Harold’s Cross Community Festival
About Harold’s Cross Community Festival
The Harold’s Cross Community Festival returns on 17 and 18 May with a packed weekend of creativity, culture and family fun. Taking place in Harold’s Cross Park and surrounding venues, this year’s festival celebrates the theme Roots and Future, connecting heritage and community spirit with new ideas and inspiration.
Across both days, visitors can enjoy live music, workshops, exhibitions and performances from local groups and artists. Highlights include a dog show, vintage carousel, magic shows, a brass band and a full lineup of entertainment on the Big Stage. Children can take part in art competitions, face painting and sensory play while the ever-popular Teacup Merry Go Round and inflatable basketball game bring fun to the playground.
There’s something for everyone with sport demonstrations, nature walks and history tours running throughout the park. Curated events include chess tournaments, hurling and soccer exhibitions and even a chance to take on a champion in a simultaneous chess match. Visitors can also explore exhibitions by local schools and Transition Year students, learn about the area’s past or browse the Wall of Wishes created by local children.
Workshops, craft stations and wellness activities like yoga and energy healing offer quieter moments, while the Repair Café and Village Bookshop provide space to connect and explore. Tours of Mary Aikenhead Heritage Centre and Mount Jerome Crematorium give a deeper glimpse into the area’s unique story.
Community remains at the heart of the event, with local schools, volunteers and businesses all taking part to create a weekend that reflects the spirit of Harold’s Cross. The festival is free to attend and supported by Dublin City Council and local partners.
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