Nov 01, 2024

9 things to do in Dublin this weekend (Nov 1-3)

From a market crawl across the Liberties, to screenings of film noir classics in Smithfield, there is plenty to be doing in Dublin this weekend.

Dublin By Night Fest

Date: Friday, November 1
Location: Drury Street & South William Street

Celebrate Dublin's nightlife with music, food, and arts at Dublin by Night Fest. Join us on Drury and South William Street from 6-10pm. The night market will feature a variety of arts, food stalls, and live performances, cooking demonstrations, and an outdoor film screening.

Legends, Ghosts and Ghouls of Dublin Walking Tour

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Date: Friday, November 1
Location: 82 Merrion Square

Experience Dublin's mysterious legends and myths on this two hour walking tour hosted by Alternative Dublin. Visit haunted buildings, hear harrowing tales of horror, discover creepy legends, and uncover a different side to the city. Tickets cost €15.99 and the tour lasts one and a half hours.

Silk Worm Families Drop-in: Paper Lanterns for Diwali

Date: Friday, November 1
Location: Chester Beatty, Dublin Castle

Diyas, or earthen lamps, are an integral part of Diwali, the Hindu festival of lights, which runs from October 31 - November 1. To celebrate light and warmth, participants are invited to make simple candle holders with colourful paper, pencils and markers. The drop in event is limited to 15 participants at a time. The event is free and there is no booking required.

Quirk Market Dublin

Date: Saturday, November 2
Location: Fumbally, The Long Room

Receiving November with a fresh selection of Ireland's LGBTQIA+ artists and creatives, The Fumbally Stables is once again hosting Quirk's monthly market. Running from 10am - 5pm, the event promises unique pieces of art, jewellery, homeware and more.

Noir-vember

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Date: Sunday, November 3
Location: The Lighthouse Cinema, Smithfield

Every Sunday throughout the month of November, Dublin's Lighthouse Cinema will be screening film noir classics including Gilda, The Big Heat, In a Lonely Place, Murder by Contract, and Dead Reckoning. This Sunday, they will show a 4k restoration of Charles Vidor's 1946 hit, Gilda, starring Rita Hayworth.

Celebrate our heroes through art with KIKI NA ART

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Date: Sunday, November 3
Location: James Joyce Centre, 35 North Great George's Street

A character creation workshop where Irish artist Kiki Na helps children bring their mythic heroes to life. Suitable for ages 6+, this workshop will inspire little ones to use their imagination and create their own artworks based upon inspirational people in their lives. All art materials will be supplied. Tickets cost €5.

Cacao & yin yoga workshop

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Date: Saturday, Novemeber 2
Location: Hot Yoga Dublin, unit 4 burnell green

Sip, savor, and let the rich flavors of cacao transport you to a realm of warmth and love. Get ready to melt away stress and tension with a gentle Yin Yoga session under the guidance of Siân and Stefania, two experienced psychotherapists. Active members will be charged €40, while non-studio members will pay €48.

Lir Chocolate x Tropical Popical

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Date: November 7 - 9
Location: Tropical Popical, South William Street

Irish chocolatier Lir Chocolate has announced a partnership with Ireland's most colourful nail bar, Tropical Popical. Across the weekend, Lir will be offering a delicious experience for those looking to sweeten their nail style. The nail technicians have taken inspiration from the offering, creating a range of milk, dark and white chocolate-inspired manicures.

Libertine Market Crawl

Date: Sunday, November 3
Location: Various

This Sunday, there will be a day's worth of markets held in a variety of pubs around Dublin's Liberties. Running from 12pm-5pm in all pubs, except Fourth Corner which runs from 1pm-6pm, the market stalls will be both family and pet friendly and free to enter.