Currys, Ireland's leading technology retailer, is returning as the Official Gaming Partner of Dublin Comic Con for the second consecutive year, bringing an even bigger gaming experience to Ireland's largest celebration of pop culture, gaming and fandom. Taking place on 8th and 9th August at the Convention Centre Dublin, Dublin Comic Con, which is run by Comic Con Ireland is expected to welcome thousands of visitors for a weekend packed with entertainment, cosplay, gaming an

Today RePlay unveils the full programme for Ireland’s newest street arts festival, with Zimbabwean-Irish singer, songwriter and producer Shiv confirmed as headline act. The inaugural free event is set to take place at Parthalán Place, Tallaght on Saturday 15 August. Produced by NOISE Music and SoFFt Productions, RePlay transforms South Dublin County Council’s newest civic space into a free, all-day celebration of skateboarding, music, dance and street art, bringing together l

This summer, Emerald Park is proud to celebrate 10 years of The Show by Robert Fossett with an all-new production that promises more thrills, more laughs and more unforgettable family entertainment than ever before. Returning to Emerald Park for its tenth season, The Show by Robert Fossett has become a much-loved tradition for visitors, delighting hundreds of thousands of guests over the past decade. To mark the anniversary, this year's production features a cast of interna

The Exchange Bar & Restaurant at NYX Hotel Dublin Christchurch is opening its doors to the city’s creative community with the launch of The Exchange Sessions, a new initiative designed to give emerging artists and performers a platform to showcase their work completely free of charge. Inspired by the belief that creativity thrives when communities come together, The Exchange Sessions will transform the hotel’s vibrant social hub into a space where new voices and fresh ideas

Belfast City Hall will come alive with family fun, cultural celebration and entertainment as Orangefest returns next week. With the Twelfth falling on a Sunday in 2026, the annual parades and Orangefest celebrations will take place on Monday July 13th, marking the 336th annual demonstration of the Battle of the Boyne. Created to complement the traditional Twelfth celebrations, Orangefest was designed to encourage families, spectators, visitors and local people to enjoy Belfas

With the school holidays finally here, Emerald Park is helping families kick-start their summer adventures with a special limited-time ticket offer. From 1st– 8th July, guests can enjoy a day packed with thrills, family fun and unforgettable memories for just €30 per person, representing a saving of over 40% (was €54 now €30) on standard admission prices. The special offer will be available to purchase online only from Monday, 29th June, with tickets valid for visits between

Families looking for an active way to keep the kids entertained this weekend may want to check out a special offer from Jump Zone. The popular indoor trampoline and activity centre is giving visitors 90 minutes of jumping time for the price of a standard 60-minute session on Saturday, June 20th and Sunday, June 21st. The limited-time promotion applies to Open Jump 90 sessions for children aged four and over, giving families an extra 30 minutes of bouncing, climbing and burnin

This Father’s Day, give the gift of an unforgettable cinematic experience with an ODEON Cinemas gift card. Whether he’s into action-packed blockbusters such as the upcoming Spider Man: Brand New Day, gripping spy thrillers, laugh-out-loud family comedies such as Toy Story 5 or classic dad films such as Star Wars, ODEON gift cards let dads choose the perfect film for their big-screen escape. Cinema has introduced us to some of the most memorable father figures of all time. A

One of the UK and Ireland’s most cherished comedians, Ed Byrne, is set to bring his brand-new stand-up show, No Dramas, to the iconic 3Olympia Theatre on Saturday, 22 May 2027. In an era of high-stakes chaos, Ed Byrne just wants a quiet life. He’s reached an age where he feels he’s earned a world free of hassles, but unfortunately, the universe has other plans. In No Dramas, the "conquistador of petty gripes" returns to the stage to air his grievances with a world seemingly

Total Football is back! Viewers will get a VIP pass into the beautiful game through the 8-part football series that will air as part of RTÉ’s FIFA World Cup coverage. Football fans can watch the first episode of season 2 on Tuesday 9th June at 5:30pm on RTÉ2 and all episodes will be available to stream on RTÉ Player from Tuesday 9th June. Returning to the show is award-winning broadcaster Aisling O’Reilly who will be joined by a new co-host, Irish YouTube star DavidMC, with

