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The show is produced by Showbiz Productions, led by Andrea Kavanagh of The Showbiz Academy, whose work with young performers and family entertainment has made her a familiar name in Irish stage circles. Starring Nicole Filan as Rapunzel, the production promises a warm, funny and family-friendly show for children, parents, grandparents and anyone who loves a proper Christmas outing in the city. Celebrating 22 magical years at 3Olympia, it’s become a must-see tradition f

Other practices in Ireland include lighting bonfires, and having firework displays. There are also tales of the pooka and banshees, among others.citation needed The decline is said to be linked to reports of Catholic Church sexual abuse cases in Ireland.citation needed Amongst the Republic of Ireland's Roman Catholics, weekly church attendance has declined sharply over the past few decades, from 87% in 1981, to 60% in 1998, to 30% in 2021. The 1st of February, known as St. Brigid's Day (after St. Brigid, one of the patron saints of Ireland) or Imbolc, also does not have its origins in Christianity, being instead another religious observance superimposed at the beginning of spring. These parades are colourful affairs with Orange Banners and sashes on display and include music in the form of traditional songs such as "The Sash" and "Derry's Walls" performed by a mixture of pipe, flute, accordion, and brass marching bands.

• British and satellite-carried international television channels have widespread audiences in the Republic.
• There are also several news websites including The Journal, RTÉ News, BreakingNews.ie and Extra.ie.
• Journey through the Haunted Trail, encounter playful characters and surprises, and discover ancient Samhain traditions in The Samhain Forest.
• This unforgettable production of Joyce's masterpiece takes place in the rich historical interior and unseen rooms of UCD Newman House.
• Across four enchanted days, children and adults can take part in Spell Jar Making and Wand Making Workshops inspired by medieval traditions.

It comes after the presenter revealed she had frozen her eggs in an interview on Lorraine in 2024. #BruceSpringsteen @springsteen #TheBoss and @IrishETV host @BrigidBoden #irishAncestry#SpringsteenOnBroadway #rockmusic #rockmusician #WalterKerrTheatre #TheBigApple pic.twitter.com/TY8lpN3K5B Considered the premier conductor for video game music, Eimear also composes for feature films, TV, commercials and video games. They do incredible work rescuing dogs, and have adopted out more than 100 furry angels in the last three months.

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As the veil thins at Samhain, join us for a journey through the hidden folklore, horrors and spirits of our house on St Stephen's Green. Highlights include Halloween history tours, creative workshops, Fright Night Bingo, Songs for Samhain and a candlelight reading of Bram Stoker’s Dracula’s Guest. A fun-filled family event, audiences are encouraged to come in costume, with prizes for the best dressed at selected performances—making it the perfect Halloween treat for children and gro Join Little Red as she journeys through the enchanted forest on her way to visit her fabulous D’ Granny.

A Halloween celebration for the local community, brought to you by Dub The Dockers and Demons festival, which began in 2017, is a celebration of community, creative arts and the spooky, set against the backdrop of Dublin’s historic Docklands. The Halloween Main Street Market will transform the area into a festive autumn destination featuring local vendors, live entertainment, family activities, seasonal treats, and a charming pumpkin patch. Halloween is fast approaching and it’s time to delve back in the origins of Irish traditions and explore how Samhain became Halloween. Now in its thirteenth consecutive year, Dundrum on Ice offers a magical experience for all ages. Opened in 2013 in the infamous town centre of Dundrum, it sets a standard that is carried throughout all of our rinks to ensure an unforgettable experience.

Whether you're an experienced collector or completely new to the hobby, Ireland Card Show is a fun, welcoming Come explore everything from technology and ecosystems to the special science week theme of water and its vital role in our world.Meet an amazing line-up of DGW2026 presents a special series of exhibitions and events that showcase the creative and dynamic energy of Irish contemporary art, reinforcing Dublin’s cultural leadership on the European stage.

Rugby clubs at all levels are very welcoming to newcomers (you don't need to be a hero to join a local club team). Rural areas and some religious communities hold more conservative views, but broadly Ireland is a welcoming and safe environment for LGBTQ+ expats. Yes – Ireland was the first country in the world to legalise same-sex marriage by popular vote (2015) and has consistently progressive LGBTQ+ legislation. Sea kayaking, coasteering, and wild swimming are increasingly popular. Four Nobel laureates in literature, global musical icons from U2 to Westlife, and a tradition of storytelling, theatre, and visual arts that punches well above its weight.

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Guinness Choir presents Bach’s Christmas Oratorio alongside festive favourites—a joyful celebration of timeless Christmas music. It promises to be a very special celebration of music, tradition, and the festive season. Produced as always by the brilliant TheatreworX Productions, NEVERLAND promises a swashbuckling mix of festive fun, magical mischief, and spectacular adventure for the whole family. The event will feature a chilling House of Horrors Haunted house, live entertainment on the big stage and fun activities for young people, families, and the wider community. Located in the heart of North Dublin, our rink offers festive fun for all ages, from family days out to seasonal date nights.

There are also a number of Summer Schools on topics from traditional music to literature and the arts. Ireland is well supplied with museums and art galleries and offers, especially during the summer months, a wide range of cultural events. Ireland has also proved a popular location for shooting films with The Quiet Man (1952), Saving Private Ryan (1998), Braveheart (1995), King Arthur (2004) and P.S.

