Category Archives: Activities in ireland

Fantastic Gathering events taking place in Easter and April

The good Irish weather may not feel very seasonal for this time of year, but the increase of wonderful Gathering Events and Festival can only mean that Spring has finally arrived, and with it, it brings a packed calendar of … Continue reading

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Clifden Traditional Music Festival

For the past four years Clifden, the largest town in Connemara, County Galway has held a Traditional Music Festival. A great weekend of music, singing and dancing happening from 4th – 7th April, there will be an official opening concert … Continue reading

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Much-Fun-to-be-had at the Run-a-muck Challenge!

Taking place in just under two weeks time on Saturday 9th March at 11am in the grounds of Clonkeeran House, near Johnstown Bridge in County Kildare, one of Ireland’s most popular off-road fun and run challenges, Run-a-Muck will take place.

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Jameson Dublin International Film Festival

Established some 10 years ago in 2003, The Jameson Dublin International Film Festival will be taking place from 14th – 24th February in the vibrant capital, presenting over 140 films from all over the globe to an Irish Audience.

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Hundreds of Dolphins Spotted in the Irish Sea

Not too long after the magnificent sightings of humpback whale frolicking in the waters off Baltimore in late November captivated the nation, once again the waters off Ireland proved a hotspot for whale and dolphin spotters. A few days ago marine … Continue reading

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Christmas Markets in Ireland: Galway Continental Christmas Market

Where: Eyre Square, Galway City When: 23rd of November to the 22nd of December 2012 Opening hours: 12pm – 8pm from Monday to Wednesday 10am – 10pm Thursday – Sunday. For the third year in a row, the City Business … Continue reading

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A Christmas Carol in Dublin, Ireland

From December 8th to 22nd, the Ark will be celebrating the 200th birthday of Charles Dickens. The show which is geared for children eight and over will tell the famous Christmas Carol tale that has captured the hearts of young … Continue reading

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The Irish Gathering 2013 reveals over 1,500 events

It’s been revealed that over 1,500 events will be staged throughout Ireland next year by local communities, family groups and local organisations as part of the Irish Gathering 2013.

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Visiting Santa in Ireland – Some Options

From the 30th of November to the 23rd of December 2012, The Lodge at Tayto Park will be transformed into a magical Christmas grotto. The Tayto Park is located at Kilbrew, Ashbourne in Co. Meath. It has been described as … Continue reading

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Festivals and Frights this Bank Holiday Weekend

This forthcoming bank holiday weekend there is so much to do up and down the country that wherever you may be on your Ireland vacation you are sure to find some festival or Halloween themed entertainment to enjoy.

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