Irish rock powerhouse Dea Matrona return stronger and more assured with their second studio album ‘Hate That I Care,’ following the release of its electrifying title track back in March. Recorded, produced and written entirely by the band, the album marks a bold and self-assured step forward for Mollie McGinn and Orláith Forsythe. Leaning further into alt-rock, ‘Hate That I Care’ showcases a sharper, more confident sound while retaining the raw energy that has defined the d

Movie fans have plenty to look forward to this weekend as Movies@ Cinemas rolls out a packed line-up featuring comedy, fantasy, thriller action and family favourites. Leading the charge is the long-awaited return of the Scary Movie franchise, which arrives in cinemas today, bringing its trademark blend of outrageous humour and horror parody back to the big screen. Alongside it, cinema-goers can also catch the fantasy adventure Masters of the Universe, the tense new thriller S

Following a sold-out acoustic show at New York City’s Madison Square Garden last night, Phoebe Bridgers has revealed details of The Lost Tour for 2026. Other than the series of surprise pop-up acoustic shows that have wrapped around the country over the last few weeks - beginning in Roswell, New Mexico on May 8th, continuing on to cities like Toledo OH, Mobile AL and Fargo ND, and culminating in last night’s dazzling show at Madison Square Garden - this upcoming full band to

The internationally acclaimed DISNEY PRINCESS – THE CONCERT will make its long-awaited Dublin debut at the 3Olympia Theatre on 21st & 22nd April 2027. MCD, Live Nation, Cuffe & Taylor, and Disney Concerts have delightedly announced, that after performing in over 20 countries and across five continents, this production arrives in Ireland for the very first time. For generations, the music of Disney’s princesses has been the soundtrack to our lives. Now, these beloved songs com

Following the release of their 15th studio album last year ‘Critical Thinking’, legendary Welsh Rock group Manic Street Preachers have announced a sole headline show at Dublin’s 3Olympia Theatre for Thursday, 22nd October 2026. Tickets €61.85/€67.70 (Inc booking fees and venue restoration fee) on sale Friday 29th May at 10AM from Ticketmaster.ie. Bookings subject To 12.5% Service Charge Per Ticket (Max €10.50) Manic Street Preachers — one of the most influential and iconic

Canadian singer/songwriter Goldie Boutilier is bringing the Party 26’ Tour to The Academy, Dublin, with a show on Monday, 9th November 2026, marking her first Irish headline show. Tickets from €27.00 (inc booking fee & venue facility fee) from Ticketmaster.ie on sale Friday 29th May @ 9am. Bookings subject to 12.5% service charge per ticket (max €10.50) With the soul of a poet, the heart of a rock icon, and the diamond-hard vision of an auteur, Goldie Boutilier is an absolu

Summer Sessions At The Castle and At The Manor are back for 2026 with their biggest line-up yet, featuring 90s sensation Peter Andre, party icons Vengaboys, viral K-POP experiences, family raves, Irish Anthems Live and much more across two packed summer weekends. Taking place at two stunning locations, Palmerstown House Estate in Kildare and Malahide Castle & Gardens in Dublin, organisers are promising their biggest and most diverse line-up yet, blending nostalgic throwbac

Emerald Park is preparing to transport guests back millions of years this summer as the theme park and zoo officially announces that its new re-themed land, ‘Lost Valley: Land of Dinosaurs’, will officially open to the public on Saturday, 6th June. Backed by a €3 million investment, the immersive prehistoric world will introduce visitors to a brand new dinosaur adventure packed with unforgettable family fun, larger-than-life dino favourites, and exciting entertainment. As par

Disney On Ice presents Discover the Magic is bringing the magic to guests through dynamic moments that take place on the ice and in the air. This adventure delivers compelling storytelling through multi-leveled production numbers visits Belfast from Thursday 3rd December to Sunday 6th December at The SSE Arena, Belfast. Join Mickey Mouse and his friends at Disney On Ice presents Discover the Magic, an adventure filled with world-class skating, high-flying acrobatics and unexp

Fresh off of its live debut at Coachella, Blondshell (Sabrina Teitelbaum) unveils a first taste of her next album with the release of ‘Heart Has To Work So Hard’, out today via Partisan Records. The track marks her first new music since the release of her critically acclaimed album If You Asked For A Picture and its companion release Another Picture (featuring Conor Oberst, Samia, John Glacier, Gigi Perez, and more) and coincides with the announcement of her biggest headlinin