Visiting Ireland in August means seeing the country at its busiest, brightest, and most energetic. As the final full month of summer in Ireland, August combines long daylight hours, major cultural festivals, and peak tourist demand across the country. It’s…
Waterford, Ireland’s oldest city, transforms into a breathtaking open-air stage each year for the Spraoi International Street Arts Festival. Having grown up with the rhythm of Irish festivals, we can personally attest that there is no better way to experience…
If you’ve been hanging out with us on Happy Irish Wanderers for a while, you know that Kate and I aren’t the type to just sit around on a weekend off. If there’s fresh air, a bit of mud, and…
There’s nothing quite like an Irish summer. Visiting Ireland in July is when the country is at its most active; festival circuits are in full swing, and the rugged Wild Atlantic Way is finally basking in (occasional) sunshine. As actual…
Be Brave. Be Wild. Be Bold. Be Here. The energy in Dublin shifts when the Dublin Fringe Festival kicks off. Having spent years chasing festivals from the Fleadh Cheoil to intimate food gatherings, we can confidently say there is nothing…
The Galway Theatre Festival 2027 is a vibrant performance arts celebration held in Galway City, Ireland. Spanning ten days, typically from April 30 to May 9, the festival showcases a diverse mix of theatre, circus, storytelling, and experimental shows. Unlike…