Tynemouth, North East of England. They are two couples, double dating. One of the couples are LGBTQI+.

Things to do in Dublin this weekend (October 17-19)

From sneaking a peek inside some of the city's most breathtaking buildings to a Taylor Swift-themed club night, there is plenty to keep you busy in the city this weekend.

Things to Do • 16 Oct 25

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Things to do in Dublin this weekend (October 10-12)

From pumpkin carving in Smithfield to a 2000s-themed quiz in Dublin 2, there is plenty to keep you busy in the city this weekend.

living • 09 Oct 25

Wide view of two mothers with their children picking pumpkins for Halloween at a pumpkin patch field in Newcastle, England on a nice day in October. The kids are dressed up in Halloween outfits.

13 pumpkin patches to visit around Ireland this Halloween

Whether you're a scream queen or a scaredy cat, Halloween offers plenty of ways to celebrate the turning of the season, and there's no better way to make the most of it than visiting a pumpkin patch.

Halloween • 06 Oct 25

Things to do in Dublin this weekend (October 3-5)

From celebrating the release of brand new Taylor Swift songs at The Grand Social to embracing spooky season in Glasnevin, there is plenty to do in Dublin this weekend.

living • 02 Oct 25

Things to do in Dublin (September 26-28)

From a one-day wellness and creativity festival to Dublin's largest singles' night, there is plenty to do in Dublin this weekend.

Things to Do • 25 Sep 25

Things to do in Dublin (September 19-21)

From celebrating Culture Night across the city to enjoying a family-friendly event on College Green, there is plenty to do in Dublin this weekend.

living • 18 Sep 25

Things to do in Dublin this weekend (September 12-14)

From the Dublin Fringe Festival to Culture Night, there is plenty happening in Dublin this weekend.

living • 11 Sep 25

Things to do in Dublin this weekend (August 22-24)

From Beatles celebrations and lobster festivals to group sound baths and SFX workshops for kids, there is plenty happening in Dublin this weekend.

living • 21 Aug 25

Things to do in Dublin this weekend (August 15-17)

From chilli eating competitions in Herbert Park to Lúnasa celebrations in Hugh Lane, there is plenty happening in Dublin this weekend.

living • 14 Aug 25

14 adventures to enjoy across Ireland

Ireland may be small, but that doesn't mean there's any shortage of adventures to be had.

Ireland • 11 Aug 25

Things to do in Dublin this weekend (August 8-10)

From wildflower workshops in Raheny to an evening of art in Fade Street, there is plenty happening in Dublin this weekend.

living • 07 Aug 25

Lauren Sharpe, Allison Saul and Heather Lawrie from The Victory Dolls at Taste of Kildare, Naas Racecourse

Taste of Kildare: Celebrity chefs, live music, and local cuisine

A wholesome, food-filled, family-friendly event is coming to Kildare this August.

Food • 05 Aug 25

Things to do in Dublin this long weekend (August 1-4)

With a long weekend stretching out before us, now is the perfect time to book into a show, organise a date night, or plan a catch-up with the gang.

living • 31 Jul 25

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Things to do in Dublin this weekend (July 25-27)

What will you get up to?

living • 24 Jul 25

Things to do in Dublin this weekend (July 18-20)

From the return of RIOT to Vicar Street, to an evening of theatre in The Pearse Centre, and a music-filled BBQ in Hen's Teeth, there is plenty happening across Dublin this weekend.

living • 17 Jul 25

Things to do in Dublin this weekend (July 11-13)

What will you get up to?

living • 10 Jul 25