Latest Events in Blackrock(March Updated)

Get ready to experience the rhythm and passion of Viva La Danza 2024, a captivating arts event taking place in Sacramento on June 1, 2024. This spectacular showcase of dance talent will be held at 4600 Blackrock Dr, where performers will dazzle the audience with their skill and artistry. The event promises a mesmerizing fusion of movement and music that will leave you in awe. With ticket prices ranging from $26 to $33, this is an affordable opportunity to immerse yourself in the beauty of dance. Whether you're a seasoned dance enthusiast or just looking for a night of entertainment, Viva La Danza 2024 is the place to be. Don't miss out on this unforgettable evening of creativity and expression. Mark your calendars and secure your tickets for Viva La Danza 2024 today!

Level up your skills, knowledge, and confidence with Strength Coach Sean McInroy at the SIMPLIFIED STRENGTH seminar in Dublin. After a successful tour through Australia, New Zealand, Canada, England, and Scotland, Sean is bringing his expertise to Ireland and Northern Ireland for the first time ever. This exclusive event will be held at Elite Academy in Blackrock. With over 20 years of experience in the fitness industry and as a Strength Coach, Sean McInroy is a true expert in his field. In this full day of interactive learning, participants will gain valuable insights into optimizing their strength training and coaching techniques. The day will cover a range of topics including mobility, core function, squatting, upper body lifts, deadlifting, and programming. The event will begin with a 4-hour intensive workshop, followed by a 2-hour session where attendees can apply their newfound knowledge. Sean will provide guidance and even demonstrate BIG LIFT techniques. This seminar is perfect for coaches and trainers looking to level up their skills and become better communicators with their clients. It is also suitable for individuals who want to enhance their own training and become self-sufficient in the gym. Don't miss out on this opportunity to gain profound knowledge, skills, and confidence that will take your fitness journey to the next level. Tickets for this event are available for €213.19 and are non-refundable.

Join us for an afternoon of movement and music in the beautiful setting of Blackrock Park! LIOS AN UISCE: WATERS EDGE Performance in Blackrock Park: Dance + Cello Join Dance Artist, Laura Sarah Dowdall and Cellist, Yseult Cooper Stockdale for an afternoon of movement and music in the beautiful setting of Blackrock Park! This site-specific work is inspired by the park's coastal history, reclaimed landscape, natural habitat, and the potential impact of future of rising tides. Come and enjoy this live performance in the backdrop of Sea, Park and Pond. Bring your friends and family. Don't miss out on this unique experience! Meeting point before the performance is at the only car-park in Blackrock park. The entrance is off the Rock Road, next to Phoenix terrace. Google map link to the carpark entrance- https://maps.app.goo.gl/ktRwbTHabfjEmXCQ6 PERFORMERS: Yseult Cooper Stockdale- Yseult is a musician with an especially explorative and varied career. With her experimental ensemble, Kirkos, she has created and performed works for festivals including Huddersfield Contemporary Music Festival and New Music Dublin, as well as countless premieres. She works extensively as an orchestral and chamber musician, regularly performing with ensembles such as the Irish Chamber Orchestra, the National Symphony Orchestra, Ficino Ensemble, Quiet Music Ensemble, Crash Ensemble, Irish National Opera and Musici Ireland. She is a founding member of the Ora String Quartet, supported by the National String Quartet Foundation. A keen improviser, Yseult likes to work collaboratively. She draws influence from her wide-ranging repertoire, from very old music to very new, and everything in-between. Links: https://www.instagram.com/yseultcs/ Laura Sarah Dowdall- Laura is an innovative dance artist creating performance that is experiential, engaging and immersive. She integrates instant composition, immersive theatre and durational performance into contemporary dance work that is site-specific, staged and on film. Her practice and choreography focus on researching the performative body in its expanded, transformative, political and imaginative states, breaking boundaries of hierarchy and expectation, and offering experiences of heightened personal and social awareness. She has worked with international choreographers, performance ensembles, composers, performance artists and festival programmer performing in Ireland, France, Germany, Greece, Holland and the USA. She was inaugural artist-in-residence at the Dún Laogaire Baths Artist Studios in 2023 from which she has created an on-going coastal project working with communities throughout Ireland to explore and connect with their local landscape through movement and climate conversation. She is the founder of the inclusive dance project - Running Blind - which featured on Nationwide in June 2024. Links: https://www.instagram.com/laurasarahdowdall/ https://laurasarahdowdall.wixsite.com/dancer/ https://runningblind.ie/about/ Information Source: Laura Sarah Dowdall | eventbrite

