A Brief History of the Late Late Show
If you spend any amount of time with an Irish person, be it at home or abroad, around Christmas time, sooner or later they are bound to mention The Late Late Toy Show. Usually simply known as “the toy show”,…
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10 Most Magical Christmas Markets in Europe
These open-air markets from across Europe are the perfect outdoor activity for Christmas 2021. Even if the weather outside is frightful, they’ll keep your hearts and hands warm as you browse delightful one-off gifts and delicious food. Belfast Open since…
10 Thrilling Theatre Shows Coming to Ireland in 2022
These ten thrilling musicals and plays are the perfect pick for a Christmas gift they won't forget.
10 Most Exciting New Irish Artists
These emerging Irish artists have added some colour to the music scene these past five years
How the Púca Festival is Helping Ireland Retake Halloween
For most of our lifetimes, Halloween in Ireland has solely been celebrated in the American fashion, meaning trick or treating in the local area, dressing up as monster of movie characters, and carving “Jack-O-Lanterns” (makes me cringe just writing that). …
5 Most Haunted Places in Ireland
Ireland is often stereotyped as a land full of rainbows and fairies, but for every delightful folktale there is an equally dark legend lurking. Here we take a look at some of the island’s darkest offerings with these five haunted…
The Birthplace of Halloween: A New UNESCO World Heritage Site?
As the people of the northern hemisphere start to leave the summer months behind, say a solemn farewell to shorts and sundresses, and start wrapping themselves up just a little bit warmer, there is a justified general feeling of sadness…
The Cobblestone protest has brought Dubliners together to fight for their culture
Four days ago, a crowd gathered in Smithfield Square. Armed with protest signs and the power of good music, thousands of Dubliners came together in a breathtaking display of resilience to save The Cobblestone, a historic pub in the city.…
10 Best ‘Distinctly’ Irish TV Shows
When former British Media Minister John Whittingdale included popular comedy Derry Girls in his list of ‘distinctly British’ TV shows there was much eye-brow raising from both the cast and crew, and the general Irish public. Taking inspiration from Mr…