The Dublin City Soul Festival returns for another year from the 22nd – 25th May 2008. Regarded as a festival of “peace, unity and love” it will feature some top international DJ’s, live bands and some of soul’s biggest stars. Read on for more on this festival. About the festival…   The Dublin City Soul Festival has become one of the most eagerly anticipated music events in the city and it draws many of Soul Music’s biggest stars. The festival consists of several live concerts as well as a number …
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Ireland’s only dedicated poetry festival; the Poetry Now Festival in Dun Laoghaire is sure to be a great event, so whether you’re a poetry buff or a budding poet why not come along. For a whole weekend you can absorb yourself in the world of poetry so if this sounds like something you would enjoy, read on for more info on the festival, the venue and our Dublin hotels where you can stay. About the festival…   The Poetry Now Festival 2008 will be coming to Dun Laoghaire for its …
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The International Dublin Dance Festival is coming to the Abbey Theatre and promises to the biggest one to hit Dublin ever! The festival goes on for two and a half weeks, from April 17th to May 3rd. For more info on the festival, venue and accommodation read our guide. About the festival… The Dublin Dance Festival 2008 (formerly the International Dance Festival Ireland) will be coming to the Abbey Theatre in April and May of 2008. This festival is dedicated to bringing contemporary dance to the fore. The festivals in …
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Handel’s Messiah Festival 2008 is back for another year after being such a success the past two years. It takes place once again in Temple Bar, Dublin’s Cultural Quarter and all events are free, so come along from the 13th of April to the 18th and enjoy the celebrations of Handel, his music and its connection with Dublin. About the festival… The Handel’s Messiah Festival 2008 will be a glorious week of music. This will be the 3rd year of the festival after the first year in 2006 was such …
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The International Dublin Gay Theatre Festival is the only festival in Europe dedicated solely to Gay Theatre. This festival explores the contribution that gay people have made to the arts throughout history and continue to make to this day. The International Dublin Gay Theatre Festival runs from May 5th to the 18th. About the festival… The International Dublin Gay Theatre Festival 2008 will be held in various venues in the city centre in the first half of May. The festival was originally set up to commemorate the 150th Anniversary of …
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Rock chic Avril Lavigne is bringing her ‘Best Damn Tour’ to the RDS, Dublin on the 6th June 2008. Tickets are still on sale for this concert and we have some Dublin hotels with availability…read our guide to the gig for more. About the concert…   Avril Lavigne is a Canadian rock/pop singer who rose to fame in 2002 with her debut album “Let Go” which featured such singles as Complicated, Sk8er Boi, and I’m With You. Later on she also released Under My Skin (2004) and The Best Damn …
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Sir James Galway, one of the world’s best known flute players, is coming to the National Concert Hall in Dublin for one concert only. Read on to find out more on the show, the venue, how to get there and where to stay. About Sir James Galway…   Born in Belfast Northern Ireland, but now living in Switzerland, Sir James Galway makes a welcome return to Dublin for one night only. The classical artist will be accompanied by his wife Lady Jeanne Galway who is also an accomplished performer. He has …
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Celine Dion is bringing her ‘Taking Chances’ world tour 08-09 to Croke Park stadium, Dublin for one night only on May 30th 2008. This promises to be a fantastic show featuring all her major hits, plus some new hits from her latest album ‘Taking Chances’ which was released last winter. Tickets are sold out, so if you’re lucky enough to have one – check out our guide to the concert! About the concert… Celine Dion has come along way since she first began her singing career in Canada in the …
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Westlife are currently celebrating their 10th year together, and what better way to mark it, than to play their ‘Back Home Tour’ in their home city of Dublin. It promises to be one of the most spectacular live performances by Westlife, so it’s definitely a show not to be missed especially if you’re a Westlife fan. About the concert… The Westlife ‘Back Home Tour’ 2008 will be coming to Croke Park, Dublin, in June this year and what makes this tour so special is the fact that it has always …
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The Spring House and Garden Show is in its 6th year and is regarded as the “ultimate lifestyle event”. It’s a three day event which attracts upwards of 30,000 people to its numerous stands, displays and discussion forums. So if you’re planning on looking for some bright ideas on landscaping, building, re-decorating or DIY then come along to the RDS Simmonscourt from the 7th -9th March. Read on for more on the event, how to get there and where to stay… About the event… The Spring House and Garden Show …
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