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• Irish ghost stories and funerary traditions travelled with the Irish diaspora and often became entangled with local customs to form entirely new traditions over the centuries.
• "Clubbing" has become a popular phenomenon amongst young people in Ireland during the celtic tiger years.
• For 366 years, the George V Bridge has connected the historic city of Orléans to its south bank across the Loire.
• Late Late Show line-up revealed with legendary Irish rocker and Celebrity Traitors star topping the bill
• The decline is said to be linked to reports of Catholic Church sexual abuse cases in Ireland.citation needed

A guide of What's On in Dublin now, including event listings, shopping, festivals in the city and much more… Rapunzel lets down her hair in the heart of Dublin for festive panto magic at The Ambassador Theatre. Enjoy a warm, uplifting programme of choral music that brings together timeless tradition and some sing-along festive favourites. Join the Guinness Choir for a joyful Christmas celebration, featuring highlights from Bach’s magnificent Christmas Oratorio alongside a selection of much-loved seasonal classics. Join us for a wonderful evening of music as we bring Handel’s much-loved masterpiece to life, featuring its stirring choruses, beautiful arias, and unforgettable Hallelujah Chorus.

In the 21st century, the modern selection of foods common to Western cultures has also to some extent been adopted in Ireland. The seeds of knotgrass and goosefoot were widely present and may have been used to make a porridge.citation needed Several other languages are spoken on the island, including Shelta, a mixture of Irish, Romani and English, spoken widely by Travellers.

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In Northern Ireland the main terrestrial television stations are the main UK wide channels BBC One, BBC Two, ITV, Channel 4 and Channel 5. During the 1990s and particularly the early 2000s, dozens of local radio stations have gained licenses. Among the best-selling Irish magazines are the RTÉ Guide, Ireland's Eye, Irish Tatler, VIP, Phoenix and In Dublin.citation needed The Irish magazine market consisting of international magazines, ranging from Time and The Economist to Hello! There are also two weekly papers, the Northside People and Southside People that cover local topics in the capital. Curiously Dublin remains one of the few places in Ireland without a major local paper since the Dublin Evening Mail closed down in the 1960s.

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Join The Good Witch in weaving magic spells around her cauldron. The Good Witch with her magic lantern and the Archer with his fire arrow will banish the bad witches to the hills. With the full collection of Pumpkins After Dark displays returning for 2026, plus brand-new pumpkin creations, photo opportunities and a new pathway route through the site, there is more to discover than

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Temperatures are ten-year average daily highs; “wet” is average days with rain. July is the warmest month (19°C average high) and January the driest (12 rain days). We update our Dublin events database daily to ensure you never miss the latest additions to the city's cultural calendar. Get our free Thursday email with the best Dublin events for the weekend ahead. See what's on in Dublin with the Visit Dublin guide to highlights and must-see events taking place over the coming days and weeks…

• Travel aboard the Spookwood Express, venture deeper into the forest, and discover a spellbinding experience filled with surprises, laughter, and Halloween wonder.
• Some towns even have local American football leagues.
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• Typically pubs are important meeting places, where people can gather and meet their neighbours and friends in a relaxed atmosphere; similar to the café cultures of other countries.
• As Other Voices heads for Dingle and its 25th edition, Home sets the journey in motion at St. James's Gate with an intimate night of music and song in the heart of the Liberties.

Each of the five workshops takes a different theme as its starting point, and starts with a Slow Looking art tour of selected Unstable realities resemble our wildest imagination in this absurdist spectacle – writ large and set loose on the national stage. Tales from the Pale celebrates all things horrific – learn about the city’s ghosts and ghouls as you journey along the stadium’s rooftop walkway. A wickedly funny Halloween spectacular for all the family! Join us for the annual #CivicSpooktacular this Halloween with more magic and mayhem than you can imagine! Learn about witches Carve your own pumpkin🎃 Make Halloween pottery Walking tours Catch fascinating lectures in Dublin pubs Hear spine-tingling stories Explore Halloween art workshops Live podcasts Wander the Halloween market Visit

Get ready for a fang-tastic time in South Dublin! 😱 Welcome to a very special storytelling event for lovers of the supernatural. Each workshop is included with your admission ticket and offers a hands-on way to explore the mystical side of Dublin’s past. Across four enchanted days, children and adults can take part in Spell Jar Making and Wand Making Workshops inspired by medieval traditions. Join us this Halloween at Dublinia for a family-friendly event full of history, magic and creativity. There will also be a special after-hours ZNAKI FM Launches Irish Edition, Expanding Its Global News and Entertainment Network edition of the tour on Thursday, 29th October at 7.30pm

The International Dublin Tattoo Convention is Ireland's premier annual celebration of tattoo culture, bringing over 250 top international and local artists together at the RDS Main Hall. In this Performance Symposium we will collapse the borders between the internal human experience and the external lived experience — Events range from author in-conversations, panel discussions, book launches and literary walking tours, to creative workshops, professional development events, and a full free family and schools’ programme. Dublin Book Festival is one of Ireland’s biggest and most dynamic literary festivals, celebrating Ireland's writers, illustrators and publishers.

Sleeping With The Enemy star, Patrick Bergin, chats to Brigid Boden, IrishETV, about his latest role on BBC Eastenders, working with Julia Roberts, his new music release, Crazy in Love, and staring in Native by Linda Bhreathnach. Director Keely Shaye Brosnan and executive director Pierce Brosnan chat with Brigid Boden IrishETV about their movie, Poisoning Paradise, screened at the Newport Beach Film Festival CA. RTÉ's new true crime series tells the story of five sisters who took on the IRA Celebrity Clodagh McKenna reveals husband Harry is eyeing up an Irish passport Soaps Hollyoaks star is dating her on-screen brother in real life