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No matter what the time of year, the cities, towns and villages of Ireland come alive with arts and cultural events…

Arts and Cultural Events

Ballycastle ‘Auld Lamas Fair’, County Antrim

What’s it all about?

Ireland is an island enraptured with the arts. The country’s cultural scene flourishes right throughout the year from the twinkle of Christmas festivals to the electric carnival atmosphere of the summer arts festivals. Whether you’re after an event that’s sophisticated, vibrant, progressive, edgy or just downright entertaining, you’ll be spoiled for choice whatever the season.

An apple blossum in Armagh

Summer

Ireland is an idyll in summer. Culturally the country is in full bloom, while the warm weather and laid-back vibe bring living outdoors to parks and public spaces. Let the sun shine in...

Halloween festival in Londonderry

Autumn

As Summer fades into Autumn and the Irish landscape takes on a russet-colored hue, Ireland’s arts and culture scene moves indoors. From the hilarity of the Comedy Festival to Ireland’s largest international arts festival in Belfast, autumn is a perfect time to get cultural...

Belfast City Hall at Christmas

Winter

A magical atmosphere envelops Ireland during the festive season. Friends snuggle down in cozy pubs while Christmas markets bring a touch of sparkle to crisp winter days. And creatively, Ireland remains just as vibrant as ever with excellent theatrical, literary and arts events…

St Patrick’s Festival in Dublin

Spring

Spring in Ireland is picture perfect. The grass is greener than you could ever imagine, the days are bright and an enthusiasm grips the locals as summer creeps in. The arts scene is in full bloom with some vibrant festivals that buzz with atmosphere.

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