Featured Events in Dublin in April, 2025 (May Updated)

This exhibition celebrates the conservation and redisplay of this rarely seen work. Supported by a grant from the TEFAF Museum Restoration Fund, the painting has undergone extensive scientific analysis and conservation, revealing its remarkable detail and historical significance. Mazzolino, who worked extensively for the D’Este rulers of renaissance Ferrara, is best known for his small- scale paintings. This ambitious and important work highlights his unique contribution to Renaissance art.

Our major spring-summer exhibition is dedicated to the pioneering Irish modernists Mainie Jellett and Evie Hone, and brings together 90 of their works of art. It explores their friendship and shared experiences while studying in Paris during the early 1920s, and traces their careers back to Ireland. The exhibition highlights the early convergences and later divergences in their styles as they developed distinct artistic voices. Featuring paintings, stained glass, and preparatory drawings, it reveals how both women were trailblazers in Irish art although remaining connected to conventional themes such as religion and landscape.

🎉 Viva La Danza 2025! 🎉 Join us for an unforgettable afternoon of traditional Mexican folkloric dances brought to life by the talented Ballet Folklorico de Sacramento! 🌟 Come celebrate the beauty and culture of Mexico with stunning performances, vibrant costumes, and live music. Whether you're a long-time fan of Mexican traditions or new to the world of dance, this is an event you won’t want to miss! 📅 When: Sunday, April 27, 2025 | 1:00 PM 📍 Where: 4600 Blackrock Drive, Sacramento, CA 95835 Come dance, celebrate, and experience the heart of Mexican culture with us. We can’t wait to see you there! 💃🕺 Information Source: IMBA Center For The Arts | eventbrite

TUESDAY 29TH APRIL Doors 8pm / Show at 8:30pm The Craic Den Comedy Club brings the best Irish and international comedians to the stage every week in Dublin city. As seen on their acclaimed TV show on Virgin Media and millions of views on social media, the Craic Den guarantees a night full of laughter and unforgettable comedy. Al Porter There aren’t many Irish comedians that are more controversial than Al Porter. The comedian, actor, pantomime star, writer and radio broadcaster shot to stardom with his hilarious and outrageous stage presence. By the time he was 22 he sold out the infamous Dublin comedy venue Vicar Street for 3 nights, which no comedian at the time had done that young and that fast. Porter is currently working again as a comedian after a six year hiatus following allegations of sexual assault. Speaking openly about his drink and drug fuelled 20s to press and onstage with his new sober outlook on life. His new tour show is selling out all over the country and features this week in the Craic Den. Joe Rooney Joe is arguably best known for his acting and in particular for playing Father Damo in the Channel 4 sitcom Father Ted, appearing in the episode The Old Grey Whistle Theft . Rooney had a starring role as Timmy Higgins in the RTÉ television comedy Killinaskully, which ran for five series. Joe also wrote on the fourth and fifth series of Killinaskully. He currently hosts the podcast PodaRooney, on which he interviews guests who are mostly involved in the entertainment industry. Joe has performed stand-up worldwide, including New York, Los Angeles, San Francisco, Chicago, Pittsburgh, Toronto, Shanghai, Beijing, Hong Kong, Barcelona, Brussels, Moscow, Muscat (Oman), Manama (Bahrain) and Dubai. He has also performed at Irish festivals in Kansas City (Missouri), Milwaukee and La Crosse (Wisconsin). Plus Anne Gill WORKMAN’S CLUB, 10 WELLINGTON QUAY, Dublin 2, D02 VX36 Check out our Socials, Youtube channel and Podcast! Loads of hilarious daily content. * Please arrive before the show start time (8:30pm). Late arrivals may be refused entry. ** Refund Policy: refunds will be granted up until the day of the event. Refunds will not be given if applied for on the day of the event (Unless otherwise stated) however can be swapped for another date if permitted. ***Lineups Subject to change. Information Source: The Craic Den Comedy Club | eventbrite

The much-anticipated Five Lights Festival will feature over 40 exciting and diverse performances across multiple venues. Whether it’s theatre, exhibitions, live music, film, hip-hop battles or creative children’s activities, there’s something for everyone at Five Lights. Five Lights aims to give a shining stage to creative activity in the North East Inner City and to demonstrate the power of the arts in promoting the community spirit of our diverse and vibrant Dublin. Whether it’s theatre, visual arts, poetry, storytelling and more, this year’s festival promises to be the best yet, with a rich and varied programme of events to suit all ages and cultural enthusiasts of all kinds.

