Category Archives: Activities in ireland

Waterford Harvest Festival 2012

Posted on July 20, 2012 by Seamus O'Murchu

A city wide festival, the Waterford Harvest Festival celebrates the food heritage and culture in Waterford, and takes place 10th – 16th September 2012. A festival for food lovers everywhere, the Waterford Harvest Festival is a modern twist on the … Continue reading →

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Rose of Tralee International Festival

Posted on July 18, 2012 by Seamus O'Murchu

Only a month away, The Rose of Tralee Festival,  one of Ireland’s largest and longest running festivals, which is based around the selection of the Rose of Tralee, an international event that encompasses young women of Irish descent from Ireland … Continue reading →

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National Heritage Week in Ireland

Posted on July 6, 2012 by Seamus O'Murchu

One thing not to be missed this year is the National Heritage Week which runs from the 18th to the 26th of August this summer. Background: Thanks to encouragement from the EU, people from across Europe visit hundreds of historic … Continue reading →

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John Barry Maritime Festival Wexford

Posted on June 22, 2012 by Seamus O'Murchu

This weekend in Wexford, thousands of visitors are expected to attend the two day festival to commemorate one of its most famous sons, Commodore John Barry, the founder of the American Navy. Wexford-born Captain John Barry offered his services to … Continue reading →

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Limerick Tag Rugby Festival Pig ‘N’ Porter 2012

Posted on June 18, 2012 by Seamus O'Murchu

The Pig ‘N’ Porter Festival in Limerick is a one day event that happens every July. Now in its 11th Year and proudly sponsored once again by Heinz, the 2012 Pig ‘n’ Porter Festival in association with the Irish Tag … Continue reading →

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Sea Sessions Surf Music Festival in Bundoran in Donegal

Posted on June 14, 2012 by Seamus O'Murchu

Surf history will again be made in Ireland as the return of the ASP Europe Speciality Surfing event festival happens later this month on 29th and 30th June and 1st July 2012 in Bundoran, County Donegal. Firmly placing Ireland as … Continue reading →

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Fast Cars and Formula One Fun comes to Dublin on Sunday

Posted on June 1, 2012 by Seamus O'Murchu

This Sunday 3rd June it is expected that more than 100,000 people will descend on Dublin city centre to enjoy the Bavaria City Racing showcase of some of the world’s fastest cars, including Formula One cars and drivers. Sure to … Continue reading →

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Summer Music Festivals in Ireland

Posted on May 21, 2012 by Seamus O'Murchu

This summer there are many music festivals to be enjoyed up and down the country that have attracted some well known international acts to the bill! With so much choice, there is sure to be something to suit everyone’s musical … Continue reading →

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Record Breaking Weekend in Belfast!

Posted on May 8, 2012 by Seamus O'Murchu

Despite the conditions, 20,000 people from all over Ireland and indeed the rest of the world took part in yesterday’s Belfast Marathon. It certainly was the place to be on Bank Holiday Monday despite the bad weather, as almost 3,800 … Continue reading →

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Rugby by the Sea!

Posted on April 26, 2012 by Seamus O'Murchu

As the May Bank holiday weekend approaches, the beautiful historic town of Kinsale situated on the southern coast of Ireland in County Cork prepares itself for the world renowned Kinsale Sevens! A fun weekend for all – year on year … Continue reading →

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