Category Archives: Festivals in ireland

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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Guinness Cork Jazz Festival returns to the banks of the Lee

The globally renowned Guinness Cork Jazz Festival will be rocking the banks of the River Lee between 23rd and 27th October 2014. 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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A culinary paradise awaits at the Kinsale Gourmet Festival

The Kinsale Gourmet Festival returns for its 38th year to showcase all of the culinary delights that Kinsale has to offer between the 10th and 12th October 2014. Continue reading

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Cork Short Story Festival

The Cork International Short Story Festival is set to take place from the 16th until the 20th September. An event dedicated to the celebration of short stories and named from one of Cork’s most beloved authors, the festival includes literary … Continue reading

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Cork’s Folk Festival to celebrate its 35th year in style

The 35th annual Cork Folk Festival takes place in Cork City with some of Ireland’s finest folk and traditional Irish musicians between the 2nd and 5th October. Continue reading

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Taste of Northern Ireland Festival

For those currently taking a vacation in Ireland, Northern Ireland is well worth a visit this weekend.  The gourmet hotspot city of Belfast is set to host the Tesco Taste Northern Ireland Event with over 60 food and drink businesses … Continue reading

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Midleton all set for a “Feast in the East” this September

East County Cork has increasingly become renowned for its artisan food and culinary excellence while not forgetting its long standing whiskey making traditions at the Jameson Distillery in Midleton. The 2014 Irish Distillers Midleton Food & Drink Festival on Saturday, … Continue reading

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A showcase of the arts at the Tiger Dublin Fringe Festival

The Tiger Dublin Fringe Festival is one of Ireland’s leading multi-disciplinary arts festivals and runs from 5th to 20th September 2014. Continue reading

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