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Calendar of Events



Anticipate the possibilities that each new day brings. Fill your days and nights with excursions, themed events, fine dining and more. Indulge in as much or as little as you please. The choice is yours.



Wicklow Arts Festival
The Wicklow Arts Festival takes place in May 2013 with Wicklow town celebrating the 400th Anniversary of the town charter and the festival celebrating its tenth. The festival takes place over 3 days and will feature the best of Irish and European acts with live music and street theatre entertainment for all to enjoy. To find out more visit- www.visitwicklow.com or www.wicklowartsfestival.ie.

Greystones Arts Festival
May 31 to June 2, 2013
After five years Greystones Arts Festival is back. The festival provides an opportunity for Greystones to celebrate its beautiful town. In 2008 it was awarded the most liveable town in the world. The festival begins with workshops of all elements. It will include music, street theatre and performances, comedy and a lot more in-store. It is an open welcome to join in the open parade .There will be markets and other festival treats in-store for all visitors throughout the weekend.

Website: www.greystonesartsfestival.com

Bloom in the Park Festival 2013
May 30 - June 3, 2013
Location: Phoenix Park Dublin

Bloom in the park festival is Ireland’s largest gardening and family event and therefore worth a visit. It will be held in the Phoenix Park Dublin around the June bank holiday weekend from Thursday the 30th of May to Monday the 3rd of June.

Website: http://bloominthepark.com/

McGills Irish Pub
Activities at McGills

Thursday:
Test your knowledge on all things general at the McGills Pub Quiz
Beginning at 9 p.m. every Thursday

Friday:
Live Music entertainment beginning at 10 p.m.

Saturday:
Relax in front of the big screen television for Live Sport from the world of GAA, Rugby and Soccer

Sunday:
Movies at McGills - Put your feet up and relax in front of an old black and white movie accompanied with a pint of Guinness

Flora Women's Mini Marathon
June 3, 2013
The Flora Women's Mini Marathon is the biggest all women's event of its kind in the world. It began in 1983 with almost 9,000 participants to a starring 40,057 women participating in 2011. It’s not only the women that benefit but the charities are also the big winners. The event is known worldwide with women from a number of different countries participating and joining in the fun. To find out more visit www.floraminimarathon.ie

The Enchanted Garden at Kilruddery
June 15 to June 16, 2013
This is a family arts festival that takes place each year in Kilruddery Gardens. There are many activities in place for families to get involved in the arts in a fun and playful environment. The festival features theatre, music, storytelling, artists, artworks and architecture, which is all incorporated into the beautiful natural, surroundings at Kilruddery Gardens.

For more information please visit: http://tinyurl.com/Enchanted-Garden13

Bloomsday in Bray
June 16, 2013 (All day)
Bloomsday in Bray is going to celebrate the life and works of James Joyce, one of the world’s most influential writers. James Joyce’s childhood home is situated in 1 Martello Terrace and this is where the celebrations will begin; with a reading from his most famous work, Ulysses.

The day will continue with music, songs and various scenes from the book being played out around the town. Breakfast, lunch and afternoon tea will take place and the festival will be concluded with a wine reception in the Town Hall Medieval Chambers.

For more information please visit: http://www.bray.ie/festivals/bloomsday-in-bray/

Riverdance
June 27 to September 1, 2013
Tickets from €10 to €55 (subject to booking fees)

The Irish phenomenon is back! Returning to the Gaiety Theatre in Dublin, this multicultural experience is certain to impress and captivate everyone that attends.

For more information please visit: http://www.riverdance.com/

Greystones Arts Festival
May 31 to June 2, 2013
After five years Greystones Arts Festival is back. The festival provides an opportunity for Greystones to celebrate its beautiful town. In 2008 it was awarded the most liveable town in the world. The festival begins with workshops of all elements. It will include music, street theatre and performances, comedy and a lot more in-store. It is an open welcome to join in the open parade .There will be markets and other festival treats in-store for all visitors throughout the weekend.

