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RTÉ News
5 days ago
- Entertainment
- RTÉ News
Things to do in Dublin this weekend (July 25-27)
From record fairs in Rathmines to hat parties in Temple Bar, there is plenty happening across Dublin this weekend. The Liberties Festival From modest beginnings in 1970, the Liberties festival has grown to become a highlight of the summer in Dublin. Running from 21 - 27 July, the festival returns with live events, walking tours, dance classes, somatic coaching, markets, family fun days, church bingo, and much more. See the full programme here. Challengers match In association with Kino Games, Dublin's Lighthouse Cinema is hosting a Wii Sports Challengers Tennis tournament on Saturday, 26 July, from 7pm. Grab your best tennis attire ('I Told Ya' shirts encouraged), and sign up for a match ahead of a screening of Challengers at 20:45. Please note that competitors can sign up on the day but must have a ticket for a screening taking place on Saturday. One Plate for Palestine One Plate for Palestine is an initiative that encourages food businesses to create one Palestinian-inspired dish or drink for their menu from 22-27 July. Proceeds from plates sold will be donated to the campaign, which aims to raise at least €25,000 for NGO's, charities and projects working on the ground in Gaza, such as Gaza Go Bragh, TEA Collective, and World Central Kitchen. You can find the list of venues taking part here. Pillow Fight To mark the launch of their new Dublin hotel, citizenM is hosting a public pillow fight tournament. Last Citizen Standing will see a mobile, see-through bedroom ring popping up in the city, where passers-by can climb in and go pillow-to-pillow in a showdown for prizes. The pillow fight will take place on Friday, 25 July, at Central Plaza from 1pm to 4:15pm, and Smithfield Square from 4:30pm to 7pm. The Paddy Power Comedy Festival is set to return to Dublin from 24 - 27 July, unloading a clown car full of talent into the Iveagh Gardens. Irish audiences will enjoy both international and homegrown talent thanks to a star-studded line-up. See the full programme here. Women of Colour Art Market On Saturday, 26 July, Women of Colour Belfast and the Foxgluv collective are bringing the first-ever Women of Colour Art Market in Dublin to The Bernard Shaw. Celebrating creativity, culture, and community with a showcase of art, fashion, and music, it will run from 12pm - 6pm. Hats Off On Sunday, 27 July, Zeda & Friends bring their signature culture-led energy to Temple Bar with The Hat Party, a playful and stylish day event celebrating music, self-expression, and connection. Running from 2pm - 6pm at Curveball, Temple Bar, this stylish party invites guests to arrive in any hat from buckets to berets, fitted caps to crowns. The event will feature music from DJ Uzumaki and prizes for the best hat! Haus of Schiaparelli: Lover's Ball Taking place at Smock Alley Theatre on Saturday, 26 July, from 6:30 - 11:30pm, this LGBTQ+ ball is for those aged 18 and over. A celebration of queer love and self-expression, it's a wedding to celebrate your fiercest looks with your chosen family. Love is the theme, and ballroom is the altar. Visit Eventbrite for tickets and more info. Mother Reilly's Records & CD Fair Mother Reilly's Record & CD Fair will be held on Sunday, 27 July, from 12pm - 4pm. Listen to great tunes while you dig through crates of classics, rare finds, and hidden gems. Flux Market On Saturday, 26 July, Flux Studios on Catham Row is hosting a pop-up vintage and craft market featuring local design and vintage fashion. Running from 12pm - 6pm, the market is free to enter.
RTÉ News
5 days ago
- Business
- RTÉ News
Watch: Restaurants creating 'plates for Palestine'
More than 130 restaurants around Ireland are creating Palestinian-inspired dishes to raise money for Palestinian aid. 'One Plate for Palestine' sees restaurants and other establishments add a dish to their menus this week, with all proceeds from the sale of those dishes going to two Irish-Palestinian charities - Gaza Go Bragh and TEA Collective. The initiative was started by Cork-based chefs Beverly Matthews and Barbara Nealon as they said they "felt frustrated and helpless" and wanted to bring the hospitality industry together to make a difference. "We thought maybe 20 restaurants would sign up, but now we have more than 130," Ms Matthews told RTÉ News. "The response has been absolutely amazing." One Plate for Palestine runs until 27 July.
Irish Independent
04-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Irish Independent
Wexford community raises over €4000 to send water trucks to the people of Gaza
The BBQ took place on Saturday, June 21 in the Kiltealy community hall with a total of €4,202 raised. A buffet and BBQ of Palestinian cuisine was made available for an entrance fee of €15 and a raffle was also held on the night. The idea was formed by Carmen Sanchez, who originally questioned whether a food fundraiser was the right avenue to raise much-needed funds. "At one point I asked myself: is it ethical to organises a Palestinian food fundraiser while people in Gaza are suffering? When I shared this doubt with a Palestinian friend, her response was clear and powerful: 'Carmen, Israel uses food as a weapon. By honouring our culture and using food to help us, you're standing with us. Every small act of solidarity means everything in these dark times,'' she said. "We had a fantastic night and loved hosting all the wonderful people who came to enjoy our Palestinian food. Your solidarity made it possible!' she added. A representative of the organisers as a whole expressed their heartfelt thanks to everyone who contributed to getting water delivered to Gaza. "Whether you attended, donated, helped organise, or contributed in any way, your support was truly appreciated. The kindness and community spirit shown on the night was remarkable and will make a meaningful difference,' they said. "Thank you all for standing in solidarity and making this event a success. Water will be delivered to Gaza in two weeks' time. A video of the deliver will be on Instagram which can be viewed on Gaza Go Bragh page,' they added.
