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Dublin Events

Dublin 2012 events

February
04
Six Nations Rugby Tournament

Ireland takes on England, Wales, Scotland, France and Italy in a series of games.

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February
18
Jameson Dublin International Film Festival

A celebration of the best in contemporary world cinema with over 100 film premieres during 10 days.

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March
17
St Patrick's Day Parade

Ireland's largest street party consists of parades, fireworks, family carnivals, street performances and ceilidh dancing throughout the city in...

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April
01
Colours Boat Race

A spectacular rowing race on the River Liffey between Trinity College and University College Dublin.

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May
01
Heineken Green Energy Music Festival

A lively programme of outdoor rock concerts by well-known artists at Dublin Castle and smaller indoor gigs featuring lesser-known bands over the...

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June
16
Bloomsday Festival

A walk around the city (starting at the James Joyce Centre, 35 North Great George's Street) in celebration of the life of James Joyce, as part of...

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August
04
Failte Ireland Dublin Horse Show

A celebration of Ireland's affinity with the horse, the Dublin Horse Show is something of an institution in the city and is one of the highlights...

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September
03
The Liffey Swim

Since 1920, spectators turn out to watch swimmers race in the River Liffey from Rory O'More Bridge to the Custom House.

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October
25
Dublin City Marathon

More than 10,000 runners have participated over recent years in the Adidas Dublin City Marathon. The 42.2km (26.2 miles) race starts at Baggot...

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October
31
Samhain Halloween Festival

One of the city's few genuinely Celtic traditions, with parties and celebrations climaxing in fireworks and a thrilling night-time procession of...

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December
26
Leopardstown Races

One of the annual horse-racing highlights of Dublin's prestigious racecourse, attracting riders from around Europe.

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Dublin 2013 events

January
26
Temple Bar Trad - Irish Music and Culture Festival

This is Dublin's premier celebration of traditional Irish music and culture. For five days and nights, Temple Bar in the heart of the city, comes...

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Dublin 2014 events

June
01
Pipeworks Festival

Since it began in 1980 (as the Dublin International Organ & Choral Festival) this high calibre event has delivered an innovative and diverse...

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