This is the section where we highlight some of the best events coming up in this fine city of ours. This weekend we have a big movie release, exciting gigs, culture and fun for the kids.
FESTIVAL
TradFest 2020 at various locations (until Sunday)
The very best in traditional and trad-adjacent styles with acts including Hothouse Flowers, Afro-Celt Sound System and Emma Langford.
CULTURE
Dublin Chinese New Year Festival at various locations (from Friday to Monday 10th February)
Celebrate the full gamut of Chinese culture over the next fortnight – food, drink, dance, art, fashion, talks and so much more.
CINEMA
The Personal History of David Copperfield (out Friday)
Writer/director Armando Iannucci – he of The Thick Of It, Veep and The Death Of Stalin fame – tackles one of Charles Dickens’ best-loved works. Dev Patel stars alongside Peter Capaldi, Tilda Swinton and more.
CLUB
Joe at Tengu (Friday)
The English DJ has a close relationship with the Hessle Audio label (Ben UFO et al) and a small but perfectly formed discography of unique club tracks.
GIG
The Teskey Brothers at The Academy (Saturday)
They may look like a bunch of hairy Aussies, but close your eyes and it’s like Otis Redding or Wilson Pickett is in the room. A remarkable new band.
KIDS
Build a Bird Feeder – Children's Workshop at the National Botanic Gardens (Saturday)
Little ones can help out our feathered friends during the cold winter months – suitable for ages 6-12 and booking is essential.
COMEDY
News Burp Live! at The Workmans Club (Sunday)
Ireland’s top comedy news podcast comes to the Workmans – presenters Matt and Adam will be joined by comedians Gary Lynch and Gerry McBride plys special guest host Gordon Rochford (Those Conspiracy Guys).
RUNNING
2020 AXA Raheny 5 at All Saint’s Park, Raheny (Sunday)
What better way to spend your Sunday afternoon than by schlepping around the roads of Dublin 5 in shorts and a vest?
MARKET
Market On The Green in St Stephen’s Green (Sunday)
Over 50 traders, a café, a bar and Dublin Pizza Company – all in the lovely surroundings of St Stephen’s Green.
