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Events in Dublin
St Patrick’s Day
St. Patrick's Day is one of the most celebrated festivities in the world. Symbol of belonging and grounds for pride of every Irish person (even second or third generation) St. Patrick's Day celebrations tinge green some of the most important cities in the world, first among them Dublin.
In remembering the patron saint, who converted Ireland to Catholicism and gave it a national identity, the streets of the city fill with celebrations and music, masked parades, theatrical shows, all of which are doused in excellent beer.
Along with the celebrations in the streets and the pubs there's traditional Irish music festivals, organised with variable dates in the week following on from the 17th of March. Those who wish to participate in the celebrations must book their accommodation early in advance due to the many people who flock to the city.
17th of March
Info: www.stpatricksfestival.ie
Temple Bar Trad
In the days of celebration, it's possible to listen and watch traditional Irish music and dances. For the occasion street theatre shows are also organised.
Genuary
Info: www.templebar.ie
Jameson Dublin Film Festival
Although not one of the most famous film festivals, Dublin's is one of the most popular.
During the shows period, in some of the city's film halls around a 100 Irish and foreign films are shown.
The festival, inaugurated in 2002, represents today the most important cinematographic event in the country.
February
Info: www.dubliniff.com
Six-Nations Rubgby Internationals
Rugby is a good occasion for keeping thirty bullies far from the centre of the city.
Oscar Wilde
Whether in agreement or not with Oscar Wilde, the Irish love rugby a lot and the Six Nations are undoubtedly one of the most important events of this kind.
March- April
Info: www.6-nations-rugby.com
Bloomsday Festival
The festival, organised by the James Joyce Centre takes its name from of the main characters in Ulysses. During the festival period, Dublin city becomes an enormous stage on which Joyce's work and the Edwardian era are re-invoked with costumes.
week of 16th of June
Dublin Theatre Festival
The festival offers a rich program of shows with emerging Irish actors.
September - October
Info: www.dublintheatrefestival.com