Category Archives: Activities in ireland

Waterford Winterval – Ireland’s Christmas Festival

Winterval takes place in Waterford City between 21st November and 23rd December 2014, and will be one of the largest festive celebrations of the Christmas season in Ireland. Continue reading

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The National Circus Festival of Ireland

The approaching winter months with its temperamental climate may give many of us ample reasons to take in many of the indoor events in Ireland such as shows, cultural events and festivals happening nationwide. And over the coming weeks there … Continue reading

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The success of the recent Guinness Cork Jazz Festival

The renowned Guinness Cork Jazz Festival recently took place on the October Bank Holiday Weekend in Cork. The globally renowned festival saw over 1000 jazz musicians who made the trip to Ireland to take part in over 400 music sessions … Continue reading

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The Sligo Choral Music Festival

Visitors to Sligo in November are in for a musical treat. The Sligo Choral Music Festival is Ireland’s second largest choral festival and sees national and international choirs converge on the town of Sligo to compete in competitions.

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Connemara Four Seasons Walking Festival

Here in Ireland we are blessed with some awe inspiring scenic landscapes that beg to be fully explored and experienced no matter what the season or weather. For many the best way to fully explore the terrain and take in … Continue reading

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A unique celebration of opera in Wexford

Wexford Festival Opera which takes place between the 22nd October and 2nd November plays host to a unique celebration of the operatic arts. Continue reading

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Some spooky ideas for Halloween in Ireland

There are hauntingly good celebrations happening throughout the country that are sure to spook the daylights of anyone enjoying a trip to Ireland for Halloween. Continue reading

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Bram Stoker Festival to haunt Dublin in October

There may be a new Dracula film hitting the silver screen at the moment but it looks like the vampire theme is set to continue in Dublin City during the latter part of October when the Bram Stoker Festival 2014 takes place … Continue reading

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Enjoy County Kilkenny for FREE on the 11th October

The tourism body for Kilkenny City are offering visitors an especially cheap day out on Saturday, 11th October, for Kilkenny FREE Day.  Buildings all over the city and County Kilkenny will be open to visitors free of charge throughout the day giving … Continue reading

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Kinsale Arts Festival

The colourful, scenic and vibrant town of Kinsale is hosting on one of Ireland’s biggest art events this week. Bringing a range entertainment and excitement to the West Cork town, this festival is set to take place until the 28th … Continue reading

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