Festivals in Dublin
Dublin knows how to put on a festival. From world-famous celebrations and food festivals to literary gatherings, cultural showcases and seasonal markets, there’s always something happening somewhere in the city.
Whether you’re visiting for a weekend or planning your trip around a major event, discover the biggest festivals taking place in Dublin throughout the year, all within easy reach of The Dean Dublin Docklands.
Dublin Pride
Late June 2027 | Dublin City Centre
One of Ireland’s biggest celebrations of LGBTQ+ culture and inclusion, Dublin Pride brings colourful parades, live performances, community events and parties to the capital each summer.
Longitude Festival
July 2027 | Marlay Park
Ireland’s biggest contemporary music festival welcomes international artists across hip-hop, pop, electronic and alternative music for a weekend of outdoor performances.
Dance World Cup Finals
8–18 July 2026 | Convention Centre Dublin
More than 120,000 young dancers representing dozens of countries compete in one of the world’s largest international dance competitions at the Convention Centre Dublin.
The Liberties Festival
20–26 July 2026 | The Liberties
One of Ireland’s longest-running community festivals celebrates Dublin’s historic Liberties neighbourhood with live music, culture, family activities and heritage events.
Dublin Horse Show
5–9 August 2026 | RDS
More than just an equestrian competition, the Dublin Horse Show combines international sport, shopping, food, fashion and entertainment into one of Ireland’s signature summer events.
Dublin Fringe Festival
September 2026 | Various Venues
Ireland’s largest multidisciplinary arts festival showcases hundreds of theatre, comedy, dance, music and visual arts performances across the city.
Dublin Theatre Festival
September–October 2026 | Various Venues
One of Europe’s leading theatre festivals presents Irish premieres, international productions and new writing at venues throughout Dublin.
Culture Night
September 2026 | Citywide
Museums, galleries, theatres and cultural institutions open their doors with hundreds of free events, performances and late-night experiences across Dublin.
Bram Stoker Festival
Late October 2026 | Various Venues
Celebrate Dublin’s most famous gothic author with immersive performances, street spectacles, literature, music and Halloween-inspired events.
Dublin Book Festival
November 2026 | Various Venues
Authors, publishers and readers come together for talks, workshops, book launches and literary events celebrating Irish writing.
Dublin International Film Festival
February 2027 | Various Venues
One of Ireland’s premier film festivals showcases Irish and international cinema alongside premieres, industry events and filmmaker Q&As.
St Patrick’s Festival
March 2027 | Dublin City Centre
Ireland’s biggest cultural celebration transforms Dublin with spectacular parades, street theatre, live music, family entertainment and celebrations across the city.
Bloomsday Festival
11–16 June 2027 | Dublin City Centre
Celebrate James Joyce’s Ulysses with literary walks, theatrical performances, readings and Edwardian costume events throughout Dublin.
Other Festivals in Dublin
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Festival |
Typical Dates |
Location |
|---|---|---|
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Forbidden Fruit Festival |
Late May |
Royal Hospital Kilmainham |
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Dalkey Book Festival |
June |
Dalkey |
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Taste of Dublin |
June |
Merrion Square |
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Flavours of Fingal |
Early July |
Newbridge House, Fingal |
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Dún Laoghaire Summerfest |
July |
Dún Laoghaire |
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Live at the Iveagh Gardens |
July |
Iveagh Gardens |
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Dublin Comic Con |
August |
Convention Centre Dublin |
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National Heritage Week |
August |
Various venues |
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Open House Dublin |
October |
Citywide |
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Dublin Festival of History |
September–October |
Various venues |
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TradFest Temple Bar |
January |
Temple Bar |
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Chinese New Year Festival Dublin |
January–February |
Citywide |
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Dublin International Piano Competition |
May (biennial) |
National Concert Hall |
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Dublin Dance Festival |
May |
Various venues |
|
New Year’s Festival Dublin |
31 December–1 January |
Dublin City Centre |
Location
In the heart of the Docklands, just 15 minutes from Dublin Airport and steps from 3Arena, Dublin Convention Centre, the Bord Gáis Energy Theatre and the IFSC. We're right beside the Luas stop, Dublin's tram that takes you to the city centre in 10 minutes.
From the Airport
15 minute drive from Dublin Airport via Dublin Port Tunnel, with taxis and Ubers departing frequently from Arrivals. The Dublin Express 784 bus takes 20 minutes and drops you a 2 minute walk from the front door. The Aircoach 702 bus brings you from the airport terminals to 3Arena, less than 5 minutes' walk away.
By train
The Point Luas stop is right behind the hotel, and we're a short walk from Connolly Station.
On Foot
3Arena - 400m
Dublin Convention Centre - 450m
Bord Gáis Energy Theatre - 1km
Connolly Station - 1.6km
