OFFICIAL PROGRAMME 2015

14th – 17th March 2015
Festival Programme
www.stpatricksfestival.ie

I Love My City
A Celebration of Irish Culture

I Love My City is a series of engaging, evocative and intimate cultural events and happenings curated by the festival and staged in some of Dublin’s most beautiful, historic and prestigious cultural venues and spaces.
18 headline events, featuring established and emerging Irish and international artists, from a variety of disciplines, including literature, music, film, song, spoken word, visual art and more, will be presented throughout the festival.
In addition, citywide venues and spaces will host a multitude of inspiring events presented by exciting collectives, artists and performers, immersing audiences in the vibrant cultural fabric of the city.
Events are either FREE ticketed or PAID ticketed. To register for free tickets or to buy tickets see www.stpatricksfestival.ie.

Mad Myths:
FREE Ticketed Events
Saturday 14th March
Where: Royal Hibernian Academy (RHA), Ely Place, D.2

These sessions are delivered by renowned Irish storyteller Claire Muireann Murphy. Children must be accompanied by an adult throughout.

Fabulous First Stories (3-5yrs):
Time: 10am – 10:45am
Come and join a playful, interactive session of stories and songs to celebrate St. Patrick's Day, featuring tales of mischievous fairies, lost kings, talking frogs and maybe even a monster or two.

Wild Irish Tales (7-11yrs):
Time: 12pm – 1pm
Enjoy an hour of Irish myths and folktales, not for the faint of heart, these stories feature wild warriors, mad one-eyed kings and capricious fairies.  

Telling Tales Together: (Suitable for the whole family)
Time: 2.30pm – 3.30pm
Using games and stories, come and master easy ways to learn a story, ways to keep a story interesting (no matter how many times you have to tell it!), and discover new stories to take home.

Film Screening: ‘The Snapper’ plus Q & A with Colm Meaney
FREE Event
Saturday 14th March
Where: The Pillar Room, Rotunda Hospital, D.1
Time: 7pm

“When the characters spoke, Dublin spoke”
This year author Roddy Doyle’s Barrytown Trilogy (The Commitments, The Snapper, The Van) is the UNESCO Dublin City of Literature: One City, One Book. Each book follows a different strand in the life of the unforgettable Rabbitte family, encapsulating 80s and 90s Dublin and the trials and tribulations of the fictional clan.
In celebration, a special screening of ‘The Snapper’ will take place in the beautiful Pillar Room of The Rotunda Maternity Hospital, which featured as a location in the film. As part of the event, very special guest Colm Meaney, who plays the character of Dessie Rabbitte, will be interviewed by RTÉ’s John Kelly.

BoNs Synth Ensemble
FREE Ticketed Event
Saturday 14th March
Where: The Grand Lodge, Freemason Lodge, Molesworth Street, D.2
Time: 8pm – 8.50pm

BoNs is the musical and songwriting catalyst for Dublin-based multi-instrumentalist, producer and synthesist Glenn P Keating.  Over the last decade, the music of BoNs has evolved, by way of experience, in playing as a member of Jape, Somadrone, I am the Cosmos, Solar Bears and the Redneck Manifesto. This debut performance will take the music out of the studio for the first time - the studio however, will be accompanying Keating for this event, with a vast array of synthesizers and instruments making up the BoNs ensemble.  Keating's electronically driven compositions will be performed essentially as a one-man show on the night, in this incredible venue.

Bia Beatha: Irish Cuisine & Culture
PAID Ticketed Event: €65
Purchase tickets at www.stpatricksfestival.ie/shop
Saturday 14th & Sunday 15th March
Where: Guinness Storehouse, St. James’ Gate, D.8
Time: 7.30pm -10:30pm

Tell me what you eat, and I'll tell you who you are.
The type of food we eat, the preparation of ingredients and how we consume and share it, hold the essence of who we are and where we are from. In the historic setting of the pre-industrial brewer’s dining hall, Bia Beatha and your host, culinary historian Máirtín Mac Con Iomaire, will take you on a journey into Ireland’s cuisine, its people and society.  
Enjoy a specially crafted three-course menu by Guinness Storehouse Executive chef, Justin O’Connor, showcasing the best of Irish cuisine, prepared using seasonal Irish ingredients.
Join us for this unique dining experience celebrating Irish food and culture in a setting filled with old world charm. The evening will end with a live musical performance. 
Ticket includes a welcome cocktail and wine served with dinner.

