GPO Witness History: Meet the Archivist
Experience the events of the 1916 Easter Rising from the witnesses perspective – from active participants on both sides, to bystanders caught in the middle.
Venue: GPO
Time: 10-12pm/ 2-4pm, Thursday 16th March
Price: Free
In the footsteps of St Patrick walking tour
Enjoy very special walks in celebration of Ireland’s national patron saint, in the company of professional and enthusiastic guides, led by the renowned Dublin historian and author Pat Liddy.
Venue: Corner Suffolk & Andrew Streets (at Molly Malone statue)
Times:
16th March: 10.30am (English only) & 2.15pm (English & German)
17th March: 2.15pm only (English & German)
18th March: 10.30am (English only) & 2.15pm (English & German)
19th March: 10.30am (English only) & 2.15pm (English & German)
Price: To secure your place, online bookings are advised. For further information please go to www.walkingtours.ie
The Past is our present: Our Culture Surrounds Us
A series of fascinating lunchtime talks and workshops will run throughout St. Patrick’s Festival weekend.
Venue: The Little Museum of Dublin
Time: 1pm, Thursday 16th March
Price: Free
Festival Céilí
Get your dancing shoes on and join the world’s largest outdoor céilí, a celebration of traditional Irish dancing. Learn the steps, enjoy traditional live music and soak up the atmosphere on the streets of Dublin!
Venue: Earlsfort Terrace
Time: 4.29 pm, Thursday 16th
Price: Free
The Secret Session
The Secret Session is a true celebration of everything Irish – craft beers, whiskey, artisan food, entertainment and rugby!
Venue: RDS, Ballsbridge
Time: 16th March, 5pm to 11.30pm
17th and 18th March, 12noon to 11.30pm
Price: 10euro – 20euro. Register at www.secretsession.ie
Greening the City
In celebration of Ireland’s national holiday, see buildings, venues and spaces across the city illuminate green for the Festival.
Venue: Iconic Buildings across Dublin
Time: Thurs 16th March, 6pm
Price: Free
St. Patricks Festival
Watch as the finest of Irish street theatre companies bring this theme to life with their spectacular creations, pageantry and performance.
Venue: City Centre
Time: 12pm Friday, 17th March
Price: Free
Festival Treasure Hunt
Unlock the city as you navigate the exciting trail, visit some of Dublin’s beautiful, historical locations and solve clues in this urban, participatory event.
Venue: City Hall, Dame Street
Time: 10am Sat, 18th
Price: Free
Spirit of Dublin Craft and Food Fair
For St. Patrick’s Festival Weekend Teeling Whiskey Distillery have curated a wonderful festival of crafts, food and (yes you guessed) whiskey! Exhibitors will include Teeling Whiskey, Dublin Doughnut Company, Dot Brew, Popsy Daisy Popcorn, The Cupcake Bloke, Currabinny, Bean and Goose, Hope Brewery, Improper Butter and Delish Melish.
Guided tours will be operating throughout the day.
Venue: Teeling Whiskey Distillery
Time: 11am-5pm
Price: Free
Street Theatre and Music in the Green
Spend an afternoon in the park and be entertained by the best of national and international street theatre and bands.
Venue: St Stephens Green
Time: 12pm – 4.30 pm Saturday 18th March
Price: Free
Festival Big Day Out
Merrion Square comes alive with a vibrant street carnival, bursting with street theatre, music, aerial performances, workshops, crafts, Irish language activities and more.
Venue: Merrion Square
Time: 12pm-6pm
Price: Free
Bernard Shaw Graff Jam Special
Check out Dublin’s underground sights and sounds, at the Bernard Shaw Graff Jam as we showcase the best of Irish Street art, food, craft brews, sweet vintage collectibles and tasty tunes, brought to you by Dublin DJ collective “Betty.
Venue: The Bernard Shaw
Time: Q&A with James Earley, 12pm-1pm
The All City Street Art Jam, 1pm-3pm
3pm til late Eatyard Food Market, Flea Market & DJ’s
Sunday 19th March
Price: Free
St. Patricks Cathedral Cine Concert
St. Patrick’s Festival are delighted to host a new collaboration between St. Patrick’s Cathedral and the IFI with this cutting-edge-of-its-time cinéconcert of 3 silent films from the The Kalem Film Company – the first production company to work outside America.
Venue: St Patricks Cathedral
Time: 8pm, Sunday 19th March
Price: €10
St Patricks Festival 5k Road Race
For the more energetic festival goers, take part in the annual Festival 5K Road Race! The course takes you through the heart of beautiful Georgian Dublin and is suitable for families, fun runners and dedicated athletes.
Venue: St. Stephens Green
Time: 12pm Sunday 19th March
Price: Free
Put yourself in the Portrait Gallery
An opportunity for children and families to watch some of Ireland’s most renowned portrait artists in action as they draw portraits of children.
Venue: The Ark Childrens Centre
Time: 10:30-4pm Saturday 18th March
Price: Free
Open Air Cinema In America
A special open-air cinema screening of In America is sure to be a memorable evening in the beautiful surrounds of the newly renovated medieval Swords Castle.
Venue: Swords Castle
Time: 7.30 pm Thursday 16th March
Price: Free
Guinness In The Liberties
Step back in time and take a guided tour through the streets of Dublin 8’s Liberties’ Quarter. Here, guests will enjoy a private tour and tasting experience at the Home of Guinness.
Venue: St. Patricks Cathedral
Time: 6.30pm Thursday 16th March
Price: €5
More Information can be found at: http://www.stpatricksfestival.ie/
And last but not least don’t forget your IrishMOJI Magic Saint Patricks Day app:
https://itunes.apple.com/US/app/id1213198821
Happy Saint Patricks Day everyone!