From Beatles celebrations and lobster festivals to yoga in the park and SFX workshops for kids, there is plenty happening in Dublin this weekend.
Set in the heart of Smithfield Square on August 23 and 24, this free, unticketed, family-friendly festival celebrates community through Irish folk music, with a dynamic blend of internationally acclaimed and local artists. Taking place from 12pm – 6pm, this festival will include energetic street sessions and standout acts on the Main Stage.
Dublin City Council is hosting a three-day celebration of music, culture, and friendship to honour the enduring legacy of The Beatles and the deep-rooted connections between Liverpool and Dublin. Taking place across various venues, including Wigwam, the historic Adelphi Cinema site where The Beatles performed their only ever Irish shows in 1963, and Meeting House Square in Temple Bar, the weekend will be jam-packed with live music, themed markets, record fairs, and much more.
The renowned Dalkey Lobster Festival is set to return to 47 Castle Street in South Dublin from August 23 – 24. There will be culinary indulgence, live music, street entertainment, artisan exhibits, and children’s entertainment. Best of all, everything from lobster rolls, mussels, crab claws, oysters, paella, seafood chowder and fish n’ chips will be on the menu.
Peach is a pop-up party series in Dublin aimed at queer women and their friends (18+), focusing on creating a welcoming and inclusive space. On August 22, DJ Kate Brennan Harding will be at the Hen’s Teeth, playing a mix of genres like funk, house, disco, and techno. Tickets cost €11.70 on Eventbrite, with a percentage of all proceeds going to Trans Harm Reduction & Dublin Lesbian Line.
Hot Yoga Dublin will be connecting and moving together in the beautiful private walled garden of Malahide castle & gardens on Sunday, 24 August at 10:30am. All classes are weather dependant and subject to time change. The hour long yoga session is for those aged 16+ costs €15 on Eventbrite.
Intro to SFX Make Up (ages 8-14)
Cinemagic is hosting a drop-off workshop for children aged eight to 14 at Liffey Trust studios at 1:30pm on Saturday, 23 August. Multi-award-winning makeup artist Connie McGrath will talk through the basics of creating realistic SFX makeup design, such as cuts, bruises and scratches. You will even learn how to make your very own edible fake blood. This 90-minute session costs €22.42