Me Jewel and Darlin’ Dublin
FREE Event (No ticket required)
Saturday 14th – Tuesday 17th March
Where: Marsh’s Library, St. Patrick’s Close, D.8
Times: 10am – 5pm daily

Me Jewel and Darlin’ Dublin is a new exhibition of letterpress prints, affectionately named after author Eamon MacThomais’ account of Dublin life from 1974, by Dublin-based studio One Strong Arm. This series of antique wooden, metal type, woodcut prints and illustration celebrates the great things about this city - a snapshot of tales told through the writings, thoughts and musings that some of the great people Dublin has produced.


To celebrate the year of Irish Design, St Patrick’s Festival and ID2015 have come together to reimagine public spaces in our capital city.  Taking the present, and specifically the 2015 Parade theme, Celebrate Now as inspiration, this exciting collaboration aims to get people to stop and take a moment out of their busy day to think about the city differently.  What If Dublin and Reflect Yourself were chosen through an artist submission process.

What If Dublin
FREE Event (No ticket required)
Saturday 14th – Tuesday 17th March
Where: Various outdoor locations see www.stpatricksfestival.ie
@what_if_dublin #whatifdublin

What if Dublin is a Twitter-based web platform, initiated by a collective of young architects, designers and urban researchers, which invites the public to participate in a debate on the actual urban questions of the city.
In collaboration with the Irish Architecture Foundation, a selection of questions starting with "What if Dublin...", will be brought out into the physical world. Several installations, strategically placed throughout the city centre, will seek to engage the passer-by with their immediate environment, triggering their imagination and actively encouraging engagement in re-thinking the possibilities of public spaces.

Reflect Yourself:
FREE Event (No ticket required)
Saturday 14th – Tuesday 17th March
Where: Dubh Linn Gardens, Dublin Castle, D.2
Times: 9am – 7pm

A Mirror. A mirror provides that snapshot in time, reflecting only the here and now.  
Created by Barry Sheehan, Head of Design at the Dublin Institute of Technology, along with furniture design students, Richard May and Tomas Barisauskas, this thought-provoking, outdoor installation explores what specifically prevents us from reflecting on the past or wondering about the future.

The Past is Present – Talk Series
FREE Ticketed Events
Various dates (see below)
Where: The Little Museum of Dublin, 15 St. Stephen’s Green, D.1
Time: 1pm – 2pm

The Women of Dublin – 100 years ago and today: (Saturday 14th) 
Head of Special Projects at the National Archives, and former President of the Women's History Association, Catríona Crowe explores the history of women in Dublin from 1900 to today - the lives, politics and social realities of the past that continue to influence the lives of men and women in Dublin today.

The Secret History of Dublin: (Sunday 15th) 
Historian, author and collector of Dublin's past, Donal Fallon, presents a whistle-stop tour of the city's most fascinating hidden histories and lost stories, the ghosts that still surround Dublin residents in the buildings they live in, work in and walk past every day.

Dublin's 1000 Year Legacy:  (Monday 16th)
Dublin was founded by the Vikings, and much of its early topography can still be found and visited in the city we love today. Dr. Pat Wallace, Director of the Wood Quay Excavations and ex-Director of the National Museum, reveals the Viking capital that Dubliners have inherited. 

Guinness: In the City
FREE Event (No ticket required)
Dates: Saturday 14th – Tuesday 17th March
Where: Various outdoor locations see www.stpatricksfestival.ie

For the first time ever, images from the vast Guinness Archive at Guinness Storehouse will feature in locations around the city, just waiting to be discovered. This outdoor exhibition trail, produced in collaboration with Sweatshop, tells the story of one of Ireland’s most iconic brands and how, through the societies, housing and people, Guinness wove its way into the very fabric of the city of Dublin. The story of Guinness goes beyond the story of the beer, it has had a profound impact on the shape and development of Dublin. These photos illustrate the rich legacy that Guinness continues to have in the city to this day.

A Visual Tribute to W.B Yeats
FREE & PAID Events
Saturday 14th – Tuesday 17th March
Where: The Irish Georgian Society, City Assembly House, 58 South William Street, D.2
Exhibition Opening Hours: Saturday 14th, Monday 16th & Tuesday 17th March 10am - 5pm, Sunday 10am – 1pm

The Dublin Painting and Sketching Club with The Irish Writers Centre present an exhibition of paintings inspired by the poetry of W.B Yeats. Poetry recitals, short readings on Yeats and musical settings of his poems by harpist Claire Roche celebrate the work of one of Ireland’s greatest literary icons, in the beautiful Georgian surrounds of City Assembly House.

