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Energia Map 13-15th August ☀️
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Cork
Cobh Summer Swing
Link here - https://www.discoverireland.ie/cork/cobh-summer-swing
This year will be better than ever with a variety of hot food stalls, hand made jewellery crafts and local handcrafted knitting unique to the area. Also enjoy some of the best musicians and performers in county Cork, starting with John Spillane and Jimmy Crowley for the August Bank Holiday weekend and Eva Telford, Jamie Stanton (from The Voice), Sabrina Piggott and many more.
Admission – Free
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Cork
Bosco’s Garden
Link here - https://www.discoverireland.ie/cork/bosco-s-garden
Bosco is Bosco, not a boy, not a girl, just a Bosco: a cheeky, lovely, funny, slightly-cracked, irrepressible, eternal five-year-old who lives in a box and who loves nothing more than to just be Bosco and meet all the boys and girls.
Paula Lambert has been travelling the country for the past forty-two years. In the early years she was with her father Eugene Lambert and many beloved characters from RTÉ, bringing puppet theatre to the children of Ireland for the first time.
Sun 15 Aug with shows at 12:30 and 15:30, live outside at Elizabeth Fort.
Admission – €10
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Wicklow
Of a Mind
Link here - https://www.discoverireland.ie/wicklow/of-a-mind
Meditative, immersive, and informed by the latest in mind-body research, dive deeper into the mystery of our minds as you step into rhythm with your breath and take a trip through the collective consciousness.
Guided by a live narrator and set to a score of local voices, sounds and music, gather as one of 50 at the Victorian bandstand for this outdoor walking experience using your own smartphone and headphones. See Mermaid Arts Centre website for participation details, suitable for ages 14+yrs.
Admission - €15
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Waterford
The Market at the Haven Hotel
Link here - https://www.discoverireland.ie/waterford/the-market-at-the-haven-hotel
The Market, on the lawns of The Haven Hotel, overlooks the Hook Peninsula and features crafters, artists and designers from Dunmore East and the surrounding area.
Enjoy a drink and a snack on the patio overlooking the market, or something to eat inside the hotel.
The Market is open during August from 13:00 - 18:00 on the following dates (weather permitting):
Sun 01, Sun 08, Sun 15, Sat 21 & Sun 22, Sat 28 & Sun 29 August.
Admission – Free
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Dublin
Free Park Yoga
Link here - https://www.eventbrite.ie/e/free-park-yoga-corkagh-tickets-161918696179?aff=ebdssbdestsearch
As part of this years Inspired Series of Summer Fitness, in partnership with Sacred Space Centre Clondalkin, the South Dublin County Sports Partnership is providing ParkYoga Classes for those aged 18+ in Corkagh Park (near St Johns Road entrance).
This class will consist of yoga exercises, suited for all abilities, outdoors in the fresh air and surroundings of Corkagh Park (please bring your own Yoga Mat as no Yoga Mats will be provided this year, due to Covid-19).
This is a perfect opportunity for you to Get Outdoors, Get Active and Have Fun in a Community - A perfect excuse in a perfect setting. This event is part of the [email protected] Dublin brand which first took place in 2019.
Admission – Free
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Dublin
A Walk Through the Dublin or 1904
Link here - https://www.eventbrite.ie/e/a-walk-through-the-dublin-of-1904-tickets-163620303733?aff=ebdssbdestsearch
There are 14 brass plaques on the pavements between Middle Abbey Street and Kildare Street.....It's lunchtime, Bloom is hungry and the sights and smells of food tempt him at every stage as he makes his journey, decides where to eat and muses on Dublin buildings, businesses and people real and imagined in 1904.
While the streets remain more or less the same, many of the businesses and buildings have changed.
Join Trish Cronin for a stroll through Dublin in 1904 following the 14 pavement plaques marking Leopold Bloom’s journey.
No prior knowledge of Ulysses required and as next year is the 100th anniversary of the publication of the book this is an ideal way to dip your toe into it!