'The Blooze Brothers' perform a one off show at The Blackrock Bar in Blackrock Village as part of Rockest 2024. Expect all the classics with extra tongue and cheek antics! Early booking advised - Limited Tickets! Information Source: Plug Artists | eventbrite

Mahjong is a beloved game across East Asian regions, enjoyed by people of all ages. However, finding fellow players and Mahjong tiles in Ireland isn’t always easy. If you’ve been itching to show off your skills, here’s your chance! To promote Cantonese culture and introduce the long-standing tradition of Mahjong to the local community, Cantonese in Ireland is proud to host the Mahjong Tournament on February 16th, 2025. This event is a great opportunity for Mahjong enthusiasts to connect with like-minded players and help establish Mahjong culture in Ireland. This event is a fundraising initiative by Cantonese in Ireland. Your support is greatly appreciated! Event Highlights 🏆 Hong Kong Mahjong Rules: Classic gameplay, true to tradition! DOWNLOAD GAME RULES 🎉 Exciting Prizes: The winner will be crowned the first “Ireland Mahjong King,” receiving a €100 Asia Markt gift voucher and a championship trophy. 🤝 Meet New Mahjong Friends: Whether you’re a beginner or a seasoned pro, this is the perfect chance to enjoy a thrilling match and make new friends! Event Details Sponsors: Asia Market & Newpark Academy of MusicDate: 16th February 2025 (Sunday) Time: 10:00 AM - 4:00 PM (Two rounds of competition) Venue: Newpark Academy of Music (free parking) Fee: €25 per person (food included) Slots: 16 participants only – first come, first served! (people aged 16 or above can register) Mahjong Battles – Thrilling and Fun! Whether you’re new to Mahjong or a seasoned player, this event has a place for you! Experience the excitement of competitive play, enjoy the charm of Hong Kong Mahjong, and meet friends who share your passion! ++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++ 第一屆全國麻雀錦標大賽——成為愛爾蘭雀王，贏百歐大獎！ 打麻雀係華人地區好受歡迎嘅牌類遊戲，唔同年齡層都有佢嘅擁躉。但始終喺愛爾蘭搵到雀友同埋麻雀都唔係咁易，相信搬咗嚟愛爾蘭嘅你，唔多機會可以一展身手。 手痕技癢？唔緊要，你嘅機會嚟啦！ 為咗持續推廣粵語粵文化，向本地社區介紹打麻雀呢種源遠流長嘅文化活動，粵語愛爾蘭將於2月16號舉行第一屆全國麻雀錦標大賽，等各位麻雀愛好者可以認識雀友，令打麻雀文化喺愛爾蘭落地生根。 今次活動係粵語愛爾蘭嘅籌款活動，請踴躍支持！ 活動亮點 🏆 香港麻雀規則：經典玩法，原汁原味！下載賽制及計分方法 🎉 豐富獎品：勝出者將榮登「愛爾蘭雀王」寶座，並獲得價值 €100 Asia Markt 購物禮券及獎盃！ 🤝 結識新雀友：無論你係新手定老手，都有機會參與，享受對戰樂趣！ 活動詳情 贊助商：Asia Market亞洲行、Newpark Academy of Music日期：16/2/2025（星期日） 時間：10:00 - 16:00（比賽分兩輪進行） 地點：Newpark Academy of Music (有免費泊車) 費用：每位 €25（包小食） 名額：16人，先到先得 (接受十六歲或以上人士報名參加) 麻雀對戰，刺激又過癮！ 無論你係麻雀新手定老手，呢度都有你嘅一席位！一齊感受刺激嘅對戰，享受香港麻雀嘅樂趣，仲可以認識志同道合嘅雀友！ Information Source: Cantonese in Ireland | eventbrite

Feed the need for musical hilarity with this delicious sci-fi smash hit musical comedy about a man-eating plant! Oatlands College, in association with Rockford Mannor, brings this classic comedy to life in their Annual Musical Extravaganza! Your friends and family will delight in the energetic performances, memorable songs and lively dances that have made 'Little Shop of Horrors' a beloved Broadway and Hollywood Musical favourite that has favourite has captivated theatregoers for over 30 years! Packed with quirky characters, hilarity is set to bloom like never before! Howard Ashman and Alan Menken (Disney’s The Little Mermaid, Beauty And The Beast, and Aladdin) are the creative geniuses behind this charmingly tongue-in-cheek comedy that has played worldwide to international acclaim. Join us as we follow Seymour , a hapless florist who stumbles upon a mysterious, carnivorous plant with a dark secret—a promise of fame, fortune, and romance, as long as he can keep it well-fed! Information Source: Oatlands College | eventbrite