Poetry Readings & Harp Recital with Clare Roche: Sunday 15th at 3pm. Tickets €5 from www.irishwriterscentre.ie
Informal Poetry Readings: Monday 16th & Tuesday 17th from 2.30pm. Free events, no ticket required.

The Ultimate Sunday
PAID Ticketed Event €10
Purchase tickets at www.stpatricksfestival.ie/shop
Sunday 15th March
Where: Belvedere House, Great Denmark Street, D.1
Times: Drop in from 12pm – 6.30pm*

Is your ultimate Sunday full of the Sunday papers, soothing music and stellar coffee? How about live comedy, great tunes, board games and movies? Or does Sunday mean enquiring minds and time out to recharge from the week? Whether Sundays mean tired heads, or curious ones, St. Patrick’s Festival has crafted the perfect event; The Ultimate Sunday.
In this hidden, Georgian gem the Sunday papers will be brought to life through talks and interviews on news, culture, style, travel and more! 
Resident DJ Sally Cinnamon will bring the perfect tunes, comedians John Colleary (Pictorial Weekly) and Gary Cooke (Aprés Match) will deliver the news worth knowing, Donal Dineen will talk to the artists worth hearing, including singer Lisa O' Neill, artist Cian McLaughlin and author Paul Murray, and Chequerboard's live set is guaranteed to relax and inspire. 
Be prepared to get comfy and open your mind to a Sunday full of sacred sounds and thoughtful talks. 
* Ticket holders please feel free to set up camp for the afternoon or pop in as you please.  Slippers optional! 

Tell Me About It
FREE Ticketed Event
Sunday 15th March
Where: The Little Museum of Dublin, 15 Stephen’s Green, D.2
Times: 5pm – 7pm

A showcase of some of the best poetry, storytelling and spoken word that Ireland has to offer. Curated by Dublin poet Stephen James Smith, Tell Me About It, takes inspiration from St Patrick Festival’s cultural theme of I Love My City. Artists such as Paul Timoney, Erin Fornoff, Rory Jones, Eva O’Connor, Brian McMahon Gallagher and Stephen James Smith himself will take to the stage to deliver their wordy verse and stomping stanzas.

The Pipes, The Pipes
FREE Ticketed Event
Sunday 15th March
Where: Royal Hibernian Academy (RHA), Ely Place, D.2
Time: 7pm – 8.20pm

Paint, pipes and pictures will be a forceful combination at this special live experience.  
The Pipes, The Pipes is a homage to the singular magic of the uilleann pipes. Featuring the expertise of three exceptional pipers, Pádraig McGovern, Leonard Barry and John Touhy. This live show will also feature contributions by French visual artist Lionel Palun and Spanish painter Guillermo Carrion, who will respond live to the mesmerising soundwaves and conjure images that enhance the musical flow.
Cities Breathing
PAID Ticketed Event: €10
Purchase tickets at www.stpatricksfestival.ie/shop
Date: Monday 16th March
Where: O’Reilly Theatre, Belvedere College, Great Denmark Street, D.1
Times: Doors 7.30pm, Show 8pm – 9.30pm

Cities are living.  Cities breathe.  Videographers and visual artists Peter Martin, Albert Hooi with Al Kennington and Kev Freeney, were commissioned to visually explore contemporary Dublin,  collecting beautiful, moving imagery of our unique capital.  Musical artists Clu, New Jackson and I Am The Cosmos, have composed an eclectic array of scores to accompany the three short films.  In the impressive O’Reilly Theatre, the two creative strands come together for this once off, live, audio visual vignette of Dublin city today, produced by Dylan Higgins and Al Kennington.

NOTIFY & Pauline Scanlon
FREE Ticketed Event
Tuesday 17th March
Where: The Chapel Royal, Dublin Castle, D.2
Times: 7.30pm – 8.40pm

NOTIFY and Pauline Scanlon, both leading figureheads of the new Irish Music Tradition, breathe fresh life into Gaelic music and song with "a musical tapestry that ranges from soft melodies to crashing crescendos". In the gorgeous surrounds of the Chapel Royal, the ensemble will deliver an evocative repertoire of original compositions, re-arranged traditional tunes and Irish language songs, produced with sensitive electronic overlays and inventive arrangements that are “cinematic in scope” (New York Echo).

Supported by the Arts Council of Ireland and Northern Ireland, Traditional Arts | Touring Award and in association with Seachtain na Gaeilge.

