Get ready to fall in love with your city all over again—Summer in Dublin has launched and runs across five glorious weekends into early August!
Dublin City Council has teamed up with The Temple Bar Company and DublinTown.ie to bring us a vibrant mix of live music, food and craft markets, immersive pop-ups, and family-friendly fun—all set in a traffic-free Parliament Street zone.
From bustling Parliament Street turned pedestrian paradise to colourful Sunday markets on East Essex Street, and lively gigs in Meeting House Square (think rock, R’n’B, traditional tunes)—there’s something to lift every mood. And don’t miss the extended Temple Bar Night Market, open late Thursdays through Saturdays, packed with artisan crafts, tasty bites and street-side atmosphere.
Style lovers, listen up: Style in the City takes over Henry Street every Saturday from 1–5pm, with free fashion shows, beauty demos and DJ sets showcasing the latest trends, all with that unique Dublin flair.
Families will adore the weekly Pop-ups such as Blossoms & Bee’s—perfect for all ages with pollinator-themed crafts and beekeeper chats. Not forgetting Funtropolis, Dublin City Council’s mega free family spectacular—complete with circus fun, workshops, live comedy and even a dog show—hitting Merrion Square on 12–13 July and Mountjoy Square next weekend.
Highlights include:
Week 2 - Thursday, July 10th - Sunday, July 13th
Week 3 - Thursday, July 17th - Sunday, July 20th
Week 4 - Thursday, July 24th - Sunday, July 27th
Week 5 - Thursday, July 31st - Sunday, August 3rd
- Parliament Street transforms into a pedestrian paradise with The Pirates of Parliament Street, featuring games, face painting, and fun for all ages.
- East Essex Street hosts vibrant Sunday markets with live music, street food, and handmade crafts in a historic setting.
- Meeting House Square will once again come to life with a diverse programme of live music performances, spanning everything from rock and pop to R’n’B and traditional Irish sounds.
- The ever-popular Temple Bar Night Market extends its hours every Thursday (2PM–8PM), continuing on Fridays and Saturdays (12PM–6PM), offering a unique evening experience with handcrafted goods, artwork, and more from local creators.
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