Admission: Free
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Dublin
Free Tour of Dublin
Link here - https://www.eventbrite.ie/e/free-tour-of-dublin-tickets-163059245593?aff=ebdssbdestsearch&keep_tld=1
Come and join us in unearthing the history of Dublin and leaving no trace behind! Our passionate, local tour guides are working hard to help rebuild Dublin and showcase the very best this fantastic city has to offer.
Our free tour is a great way to start off exploring Dublin, 2.5 hours of visiting the most iconic locations in Dublin, but also showing you the hidden gems too. We'll discover the places you need to visit to tick off your bucket list, but give you the opportunity to discover local Dublin as well!
Admission – Free
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Dublin
Summer Wellness
Link here - https://dublin.ie/whats-on/listings/summer-wellness/
Summer Wellness 2021 A mix of yoga, guided meditation and a Sound Bath on the last day! Great for ALL skill levels! This summer East Village @ The Round Tower are partnering with Sacred Space Healing Centre to offer a FREE PROGRAM of Summer Wellness. The program is a mix of yoga, guided meditation, sound baths and more! It's designed for ALL skill levels so anyone can join in.
We will be raising funds for CASP – a local Clondalkin charity doing great work in addiction recovery and aid. Visit CASP.ie to learn more.
Admission - Donation
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Dublin
Inside Out
Link here - https://www.discoverireland.ie/dublin/inside-out
‘Inside Out’ is a series of FREE summer events for children and families taking place online and outdoors from 10 July to 19 August 19. This seven-week programme of workshops and performances is set to be the largest and most diverse children’s summer arts programme in the country, with something for the whole family to enjoy!
A wide range of family-friendly events will be held online, with additional outdoor events taking place in Ballyfermot, Ballymun, Coolock, Phibsboro, and Walkinstown Libraries.
From storytelling to science, circus skills to illustration, there will be something for everyone to enjoy at Inside Out! For more information on activity dates and times and to book events visit the Dublin City Libraries website.
Admission - Free
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Meath
Kilgar Gardens
Link here - https://www.eventbrite.ie/e/kilgar-gardens-saturday-14-august-1430-tickets-162963352775?aff=ebdssbdestsearch
Divided into a series of rooms, owner Paula will lead us on a journey from the poppy garden, cottage garden and rose garden to the latest room, a serenity garden with a circular pool. A mown path leads to a cut flower garden.
Plants to note are the grasses, ferns, agapanthus and David Austen roses along with trees such as aralias, magnolias, cornus and a selection of prunus including P. Hai-taku and Shirotae.
Refreshments will be served on our visit. Parking at the gardens. Please wear suitable footwear for your visit.
KiIgar is an oasis of calm leading from the formal to more naturalistic planting with views extending to the Meath countryside beyond. A must see!
Admission - €15
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Louth
Ladies Beach Yoga at Clogherhead Beach
Link here - https://www.eventbrite.ie/e/ladies-beach-yoga-at-clogherhead-beach-friday-13th-august-10am-tickets-164326838999?aff=ebdssbdestsearch
Ladies only event as part of HER Outdoors Event 2021.
The instructor will guide you through a beginner flow yoga with a wonderful relaxation at the end.... you do not need to touch you toes or be bendy!
Yoga is about coming to your mat and gifting yourself that time for you!
All that's needed is a mat a blanket and you!
Admission - €5
12. Louth
Carlingford Lough Sunset Cruise
Link here - https://www.eventbrite.ie/e/carlingford-lough-sunset-cruises-tickets-160019465529?aff=ebdssbdestsearch
Summer is here and its time to get back outdoors, and to reconnect with friends and family. So why not plan your summer get together onboard our Summer Sunset Cruises, and soak up the sights of the iconic Carlingford Lough.
Our new inner Lough Cruises showcase the beauty of this stunning stretch of water, as we take you on a voyage of discovery around one of Ireland's most beautiful Loughs.
Board the cruises at our terminals at either Greenore, Co. Louth or Greencastle, Co. Down, and begin your cruise along this panoramic Lough area. Learn the stories of the famous myths and legends of the Lough, and keep an eye out for Finn, Carlingford Lough's resident dolphin as we depart. He's sure to pop up and say hello!