PORT A' tSAOIL: TIONSCADAL KATE BUSH / Jig of Life: the Kate Bush Project
PAID Ticketed Event
Tuesday 17th March
Where: Smock Alley Boys School, 6/7 Exchange St Lower, Temple Bar, D.8
Time: 7pm – 8.30pm

Níl éinne inchurtha le Kate Bush mar ealaíontóir. Fitear rac, ceol clasaiceach agus ceol tíre go han-éifeachtach ar fad sa saothar aici. Anocht tá Caitríona O'Leary againn chun scoth na n-amhrán le Kate Bush a chanadh dúinn. Gabriel Rosenstock a thraschruthaigh na liricí i nGaeilge agus Margaret Lonergan ag teilg liricí agus íomhánna ar scáileán.

Caitríona O’Leary, acclaimed by Crescendo Magazine for ‘her angelic and etheral voice’ - performs the very best of Kate Bush’s songs, translated into Irish by Gabriel Rosenstock. The show features on-screen projections of the lyrics, with images created by Margaret Lonergan.

Léirithe ag/ Produced by IMRAM Irish Language Literature Festival.


Festival Treasure Hunt
Saturday 14th March
Free Event
In association with Ethiopian Airlines & Dublin's Q102
Where: Starts & Ends at The Public Theatre, Front Square, Trinity College, D1
Registration: 10am-1pm on the day
Pre-register in advance on www.stpatricksfestival.ie

Unlock the city as you navigate the exciting trail, visit Dublin's beautiful, historical locations and solve clues in this urban, participatory event.
Tap into your adventurous spirit, as you work in teams to solve a series of questions and discover Dublin city in this unique way!
Enjoy the atmosphere at HQ in Trinity College, with music, theatrics, prizes for best costumes (the theme is explorers!) and much more.
The hunt takes about 1 hour 45 minutes to complete, with a special, shorter, mini hunt available for children! To save time, sign up in advance online. Max 4 people per team.
Glac páirt san Tóraíocht Taisce trí Ghaeilge agus bíodh deis agat duaiseanna speisialta a bhuachaint!
Listen in to Dublin’s Q102 from 9am-1pm from 9th to 13th March, to be in with a chance to win 2 return flights from Dublin to Los Angeles and a four night stay in a 4* luxury hotel with thanks to Ethiopian Airlines.

How to Play:

The Band was established in 1997 to honour the St. Patrick’s Battalion, that fought as part of the Mexican Army in the war with the US in 1846-47. The band performs regularly in concerts and festivals all over Mexico and abroad. This is the first time there has been a Mexican band participating in the parade.

Clondalkin Youth Band
From: Dublin, Ireland
Director: Mr. Vincent Dolan
Clondalkin Youth Band are one of the largest marching and concert bands in Ireland, having won many awards. They have performed every year in the Dublin Parade since 1989. The band is under the expert guidance and baton of Mr. Vincent Dolan, a graduate of the College of Music, Dublin and a full-time member of the Irish Army School of Music.

Woodstock High School Marching Wolverine Band
From: Georgia, USA
Director: Mr. Bob Loehr
Woodstock High School Marching Wolverine Band was formed in 1996. The band is comprised of about 110 students, 94 of which are participating in the 2015 St. Patrick’s Parade. In 2013 the band were Silver Division Grand Champions at the Golden River Marching Festival.

Columbus East High School Olympian Spirit Marching Band
From: Indiana, USA
Directors: Mr. David Rodgers, Mr. Tim Brookshire
The band has been an ISSMA State finalist as well as a Mid States finalist for the past 15 years. The band has performed in New York, California and the Disney Honours Festival. Many of the band members have been selected for All State Ensembles, and former members have pursued careers in music or music education.

Kilgore College Rangerettes
From: Texas, USA
Director: Ms. Dana Blair
The Kilgore College Rangerettes are a precision dance team currently made up of 72 members. The members of the Rangerettes are aged between 18- 21 years. The band was formed in 1939 by Miss Gussie Nell Davis, who was hired by the dean of Kilgore College. Participating in the parade with the Rangerettes will be a selection of 200 dancers, known as the All Star Dancers. Members of the All Stars range from ages 15-18 years.

Musikverein Trachtenkapelle Biederbach e.V
From: Germany
Directors: Mr. Stefan Burger, Stephan Schaetzle, Ralph Wernet
Founded in 1899, in the Black Forest, the band is more than 100 years old and has around 70 active musicians between the ages of 14 -63. In 2007 they participated at the Steubenparade in New York.

