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All November, Galway, more info here
At Blas na Samhna, food takes centre stage in a celebration of culture, community, and culinary excellence. From food enthusiasts to families seeking adventure, there’s something for everyone, whether that be cocktail competitions, ramen pop-ups, pasta-making demonstrations, seafood trails, distillery tours, foraging expeditions, beer masterclasses and wine pairings.
6-10 November, Dublin city, more info here
The Dublin Book Festival is one of Ireland’s most successful and dynamic book festivals, running since 2006 in the heart of Ireland’s capital. The festival programmes over 80 events across five days in venues throughout the city, and this year’s line-up includes Aingeala Flannery, Louise Nealon, Kevin Barry, Wendy Erskine, and Sinéad Gleeson.
6-9 November, Laois, more info here
An annual celebration of literature and music, culture and community, Leaves Festival returns to a host of venues throughout Laois with an inspiring and engaging programme of readings, workshops, films, panel discussions and live music. This year, one of the world’s greatest living poets, Paul Muldoon, will perform alongside the masterful musical talents of Caoimhín Ó’Raghallaigh and Brendan Begley. Other festival highlights this year include an evening with the inspirational duo Eleanor Mills and Barbara Scully who will chat about the empowerment of women in midlife and a wonderful night of words and music with writer Niall Williams and musician Mike Hanrahan.
11-15 November, across Ireland, more info here
From panel discussions and talks with some of the most influential global leaders in design to workshops and exhibitions that will inspire and create, there is something for everyone in this year’s exciting programme. Highlights include the Cut from The Same Cloth: Adapting Fashion for Every Body workshop and of course the Institute of Designers Ireland awards ceremony.
11-17 November, Smock Alley Theatre, Dublin, more info here
Returning for its second year, Ireland Independent Fashion Week has expanded its line-up, with a total of 20 Irish designers showcasing their work in the beautiful banquet hall of Dublin’s Smock Alley Theatre. Created by designers, for designers, to provide a platform for both emerging and established talents, those displaying their work this year include Seeking Judy, Laoise Carey, and Mar Knitwear.
12-16 November, Draíocht, Blanchardstown, more info here
Coolmine Musical Society is taking to the stage with Sister Act, the musical based on the 1992 hit movie of the same name. In this story, Deloris witnesses a murder and her life takes a surprising turn as she’s hidden in the most unlikely place for her – a convent. With a little persuasion, she helps the struggling choir to find success and helps her fellow sisters find their true voices.
18 November, Mansion House, Dublin, more info here
This powerful event takes place across an evening in the Mansion House in celebration of the work of Nell Mc Cafferty. There will be readings, live performances, and a display of archival media appearances. MC’d by broadcaster Olivia O’Leary, those who will be reading include journalist Una Mullally, writer Martina Devlin, and activist Ailbhe Smyth.
19-20 November, Black Box Theatre, Galway, more info here
Inspired by Vladimir Nabokov’s poetic and disturbing novel Lolita, Dolores reveals three facets of the character: the neglected and traumatised orphan, the candy-fed girl filled with American hopes and dreams, and the Dolores who lived, a woman full of fire and retribution. Through darkly cinematic imagery, music, text and movement, DOLORES exposes the unsettling abuse and tragedy of a young girl.
21-24 November, Cork city, more info here
Quiet Lights is a well-loved winter festival with a big heart, which aims to shine a light on the new wave of Irish and international folk, traditional, and experimental talent that are quietly forging new paths, recollecting old tales, and creating new stories. For its fifth instalment, the line-up includes Cormac Begley, Lemoncello, Mohammad Syfkhan and Fionn Regan, as well as some exciting new projects such as Ana Palindrome, Morgana, and a fresh collaboration between Cormac McCarthy & Aoife Ní Bhriain.
22 November, Small Changes Wholefoods, Dublin, more info here
Lukey Lukey’s first live event, hosted by founder Luke Nolan and Dublin-based artist Maura Culbert, invites you to create a signature Lukey Lukey dreamy sky painting with the artist behind the beautiful Irish make-up brand’s branding, while sipping a perfectly blush pink cosmo. You will also receive a limited edition print from Maura’s Carried Away collection, and while painting, you can have one-on-one consultations with Luke to decide which Dream Cheeks Blush shade you would like to take home with you as your gift.
22-29 November, Waterford, more info here
The 18th Waterford International Film Festival will have live screenings and an online programme, networking opportunities and an awards presentation. Award-winning and Waterford-born actor Moe Dunford will be a guest judge at this year’s festival. Though the line-up is yet to be released, we’ve got high hopes for the festivities ahead.