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Events for 2008Lord Mayor's New Year's Day Parade
If you are a fan of marching bands then be sure to attend this event as marching bands from all over the world come together in Dublin centre for the Lord Mayor's New Year's Day Parade. Temple Bar Trad
This four day celebration is held in at a number of venues in Dublin's Temple Bar district. The festival focuses on traditional Irish music, Irish dance, workshops, street theater and much more. Six Nations Championship
The annual Six Nations Championship is the longest standing ruby tournament in the world. This tournament has been around for 120 years and on this day Ireland will face Italy at Croke Park. Jameson Dublin International Film Festival
The annual Dublin International Film Festival has been in existence since 1986 and has hosted everything from premieres, new releases, classic films, and low-budget films at screens all over Dublin. St. Patrick's Day Festival
Thousands of people pour into the streets and pubs of Dublin to commemorate the life and death of St. Patrick, Ireland's Patron Saint. Events include the St. Patrick's Day parade, concerts in the streets, face painting, and a fireworks display. Irish Grand National
This annual race is ran over three miles and is an open event to the ages of five and up. The event takes place at Fairyhouse Racecourse and draws some of the best steeplechases in the world. Rosscarbery Oyster Guinness Festival
Oysters and a pint of Guinness - what more could you ask for? The town of Rosscarbery hosts this gourmet festival and is famous for its delicious shellfish. Traditional Irish music can be heard during the entire festival. Heineken Green Energy Festival
Dublin hosts a great musical line up for the annual Heineken Green Energy Festival. Musical performances will be held at different venues throughout the city, including the Dublin Castle, Olympia Theatre and Temple Bar. Irish Derby
The Irish Derby is held annually at the Curragh in County Kildare and is one of the largest Irish sporting events of the year. |
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