5 Things to do in Dublin this Weekend (11/10/24 - 13/10/24)
If you're looking for engaging weekend plans, we’ve compiled five exciting activities for you. From discovering captivating historical figures to immersing yourself in vibrant art scenes, there's something for everyone to enjoy. Get ready to experience the best Dublin has to offer this weekend!
The Weather Forecast
This weekend's weather will be mostly cloudy, with varying chances of rain and moderate winds.
On Friday night, expect a mix of variable clouds and clear spells, with scattered showers near the western and northwestern coasts initially. Showers will become heavy overnight, merging into longer spells of rain in the north and west, while the south and east will remain mostly dry. Lows will be 2-5°C where clear spells prevail and 6-9°C elsewhere, with light to moderate southwest winds freshening near northwestern coasts.
Saturday, the day will feature a blend of clouds and sunny spells, with showers or longer rain spells in the north and west spreading to other areas by afternoon. Most regions will see clearer skies by evening. Highs will be 10-13°C generally, with cooler temperatures of 8-10°C in Ulster. Saturday night will be cold and mostly dry, with lows of 1-5°C and light variable breezes, though a few showers are possible in the northwest.
Sunday, expect a mainly dry start, with clouds gradually thickening throughout the day. Patchy rain and drizzle will likely affect coastal areas in the south and west from the afternoon, turning heavier in the evening and spreading inland. Highs will reach 10-13°C, with cooler temperatures of 8-10°C in Ulster. Light to moderate southeasterly breezes will freshen near coasts by evening, with temperatures dropping to 5-9°C overnight, coolest in Ulster.
Masterclasses at The O'Briens Wine Festival 2024
This Friday night, the O'Briens Wine Festival returns to Dublin's RDS, featuring a special masterclass! Whether you're a wine expert or a curious newbie, it’s a fantastic opportunity to unwind and discover new favourites.
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Passages of Time- A Solo Exhibition by Christine Lennon Carey
This Saturday, explore Passages of Time, a retrospective of Christine Lennon Carey's stunning drawings and paintings from her A Sense of Place series. Held at the Cowshed Theatre, this free exhibition runs from 11 am–4 pm.
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The history of patchwork and its introduction to Ireland
On Saturday afternoon, head over to Charleville Mall Library for a fascinating talk hosted by Dublin City Historian in Residence Elizabeth Kehoe. Helen O’Donohoe, a skilled Patchwork and Quilting teacher, will explore the rich history of patchwork and how it made its way to Ireland.
With a lifelong passion for textiles, Helen is a member of the Irish Patchwork Society and won the Visitors' Choice Award in 2019. The event will include hands-on stitching activities and a stunning display of quilts.
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Chamber Music Series - Esposito Quartet
On Sunday, don't miss a performance by the esteemed Esposito Quartet, one of the most distinguished and enduring string quartets. They will kick off the concert with Beethoven’s delightful A Major Quartet, which is modelled after Mozart’s A Major Quartet K464, composed just 15 years earlier. This piece features an extraordinary set of variations and an energetic, lively finale.
The concert continues with Paul Frost’s An Old Song, Half Forgotten, composed for the Abbey’s 2023 play of the same name. Following that, enjoy Tomáš Ille’s enchanting arrangement for the string quartet of Janáček’s piano work, In the Mists. The program concludes with Hugo Wolf’s Italian Serenade, a true treat for the senses!
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National Botanic Garden of Ireland – Glasnevin
Consider a visit to the National Botanic Gardens in Glasnevin, just 3 kilometres from Dublin city centre. These gardens are renowned for their stunning plant collections, showcasing over 16,000 species and cultivars from diverse habitats around the globe.
The highlight of the Gardens is their beautifully restored historic glasshouses, particularly Richard Turner’s Curvilinear Range and the Great Palm House, both of which have received awards for excellence in conservation architecture.
Conservation is a key focus of the gardens, which are home to more than 300 endangered plant species, including six that are already extinct in the wild.
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