I have a lot of questions: Number one, how dare you not go to The Office Trivia?? Grab a drink, do the Scarn, and see how well you really know the beloved comedy series. Hosted by Last Call Trivia at The Goat. Information Source: Lifestyle Communities | eventbrite

Discover the art of writing for theatre with a workshop led by Thomas Conway, Gate Theatre New Work Manager. Thomas will share invaluable techniques to kickstart your writing and refine your work. This workshop is open to everyone, whether you're an experienced writer or just starting out. Gain insights into the creative process, learn how to develop your ideas, and receive guidance on reviewing your work. Information Source: The Five Lamps Arts Festival | eventbrite

Experience the enchanting world of "Ali agus an Lampa Draíochta" in Blackrock at Coláiste Eoin & Íosagáin on April 2, 2025. Immerse yourself in a captivating performance filled with magic and wonder. Tickets for this extraordinary event range from €11.70 to €22.42. Don't miss this opportunity to witness a truly magical experience like no other.

The Colossus is a socially engaged art project lead by Visual Artist John Conway, with Digital Artist Elaine Hoey and Theatre and Film Artist Shaun Dunne in collaboration with young people from North Clondalkin and mothers who have lost children to suicide. The project is open to the public to experience from Thursday 4 April, continuing on Thursday evenings and Saturday afternoons until 3 May. The Colossus was developed as an intergenerational project which creatively engaged young people from North Clondalkin, and worked with the testimony of mother’s who have lost children to suicide, presenting a narrative on the context and aftermath of bereavement by suicide in the local area. Viewer discretion is advised. The Colossus is experienced as a 9 act audio documentary interspersed with augmented realitysculptures on a self-guided walking route around North Clondalkin. The walk begins and ends at North Clondalkin Library and is approximately 45 minutes in duration. Headphones and specific apps are required; full details on this and compatibility are included below in the FAQ section and at the time of booking. Viewer discretion is advised. Strictly aged 16+. This artworks contains sensitive content and discussion relating to suicide and/or self-harm, that some people could find difficult. For example: You could find itupsetting or disturbing. You could overly identify with it - personally or professionally. It might have a negative impact on you in other ways. With this in mind, it is advised that you: Are mindful and aware of your own needs and self-care in this space. You may opt out of the artwork or you can take a break or opt out at any point if you feel you need to. If you, or someone you know, is at immediate risk of harm, go to or call the emergency department of your local general hospital. You can also contact emergency services on 112 or 999 anytime, day or night. For general information on mental health and services in your area, visit www.yourmentalhealth.ie or call the Your Mental Health Information Line on 1800 111 888, anytime day or night. Who to contact if someone needs urgent help • Contact their GP, or an ‘out of hours’ GP - see www.hse.ie • Contact Samaritans 24/7 on Freephone 116 123 or email jo@samaritans.ie • Contact Pieta House 24/7 on Freephone 1800 247 247 or text HELP to 51444 (standard message rates apply) • Contact Text About It by texting HELLO to 50808, free of charge, anytime day or night. The Colossus is commissioned by South Dublin County Council for IN CONTEXT 5 – Connect, South Dublin County Council's Public art programme under the Per Cent for Art Scheme. With support from North Clondalkin Library, Connecting For Life - a cross sectoral group for who advocate for the prevention of Suicide in the Community, Rowlagh Community Centre, Collinstown Community College, North Clondalkin CrossCare, St Kevin’s Secondary School. Information Source: The Colossus Project | eventbrite

