Illustrative photo New Year's Eve in Sligo, Ireland 2026/2027: Events Guide
New Year's Eve 2026 and New Year 2027 in Sligo centre on Queen Maeve Square, the seasonal ice rink and riverside pubs. Hotel packages from about 75 EUR sit alongside a free street atmosphere in this compact Wild Atlantic Way town.
Illustrative photo New Year's Eve in Killarney, Ireland 2026/2027: Celebrations, Programme and Events
Killarney marks New Year's Eve 2026 and New Year's Day 2027 with hotel galas, town-centre pubs and Gleneagle INEC Arena on Muckross Road. 31 December 2026 is the main night; the arena headliner had not been confirmed by mid-2026. 1 January suits the national park and lakes. Book tickets and rooms early via official sites.
Illustrative photo New Year's Eve in Waterford, Ireland 2026/2027: Celebrations, Events & Things to Do
New Year’s Eve and New Year 2026/2027 in Waterford, Ireland, centre on the lit Quay, the Viking Triangle and venue parties across the old city. Winterval runs until 23 December 2026; festive lights and nightlife continue into the turn of the year. A major official fireworks show had not been confirmed — check Visit Waterford and venue pages for the latest times and tickets.
Illustrative photo New Year's Eve in Limerick, Ireland 2026/2027 – Celebrations, Events & Guide
New Year's Eve and New Year 2026/2027 in Limerick unfold along the Shannon around King John's Castle, Arthur's Quay and city venues. Public quays are free; gigs and hotel dinners are ticketed. A civic fireworks display had not been confirmed as of September 2026. Check Limerick.ie for updates.
Illustrative photo New Year's Eve in Cork, Ireland 2026/2027 – Celebrations, Events & Programme
New Year's Eve and New Year 2026/2027 in Cork mix Grand Parade lights, trad pub sessions, hotel galas and club nights. Street events are often free; gala tickets recently reached 85 Euro. A city-centre fireworks show is not confirmed; check Pure Cork closer to 31 December 2026.
Illustrative photo New Year's Eve in Galway 2026/2027: Celebrations & Programme
New Year's Eve 2026/2027 in Galway pairs a free family celebration at St. Nicholas Collegiate Church with street music, festive lights and the city's famous pub culture. The night starts in the historic centre and continues around Eyre Square, Spanish Arch and the Latin Quarter.
Illustrative photo New Year's Eve in Bray, Ireland 2026/2027: Celebrations, Programme and Events
New Year’s Eve and New Year 2026/2027 in Bray, on Ireland’s east coast, centre on the lit seafront, pub nights and the Bray Lions Club charity swim on 1 January. 31 December 2026 is mainly celebrated in venues such as The Martello; Bray had not confirmed a municipal midnight fireworks display of its own.
Illustrative photo New Year's Festival Dublin 2026/2027 – Countdown and Fireworks on the Liffey
From December 30, 2026 to January 1, 2027, Dublin celebrates the New Year's Festival around Dublin Castle and the River Liffey. Live music, a Countdown Concert and fireworks over the river welcome in 2027.
Illustrative photo Dublin International Film Festival 2027 – Programme, Tickets & Visitor Guide
The Dublin International Film Festival (DIFF) runs from 18 to 28 February 2027. Eleven days of world premieres, exclusive Q&As, Volta Awards and the very best of Irish and international cinema at the Light House Cinema in Dublin's Smithfield quarter.
Illustrative photo St. Patrick's Festival Dublin 2027 – Parade, Program & Visitor Guide
St. Patrick's Festival Dublin is Ireland's biggest national celebration, expected to run from 13 to 17 March 2027. Join hundreds of thousands of visitors for the world-famous parade on O'Connell Street, live music, street theatre and citywide events. Many events are free to attend.
Illustrative photo Galway International Arts Festival – Program, Tickets & Visitor Guide
The Galway International Arts Festival is one of Europe's leading arts events, turning Galway into a two-week celebration of music, theatre, circus and street spectacle every July. In 2027 the festival marks its 50th anniversary on the Wild Atlantic Way.
Illustrative photo Electric Picnic 2027 in Stradbally: Dates, Lineup and Tickets
From 27 to 29 August 2027, Stradbally Hall Estate in County Laois once again becomes Ireland's biggest arts and music gathering: Electric Picnic. With comedy, theatre and art scattered across the grounds, it's known as Ireland's "Glastonbury". The 2027 line-up will be announced in due course.