Website: www.greystonesartsfestival.com

Bloom in the Park Festival 2013
May 30 - June 3, 2013
Location: Phoenix Park Dublin

Bloom in the park festival is Ireland’s largest gardening and family event and therefore worth a visit. It will be held in the Phoenix Park Dublin around the June bank holiday weekend from Thursday the 30th of May to Monday the 3rd of June.

Website: http://bloominthepark.com/

McGills Irish Pub
Activities at McGills

Thursday:
Test your knowledge on all things general at the McGills Pub Quiz
Beginning at 9 p.m. every Thursday

Friday:
Live Music entertainment beginning at 10 p.m.

Saturday:
Relax in front of the big screen television for Live Sport from the world of GAA, Rugby and Soccer

Sunday:
Movies at McGills - Put your feet up and relax in front of an old black and white movie accompanied with a pint of Guinness

Groove Music Festival
July 6 and 7, 2013
Location: Killruddery House, Southern Cross Road, Bray, Co Wicklow

Be one of the first to experience the new and unique two day afternoon/evening music event that takes place in Bray on the 6th and 7th of July. Enjoy music of all different styles while enjoying Wicklow organic foods.

For more information visit Website: www.groovefestival.ie

Roundwood Street Festival
July 20 and July 21, 2013 (All Day)
This festival aims to highlight the cultural and natural heritage of the picturesque village Roundwood. There will be plenty of events on, from live music and dancing, to a canoeing event on the scenic Vartry Reservoir.

For more information please visit: http://tinyurl.com/Roundwood-Festival13

Riverdance
June 27 to September 1, 2013
Tickets from €10 to €55 (subject to booking fees)

The Irish phenomenon is back! Returning to the Gaiety Theatre in Dublin, this multicultural experience is certain to impress and captivate everyone that attends.

For more information please visit: http://www.riverdance.com/

Falconry at Kilruddery
July 27, 2013
A breathtaking and interactive display of hawks, owls and falcons, on the lawns of Killruddery House.

For more information please visit: http://tinyurl.com/Falconry-Kilruddery

Beast of the East
Beast of the East Triathlon will take place in July 2013. Wicklow triathlon club are proudly hosting an Olympic distance triathlon in Lough Dan Roundwood. For more information visit www.visitwicklow.ie.

McGills Irish Pub
Activities at McGills

Thursday:
Test your knowledge on all things general at the McGills Pub Quiz
Beginning at 9 p.m. every Thursday

Friday:
Live Music entertainment beginning at 10 p.m.

Saturday:
Relax in front of the big screen television for Live Sport from the world of GAA, Rugby and Soccer

Sunday:
Movies at McGills - Put your feet up and relax in front of an old black and white movie accompanied with a pint of Guinness

Wicklow Regatta Festival
August 2 to August 5, 2013 (All Day)
The Wicklow Regatta Festival will take place on August 2nd to August 5th. The festival will be entering its 135th year and as such is steeped in tradition.

The events planned for this year include: Young At Heart night – caters for mature community members, Singing Pubs competition, Family Sports Day, Children’s Fancy Dress, Teddy Bears Picnic, Treasure Hunts – children’s, car & adults, Musical events including Battle of the Bands, Ceili, Gig Rigs (open air music), Regatta Queen Ball, Fireworks display, Raft Race, Golly Fishing and many more events.

For more information please visit: http://tinyurl.com/Wicklow-Regatta13

Dublin Horse Show
August 7 - 11, 2013
Location: RDS Simmonscourt , Royal Dublin Society

The Annual Royal Dublin Horse Show is a fun-filled week for all to enjoy and celebrates Ireland’s affinity with the horse. This is one of Ireland’s largest events every summer. It has the best show horses and the best international show jumpers who compete for honours.

Website: www.dublinhorseshow.com

Ladies International Polo Tournament
August 17, 2013 (All day)
This year the Ladies International Polo Tournament promises to be bigger and stronger than previous years. The polo matches will be held in Polo Wicklow’s arena, in Wicklow Town and are sure to be truly exhilarating watches. With music, shopping and dancing at the tournament, the event guarantees a day full of excitement and entertainment for everyone.

