What’s on in Dublin in 2019

Whats On in Dublin in 2019

The following is our selection of the best events in Dublin in 2019. There are, of course many other events in the entertainment, sport and literary scene in Dublin, If any organiser of any event wants to have their event listed here , please let us know at info@dublinovernight.com.

Silk Road Film Festival

5th February – 9th February

Screening of international films especially films from countries that were part of the the Silk Road ancient trade routes. Includes Asian, Arab, Middle Eastern, African, Mediterranean and European cinema.
http://silkroadfilmfestival.com/

Dublin Chinese New Year Festival 2019

1st February – 17th February Various locations

This is the Year of the Pig which will be welcomed with a programme including talks, visual arts, performance, film, music and numerous events for all ages. Chinese culture on the streets of Dublin.

The Cripple of Inishmaan

25th January – 9th March 2019 at the Gaiety Theatre

The Cripple of Inishmaan by Martin McDonagh is set on  Inishmaan (Inis Meáin), off the West Coast of Ireland in 1934.
‘Cripple’ Billy Claven, eager to escape Inishmaan, tries for a part in a Hollywood film being shot on Inis Mór and to everyone’s surprise, he gets his chance… or does he?

The Night Joe Dolan’s Car Broke Down

11th February – 16th February at The Olympia Theatre

This the 8th showing of music & comedy show The Night Joe Dolan’s Car Broke Down at The Olympia, where it has been attended by over 60,000 so far.

Ennio Morricone

Friday 15th February at 3Arena,

This concert is part of his ‘60 Years of Music’ World Tour and will feature Portuguese fado legend Dulce Pontes as a special guest singer.

Dublin International Film Festival 2019

Various Venues 20th February – 3rd March

A feast of Irish and International films on screen as well as talks, masterclasses and lots of other events.
See full programme at https://www.diff.ie/

Guinness PRO14 Leinster Rugby vs Southern Kings

Friday 22nd February at RDS

Southern Kings from South Africa will pose a significant threat to Leinster because  the game taking place in the middle of the Six Nations Championship and with many of Leinster’s internationals with the Irish squad, some of Leinster’s younger players will get a chance to shine.

The Country Girls

23rd February – 6th April at The Abbey Theatre

A new stage adaptation of Edna O’Briens novel which was banned in Ireland in the 1960s as “indecent and obscene” but went on to become a best seller.

The Children

28th February – 23rd March 2019 at The Gate Theatre

Lucy Kirkwood’s darkly funny play, The Children, in which three retired nuclear scientists are forced to question their responsibility towards future generations explores the themes of ageing, personal responsibility, and climate change. 

The Royal Moscow Ballet presents Swan Lake

Saturday 2nd March at The Helix

The Royal Moscow Ballet makes a return visit to The Helix on March 2nd 2019 with its production of Tchaikovsky’s Swan Lake. The combination of drama and tragedy, good and evil makes Swan Lake an evergreen favourite.

Country to Country

8th March – 10th March at 3Arena

Europe’s biggest country music festival is at 3Arena for its sixth with another great lineup of country stars including international superstar Keith Urban, Chris Stapleton, Lady Antebellum, Hunter Hayes, Ashley McBryde, Drake White & The Big Fire, Brett Eldredge, Chase Rice, Dustin Lynch, Carly Pearce and Lyle Lovett.

6 Nations Championship – Ireland vs France

Sunday 10th March at The Aviva Stadium

A huge crowd is expected for Ireland’s home game against France in the  2019 Six Nations championship

Aslan – Goodbye Charlie Moonhead Tour

15th March – 16th March at The Olympia Theatre

Aslan is celebrating 25 years since the release of the album Goodbye Charlie Moonhead  and the will be playing songs from the album including Crazy World, Rainman, Where’s the Sun, Games, Sweet Time and Goodbye Charlie Moonhead and many of their other favourites.

St. Patrick’s Festival

Thursday 14th – Monday 18th March

This annual festival gets bigger and more colourful every year with music, theatre, exhibitions, marching bands and general gaeity ending in the legendary parade through Dublin’s streets.
https://www.stpatricksfestival.ie

Irish National Opera Presents Madama Butterfly

BGE 24th March – 30th March at Bord Gais Energy Theatre

Irish soprano Celine Byrne joins a multitude of Irish and international in Madame Butterfly in Puccini’s most famous opera with the RTÉ Concert Orchestra.

Euro 2020 – Republic of Ireland vs Georgia

Tuesday 26th March at The Aviva Stadium

This will be Mick McCarthy’s  first competitive home game since taking over from Martin O’Neill. Will his second spell as manager be better than the first?