Events in Dublin during 2012

While traveling in Dublin, visitors have the opportunity to accumulate knowledge on the city of Dublin and immerse themselves in the most popular events in Dublin.

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There is surely a festival or event to suit everybody 's taste. The most wonderful part of this is that everything is easily accessible with your car hire! Check here for more events taking place in Ireland. Why not participate in the festivals and celebrations organised by the city of your choice? Learn more about the traditions, cultures and ways of the locals.

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February

Six Nations Rugby – This prestigious international rugby competition is one of the most important sporting events in Ireland. (www.rbs6nations.com)

August

Dublin Horse Show – This annual horseshow event in Dublin is one of the world’s primary equestrian meetings. (www.dublinhorseshow.com)

March

St. Patrick’s Day Parade (17th March) – This Patron Saint is honoured at this annual festival in Dublin. A number of celebrations go on throughout the city including a spectacular procession.

September

Liffey Swim (first Saturday of the month) – The Liffey River is where this old annual swimming event in Dublin is staged.
Culture Night – This annual Dublin event participates in the late night opening of cultural centres and associations with free entrance. (www.culturenight.ie)
Dublin Theatre Festival (starting end of September) – Various theatre venues present major international productions at this annual festival in Dublin. (www.dublintheatrefestival.com)

May

Dublin Dance Festival – An annual dance festival in Dublin that showcases modern style as well as developing Irish talent. (www.dublindancefestival.ie)
Dublin City Soul Festival – A celebration of ‘peace’ is promoted at this annual festival in Dublin which includes a diverse schedule of music, comedy and soul themed subjects. (www.dublincitysoulfestival.com)
Bloom (May - June) – Phoenix Park stages this large horticultural and food event in Dublin. (http://bloominthepark.com/)

October

Dublin Marathon (last Monday of the month) – This popular running event in Dublin unfolds on the historic streets of the city. (http://dublinmarathon.ie)

June

Dublin Writers Festival – An annual literary event in Dublin that attracts some of the world’s best poets and authors. An interesting festival encouraging discussions , recitals and debates.(www.dublinwritersfestival.com)
Street Performance World Championship – Street artists such as sword-swallowing, juggling, comedy and more can be seen performing on the streets at this annual event in Dublin . (www.spwc.ie)
Taste of Dublin – Iveagh Gardens stages this annual food and drink festival in Dublin. Incorporated at this event are performances in comedy, theatre and jazz and others. (www.tasteofdublin.ie)

November

Dublin Book Festival – This annual Dublin festival showcases a collection of modern literature from Ireland’s established and new authors/poets. (www.dublinbookfestival.com)