GK Entertainment Presents Gurleen PannuLive in Dublin - 64 Dame St, Temple Bar, Dublin, D02 RT72- 📅 Date:5th April 2025 - 📍 Venue: In Stiches Comedy Club (Peadar Kearney's Pub – Basement) - 🕕Doors open: 6pm - 🎭 Show starts: 6.30pm Important Information: - 🔞 Age Restriction: 18+ - 🎟️ Seating: first come first basis - 📵 No photo or video recording allowed Please Note: all sales are final sales and we will not be able to issue any refunds. Information Source: GK Entertainment | eventbrite

Discover the vibrant creative scene of Ireland at the "Ireland’s Creative Linkup" event in Dublin. Join industry professionals and enthusiasts on April 5, 2025, at Chillers Restaurant, Bar & Lounge located at Fonthill Road #Unit 1, D22 A7X6 Dublin. Immerse yourself in a day filled with networking opportunities, insightful workshops, and inspiring showcases, all aimed at fostering collaboration and innovation within the creative community. Best of all, admission is free, making this a must-attend event for anyone passionate about creativity in Ireland.

Every month our team carefully curates a line up of hysterically funny women. We have resident comedy queens and visiting comedians from abroad. You start the night off being entertained and at the break we take your requests for what karaoke song you'd choose if you want to sing after the show! Disney, Broadway show tunes, Pop, Death Metal - whatever your hearts desire. Grab your girls, gays and theys for this fun filled night. We also love date night so bring the fella along too! Information Source: Hysteria Comedy Club | eventbrite

The Poetry Business in association with Poetry Ireland and the James Joyce Centre present a rare chance to work with Ann and Peter Sansom, described by The Guardian as the 'best writing teachers in the world,' on Saturday, April 5th at 10.30am to 1.30pm in the James Joyce Centre. This demanding but hugely enjoyable morning will draw on classic and contemporary poems to create new poems of our own. In between there will be a little discussion about the practice of writing and publication. Ann and Peter are Co-Directors of The Poetry Business and editors of The North magazine and Smith|Doorstop Books. They have taught poetry at all levels including at Sheffield and Leeds Universities, and have tutored every year for The Arvon Foundation for over thirty years. Ann's books include Romance and In Praise of Men & Other People (Bloodaxe) and Peter's include Writing Poems (Bloodaxe), Careful What You Wish For, and Lanyard (Carcanet). Tickets are €25 general, €20 unwaged. The James Joyce Centre is supported by the Department of Tourism, Culture, Arts, Gaeltacht, Sport and Media. Information Source: James Joyce Centre | eventbrite

Join us for an epic fitness challenge at Origin Fitness. Get ready to push your limits and test your strength and endurance in our Hyrox simulation event. This is a full race simulation with competition weights and distance. If you've never tried Hyrox before, the race is set out as follows: 1km run, 1000m skierg, 1km run, 50m sled push, 1km run, 50m sled pull, 1km run, 80m broadjump burpee, 1km run, 1000m row, 1km run, 200m farmers carry, 1km run, 100m sandbag lunges, 1km run, 100 wall balls The run will be a 1km loop outdoors and the exercise stations will be a mix of indoors and outdoors (most are indoors). We will be running waves every 20 minutes and have open categories as follows: Singles Men, Singles Women, Doubles Men, Doubles Women, Mixed Doubles Preworkout, recovery drinks, snacks & goody bags will be provided. Entrance fee is €35pp. We will contact you after booking to confirm your start time and category. Don't miss out on this opportunity to challenge yourself and have a blast with like-minded individuals. NOTE - There will be no Relay or Pro Categories Information Source: Ant & Ali Lynch - The WellFit Method | eventbrite

