Local Attractions
Calander of Events - January
Below the Surface Presents: A series of maritime stories
7th November 2012 – 3rd April 2013
Jeanie Johnston Tall Ship / Famine Museum - Dublin
Below the Surface is hosting a special series of maritime monthly storytelling aboard the Jeannie Johnson Tall Ship on Custom House Quay, Dublin 1. All talks will take place on the first Wednesday of each month beginning on 7th November at 8pm. Stories of Ireland’s seafaring past will cover a wide variety of historical themes from 11th century Vikings and the Dublin slave trade to 17th century pirates, 18th century emigration and the doomed 19th century polar expedition
Temple Bar TradFest
22nd January – 27th January 2013
Temple Bar TradFest 2013, Ireland's premier celebration of Irish music and culture, will take place in January on the cobblestone streets of Temple Bar in Dublin.
Dublin Chinese New Year Festival
8th January 2013 – 18th February 2013
Events include Chinese Film, Art, Theatre, Literature, Spectacle, Circus and Architecture will feature throughout the Festival in a multiple of venues throughout the capital.
Calender of Events February
Below the Surface Presents: A series of maritime stories
7th November 2012 – 3rd April 2013
Jeanie Johnston Tall Ship / Famine Museum - Dublin
Below the Surface is hosting a special series of maritime monthly storytelling aboard the Jeannie Johnson Tall Ship on Custom House Quay, Dublin 1. All talks will take place on the first Wednesday of each month beginning on 7th November at 8pm. Stories of Ireland’s seafaring past will cover a wide variety of historical themes from 11th century Vikings and the Dublin slave trade to 17th century pirates, 18th century emigration and the doomed 19th century polar expedition
Ireland v England - RBS 6 Nations Rugby Fixture
10th February 2013
Venue : Aviva Stadium Time : 15:00
Ireland v England - RBS 6 Nations Rugby Fixture on February 10th 2013 at the Aviva Stadium, Dublin.
Jameson Dublin International Film Festival
14th February 2013 – 24th February 2013
The Jameson Dublin Film Festival has become Ireland’s premier feature film festival and takes place in Dublin over the course of eleven days and nights each February.
Once
22nd February 2013 – 9th March 2013
Gaiety Theatre Dublin
The European premiere for John Tiffany’s production of Once, winner of eight 2012 Tony awards including Best New Musical, will take place in Dublin’s Gaiety Theatre in 2013. With book by award-winning Irish playwright and screenwriter Enda Walsh, the London production of Once will open at the Gaiety Theatre on 22 February ahead of its West End debut at the Phoenix Theatre on 9 April. Currently booking at the Gaiety Theatre to 9 March 2013, Once will be produced by Barbara Broccoli, John N. Hart Jr., Patrick Milling Smith, Frederick Zollo, Brian Carmody, Michael G. Wilson, Orin Wolf and Michael Rose Limited in association with New York Theatre Workshop.
Based on the much-loved Oscar-winning film, Once is a celebration of love, friendship and music. When an Irish busker and a young Czech mother meet through a shared love of music, their song writing sparks a deep connection and a tender, longing romance that neither of them could have expected.
Calander of Events - March
Below the Surface Presents: A series of maritime stories
7th November 2012 – 3rd April 2013
Jeanie Johnston Tall Ship / Famine Museum - Dublin
Below the Surface is hosting a special series of maritime monthly storytelling aboard the Jeannie Johnson Tall Ship on Custom House Quay, Dublin 1. All talks will take place on the first Wednesday of each month beginning on 7th November at 8pm. Stories of Ireland’s seafaring past will cover a wide variety of historical themes from 11th century Vikings and the Dublin slave trade to 17th century pirates, 18th century emigration and the doomed 19th century polar expedition
Swan Lake on Ice
5th March 2013 – 9th March 2013
Bord Gáis Energy Theatre - Dublin
Set to Tchaikovsky’s glorious music and with exhilarating new choreography, The Imperial Ice Stars’ dynamic new portrayal of their award-winning masterpiece Swan Lake on Ice, will take your breath away.
The Sleeping Beauty on Ice
5th March 2013 – 9th March 2013
Bord Gáis Energy Theatre - Dublin
The Imperial Ice Stars have achieved international acclaim with their stunning productions of The Sleeping Beauty on Ice and Swan Lake on Ice, which have been enjoyed by over two million people across five continents, from London to Sydney, Toronto to Cape Town and Tokyo to Moscow
Thóg trál!-Take a Trail!
5th March 2013 – 17th March 2013
National Museum of Ireland - Archaeology
To celebrate Seachtain na Gaeilge 2013, why not drop in and challenge yourself to our worksheets in Irish? Choose from Viking Ireland, My Favourite Object, Stone Age Ireland or the Treasury Trail.
Ireland v France - RBS Six Nations Rugby Fixture
9th March 2013
Aviva Stadium – Dublin City
Ireland v France - RBS Six Nations Rugby Fixture on March 9th 2013 at the Aviva Stadium, Dublin.
Irishfest
14th March 2013 – 18th March 2013
Dublin City – St. Georges Dock
Over 20,000 are expected to attend Irishfest (formerly known as the Irish Craft Beer Festival), a celebration of Ireland's finest craft beer, traditional live-music, and artisan food. Located in the heart of Dublin, on the platform at George's Dock in the IFSC, locals and tourists alike can enjoy the best of Ireland, all under one roof!
