Dublin Area Events Calendar

Story of The Irish Potato Famine (1845 to 1852)

From 27 April to 23 June 2018, artistic collective DEMOCRACIA (Pablo Espana and Ivan Lopez) will premier their expansive new operatic work ORDER at Rua Red Gallery, Dublin. Based in Madrid, DEMOCRACIA collaborate on large-scale interventions, politicising spaces and situations through the apparatus of propaganda.

Ireland’s premier literary event comes to Dublin this summer with the finest writers in the world gathering to debate, provoke, and inspire.

Ireland’s premier literary event comes to Dublin this summer with the finest writers in the world gathering to debate, provoke, and inspire.

With readings, discussions, workshops, performance, and screenings, there are so many events for literary fans to choose from. Whether it’s poets, writers of fiction or non-fiction, lyricists, playwrights, and screenwriters that you find most inspiring, the International Literature Festival Dublin has something to suit all tastes.

Children’s fiction and Irish language writers are also strongly represented at this high calibre festival so don’t miss your chance to explore the current literary landscape when the International Literature Festival Dublin takes over the capital this May.

Join crowds of fans at the 3Arena as you experience the living legend that is Bryan Adams belt out his classic hits as well as new songs.

Multi-platinum selling rock star Bryan Adams comes to Dublin’s 3Arena this May. Having released his 14th studio album Ultimate, Adams shows that his star is consistently climbing higher and higher.

He closed Prince Harry’s Invictus Games in Toronto with a mind-blowing concert with Bruce Springsteen and now Bryan Adams is eager to tour his new rip-raoring songs from Ultimate.

Join crowds of fans at the 3Arena as you experience the living legend that is Bryan Adams belt out his classic hits as well as new songs at a show that will blow your mind.

Tuesday nights at the Ha'penny Inn have been all about the Battle of the Axe since 1996, making it over 22 years old.

So, you think you're funny... it's time to test that confidence against the might of an audience filled with some of Dublin's most discerning comedy fans.

Tuesday nights at the Ha'penny Inn have been all about the Battle of the Axe since 1996, making it over 22 years old - although it's a bit like Peter Pan - it will never grow up.

It has been a launch pad for some of the country's most iconic masters of mirth and it remains one of the most friendly places for new would-be comedians to cut their teeth and perfect their jokes.

Offer a little support to the newbies sweating behind the ears or lose your sense of public decorum altogether as you roar laughing at a well-known circuit comics trying their new jokes

Dublin Dance Festival 2018
Wednesday 2nd May 2018 | Sunday 20th May 2018

Dublin Dance Festival is the leading dance event on the Irish arts 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.

International Literature Festival Dublin 2018
Saturday 19th May 2018 | Sunday 27th May 2018

Ireland's premier literary event and gathers the finest writers in the world to debate, provoke, delight and enthral. Described by the press as "boasting a stunning array of top international literary talent" and "the country's most successful and easily the best annual literary event", International Literature Festival Dublin line-up is sure to impress.

During these discussions participants are invited to join Gallery curators and guest speakers in an exploration of the Gallerys collection and temporary exhibitions, followed by tea or coffee with the speaker to allow for further discussion.
Please visit www.hughlane.ie for a full list of event topics.

Story of The Irish Potato Famine (1845 to 1852)

From 27 April to 23 June 2018, artistic collective DEMOCRACIA (Pablo Espana and Ivan Lopez) will premier their expansive new operatic work ORDER at Rua Red Gallery, Dublin. Based in Madrid, DEMOCRACIA collaborate on large-scale interventions, politicising spaces and situations through the apparatus of propaganda.

Ireland’s premier literary event comes to Dublin this summer with the finest writers in the world gathering to debate, provoke, and inspire.

Ireland’s premier literary event comes to Dublin this summer with the finest writers in the world gathering to debate, provoke, and inspire.

With readings, discussions, workshops, performance, and screenings, there are so many events for literary fans to choose from. Whether it’s poets, writers of fiction or non-fiction, lyricists, playwrights, and screenwriters that you find most inspiring, the International Literature Festival Dublin has something to suit all tastes.

Children’s fiction and Irish language writers are also strongly represented at this high calibre festival so don’t miss your chance to explore the current literary landscape when the International Literature Festival Dublin takes over the capital this May.

Tuesday nights at the Ha'penny Inn have been all about the Battle of the Axe since 1996, making it over 22 years old.

So, you think you're funny... it's time to test that confidence against the might of an audience filled with some of Dublin's most discerning comedy fans.

Tuesday nights at the Ha'penny Inn have been all about the Battle of the Axe since 1996, making it over 22 years old - although it's a bit like Peter Pan - it will never grow up.

It has been a launch pad for some of the country's most iconic masters of mirth and it remains one of the most friendly places for new would-be comedians to cut their teeth and perfect their jokes.

Offer a little support to the newbies sweating behind the ears or lose your sense of public decorum altogether as you roar laughing at a well-known circuit comics trying their new jokes

Russell Brand, king of controversy, is on his way to the Olympia Theatre and will have you bursting with laughter at his loquacious comedy stylings.

