26-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Irish Independent
What's on for the June bank holiday weekend in Dublin – festivals, fairs, music events and family fun
But if you're looking for something a little different, there is no shortage of fun things to do across the city, come rain or shine. Here are just a few you wouldn't want to miss.
Tina: The Tina Turner Musical
After all the time spent roaming the city, you might want to rest your feet and enjoy some show-stopping entertainment.
Tina: The Tina Turner Musical, is running at the Bord Gáis Energy Theatre until June 14 as a part of its first Irish tour, featuring Ohene MacCarthy and Elle Ma-Kinga N'Zuzi's interpretations of the superstar's hits.
The show chronicles the twelve-time Grammy winner's beginnings in Tennessee, before her meteoric rise to fame and hits such as Proud Mary, River Deep, Mountain High, What's Love Got to Do With It. and Private Dancer.
Tickets from €41 to €63 are available from Ticketmaster.
Drink and Draw
Taking place at Dublin Pottery & Tufting and Dublin's Gen Bar, in Smithfield, on Friday May 30 and Saturday 31 May respectively,
Alternative Dublin is hosting two two-hour Drink and Draw nights over the bank holiday weekend.
Taking place at Dublin Pottery & Tufting on Friday, May 30, the night will be dedicated to painting like the late Picasso. Attendees will be able to try their hand at painting in the artist's unique style while sipping on their drink of choice.
On Saturday, May 31, Dublin's Gen Bar will become an atelier for all those who wish to create art based on American pop singer Chappell Roan.
No previous experience is required and the event is open to all who are legally permitted to drink alcohol.
All the art materials necessary will be given during the session and an instructor will be available to provide assistance throughout. A custom playlist will accompany the evening and prizes are to be won throughout. The event is ticketed, with entry costing €25.
Silent Disco Adventures
In the mood to try something a bit eccentric with friends or family? Embark of a rhythmic journey throughout Dublin town with Silent Disco Tours.
Visitors are invited to wear headphones and listen to music during the 60-minute tour. Spontaneous dancing in front of landmarks is encouraged throughout.
Private and public tours are available for groups up to 10 people. Adults and children are welcome, the latter at a reduced fee.
Silent Tours cost €18 and start in the city centre.
Cheer on those who are running the Vhi Women's Mini Marathon
The marathon returns for its 43rd year on Sunday, June 1, and will see over 25,000 women running and walking the 10km route through Dublin city centre.
Since it first ran in Dublin in 1983, an estimated €226m has been raised for charity.
Among the ambassadors for the Mini Marathon are broadcaster Katja Mia, businesswoman Aimee Connolly, health and fitness coach Nathalie Lennon and content creator Clóda Scanlon.
Flynn Park Summer Launch
To mark its grand re-opening for the summer, Flynn Park, in Balbriggan, Co Dublin, has announced a day full of tunes, games and giveaways on Monday, June 2.
Friends and family will be able to enjoy a range of activities from aerial trekking to laser tag.
All-access passes are available for those who wish to explore all of what the park has to offer.
The wider park offers large-scale attractions for all ages including climbing, a water park, and even archery.
The National Gallery
Drop into the National Gallery on Saturday, May 31, to join the Gallery Youth Panel for a Youth Lab celebrating summer through postcard making activities in the Merrion Square Forecourt.
Dedicated to those aged 16 to 15, it is a free creative drop-in space devised and delivered by young people, for young people. All materials will be provided, and activities are open to everyone.
The Gallery Youth Panel is a collective of young people who work together to find, make, and share impactful experiences for their peers and communities at the Gallery.
The Youth Lab starts at 12pm and wraps up at 4pm.
On Sunday June 1, families are invited to join artist Jane Bowe in the Shaw Room to create a summer garden, using works by William Leech, Emil Nolde and Evie Hone as inspiration.
Families with children of all ages are welcome and materials are provided for all artwork. Groups are welcome from 11.30am and can stay as long as they wish.
Rewind Festival
Rewind Festival returns to Dublin's St Anne's Park on June 1, with Love Really Hurts Without You singer Billy Ocean set to headline, alongside special guests The Boomtown Rats.
The line-up for the one-day festival also includes Toyah, Tiffany, Boyzlife, ABC, Midge Ure and Matt Goss.
Take a walk down memory lane while listening to familiar music. Gates open at 2pm and children under 16 must be accompanied in order to attend.
Tickets are still on sale and prices range from €55 to €75.
Catch up on Dublin City Inclusion and Integration Week
This week aims to celebrate those who make up the diverse fabric of the city with inclusive events.
Why not visit the Cabra Library Film Club on Friday, May 30, or try the Inclusive Dance and Fitness Workshop in Dublin 8 on Saturday, May 31?
Dublin City Council has tailored an extensive list of activities during the Bank Holiday weekend.
Attend a Celebration of New Irish Writing at The Crowbar Terrace
Burgeoning Irish artists will be performing an intimate concert on Saturday, May 31, at The Button Factory. The Crowbar Terrace will host a night of theatrical readings and poetry from upcoming Irish writers such as Matthew O'Leary, Shauna Brady, Ceara Carney and Niamh Murphy.
Tickets are €10 and all proceeds made are in aid of the Palestine Red Crescent Society.
There will also be a pop-up shop from These People who will be donating their profits.
