Culture by Night

Image of Waterford SpraoiWant to get a taste of Ireland By Night? For night owls, the options are endless.  Whether you’re looking for theatre or traditional music, a major festival or an underground comedy club, our Festivals and Events guide features the very best of night-time events.

Theatre and Film

For the theatre lovers among you, why not plan a trip to the Dublin Theatre Festival, visit our National theatre at the Abbey or take in a production at one of the many theatres in towns and cities across the country. 

For fans of film, the Dublin International Film Festival, Corona Film Festival in Cork and the Galway Film Fleadh set these cities abuzz every year.

Music nights out

Wexford OperaMusic venues countrywide always boast an impressive line up of international and local acts, and there are plenty of music festivals to choose from, most notably the Cork Jazz Festival and the Wexford Opera Festival (pictured).

For those with a broader cultural palette, Ireland boasts several renowned arts festivals including, amongst others, the Kilkenny Arts Festival and the Galway Arts Festival.

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