For more information please visit: http://tinyurl.com/Ladies-Polo-Wicklow13

Riverdance
June 27 to September 1, 2013
Tickets from €10 to €55 (subject to booking fees)

The Irish phenomenon is back! Returning to the Gaiety Theatre in Dublin, this multicultural experience is certain to impress and captivate everyone that attends.

For more information please visit: http://www.riverdance.com/

National Heritage Week
August 26 to 30, 2013
Every year millions of Europeans visit historical monuments and sites throughout Europe on European Heritage Days. The main aim of Wicklow’s national heritage week is to promote awareness of the natural and cultural heritage that Wicklow has to offer with a full week of events. www.visitwicklow.ie

McGills Irish Pub
Activities at McGills

Thursday:
Test your knowledge on all things general at the McGills Pub Quiz
Beginning at 9 p.m. every Thursday

Friday:
Live Music entertainment beginning at 10 p.m.

Saturday:
Relax in front of the big screen television for Live Sport from the world of GAA, Rugby and Soccer

Sunday:
Movies at McGills - Put your feet up and relax in front of an old black and white movie accompanied with a pint of Guinness

The Garden of Ireland Vintage Car Run
September 21 to September 22, 2013 (All-day)
Travel through the stunning County Wicklow countryside, touring the counties most scenic beauty spots, lakes and mountains, with The Garden of Ireland Vintage Car Club.

For more information please visit: http://tinyurl.com/VintageCarRun

Riverdance
June 27 to September 1, 2013
Tickets from €10 to €55 (subject to booking fees)

The Irish phenomenon is back! Returning to the Gaiety Theatre in Dublin, this multicultural experience is certain to impress and captivate everyone that attends.

For more information please visit: http://www.riverdance.com/

McGills Irish Pub
Activities at McGills

Thursday:
Test your knowledge on all things general at the McGills Pub Quiz
Beginning at 9 p.m. every Thursday

Friday:
Live Music entertainment beginning at 10 p.m.

Saturday:
Relax in front of the big screen television for Live Sport from the world of GAA, Rugby and Soccer

Sunday:
Movies at McGills - Put your feet up and relax in front of an old black and white movie accompanied with a pint of Guinness

McGills Irish Pub
Activities at McGills

Thursday:
Test your knowledge on all things general at the McGills Pub Quiz
Beginning at 9 p.m. every Thursday

Friday:
Live Music entertainment beginning at 10 p.m.

Saturday:
Relax in front of the big screen television for Live Sport from the world of GAA, Rugby and Soccer

Sunday:
Movies at McGills - Put your feet up and relax in front of an old black and white movie accompanied with a pint of Guinness

McGills Irish Pub
Activities at McGills

Thursday:
Test your knowledge on all things general at the McGills Pub Quiz
Beginning at 9 p.m. every Thursday

Friday:
Live Music entertainment beginning at 10 p.m.

Saturday:
Relax in front of the big screen television for Live Sport from the world of GAA, Rugby and Soccer

Sunday:
Movies at McGills - Put your feet up and relax in front of an old black and white movie accompanied with a pint of Guinness

McGills Irish Pub
Activities at McGills

Thursday:
Test your knowledge on all things general at the McGills Pub Quiz
Beginning at 9 p.m. every Thursday

Friday:
Live Music entertainment beginning at 10 p.m.

Saturday:
Relax in front of the big screen television for Live Sport from the world of GAA, Rugby and Soccer

Sunday:
Movies at McGills - Put your feet up and relax in front of an old black and white movie accompanied with a pint of Guinness

McGills Irish Pub
Activities at McGills

Thursday:
Test your knowledge on all things general at the McGills Pub Quiz
Beginning at 9 p.m. every Thursday

Friday:
Live Music entertainment beginning at 10 p.m.

Saturday:
Relax in front of the big screen television for Live Sport from the world of GAA, Rugby and Soccer

Sunday:
Movies at McGills - Put your feet up and relax in front of an old black and white movie accompanied with a pint of Guinness