East & Dublin

Lesbian night on the first Saturday of every month in the Irish Film Institute, Temple Bar, Dublin 2.

Alaf stands for A Lesbian Arts Festival, with music, visual arts, poetry, drag, theatre comedy and film. It usually takes place over the first weekend in April, although check dates before you travel.

A fabulous, over-the-top visual and aural explosion held annually on St Patrick’s weekend.

The newest, flashiest bar to hit Dublin’s gay scene.

Parade with outdoor concerts and events in June.

Exclusively gay and lesbian guesthouse located in the centre of Dublin.

A stylish, elegant, airy bar with plush sofas and a straight-friendly vibe.

A plethora of screenings are held annually at this very popular festival held at the Irish Film Institute.

One of Dublin’s longest running gay bars, The George is now an institution with a bar and nightclub over two levels. Dubliners still head there for Bingo with a twist on Sunday nights.

Mixed gay, lesbian and straight bar with hip décor and a laid-back vibe.

Cool, plush surrounds and good tunes. This gay club night is on every Bank Holiday Sunday night.

Trendy bar with gay night every Saturday.

Upstairs at The Spirit Store, George’s Quay, Dundalk. Big Club night monthly on Thursday nights.

Friday nights are women only.

New women’s bar next door to Yello.

Bright, fashionable bar with good atmosphere.