Admission: €12
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Kilkenny
Marble City of Sounds
Link here - https://www.eventbrite.ie/e/marble-city-sounds-tickets-163634684747?aff=ebdssbdestsearch
This day event will feature acoustic acts and bands that have been dorment for the last year and a half and are now ready to take the stage! Let's show love to the musicians of our city who have been waiting for a chance to show us what they can do. Any profit from this show will be devided equally among the musicians playing. Feel free to bring a "picnic" and enjoy the day!
Admission - €10
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Carlow
Carlow Outdoor Adventure Hub
Link here - https://www.eventbrite.ie/e/carlow-outdoor-adventure-hub-rowing-for-beginners-tickets-163996011485?aff=ebdssbdestsearch
Carlow Outdoor Adventure Hub 2021
Rowing for 12 - 17 year olds
Meeting Point: Carlow Rowing Club
Admission: €10
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Carlow
Non-appétit | Pop-up culinary event
Link here - https://www.eventbrite.ie/e/non-appetit-pop-up-culinary-event-mary-oleary-tickets-161779415587?aff=ebdssbdestsearch
Muine Bheag Arts is delighted to present non-appétit, a pop-up culinary experience led by artist Mary O’Leary. This event will explore thought-provoking Irish seaweed recipes based on the satirical non-appétit Irish seaweed cookbook. Come along and learn how to make kelp ketchup!
Admission - Free
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Galway
Women on the Move Ballinasloe
Link here - https://www.eventbrite.ie/e/women-on-the-move-ballinasloe-tickets-164359221857?aff=ebdssbdestsearch
This 4-week exercise programme combines cardio and strength exercises tailored to suit all levels of fitness. Exercise at your own pace in a relaxed environment!
Start date: Monday, 9th August @ 7:30pm
Location: Ballinasloe Track, Dunlo Recreational Park
Duration: 1hr
Cost: Just €10 for 4 sessions
Level: Suitable for all levels of fitness
What to bring: A bottle of water. Wear comfortable clothing.
What to expect: A fun friendly atmosphere. The session is designed to gently ease you back to exercise and to improve fitness
All activities delivered in adherence with government guidelines.
Tell a friend!
Admission: €10
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Galway
Salthill Summer Sessions
Link here - https://www.discoverireland.ie/galway/salthill-summer-sessions
Every Sunday at 3pm, the finest musicians in Galway get together to play a live open air socially distant traditional Irish music session on the Salthill Promenade. If you can play a few tunes, you are welcome to join in, otherwise come along to listen to flutes, fiddles, accordions, banjos, tin whistles, bodhrans. We play more-or-less opposite the Galway Bay Hotel.
Admission - Free
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Belfast
Outdoor Dance Cardio
Link here - https://www.eventbrite.ie/e/outdoor-dance-cardio-tickets-159328613171?aff=ebdssbdestsearch&keep_tld=1
305 fitness is a kickass dance cardio workout to DJ curated music. We promote body positivity with easy-to-follow, fun dance moves for a non-stop cardio experience. Infusing dance moves, sports drills, and high-intensity interval training, you'll leave drenched in sweat and with the confidence to tackle the rest of your day!
A judgement free zone for every age, ability and level. Let your hair down, shake it out & have some fun.
Admission - £6
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Donegal
Ros Ban Garden Open Day
Link here - https://www.discoverireland.ie/donegal/ros-ban-garden-open-day
As part of National Heritage Week Ros Ban Garden is holding an Open Day with guided tours. There is a display of medicinal plants and educational posters of native flora and fauna, a well established Laburnum Arch is just one of many intriguing features. Good walking shoes recommended.
Sun 15 August at 14:00 - 17:00. Part of National Heritage Week 2021.
Admission - Free
20. Sligo
The Achonry Farmers Market
Great family day out with live music and plenty of food, crafts and children's atrractions.
Saturday 14th August 10am - 1pm
Admission - Free