Get all your news in one place.
100’s of premium titles.
One app.
Start reading
Dublin Live
Dublin Live
Entertainment
Brian Dillon

Things to do in Dublin this weekend: Westlife BBQ and rooftop drinks as heatwave hits the capital

With glorious weather on the way and summer well and truly in full swing, the list of things to do in Dublin this weekend is as exciting as ever.

From wholesome flea markets to quiz nights to rooftop brunch in the sun, this weekend is looking packed with bits to be getting up to.

Here are the best things to do in Dublin this weekend.

Read more: 'I tried Dublin's top-rated pizza spot - and it was definitely worth the visit'

The Useless Project Flea Market

Taking place at The Workman's Club this Saturday, July 9 between 12pm and 4.30pm is The Useless Project's Flea Market. Expect to enjoy classic 90s tunes while you browse through crafts, homeware, art and fashion. Afterwards, there's the chance to enjoy lovely pints and cocktails.

Mayor Square Book Fair for Ukraine

This Saturday, July 9 between 11am and 4pm, there will be a second hand book sale at National College of Ireland at Mayor Square in the IFSC. 100% of the proceeds raised will go to the Irish Red Cross and there will be a €10 donation at the door.

Dublin True Crime Tour

True crime fans will be gagging to get on this tour, which delves into murder, mystery and madness this Saturday at 4pm. Lasting 90 minutes, the tour explores infamous Dublin crimes and will reveal stories that will "keep you up at night".

Topics covered in the tour include robberies, body snatchers, Trinity College murder, art theft and much more, with tickets available through Eventbrite.

Sunday games at The Circular

The Circular in Dublin 8 has kicked off its summer series of game nights which features Ringo Music Bingo and Pub Quiz classics with different themes every week. There are prizes worth €100 up for grabs on the night as well as live DJs, pub quiz classics and pizza from Coke Lane Pizza.

The Sunday Games (Wilsonhartnell.ie)

Dublin's newest rooftop bar

Opening this Friday is Runway 28 Rooftop Bar at The Carlton Hotel Dublin Airport. With its unique location, the bar and restaurants promises epic views over the runway at Dublin Airport, offering visitors the chance to see planes taking off and landing as they wine and dine.

Bookings can be made here.

Westlife parties

Westlife will perform at Dublin's Aviva Stadium this Friday and Saturday, July 8 and 9. Whether or not you managed to nab tickets to either of the concerts, there are plenty of things to do in Dublin this weekend for Westlife fans.

Opium is hosting a Westlife-themed 'Bop Bop' bottomless brunch this Saturday in their Botanical Garden on July 9 with endless mimosas, food and all the Westlife hits. Meanwhile, there is also the the Pre-Westlife concert BBQ will start at 3pm this Saturday in NoLIta Dublin.

Nicky Byrne, Kian Egan, Mark Feehily, Shane Filan and Brian McFadden of Westlife with Claudia Schiffer during the music video for Westlife's cover of 'Uptown Girl' (2001 Comic Relief)

Rooftop brunch in Temple Bar

The city's newest brunch experience takes place at one of Dublin's best rooftop bars. This Sunday, July 10 at The Roof Garden of Fitzsimon's Temple Bar, enjoy a meal along with three complimentary drinks while you enjoy live music from RTE 2FM's DJ Wax.

It takes place between 1pm and 4pm and tickets cost €45, which includes your meal and drinks.

READ NEXT:

Sign up to the Dublin Live Newsletter to get all the latest Dublin news straight to your inbox

Sign up to read this article
Read news from 100’s of titles, curated specifically for you.
Already a member? Sign in here
Related Stories
Top stories on inkl right now
One subscription that gives you access to news from hundreds of sites
Already a member? Sign in here
Our Picks
Fourteen days free
Download the app
One app. One membership.
100+ trusted global sources.