Russell Brand, king of controversy, is on his way to the Olympia Theatre and will have you bursting with laughter at his loquacious comedy stylings.

Russell first became notorious as a TV presenter, appearing in madcap documentaries and on unravelling MTV shows. Temporarily, his career was driven off course by drug addiction, but once in recovery, he proved unstoppable.

He brought filthy double entendres to Big Brother’s Big Mouth, a Big Brother spin-off which saw his popularity explode. Major film roles and sell-out stand-up shows ensued.

International Literature Festival Dublin 2018
Saturday 19th May 2018 | Sunday 27th May 2018

Ireland's premier literary event and gathers the finest writers in the world to debate, provoke, delight and enthral. Described by the press as "boasting a stunning array of top international literary talent" and "the country's most successful and easily the best annual literary event", International Literature Festival Dublin line-up is sure to impress.

Story of The Irish Potato Famine (1845 to 1852)

From 27 April to 23 June 2018, artistic collective DEMOCRACIA (Pablo Espana and Ivan Lopez) will premier their expansive new operatic work ORDER at Rua Red Gallery, Dublin. Based in Madrid, DEMOCRACIA collaborate on large-scale interventions, politicising spaces and situations through the apparatus of propaganda.

Ireland’s premier literary event comes to Dublin this summer with the finest writers in the world gathering to debate, provoke, and inspire.

Ireland’s premier literary event comes to Dublin this summer with the finest writers in the world gathering to debate, provoke, and inspire.

With readings, discussions, workshops, performance, and screenings, there are so many events for literary fans to choose from. Whether it’s poets, writers of fiction or non-fiction, lyricists, playwrights, and screenwriters that you find most inspiring, the International Literature Festival Dublin has something to suit all tastes.

Children’s fiction and Irish language writers are also strongly represented at this high calibre festival so don’t miss your chance to explore the current literary landscape when the International Literature Festival Dublin takes over the capital this May.

Tuesday nights at the Ha'penny Inn have been all about the Battle of the Axe since 1996, making it over 22 years old.

So, you think you're funny... it's time to test that confidence against the might of an audience filled with some of Dublin's most discerning comedy fans.

Tuesday nights at the Ha'penny Inn have been all about the Battle of the Axe since 1996, making it over 22 years old - although it's a bit like Peter Pan - it will never grow up.

It has been a launch pad for some of the country's most iconic masters of mirth and it remains one of the most friendly places for new would-be comedians to cut their teeth and perfect their jokes.

Offer a little support to the newbies sweating behind the ears or lose your sense of public decorum altogether as you roar laughing at a well-known circuit comics trying their new jokes

Russell Brand, king of controversy, is on his way to the Olympia Theatre and will have you bursting with laughter at his loquacious comedy stylings.

Russell Brand, king of controversy, is on his way to the Olympia Theatre and will have you bursting with laughter at his loquacious comedy stylings.

Russell first became notorious as a TV presenter, appearing in madcap documentaries and on unravelling MTV shows. Temporarily, his career was driven off course by drug addiction, but once in recovery, he proved unstoppable.

He brought filthy double entendres to Big Brother’s Big Mouth, a Big Brother spin-off which saw his popularity explode. Major film roles and sell-out stand-up shows ensued.

International Literature Festival Dublin 2018
Saturday 19th May 2018 | Sunday 27th May 2018

Ireland's premier literary event and gathers the finest writers in the world to debate, provoke, delight and enthral. Described by the press as "boasting a stunning array of top international literary talent" and "the country's most successful and easily the best annual literary event", International Literature Festival Dublin line-up is sure to impress.

Story of The Irish Potato Famine (1845 to 1852)

From 27 April to 23 June 2018, artistic collective DEMOCRACIA (Pablo Espana and Ivan Lopez) will premier their expansive new operatic work ORDER at Rua Red Gallery, Dublin. Based in Madrid, DEMOCRACIA collaborate on large-scale interventions, politicising spaces and situations through the apparatus of propaganda.

The Brady's Sessions takes place for the fourth gig of 2018 on Friday 25th May from 9pm - 1am in Gub Dandy's at the side of Brady's Pub Terenure.

Music by:
The Finns, Gatinhos, Paul in Denial, Brian McGrane, Micah, Terrie Gray.

Dublin 7s Festival
Old Belvedere Rugby Club, Friday 25th May - Saturday 26th May 2018
Back for its third year the Dublin 7s are set to blow you away. Whether you are taking part in the rugby or partaking in a great day out…this is the event for everyone. All tickets and team registrations are on sale now. For an extra special occasion please see our premium offerings and no need for a baby sitter because this is a child friendly event with heaps of activities for all ages. All of our food and drink is of the highest quality local produce. We will be cramming as much rugby as possible into the programme with live music, DJ stages, strong man competitions, dodgeball and much more there to distract you away from the pitch side.

Ireland’s premier literary event comes to Dublin this summer with the finest writers in the world gathering to debate, provoke, and inspire.