North Dakota State University Gold Marching Band
From: North Dakota, USA
Director: Dr Sigurd Johnson
The NDSU Gold Star Marching Band has a one hundred year tradition of excellence. The band routinely performs before large audiences at sporting events, and has much experience at national tournaments, including three NCAA FCS National Football Championships.

Albany Marching Falcons
From: New York, USA
Director: Mr. Bryan Cady
The Albany Marching Falcons have represented the State of New York in the nationally televised National Memorial Day in Washington, D.C. They have also represented the New York State Capital numerous times, as they have performed in the nationally televised New York City St. Patrick’s Day parade and lead every parade held within the City of Albany in NY. This is the band's first time performing in Ireland.

Charlotte Catholic High School Marching Band
From: North Carolina, USA
Director: Mr. Timothy Cook
This will be CCHS Marching Band’s third appearance in the St. Patrick’s Day Parade. The band itself is comprised of students from grade 9-12 and has achieved many accolades over the years. The band itself is comprised of a symphonic band and a jazz band, and has gained notable recognition for performances regionally, nationally and internationally

Coronado High School Marching Band
From: Nevada, USA
Director: Mr. Benjamin Franke
The Coronado High School Marching Band hails from Henderson, Nevada USA. The band’s members are aged 14-18. Most recently, the Coronado Marching Band represented the state of Nevada in the 2013 United States National Independence Day Parade in Washington, D.C.

Eastern New Mexico University Greyhound Sound
From: New Mexico, USA
Director: Mr. Dustin Seifert
The GSMB – the sound of the high plains is proud to celebrate its 77th year of musical excellence. GSMB members are both music majors and non majors. Many members of the GSMB proudly represented ENMU, the State of New Mexico and the United States of America when they performed in the 2009 St. Patrick’s Day Parade in Dublin.

Musikkapelle Garmisch
From: Germany
Director: Mr. Matthias Millian
Musikkapelle Garmisch was founded in 1796. The band has appeared in many festivals around Germany and has recently completed a performance tour in Japan. The band performs typical Bavarian music and this is their first time performing in Ireland.

Spirit of Northwestern Marching Band
From: Louisiana, USA
Director: Dr. Jeffrey C. Mathews
The band is one of the largest and most diverse marching bands in the South. The Spirit of Northwestern Marching Band has entertained thousands of people at athletic events, festivals and parades across the state and region for decades and has received prestigious awards for its performances.

University of Southern Mississippi Marching Band – The Pride of Mississippi
From: Mississippi, USA
Director: Dr. James Standland
The pride of Mississippi has marched in the Dublin St. Patrick’s Day Parade in 1993 and 1997 and more recently performed in the 2010 Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade in New York City. The band has performed for such events as the F.D.R Presidential Inaugural Parade, the Senior Bowl, multiple collegiate bowl games and professional American Football games.

CITY FUSION & BRIGHTER FUTURES
Community & Outreach project as part of the St. Patrick’s Festival

City Fusion & Brighter Futures are two community and outreach, arts participation projects, commissioned by St. Patrick’s Festival.
Each year, the projects start anew with over 200 participants, from a range of backgrounds and countries, who work together to develop two exciting pageants for the festival parade.
The adult and youth community groups immerse themselves in visual art, music, street theatre and dance workshops to bring the parade theme to life, with creative vision and dedication.
Teams of volunteers, facilitators and professional artists collaborate to produce the wonderful spectacle of street theatre, floats and costumes that come to life, as the performers waltz and swirl through the streets of Dublin on St. Patrick’s Day.
2015 CITY FUSION (adult group participants): African Diaspora for Arts, Creative Steps, Lithuanian Community in Ireland, Filipino Cultural Organisation of Ireland, MENNI Services, DCU Japanese Society, Bolivianos En Irlanda and Brazilian Samba Dance Community Group.
2015 BRIGHTER FUTURES (youth group participants): Irish Deaf Teens – Sub Org of Irish Deaf Youth Association, Sphere 17 Regional Youth Service, Dublin Circus Project, Polish Weekend School and Ringsend Girl Guides Unit.
St. Patrick’s Festival is continuously striving for artistic excellence, aspiring to become bigger, brighter, better and bolder in future years. #cityfusion

Music in the City
Saturday 14th – Sunday 15th
FREE Events
Where: Various Locations (see below)
Times: Various times (see below)

Enjoy a variety of indoor and outdoor musical performances from an eclectic mix of performers and artists. Lively song, upbeat tones and rhythmic beats will fill the air and get you in tune with festival celebrations. Music in the City will showcase some of Ireland’s finest creative ensembles, with something for all music tastes.
Interskalactic Brass Band
Sunday 15th March, South King Street @12pm & 1.40pm
Interskalactic will light up the streets, performing first wave, old school Jamaican Ska. The 10 piece band will provide a celebratory burst of upbeat and infectious music.