Due to extremely popular demand, Patrick Spicer has added this extra show to his Hysteria run! Freshly minted viral superstar Patrick Spicer is hitting the road for his first-ever tour of the UK, Ireland, and mainland Europe! With over 150,000 followers and 50 million views online, Patrick has been consistently selling out shows across the UK. Now, he’s going international! Bringing his quick wit, effortless audience interaction, and hilarious true stories to a host of cities around Europe. Following multiple sold-out runs at the Edinburgh fringe, and the release of his first ever comedy special in September 2024, his new show is a riotous mix of the comical and the candid. As seen on BBC One, BBC iPlayer, and Channel 4, this is your chance to catch one of the fastest-rising comedians in the UK live. “Comedy masterclass” - Mumble Comedy “Natural… Not a flicker of hesitation” - The Skinny “Well thought out and very funny” - Broadway Baby Information Source: Hysteria Comedy Club | eventbrite

Benjamín Amadeo | Live in Dublin After many years working as an actor with an amazing and prolific career (featuring many movies and tv shows like Casi Angeles ), in 2016 Benjamín Amadeo broke into the music world with his first single, “Volaré.” It was the first track from his debut album, which he would release two months later: Vida Lejana. “Volaré” quickly became a hit, with millions of streams and airplay on the country’s most popular radio stations. This was followed by the releases of “10mil” and “Ya no hay más,” while he was already sharing the stage, invited to perform by artists such as Sandra Mihanovich, Miranda!, Ciro y los Persas, and Abel Pintos. On May 20, 2017, he was chosen to open Ed Sheeran’s concert at Estadio Único de La Plata, performing solo with his guitar. The album Vida Lejana earned two nominations at the Premios Gardel music awards: Best Male Pop Album and Best New Artist Album, the latter of which he won. ´He is now touring Europe bringing his songs and music to Dublin for the first time! This is going to be an intimate and powerful evening and one that you can not miss! Information Source: SoundAr Productions | eventbrite

Experience the enchanting world of semi-classical dance at the Simran Sivakumar Semi-Classical Dance Workshop in Dublin. This event will take place on April 6, 2025, at the Dublin Studio located at 11 Montague Lane, D02 RK30 Dublin. Immerse yourself in the beauty of this art form and enhance your skills under the guidance of renowned dancer Simran Sivakumar. Tickets for this captivating workshop are priced between €27.79 and €145.77. Don't miss this opportunity to delve into the grace and elegance of semi-classical dance.

Procurex Ireland 2025, set to take place on April 8th at the prestigious Royal Dublin Society (RDS) in County Dublin, Ireland, promises to be a pivotal event for procurement professionals across the nation. This highly anticipated gathering will bring together industry leaders, government officials, and key stakeholders to explore the latest innovations, strategies, and best practices in public procurement. Attendees will have the opportunity to engage in insightful seminars, interactive workshops, and networking sessions designed to foster collaboration and drive efficiency in procurement processes. With a focus on enhancing public sector procurement, Procurex Ireland 2025 aims to equip participants with the knowledge and tools needed to navigate the evolving landscape of procurement. The event's comprehensive agenda and esteemed lineup of speakers make it an unmissable occasion for those committed to advancing procurement excellence in Ireland.

Race Day Info: Join 1000s of Students in your best dress or suit! One of Ireland’s biggest student events is back! The SPIN1038 Student Race Day returns on Wednesday, 9th April 2022 and is set to attract over 10,000 students for a day of thrilling racing, fashion, and entertainment at Leopardstown Racecourse. As well as eight great races, students can enjoy a multitude of entertainment, a best dressed competition and live music from one of Ireland top music performers. The event is a sell out every year and will be hotly anticipated as Leopardstown Racecourse welcomes student back after two year’s off-campus. This ticket will include your transport to abd from the venue. The bus will leave DBS at 12:30 Information Source: Student Experience Team | eventbrite

PhysioBall 2025 is set to take place on April 10, 2025, at the prestigious Royal Marine Hotel in Dublin. The event promises a unique experience for attendees, featuring a lineup of renowned physiotherapy experts and engaging workshops on the latest advancements in the field. Tickets for PhysioBall 2025 are priced at €70.69, offering great value for a day filled with educational opportunities and networking possibilities. Don't miss this chance to enhance your knowledge and connect with fellow professionals in the beautiful city of Dublin.

