Dublin Is the Place to Be This Winter as the Capital Comes Alive with Culture, Food and Entertainment.
With over 500 events already confirmed, and many more being added throughout the programme, there is something to suit everyone on www.visitdublin.ie.
Dublin is gearing up for an exciting winter, with over 500 events spanning food, great nights out and festive experiences, with new events being added every week, there are plenty of reasons to plan a break in the capital.
Running from 1 November 2026 to 31 January 2027, Winter in Dublin brings together some of the best things happening across the city, from after-dark festivals and live performances to immersive theatre, creative workshops, great food and seasonal experiences.
The city’s creative scene will also be firmly in the spotlight this December, when Jonathan Anderson brings Dior’s Pre-Fall 2027 show to Trinity College Dublin on 4 December.
The season gets underway with Dublin by Night Fest on Saturday, 7 November, when Capel Street, College Green, Dame Street and Parliament Street will come alive with music, food, culture and entertainment, setting the tone for a winter packed with reasons to get out, stay longer and experience more of the city. With so much happening across the city, Winter in Dublin is the perfect excuse to stay over, make a weekend of it and rediscover the capital this season.
Plan Your Winter in Dublin 2026
Dublin Is the Place to Be This Winter as the Capital Comes Alive with Culture
Dublin by Night Fest, Saturday 7 November
Winter in Dublin kicks off with Dublin by Night Fest, as the city centre comes alive with music, culture, food and entertainment. The free event celebrates Dublin after dark, bringing the energy of the city’s night-time scene right into the heart of the capital.
Dr John Cooper Clarke at 3Olympia Theatre, Thursday 12 November
Poetry meets punk when legendary spoken-word artist Dr John Cooper Clarke takes to the stage at 3Olympia Theatre. Known for his razor-sharp wit and unmistakable delivery, Clarke promises a night of quick-fire poetry, humour and social commentary in one of Dublin’s most iconic venues.
REWORKED: A Zero-Waste Jewellery Workshop with Shock of Grey, 14 November – 12 December
Get creative at IMMA with REWORKED, a hands-on jewellery workshop using vintage finds, preloved beads and reclaimed materials. Participants can turn forgotten treasures into one-of-a-kind pieces while picking up simple upcycling techniques along the way.
Museum of the Moon at Trinity College Dublin, ongoing
See Trinity College Dublin’s iconic Long Room in a whole new light with internationally acclaimed artist Luke Jerram’s Museum of the Moon, a spectacular six-metre illuminated sculpture featuring detailed imagery of the lunar surface. On display as part of the Book of Kells Experience, the installation offers another reason to visit one of Dublin’s most celebrated cultural spaces this winter -and the setting for Jonathan Anderson’s upcoming Dior Pre-Fall 2027 show on 4 December.
Museum of the Moon at Trinity College Dublin
Tipple with Art at the National Gallery of Ireland, Thursday 19 November
Swap the usual night out for something a little different with Tipple with Art at the National Gallery of Ireland. Guests can enjoy a glass of prosecco or a soft drink while creating their own artwork in a relaxed, guided session. No artistic experience is required – just a little imagination.
The Dead by James Joyce, 20 November – 31 January
Step into one of Dublin’s greatest literary works as The Dead by James Joyce returns to UCD Newman House at the Museum of Literature Ireland. Adapted and directed by Louise Lowe, the immersive production, set in the heart of winter, brings Joyce’s celebrated short story to life through music, drama and performance in an atmospheric Dublin setting.
Festive Night Supper Club, 4–18 December
Turn dinner into an experience at Dublin Cookery School’s Festive Night Supper Club. Guests can enjoy a lively cooking demonstration and hands-on session before sitting down together for a restaurant-style festive meal – perfect for a Christmas catch-up with a difference.
Winter in Dublin: Street Food Tour Christmas Special, 6–20 December
Taste your way through Christmas in the capital with a festive street food tour through The Liberties. Across five stops, guests can sample seasonal dishes with a Dublin twist, accompanied by a musician-guide performing Christmas favourites along the way.
New Year’s festival Dublin (NYF Dublin) Dublin, 30 December – 1 January
Ring in 2027 with three days of live music, entertainment, and citywide celebrations at NYF Dublin. A host of musicians will perform at iconic locations, including Dublin Castle and Meeting House Square, as well as across various venues throughout the city as part of the Guinness NYF Music Trail. The programme is a mix of free and ticketed events including live music, spectacular New Year celebrations, and a stunning NYF Dublin procession. Claire Redmond, Publicity and Partnerships at Fáilte Ireland, said:
“Dublin really is the place to be this winter. The city has great energy at this time of year and an incredible mix of food, culture, music, entertainment, and nightlife.
“Winter in Dublin is about encouraging people to make a short break of it – to stay over, spend more time in the city and experience more of what Dublin has to offer. Whether it’s a festive weekend with friends, a night away built around a show or simply an excuse to rediscover the capital, there are so many reasons to plan a Dublin break this winter.”
From memorable nights out and live performances to great food, culture and creative experiences, this winter is the perfect time to make a date with Dublin.
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