Things to do this weekend | Friday 8th - Sunday 10th, August 

Dunmore Annual Festival
Galway | until Sunday, 10th August, 2025

The closing weekend of the 51st Dunmore Festival offers a lively mix of family favourites and top-class entertainment. Friday features the Mexican Fiesta Familia in The Square, plus Jack Reilly live at the Fancy Dress Night in the Marquee. Saturday includes a Jurassic-themed Dino Show, family art workshops and the Rising Stars talent competition with €1,000 up for grabs. Sunday closes out with a monster family bingo, a teen disco in the marquee and live music across local pubs.

Birr Vintage Week and Arts Festival
Offaly | Until Satruday, August 9th 2025

Birr Vintage Week wraps up in style with a packed final weekend with street art and live music to open-air theatre and family-friendly workshops, there’s something to enjoy at every turn.

Highlights include the Vintage Open Tennis, a cabaret night at The Chestnut, fireworks and live performances in Crinkill on Friday, and Saturday’s big finish with plein-air painting, hurling tournaments, comedy at Birr Theatre and the much-loved OFFline Film Screening under the stars. A magical end to a brilliant week.

Dublin Horse Show
Dublin | until Sunday, 10th August, 2025

The RDS Dublin Horse Show returns this August with five days of top-tier international show jumping, stylish days out and family fun. One of the world’s most prestigious equestrian events, it’s also a vibrant celebration of Irish culture, fashion and food.

Beyond the arena, visitors can enjoy artisan shopping, gourmet food, live entertainment and a dedicated Kids Zone. Highlights include the iconic Aga Khan Nations Cup on Friday, Best Dressed on Thursday and a special 150th anniversary exhibition.

Wizard of Oz Musical
Kerry | until Sunday, 10th August, 2025

Follow the Yellow Brick Road to St John’s Theatre as The Wizard of Oz takes to the stage this August. Featuring local talent of all ages and guided by a professional creative team, this heart-warming production promises magic, music and sparkle for the whole family.

Directed by Oliver Hurley with musical direction by Sorcha O’Connor and choreography by Justin Walsh, the show runs nightly from Wednesday to Sunday, with a special matinee on closing day. A timeless classic, reimagined with charm and community spirit.

Donabate & Portrane Summer Festival
Dublin | Friday, 8th -  Sunday, 10th August, 2025

The Donabate & Portrane Summer Festival returns for a weekend of seaside fun and local spirit. Set on Portrane Green, the festival features sunset concerts, a funfair, food trucks, live music, crafts and family entertainment. From daytime games to evening fireworks, it’s a joyful celebration by the sea with something for all ages.

Moynalty Steam Threshing Festival
Meath | Sunday, August 10th 2025

Now in its 50th year, the Moynalty Steam Threshing Festival returns with a full day of vintage farming, live music and family fun. From steam engines and horse-drawn threshing to wood turning and road making, it’s a living showcase of Ireland’s rural past.

With live performances, amusements, craft stalls and the popular Queen of Steam contest, there’s something for everyone. Gates open from 9am with headline music from Derek Ryan.

Howth Roots & Blues Festival
Dublin | Friday, 8th -  Sunday, 10th August, 2025

The Howth Roots and Blues Festival returns for a weekend of live music throughout the village. From blues and Americana to bluegrass and Afrobeat, enjoy a laid-back celebration of roots music in a stunning seaside setting. Acts include Blackbird & Crow, Mary Stokes Band, Crow Black Chicken, The Catfish Blues Orchestra and Friday’s Afrobeat special with Yankari. Most performances are free across local pubs and venues.