Dublin Culture Night 2024, happening on Friday the 20th of September, promises to be a great one. Packed to the brim with amazing events – tours, shows, classes, interactive multidisciplinary experiences, and so much more. Here are just five of these promising events picked by Radius for their originality, or just how eager we are to experience them, however, they are just a few of the very many Culture Night activities Dublin has to offer, so feel free to visit the night’s website to see more!
- Dublin Riots – What Happened? – Show at the Lab Gallery, 19:00 – 20:30
Whether you’re local, international, a student or not, last November’s riots in the city centre affected us all. This monumental event in contemporary Irish history led a group of playwrights called I Nua to create and perform a series of stories which aim to capture the experiences and reflections of the night of the riot. Through theatrical performances such as monologues, duologues, poetry and short plays, the group creates a reflection of today’s Irish societal landscape, and what led – as well as what came out of – the Dublin Riots.
Booking required.
https://culturenight.ie/event/dublin-riots-what-happened/
- ‘The Charm’: Storytelling and Songs – The National Leprechaun Museum, 18:30 – 21:30
One of Ireland’s biggest charms is the country’s folklore tradition. The Emerald Isles’ myths and legends are renowned worldwide and retold as bestselling fantasy stories. This Culture Night, seize the opportunity to hear captivating Irish stories inspired by Peadar Ó Ceannabháin’s Amhrán An Frag at the National Leprechaun Museum. Come for the lore, stay for the songs in this 15-20 minute whimsical production by Sarah McKenna Dunne.
Booking required.
https://culturenight.ie/event/the-charm-storytelling-and-songs/
- Care & Carelessness – a Feminist Economics Walking Tour of the IFSC – James Connolly Memorial, 17:00 – 19:30
Do you ever think about the political and economic state of the world, or rather, how we ended up where we are today? This unique tour explores this exact question, as it takes you through the streets in which business and economic decisions that affect us all are made. The tour, facilitated by Financial Justice Ireland in collaboration with CATU and trade and climate union speakers, asks “Who benefits from the care at the foundation of our societies?”, taking you through not only a physical tour of the city’s economic hotspots, but a historical one as well, exploring how the Irish economy and economic justice were shaped by the country’s history from the War of Independence to today.
Booking required.
https://culturenight.ie/event/care-carelessness-a-feminist-economics-walking-tour-of-the-ifsc/
- Chat & Tasting at The Bretzel Bakery – The Bretzel Bakery, 16:00 – 17:00
We at Radius love food, and what better way to experience food than through a tasting event at one of Portobello’s most iconic bakeries, Bretzel Bakery? In this tasting event, participants will have the opportunity to not only find out more about the bakery and its rich history in Dublin’s culinary landscape but also taste an array of freshly baked artisanal breads and pastries, while also getting to know the local community over food and chats, and the lovely background of Portobello, one of Dublin’s most iconic neighbourhoods.
No booking required (however we would recommend showing up on time for the pastries).
https://culturenight.ie/event/chat-tasting-at-the-bretzel-bakery/
- Alternative Fashion Showcase at GalleryX – GalleryX, 17:00-23:00
Have you ever wanted to be a supermodel? You’re in luck, as this interactive alternative fashion show offers just that: the opportunity to catwalk in clothes by young, creative, bold local clothing and accessory designers from various backgrounds, all sharing their love for alternative apparel. If you wish to model in any of these creations, just drop in early to try the garments on!
Booking required.
https://culturenight.ie/event/alternative-fashion-showcase-at-galleryx/