The Hot Spot Ukes
Sunday 15th March, South King Street @12.50pm & 2.30pm
This upbeat group promise to “Brew up a Storm” which is the name of their recent new hit, released to raise money for the homeless. Their fun filled, uplifting performances include ukulele players from 11 to 60 years old!

The Line Up
Sunday 15th March
National Gallery, Merrion Square West @1pm
St. Stephen's Green Shopping Centre @3pm
Powerscourt Townhouse Centre @4.30pm
This soulful choir will be a real treat for audiences on Sunday afternoon. The choir have performed at Body & Soul, Electric Picnic, Mansion House, The Abbey Theatre, Christ Church Cathedral, the Queen Elizabeth Hall and the Southbank Centre in London where they broke a Guinness World Record. Their repertoire includes contemporary songs from the rock, pop and soul genres.

Conor Walsh (Instrumental)
Saturday 14th March
Powerscourt Townhouse Centre @1pm & 3pm
Sunday 15th March
Powerscourt Townhouse Centre @1pm
Conor is a minimalist piano/electro acoustic composer hailing from the west of Ireland. He will bring his enchanting pieces to Powerscourt Townhouse Centre’s baby grand piano, to soothe the souls of all who listen.

Festival Céilí
Monday 16th March
Free Event
In Association with Today FM & Foras na Gaeilge
Where: St. Stephen’s Green North, D.2
Time: 4.30pm-7.30pm

'Round the house and mind the dresser!'. Get your dancing shoes on and join in the Festival Céilí, an outdoor celebration of traditional Irish dancing. Renowned ceilí caller Jerry O'Reilly will lead you through céilí classics, such as The Walls of Limerick and Shoe the Donkey, demonstrated by céilí veterans, the Brooks Academy dancers. The Matt Cunningham Band will accompany; Matt is a household name in the Irish music world, one of the most popular performers within the set and céilí dancing genre, and a pioneer where his recordings for dancers are concerned.
Special guests Ciarán Ó Maoinigh on fiddle and Caitlín Nic Gabhann on concertina, are award-winning musicians, together, they make an explosive duo, full of spirit, soul and life. But it's you who really makes it special, so join our host and champion Irish dancer Dearbhla Lennon, as well as a few thousand friends, for a céilí to remember.

Cuir snas ar do bhróga damhsa agus tar ag rince amuigh faoin spéir ag Céilí na Féile. Beidh banna cheoil Matt Cunningham, atá ag céiliúradh 50 bliain ar an bhfód, ag déanamh tionlacan, chomh maith le Ciarán Ó Maoinigh agus Caitlín Nic Gabhann!

Greening the City
Throughout the festival
Free Event
Where: Various Locations
Time: From Dusk
For more details see www.stpatricksfestival.ie

In celebration of Ireland’s national holiday, see buildings, venues and spaces across the city illuminate green for the Festival period. Be sure to take a stroll round Dublin, after the sun goes down to check out the city's most iconic buildings - they look even more impressive in green!

Some of the Dublin city venues going green include:
Mansion House
Convention Centre 
Christ Church Cathedral
St. Patrick’s Cathedral
Bord Gáis Energy Theatre
Connolly Station 
Heuston Station
National Museum of Ireland – Decorative Arts & History, Collins Barracks, D7
National Museum of Ireland – Archaeology, Kildare Street, D2
National Museum of Ireland – Natural History, Merrion Street, D2
Glasnevin Museum’s Daniel O’Connell Tower 
Ulster Bank, George’s Quay 
Ulster Bank, College Green
Bank of Ireland, 2 College Green 
The RDS
Smock Alley Theatre
Guinness Storehouse 

And many more!