We’re hosting Run the Rainbow, a 3km walk/run challenge at TU Dublin Grangegorman on April 10th (12-3 PM, run starts at 1 PM) in aid of Barretstown 🎗️✨💥 Fun challenges every 500m (think colour dash & jumping jacks!)We’d LOVE to see TU Dublin Staff, Students, Sports Clubs & the public get involved by: 🏃‍♀️ Joining the challenge 🙌 Volunteering on the day 🎁 Donating raffle prizes or refreshments 💙 Spreading the word!Let’s come together as a sports community to support an amazing cause! Link to donate below🎗️✨💥 www.idonate.ie/fundraiser/Barretstownruntherainbow10 Information Source: TU Dublin Sport | eventbrite

Ireland's biggest coffee party returns in 2025 for a caffeinated weekend. This year's Dublin Coffee Festival will be bigger and better than ever, with a new location welcoming more exhibitors, visitors and entertainment. The event includes a host of exhibitors from Ireland and beyond, live competitions on the main stage, coffee tastings and tastings, talks and panel discussions from industry experts, as well as live music and guest DJs.

Join us for the 80th Anniversary of Our Lady's Choral as we perform Haydn's The Seven Last Words of Our Saviour on the Cross at the Church of the Immaculate Conception - Adam and Eve's. It's going to be an afternoon filled with beautiful music and celebration. Don't miss out on this special event with soloists: Katy Kelly (sop); Raphael Mangan (Alto) ; Andrew Gavin (Tenor); John Molloy (Bass)! Every Lent, the tradition in the Spanish Cathedral in Cádiz was for the Bishop to deliver from the pulpit, a discourse on each of the Seven Last Words of Our Saviour. After each discourse, music was performed to allow meditation. In 1786 Fr. José Sáenz de Santa Maria, who had reconditioned the Oratorio de la Santa Cueva, invited Haydn to compose music for the service. The challenge for Haydn was to compose seven suitable, contrasting, slow movements while holding the attention of the listener. He was so successful that the priest sent him a cake as payment. Inside the cake, however, were gold coins. Some eight years later, on his way to London for the second time, Haydn heard a revised version of his work made by the Music Director in Passau, Joseph Friebert. He included a chorus. The composer was much impressed but decided to improve on it, preparing his own choral version. Apart from the seven meditations, or sonatas, there are three orchestral movements - an introduction, an Interlude (between Numbers four and five) and a final movement Il Terromoto, representing theearthquake that happened when Christ died Information Source: Our Lady's Choral Society | eventbrite

⚽️ Get Ready for the Ultimate DDSL 3v3 Football Skills Festival! ⚽️ Calling all young footballers! Join us for an action-packed day of skill, fun, and friendly competition at the DDSL 3v3 Football Skills Festival! 🔥 📅 Date: Sunday, April 13, 2025 📍 Venue: Sport Ireland Campus Bring your friends, showcase your best moves, and take on thrilling 3v3 matches! Plus, test your abilities in our Skills Zone for an unforgettable football experience. 🔹 Booking fee is for a team of 4 players 🔹 Teams of 3 players can also enter with same fee applying 🔹 Groups will be arranged by playing grade Don't miss your chance to be part of the excitement – see you on the pitch! ⚡⚽ Information Source: 3v3 Ireland | eventbrite

CLRG - Dancers Mini World Ball Welcome to the Dancers Mini World Ball! Join us for a night of music, dance, and fun at The Convention Centre Dublin. Get ready to showcase your dance moves and meet fellow dancers from around the world. We request that a parent / guardian is on the premises for the duration of the Ball. Access with wristband only. Information Source: eventbrite