5 Things to do in Dublin this Weekend (18/10/24 - 20/10/24)

The Weather Forecast

On Friday, expect a wet and blustery day with rain spreading eastwards across the country, heavy in places. Fresh to strong southerly winds may lead to coastal flooding due to high spring tides. Later in the evening, a clearance to bright spells and isolated showers will move into the western half of the country, with temperatures ranging from 14 to 17 degrees. By night, rain will clear from the east early on, leading to clear skies and light showers from the west. Temperatures will drop to between 7 and 10 degrees in light to moderate south to southwest winds.

Saturday, the day will be mainly dry and bright with sunny spells and isolated showers, although clouds will thicken from the southwest later in the afternoon and evening. Temperatures will range from 11 to 14 degrees in moderate south to southwest winds, with rain and strong winds expected to develop overnight. By Saturday night, wet and windy conditions will set in with strong southerly winds and widespread heavy rain, with lows ranging from 9 to 13 degrees.

Sunday is likely to be windy with strong southwesterly winds and potential coastal flooding. Rain will clear early, followed by sunny spells and showers throughout the day. Highs will be between 12 and 15 degrees.

Dublin Arts and Human Rights Festival

This Friday, start your weekend with Ar Snámh, a play by award-winning Irish language writer Seán Mac Dhonnagáin, performed at The Ireland Institute, Dublin. Directed by Hilary Bowen-Walsh and produced by Smashing Times, the play is part of the Aisling programme, promoting equality, human rights, and diversity through the arts.

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Open House Dublin festival of architecture

This Saturday, why not visit Open House Dublin, a free architecture festival held annually in October, offering over 200 events across Dublin city and county? Organised by the Irish Architecture Foundation (IAF), the festival features tours, talks, exhibitions, and workshops for all ages.

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Billy Boggins: A Bathroom Story

Saturday afternoon head to Bewley’s Café Theatre to catch Billy Boggins: A Bathroom Story, written and performed by Gary Cooke. This darkly comic thriller follows the hilarious and dramatic journey of Billy, a bathroom salesman facing a life-changing opportunity that could either elevate his career or tear his family apart. Featuring family feuds, mid-life crises, and even talking toilets, it’s a performance you won’t want to miss!

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PTSB Ideal Home Show

Why not start your Sunday at Ireland’s largest home show, the PTSB Ideal Home Show, from Friday, 18th to Sunday, 20th October? With 230 exhibitors, you can discover valuable tips from interior designers and home improvement experts.

Enjoy insights from top creatives in the DFS Interiors Theatre, explore curated room designs in the Dulux Heritage Interior Design Hub, and get advice on retrofitting and energy grants at the Mitsubishi Electric ECODAN Home Advice Theatre. Plus, catch live cookery demonstrations from celebrity chefs Neven Maguire and Donal Skehan. It’s the perfect way to add comfort and cosiness to your home!

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Afternoon Tea at Bewley’s Grafton Street

End your weekend by indulging in a delightful afternoon tea at the famous Bewley’s Café on Grafton Street this Sunday. Known for its rich history and vibrant atmosphere, this iconic Dublin café offers a selection of fine teas, delicious finger sandwiches, freshly baked scones, and tempting pastries. It’s the perfect way to unwind and savour the last moments of your weekend in a charming setting before the week ahead!

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