January 23, 2020
Download E-ZineWelcome to the latest instalment of the Dun Laoghaire-Rathdown Tourism Ezine, your one-stop-shop for everything going on across the county.
As we transition from Winter into Spring, we have another busy few months as preparations gear up for Valentine's day and St Patrick's Day across Dun Laoghaire - Rathdown. Make sure to have a look at our packed schedule of events and festivals which will excite and delight. Download the E-Zine here.
It's with great excitement that we bring you the brand new DLR Tourism Website.
Check out all upcoming events, flagship attractions and hidden gems of Dun Laoghaire - Rathdown here.
Dublin Racing Festival will combine the best that the city has to offer over one weekend – join the party for the best of Dublin culture, music, food and jump racing that will simply take your breath away.
Dazzle your senses in a jubilant celebration of Dublin with a full entertainment programme that supports culture, music and culinary delights.
Click here for more information
Climb to new heights in Conquer Your Fears or Urban Climb or explore down low in the world’s longest indoor caving challenge. From Monday January 13th to Friday February 14th, prices are reduced to €10 per climb at Urban Climb.
Channel your inner Messi with a penalty shootout against our robot goalkeeper, enjoy the thrill of Ireland’s first F1 car simulators or experience a VR roller-coaster!
Are you working in the tourism sector and organising an event in Dun Laoghaire - Rathdown this year? Dun Laoghaire - Rathdown County Council has received some funding from Failte Ireland to support a number of regional festivals and participative events in 2020.
If you would be interested in learning more about this, please visit here
There will be St Patrick's Day festivities on the 17th of March in Stepaside. All are welcome.
Keep an eye on our social media accounts for more information on these closer to the events. Facebook, Instagram, Twitter.
Why not discover one of Ireland’s most beautiful coastal fishing villages? Hop on board the St Bridget and sail from Dun Laoghaire to the traditional fishing village of Howth with its world renowned fish restaurants and fantastic walks.
During your voyage you will see aspects of Dublin that are not possible on any other mode of transport.
Dalkey island, Clontarf and the world wildlife reserve Bull Island, Baily and Kish Lighthouses, Howth head, Ireland Eye, Lambay Island and Howth Harbour with it’s many seals swimming in the harbour.
The 2020 sailing season will commence on March 17th and bookings are now open here.
Mountains to Sea dlr Book Festival 2020 is taking place from Thursday 26th March until Sunday 29th March. This year, festival events will be taking place in dlr Lexicon and the Pavilion Theatre, Dún Laoghaire and in dlr Mill Theatre Dundrum.
Through poetry, novels and non-fiction events, Mountains to Sea dlr Book Festival 2020 will see international authors share their stories and cultures.
For full details of all events and to book tickets, please click here.
Parkrun organise free, weekly, 5 km timed runs around the world.
They are free, open to everyone and are safe and easy to take part in. These events take place in pleasant parkland surroundings and we encourage people of every ability to take part, from those taking their first steps in running to Olympians; from juniors to those with more experience; all are welcome.
Take your first step in Shanganagh Park or Marlay Park every Saturday morning at 9.30 am.
Click here for more information.
Stand up Paddleboarding is the best possible way to explore Dublin’s beautiful coastline, not to mention a fantastic way to get fit.
Whether you’re a seasoned water–dweller or a landlubber taking your first tentative steps, Big Style SUP School is here to help.
For more information on this new business, check out their website here.
This event is designed for tourism leaders, business owners & managers; the aim of the event is to provide information on future plans and activities in the Tourism sector and to discuss future opportunities for the development of tourism in Dún Laoghaire - Rathdown.
If you are a service provider operating in dlr, please contact dlawless@dlrcoco.ie for more information on this event.
We have a few busy months of markets, festivals and events across Dun Laoghaire - Rathdown coming up. For more events, festivals and markets in dlr in 2020, follow our Facebook, Instagram or Twitter accounts to stay up to date on all dates, times and schedules.
For more information on this year’s events, and to keep up to date with everything happening across Dun Laoghaire Rathdown, Check out the Dun Laoghaire – Rathdown Tourism social media accounts or visit www.dlrtourism.ie.
Contact the dlr Tourism Kiosk on info@dlrtourism.ie or (01) 280 6964 for more information or to feature in the next Ezine.
Dun Laoghaire – Rathdown Tourist Information Kiosk
The Metals,
Marine Road,
Dun Laoghaire.
T: +353 1 280 6964
E: info@dlrtourism.ie
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