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May
Bealtaine - celebrating creativity in older age!
What is it? From dance to cinema, painting to theatre, Bealtaine showcases the talents and creativity of both first-time and professional older artists. It is a chance for people to make new and challenging work, a chance to communicate traditions between the generations.
When? May 1st to May 31st
Further information to be found on the Baeltaine website
International Dublin Gay Theatre Festival – see something different??
What is it? An annual event, celebrating contribution of gay people to theatre, past and present.With an emphasis on new or recent international and Irish works with a broadly gay theme or relevance, the Festival has grown to become the largest event of its type in the world.
When? May 7th to May 20th
Further information on the official website
Dublin Dance Festival – dance, dance, dance
What is it? This festival has become the premier dance event on the Irish arts calendar. 2012 will see the 8th edition of the festival, and the fifth as an annual event.
When? May 11th to May 26th
Full programme and more info on the Dance Festival website
Caughoo Howth Summit
What is it? This 2nd Caughoo Howth Summit 10k Challenge road race. The event takes its name from the local horse Caughoo who won the 1947 Grand National Race at Aintree. The scenic route is a challenging10km course, commencing at St Fintans Church, Sutton, going all the way up Carrickbrack Road, right at the Summit Shop, right again onto Baily Green Road and up to the Summit Car Park (turnaround and aid/water station) and then back down on the same route.
When? 18th of May
For more information, visit their website
Skerries Traditional Music Weekend – lovely music in a lovely town
What is it? This picturesque seaside town plays host to a weekend full of music, song and dance reflecting the unique culture of the Fingal region. Leading artists travel to Skerries where they join with locals and visitors in a celebration of Irish heritage.
When? May 18th to May 20th
Find out more on the Skerries Traditional Music Weekend website
Dublin Writer's Festival
What is it? Dublin Writers Festival, Ireland's premier literary event, gathers the finest writers in the world to debate, provoke , delight and enthral. Described by the press as "boasting a stunning array of top international literary talent" and "the country's most successful and easily the best annual literary event", Dublin Writers Festival line-up is sure to impress.
When? 21st until 27th of May
For more information, visit their website
Dublin City Soul Festival - a unique annual celebration
What is it? There’s loads of exciting events to choose from and what’s more most of them are FREE for you to enjoy because as the old saying goes: ”the best things in life are free”! For example enjoy the world’s best music concert in a picnic style starring an exciting line-up of amazing local, national and international artists. Much more than a music event, enjoy tasty treats and BBQ food from our picnic vendors.
When? May 24th to May 27th
The Soul Festival website will give away more information
Bloom in the park - Ireland's largest gardening, food and family event
What is it? With something for everyone, you will enjoy live cookery and craft demonstrations, free gardening advice from the experts and workshops. So get your gardening gear ready and after these days you're garden will be ready for the new year as well
When? May 31st to June 4th
Further information on the Bloom website