St. Patrick's Festival 2013
14th March 2013 – 18th March 2013
Dublin City - Start Point: Parnell Square ; End Point: St. Patrick's Cathedral
Start Time: 12pm
The Festival Parade on March 17 is the highlight of the festival. The spectacular procession will meander through the heart of Dublin City mesmerising the audience along the 2.6km route, lasting approximately 2 hours.
A People's Procession will precede the Festival Parade at 11am, with 8,000 people from across the world marching through the streets ahead of the spectacular parade floats and entertainers.
St. Patricks (Week – Long) Celebrations
14th March 2013 – 18th March 2013
Various Places throughout Dublin City
City at Play – Fun-fairs
Thursday 14th - Monday 18th
Running from Thursday to Sunday the funfairs are located at Merrion Square, Wolf Tone Park and Custom House Quay.
Festival Ceili
Friday 15th March
Join the expert callers, dancers and musicians on St. Stephens's Green and dance the evening away learning jigs and reils!
Big Day Out
Saturday 16th March
A street carnival like no other, Big Day Out is bursting with colour, street performances, theatrics, Irish language events, workshops, fun zones, music, open air shows and more.
Festival Treasure Hunt
Monday 18th March
A free, fun-filled and novel trail through a collection of Dublin city’s landmark buildings and venues. Plot your route, solve the clues and race back to base at Dublin’s City Hall to finish and record your adventure!
Throughout the 5 day Festival there are many more events including guided tours, street entertainment and theatre, trad sessions, cultural events and much much more.
Rep of Ireland v Austria - FIFA World Cup Qualifier
26th March 2013
Aviva Stadium – Dublin City
Rep of Ireland v Austria - FIFA World Cup Qualifier on March 26th 2013 at the Aviva Stadium, Dublin
Calander of Events - April
Below the Surface Presents: A series of maritime stories
7th November 2012 – 3rd April 2013
Jeanie Johnston Tall Ship / Famine Museum - Dublin
Below the Surface is hosting a special series of maritime monthly storytelling aboard the Jeannie Johnson Tall Ship on Custom House Quay, Dublin 1. All talks will take place on the first Wednesday of each month beginning on 7th November at 8pm. Stories of Ireland’s seafaring past will cover a wide variety of historical themes from 11th century Vikings and the Dublin slave trade to 17th century pirates, 18th century emigration and the doomed 19th century polar expedition
Franco-Irish Literary Festival 2013
19th April 2013 – 21st April 2013
The National Library of Ireland, Kildare Street, Dublin 2
Now a significant date in Dublin's annual literary calendar, The Franco-Irish Literary Festival, held in Dublin, is preparing for its fourteenth edition continuing the tradition that led to Dublin's nomination as a UNESCO City of Literature
WWE Raw WrestleMania Revenge Tour
19th April 2013
The O2 – Dublin City
TICKETS ON SALE THURSDAY, 15 NOVEMBER 2012
Come see your favourite Raw Superstars
Great Ireland Run
14th April 2013
Phoenix Park – Dublin City
Ireland's fastest growing running event The Great Ireland Run returns to the beautiful surroundings of the Phoenix Park, Dublin!
Calander of Events - May
Bealtaine 2013
1st May 2013 – 31st May 2013
Dublin City
Last year over 122,000 people took part in 27 counties in a festival bursting with opportunities to celebrate the creativity of older people.
So many highlights from 2012 – Dawn Choruses on beaches, piers and Dublin Airport, ‘Prime Years’ - the international photography exhibition, performances by the ‘Blow the Dust Orchestra’ of older people and the nationwide Bealtaine film and theatre tours.
The theme for this May is to be confirmed.
Dublin Dance Festival
14th May 2013 – 26th May 2013
Dublin City
Dublin Dance Festival is the leading dance event on Ireland’s cultural calendar. Each year in May, the Festival brings together dance artists and choreographers from across the world to share vibrant contemporary dance with audiences in Ireland.
Since its establishment in 2002 the Festival’s ambitions have been big and brave. Enabling audiences to discover inspirational artists lies at the heart of the Dublin Dance Festival mission. Audience members look forward to experiencing celebrated classics and discovering the freshest talents each year through a programme that is resonant and stimulating. The Festival also provides a platform for Irish choreographers to develop their work in an international context. Uncover beautiful dance – from near and far – in Dublin in May!
Bloom
30 May 2013
Pheonix Park – Dublin City
Bloom is Ireland’s largest gardening, food and family event. In 2013 it will be bigger and better than ever before. Every year at Bloom, Irish garden designers demonstrate that Ireland is awash with creative flair and talent. This gathering of garden lovers attracts more than 90,000 visitors to its 28-hectare site in the Phoenix Park
Heineken Cup Final
31 May 2013
Aviva Stadium – Dublin City
Dublin will be the epicentre of European club rugby when the Irish capital stages both the Heineken Cup and Amlin Challenge Cup finals in May 2013.
The RDS will be the venue for the Amlin Challenge Cup final on Friday, 17 May, 2013 (kick off 8pm). The following day, fans will be able to congregate in the European Champions Village in Merrion Square from 12 noon, with the Heineken Cup Final kicking off in the nearby Aviva Stadium at 5.00pm
The Cat Laughs Comedy Festival
31 May 2013
Kilkenny City
The Cat Laughs Comedy Festival was founded in 1994. Since then, the festival has grown from a small event comprising of a handful of shows to an internationally acclaimed festival. It showcases the very best in Irish and international comedy acts, attracting visitors to the charming medieval city of Kilkenny and its surrounding regions
