With a long bank holiday weekend stretching out before us, now is the perfect time to plan your next day out, whether it be to Ireland’s premier garden festival or a night on the town enjoying improv comedy.
1. Bloom
A staple of the June Bank Holiday Weekend, Bord Bia Bloom is an extravaganza of food, fashion, flowers and craft. Now celebrating its 19th year, Ireland’s premier garden festival takes place across 70 beautiful acres of Dublin’s Phoenix Park from Thursday, 29 May – Monday, 2 June. Full price day tickets cost €30.
2. Marvel Pub Quiz
Do you know your Spider-Man from your Hawkeye? Your Ant-Man from your Black Widow? This Saturday, 31 May, Board Dublin – a bar specialising in no and low alcoholic drinks – is hosting a Marvel pub quiz, so put your thinking caps on and get ready to assemble. Free booking, please book in groups of two or more people.
3. Free screening at the IFI
Join the Irish Film Institute for free daily lunchtime screenings of films from the IFI Irish Film Archive. Simply collect your tickets online (with a small booking fee) or at IFI Box Office and sit down to something you’ve likely never seen before. This week’s screening is A Church is Built, a 27 minute film shows the construction of The Church of the Redeemer in Dundalk, designed by architect Frank Corr, from the discussion of the first plans to the blessing of the finished building.
4. Solve-Along-A Murder She Wrote
The Lighthouse Cinema is hosting an interactive screenings of classic Murder, She Wrote episodes. This Monday will see games, prizes and audience participation as attendees attempt to solve the case of the episode, Old Habits Die Hard. There are 3:30pm and 8:30pm screenings. Tickets cost €25.
5. Dublin miniFEST
The Music Presents: Dublin miniFEST — an electrifying night of live music, good vibes, and unforgettable energy taking place in Fibber Magees on Parnell Street. Tickets cost €23.18 and guests can expect local and touring musicians including Lavery, Laura C, and Elvis Poko.
6. Auto-Correbt & Friends BYOB Comedy Show
Comedy group Auto-Correbt are hosting a night in Dublin’s Pearse Centre featuring a series of sketches, characters and stories – all created in the moment. Don’t worry, though, no one will get pulled on stage from the audience, so you’re safe as an audience member. This BYOB event will take place on Sunday, 1 June, from 7:45pm – 10pm. Tickets are €12 while student / unwaged tickets are €6.
7. Chappell Roan Themed Pottery Painting Night
Taking place on Saturday, 31 May, from 7pm – 9pm in Smithfield, Dublin Pottery are hosting a femininomenon-al event whereby attendees can enjoy a special Chappel Roan-themed night with HOT TO GO! inspired designs, music, suprises and more. €5 guarantees your spot and ceramics can be bought in the studio.
8. Outdoor Yoga
Sylvia Ferguson is hosting outdoor yoga in Marlay Park on Friday morning from 9.30am – 10.30am. Tickets cost €18 and the class is a mixed-ability yoga flow that is suitable for everyone. If it’s dry, bring your yoga mat. If it’s raining, bring a raincoat and sturdy shoes. Warm layers are essential.
