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Christmas decoration. Photo by Barbara Realini, © Whatsonwhen

Christmas Eve Vigil

24 Dec 2009 (annual)

If you want to experience a traditional festive Irish Mass, then head for St Mary's Pro-Cathedral for the candlelit Christmas Eve Vigil.

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7up Christmas on Ice at RDS, Dublin.

7Up Christmas on Ice

Nov 2009 - Jan 2010 (annual)

This Christmas, gllde around Dublin's RDS Arena on one of Europe's biggest ice rinks - 7Up Christmas on Ice. Lessons are available at Skate Camp, you can have a birthday party there or go…

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Dublin on Ice

Nov 2009 - Jan 2010 (annual)

Dublin's seasonal ice rink returns to Smithfield Square. Book your tickets in advance if you can, then pick up some skates at the venue and you're all set.

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St Patrick's Festival, Dublin. Courtesy of St Patrick's Festival

St Patrick's Festival

12 - 17 Mar 2010 (annual)

The St Patrick's Festival in Dublin is the country's largest annual event, lasting for five days with activities including street theatre, fireworks, music, dance, comedy, film, a treasure…

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Photo credit to Dublin Tourist Board

St Patrick's Day Festival: Parade

Mar 2010 (annual)

Dublin's St Patrick's Day Festival culminates with the Festival Parade - an impressive display of colour, noise and pageantry and the biggest street party in Ireland.

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Docklands Maritime Festival

May - Jun 2010 (annual)

As the summer begins, Dublin Docklands celebrates with the Docklands Maritime Festival. Catch sight of the tall ships and enjoy maritime-related street theatre, musical entertainment and…

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7up Christmas on Ice at RDS, Dublin.

7Up Christmas on Ice

Nov 2010 - Jan 2011 (annual)

This Christmas, gllde around Dublin's RDS Arena on one of Europe's biggest ice rinks - 7Up Christmas on Ice. Lessons are available at Skate Camp, you can have a birthday party there or go…

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Lucy the chimpanzee, Dublin Zoo, Ireland. Courtesy of Dublin Zoo

Dublin Zoo

Daily

Dublin Zoo, set in 66 acres within Phoenix Park, is among Ireland's top attractions and home to over 700 species of birds and animals from around the world. Conservation is a major focus…

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Exhibits at the National Museum of Ireland, Dublin, Ireland. Courtesy of Dublin Tourism

National Museum of Ireland: Kildare Street

Daily; not Mon

The collections of the National Museum of Ireland are housed at a number of locations. Archaeological and historical items are displayed at the National Museum in Kildare Street. The museum…

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Bedford Hall at Dublin Castle, Ireland. Courtesy of Dublin Castle

Dublin Castle

Daily

Dublin Castle was commissioned by King John in 1204 as a secure fortress in which to keep the taxes collected from Ireland. It is now a popular tourist attraction, with comprehensive tours of…

Bank of Ireland Arts Centre

Tue, Wed, Thu, and Fri only

The Bank of Ireland Arts Centre in Dublin hosts exhibitions, musical performances, theatre, seminars and conferences. One of the most striking buildings in the city, the centre was built in…

Greyhound Racing at Shelbourne Park

Wed, Thu, and Sat only

Greyhound racing was for years the province of the nail-biting working classes - or so the focaccia-eating middle classes saw it. However, in the last few years it has undergone something of a…

Kart City

Daily

Kart City in Dublin offers fun for all the family with four tracks, some hair-raising bends and professional instruction if required. It's better than doing it on MarioKart!

Shaw Birthplace

Daily; not Wed

The first home of the Shaw family and the renowned playwright, George Bernard Shaw, at 33 Synge Street has been restored to its Victorian elegance. Shaw Birthplace is a must-see for all Shavians.

Photo credit to Lambert Puppet Theatre

The Lambert Puppet Theatre

Weekends only

Eugene Lambert runs this incredible puppet theatre in Monkstown. It's a family affair - his daughter Miriam does the administration - and together they put on more than 30 shows a month. If…


Highlights

Christmas Eve Vigil

St Mary's Pro-Cathedral

24 Dec 2009 (annual)

7Up Christmas on Ice

Royal Dublin Society (RDS)

Nov 2009 - Jan 2010 (annual)

St Patrick's Festival

Dublin

12 - 17 Mar 2010 (annual)