In Irish or Gaelic, the month of May is known as Mí Bhealtaine or Bealtaine.  The Bealtaine Festival is an Irish national festival that runs from 1st May to 31st May and celebrates creativity in older age and is co-ordinated by Age & Opportunity and includes events organised by hundreds of partner organisations.  For further details please read on… Now in its 15th year Bealtaine continues to grow and this year will see more events and organisers than ever before with hundreds of events taking place across the country, this …
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Ireland’s biggest festival and celebration – St. Patrick’s Day is taking place next month! Now is the time to plan that long-awaited trip to Ireland to celebrate it with us! After all, St.Patrick is the patron saint of Ireland – so we really do know how to celebrate it best!     Everyone wants to be Irish on St. Patrick’s Day and it is celebrated all over the world, but there really is nowhere to match the excitement, colour and atmosphere than in Ireland! On this special day, young and …
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Looking for an Irish Festival with a difference? Then Puck Fair is the festival for you.  Puck Fair is one of the oldest festivals and fairs Ireland has to offer and is traditionally held on 10th, 11th and 12th of August.  The picturesque town of Killorglin, in County Kerry, is home to Puck Fair.  This is truly one of Ireland’s most unusual street festivals not to be missed. For further details please read on… The town of Killorglin lies in the shadows of The McGillycuddy Reeks.  Killorglin is located in …
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This year the people at Guinness are planning a huge celebration to mark 250 years in business.  On 24th September 2009 the world will come together to celebrate and toast to the legend that is Sir Authur Guinness.  With celebrations and prizes planned to mark the occasion you won’t want to miss out.  For further details on this historic celebration please read on… Celebrating 250 years of brewing, and the anniversary of Arthur Guinness signing the lease on Saint James’s Gate Brewery, the people at Guinness will offer the opportunity …
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Visiting Dublin this summer? Then check out our selection of some free, yes FREE Outdoor Events taking place in Dublin city and be part of the fun and celebration this summer in Dublin’s fair city.  Come along and let Dublin entertain you this summer.    AIB Street Performance World Championships Dublin – 18th to 21st June 2009. Will you be in Dublin this June?  A visit to the AIB Street Performance World Championships is a must.  Taking place in Dublin’s Merrion Square from 18th June to 21st June for the …
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Looking for something to tantalise those taste buds? Then look no further; County Cork, located in the southwest corner of Ireland has it all!  The town of Kinsale is known as the “Gourmet Capital of Ireland” and offers a world-class selection of restaurants, fine dining and the best of local produce.  Similar can be said for the rest of the county and with so many top food festivals taking place in Cork each year it is little wonder. For further details please read on… Baltimore Seafood and Wooden Boat Festival …
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A visit to Dublin’s Docklands is a must this June Bank Holiday weekend.  Be part of the annual Docklands Maritime Festival running from 29th May to 1st June 2009.  Further details on the Docklands Maritime Festival please read on….   Start your summer in style this year with a visit to Dublin’s Docklands Maritime Festival promising a great family day out in Dublin’s fair city.  Dublin’s Docklands is a thriving area and is Dublin’s fastest developing area with much to see and do here.  Come and soak up the wonderful …
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There are many festivals going on in Galway over the next few months. Choose from Racing Festivals, Children’s Art Festivals, Film Festivals and Festivals celebrating the humble Oyster! Have a look at our brief guide for more details… Galway Early Music Festival Featuring music from the Medieval, Renaissance and Baroque periods, Galway Early Music Festival kicks off on the 15th May until the 17th May 2009. The programme includes international performers, concerts, school events, theatre and workshops.If you would like to know a little more, please take a look at …
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The Cork Choral Festival runs from Wednesday 29th April to Sunday 3rd May, 2009. Over the five days choirs from all over the world will compete for the coveted Fleischmann International Trophy. The programme of festivities also includes Gala Concerts, a Festival Club and a Choral Festival Food Fair.  Have a look at our brief guide for further information…  The Cork International Choral Festival runs from Wednesday 29th of April to Sunday 3rd of May 2009. The event is held in Cork City Hall, where non-professional choirs are chosen to …
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The two day Tralee St Patrick’s Festival in honour of our Patron Saint begins on Monday March 16th. The event will be attended by German Ambassador to Ireland, Herr Christian Pauls. A busy two days for the town, which will see a St. Patrick’s Eve concert, a function for a cultural partnership between Tralee and Frankfurt/Höchst, a multi-lingual Mass and the St. Patrick’s Day Parade. Have a look at our brief guide to find out what else is happening in the capital of the Kingdom… The Tralee St. Patrick’s Festival …
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