17-18 May, Sullivan’s Taproom, Kilkenny, more info here
A pure celebration of Irish craft beer, with ten Irish breweries attending, you will be spoilt for choice in who to try first. Set in the beer garden of Sullivan’s Taproom, perfect for large groups and couples, you will be able to browse the offerings at your leisure and speak to the people who make them while being entertained by resident DJs and musicians.
Until 18 May, The Gaiety Theatre, Dublin, more info here
Agatha Christie’s The Mousetrap is the world’s longest-running play, celebrating 70 years and returning by popular demand to Dublin’s Gaiety Theatre. The genre-defining murder mystery from the best-selling novelist of all time, you will absolutely be on the edge of your seat throughout. As news spreads of a murder in London, a group of seven strangers find themselves snowed in at a remote countryside guesthouse. When a police sergeant arrives, the guests discover – to their horror – that a killer is in their midst! Which one is the murderer? Who will be their next victim? Can you solve this world-famous mystery for yourself?
18-19 May, Smithfield Square, more info here
Following the success of last year’s inaugural event, the free family-friendly festival returns to Smithfield Square with a wide array of music, discussion, singalong sessions, sport, arts and crafts and more in celebration of Dublin’s favourite son.