Ireland’s premier literary event comes to Dublin this summer with the finest writers in the world gathering to debate, provoke, and inspire.

With readings, discussions, workshops, performance, and screenings, there are so many events for literary fans to choose from. Whether it’s poets, writers of fiction or non-fiction, lyricists, playwrights, and screenwriters that you find most inspiring, the International Literature Festival Dublin has something to suit all tastes.

Children’s fiction and Irish language writers are also strongly represented at this high calibre festival so don’t miss your chance to explore the current literary landscape when the International Literature Festival Dublin takes over the capital this May.

Tuesday nights at the Ha'penny Inn have been all about the Battle of the Axe since 1996, making it over 22 years old.

So, you think you're funny... it's time to test that confidence against the might of an audience filled with some of Dublin's most discerning comedy fans.

Tuesday nights at the Ha'penny Inn have been all about the Battle of the Axe since 1996, making it over 22 years old - although it's a bit like Peter Pan - it will never grow up.

It has been a launch pad for some of the country's most iconic masters of mirth and it remains one of the most friendly places for new would-be comedians to cut their teeth and perfect their jokes.

Offer a little support to the newbies sweating behind the ears or lose your sense of public decorum altogether as you roar laughing at a well-known circuit comics trying their new jokes

International Literature Festival Dublin 2018
Saturday 19th May 2018 | Sunday 27th May 2018

Ireland's premier literary event and gathers the finest writers in the world to debate, provoke, delight and enthral. Described by the press as "boasting a stunning array of top international literary talent" and "the country's most successful and easily the best annual literary event", International Literature Festival Dublin line-up is sure to impress.

Story of The Irish Potato Famine (1845 to 1852)

From 27 April to 23 June 2018, artistic collective DEMOCRACIA (Pablo Espana and Ivan Lopez) will premier their expansive new operatic work ORDER at Rua Red Gallery, Dublin. Based in Madrid, DEMOCRACIA collaborate on large-scale interventions, politicising spaces and situations through the apparatus of propaganda.

PictureHouse have today announced the release of their brand new single Riptide. Written by frontman Dave Browne with Swedish songwriter and producer Adam Kviman, Riptide is the first new material the band have released since 2013s Evolution album.

The record is also the first recording featuring the 4 original members of Dave Browne, Johnny Boyle, Aongus Ralston and Geoff Woods since Karmarama in 1998.

The band recently celebrated the 21st anniversary of their debut album with a show in Dublins National Concert Hall which saw many tributes for the band from luminaries such as Irish President Michael D Higgins and U2 singer Bono.

The band have announced an acoustic tour with shows in Tallaght and Trim confirmed and more to be added.

Riptide is released on May 26th with the track released on all digital platforms.

Dublin 7s Festival
Old Belvedere Rugby Club, Friday 25th May - Saturday 26th May 2018
Back for its third year the Dublin 7s are set to blow you away. Whether you are taking part in the rugby or partaking in a great day out…this is the event for everyone. All tickets and team registrations are on sale now. For an extra special occasion please see our premium offerings and no need for a baby sitter because this is a child friendly event with heaps of activities for all ages. All of our food and drink is of the highest quality local produce. We will be cramming as much rugby as possible into the programme with live music, DJ stages, strong man competitions, dodgeball and much more there to distract you away from the pitch side.

Ireland’s premier literary event comes to Dublin this summer with the finest writers in the world gathering to debate, provoke, and inspire.

Ireland’s premier literary event comes to Dublin this summer with the finest writers in the world gathering to debate, provoke, and inspire.

With readings, discussions, workshops, performance, and screenings, there are so many events for literary fans to choose from. Whether it’s poets, writers of fiction or non-fiction, lyricists, playwrights, and screenwriters that you find most inspiring, the International Literature Festival Dublin has something to suit all tastes.

Children’s fiction and Irish language writers are also strongly represented at this high calibre festival so don’t miss your chance to explore the current literary landscape when the International Literature Festival Dublin takes over the capital this May.

Tuesday nights at the Ha'penny Inn have been all about the Battle of the Axe since 1996, making it over 22 years old.

So, you think you're funny... it's time to test that confidence against the might of an audience filled with some of Dublin's most discerning comedy fans.

Tuesday nights at the Ha'penny Inn have been all about the Battle of the Axe since 1996, making it over 22 years old - although it's a bit like Peter Pan - it will never grow up.

It has been a launch pad for some of the country's most iconic masters of mirth and it remains one of the most friendly places for new would-be comedians to cut their teeth and perfect their jokes.

Offer a little support to the newbies sweating behind the ears or lose your sense of public decorum altogether as you roar laughing at a well-known circuit comics trying their new jokes

International Literature Festival Dublin 2018
Saturday 19th May 2018 | Sunday 27th May 2018

Ireland's premier literary event and gathers the finest writers in the world to debate, provoke, delight and enthral. Described by the press as "boasting a stunning array of top international literary talent" and "the country's most successful and easily the best annual literary event", International Literature Festival Dublin line-up is sure to impress.