For a full list of buildings going green see www.stpatricksfestival.ie



Waterworks Workshops
Saturday 14th March
Free Event
Where: Waterways Ireland Visitor Centre, Grand Canal Quay, D2
Tickets: FREE Ticketed event, register in advance on www.stpatricksfestival.ie
Times: 11pm - 5:00pm

The Waterworks children's workshops will combine children’s theatre, participatory drama workshops and an arts and crafts session bringing our Waterways to life in a relaxed, fun environment.
Children can enjoy one of two theatre shows outlined below, followed by storytelling, mask-making and a mix of activities based around water, such as body percussion, mime, improvisation, singing and much more. Come along and explore the magic of water!
Each session includes one theatre show, one drama workshop and one craft workshop, which will be delivered by Galway-based theatre company Tegolin's Tales and Artist Tania Gray. Suitable for 4-11 year olds.

Festival Films
Sunday 15th@11am, The Race
Sunday 15th @1pm, It Came From Connemara!!
Tuesday 17th @ 4pm, Paddy
Where: Irish Film Institute, 6 Eustace Street , D.2
Tickets: Varies from €4.80 - €14.40 (Family ticket)
From www.ifibooking.ie

The Race, is a warm-hearted and humourous tale of 11-year-old Mary, who dreams of being a racing driver, despite the disapproval of her parents (played by Colm Meaney and Susan Lynch) and the local community. But Mary is determined to prove them all wrong, and build a kart and fulfil her dream.

It Came From Connemara!! is the story of low-budget, B-movie maestro Roger Corman's film studio that was established in Connemara in the early ‘90s and the 20+ films he made there - films like Dangerous Curves, Spacejacked and Bloodfist VII – which may have offended cinephiles, but which employed hundreds of Irish crew, many of whom adored the experience. With unique access to Corman, his crew and his archive of Irish films, Brian Reddin’s feature documentary is a wryly affectionate and utterly enjoyable homage to the man and his oeuvre.
Paddy, an early Irish venture from producer Roger Corman (subject of It Came from Connemara!!), is the tale of amorous Dublin butcher boy Paddy (Des Cave), who spends most of his time seducing women – including well-heeled widow (Maureen Toal) and sweet girl Maureen (Dearbhla Molloy) - and swilling pints in Mulligan's with his reprobate friend (Milo O'Shea). The screening will be introduced by Lee Dunne, writer of the notorius novel 'Goodbye to the Hill' from which the film was adapted.

Gaelspraoi
Maoinithe ag Foras na Gaeilge
Clár ar fáil ag / Full Programme available at www.stpatricksfestival.ie

Siamsaíocht, ceol, caint agus greann gaelach do chách, ar fud na cathrach. Bígí linn i mbliana, ag céiliúradh scoth na Gaeilge le ceolchoirmeacha istigh agus amuigh faoin aer.
Gaelspraoi brings you the best of Irish-language entertainment for all ages, including pop-up performances, family circus and concerts. Whether you have cúpla focal, or no focal at all, come celebrate the Irish language with us.

Cirque du Gael @ An Lá Mór/ Big Day Out
Dómhnach 15ú Márta/Sunday 15th March
Áit/Location: Cearnóg Muirfean/Merrion Square, D. 2
Am/Time: 12-6pm
SAOR IN AISCE/FREE EVENT

Gáirí mór, gealla ort. Bualigí isteach chuig Cirque du Gael, sorcas scléip is siamsaíocht gaelach ar An Lá Mór. Idir áilteoireacht áiféiseach, cleasaíocht cliste agus míreanna úrnua, cuirfear rachtanna gáirí oraibh, agus beidh deis agaibhs triall a bhaint as scileanna sorcais agus lámhcleasaíocht!
Join the circus at Cirque du Gael at Festival Big Day Out! Awesome feats of clowning, acrobatics and juggling – and you get a chance to try out your own circus skills too!

Club Fonn
Domhnach 15ú Márta/Sunday 15th March
Áit/Location: The Workmans Club, Wellington Quay, D2
Am/Time: 8-11pm
Saor in aisce/FREE event

Club Oíche, Club Siamsaíochta, Club Fonn! Beidh bannaí agus ealaíontóirí gaelacha á chur i láthair, agus is deis iontach í seo bualadh le daoine trí Ghaeilge agus an chraic is fear sa chathair a bheith agaibh!
Club míosúil nua is ea Club Fonn do Ghaeilgeoirí na Cathrach. Bíonn Raidió na Life ag tacú le Club Fonn agus ag taifeadadh ann gach oíche.
Club Fonn & Radió na Life are putting on a special St. Patrick's Festival club night! With a wide selection of musicians performing a set fully in Irish, the music ranges from Indie to Hip-Hop to Sean Nós singing.
Club Fonn is a Monthly club night for Irish speakers and those interested in improving their cúpla focal!

City at Play: Funfairs
Saturday 14th - Tuesday 17th March
Where: Merrion Square D. 2 & Custom House Quay, D. 1
Times: For full details visit www.stpatricksfestival.ie
Price: Varied

From waltzers to family attractions to the carousel, there is something for everyone at the Funfairs.  Dare to be suspended upside down, turned over or whisked through the air.
A firm festival favourite, that will light up the city with colourful carnival fairgrounds. Whether you are young or young at heart come along!

Merrion Square Dates & Times:
Saturday 14th March: 11am – 10pm
Sunday 15th, Monday 16th, Tuesday 17th March: 11am – 8pm
Custom House Quay Dates & Times:
Saturday 14th March: 11am – 10pm
Sunday 15th & Tuesday 17th March: 11am – 8pm

Times and dates subject to change.

Festival 5K Road Race
Sunday 15th March
Where: Starting on Dawson Street, D.2
Time: 12pm
Enter online at www.patricksrun.com

For the more energetic festival goers, take part in the annual Festival 5K Road Race! The course takes you through the heart of beautiful, Georgian Dublin and is suitable for families, fun runners and dedicated athletes.

You can be assured of a lively atmosphere as street performers, face painters and musicians will be on hand to entertain, and spectators line the route to cheer you on.

The race is part of the Lord Mayor of Dublin Christy Burke’s 5 Alive Challenge and the city’s first citizen will be cheering all participants on.


Walking Tour: In the Footsteps of St. Patrick
Saturday 14th – Wednesday 18th March
Where: Meet on corner of Suffolk & Andrew Street, D. 2 (beside converted church)
Time: 11am* & 2.30pm
Tickets: €14 (€12 senior/students)
From www.walkingtours.ie

Renowned Dublin historian Pat Liddy uncovers the origins of the legacy of St. Patrick in this very special walking tour of Dublin city. This fascinating tour includes ancient sites of the city, the story of pre-Viking Dublin, and includes two of the great medieval cathedrals – Christ Church and St. Patrick's.
Arrive 10 minutes before the tour is due to begin, price includes free entry into St. Patrick's Cathedral .
*Except on 17th March when the tour runs only at 2:30pm

Comedy: Best of Irish
Saturday 14th March
Where: The Laughter Lounge, Eden Quay, D.1
Time: Doors at 7pm, show at 8:30pm
Tickets: €25 from www.LaughterLounge.com
The hunt for the funniest person in Ireland is nearly over. On St. Patrick’s weekend The Laughter Lounge will bring together the ten best Irish stand-up comedians, for what promises to be a craicing final.
There will be no Simon Cowell or celebrity judges for this show, as the winner will be decided by you the audience. Ireland needs you, this is one of the most important decisions that the country will ever have to make. Only people with a sense of humour should attend!


Irish Boat Races
Saturday 14th March
Free Event
Where: Starts at O’Connell Bridge
Time of first race: 3:30pm

The Gannon Cup Irish boat races take place on the River Liffey, between rivals University College Dublin (UCD) and Dublin University (Trinity College).
The 2km rowing course, starts at O'Connell Bridge and travels past many of Dublin's landmarks on its way up the river, finishing at St. James's Gate.
This is a unique chance to see two universities battle it out in a thrilling series of races.


Irish Beer & Whiskey Festival
Friday 13th – Tuesday 18th March
Where: RDS, Ballsbridge, D. 4
Friday: 5pm – 12.30am Saturday – Tuesday: 12.30pm – 12.30am
Price: €10 entry*

Running for its fourth year – the Irish Beer & Whiskey Festival is a true celebration of everything Irish – beer, cider, whiskey, food and entertainment!
This festival is totally indoors so you don’t need to worry about the weather as you browse the stalls, enjoy a masterclass or two and soak up the festive atmosphere and live music. Come and celebrate St. Patrick’s Week 2015 with over 15,000 friends at the Irish Beer & Whiskey Festival.
*Price includes live music, free souvenir glass and free half pint.


Festival App & Photo Competition
Get snapping this St. Patrick’s Festival!

Download the St. Patrick’s Festival app to get all the information you need to enjoy the four days of festivities – see full event listings, watch a live feed of the parade, use our interactive map, and check out what we’re up to on Twitter and Facebook!
See our Festival Photo Gallery and Photo Competition, be part of the St. Patrick’s festivities and share your best moments! Upload your own photos through the app and see them appear in the gallery. We’ll pick our top three, most creative photos, and the winners will be in with a chance to win One4all vouchers.