Dates not yet confirmed. The organiser has not announced this edition. The dates below follow the festival's usual pattern and are our best estimate; check the official site before booking around them.
Whiskey Live Dublin at the RDS in Ballsbridge, Ireland's premier whiskey festival, two days of distillery stands, masterclasses and rare-bottle pours in June.
Dates and details checked May 20, 2026 by Elliot Marsh against the organiser's site.
Hotels in Dublin around 5 to 6 June 2027, dates pre-filled. Prices and availability open on the partner site.
Whiskey Live Dublin runs 5 to 6 June. These are the food tours and tastings in Dublin to book for the days around it; most cancel free up to 24 hours ahead.
Private tour · 8 hours
Discover Cork’s vibrant markets, medieval castles, and world-renowned whiskey on a private guided journey. Savor local flavors and scenic coastal views along the way.
Multi-day trip · 3 days
Unearth Ireland’s most unspoilt corner on this tour of beautiful beaches and ancient local history.
Private tour · 4 hours
The ultimate private whiskey and beer tour, Dublin. Your Whiskey & Beer Specialist Host escorts you through Guinness Storehouse and leads you privately through a worki...
Address: RDS, Dublin 4
Gifted runs in the RDS main hall in Ballsbridge each December, pairing 400 craft and design makers with a Christmas Food Emporium of more than 100 Irish artisan food producers.
TipAdult tickets are €15 online, and everything bought on the opening Wednesday carries 10 percent off.
A free entry Christmas market at the RDS in Ballsbridge with food and drink stalls, Bavarian style bars pouring mulled wine, a covered ice rink, fairground rides and live entertainment.
TipEntry costs nothing, but the ice rink is ticketed and busiest at weekends; skate on a weekday afternoon.
Four days of live fire cooking in Herbert Park, Ballsbridge, where Irish and visiting pitmasters sell small plate barbecue from about €8, alongside craft beer bars and grilling demos.
TipFriday and Saturday usually sell out in advance, and the site is cashless, so bring a card.
16 Jun 2027
Bloomsday Festival
Joycean Edwardian breakfast and Gorgonzola sandwich pubs
20 Nov to 31 Dec
TwinkleTown Christmas Market
Christmas market food and drink, mulled wine and hot chocolate
2-6 Dec
Gifted at the RDS
Irish artisan food producers, Christmas Food Emporium
18 Nov to 23 Dec
Dublin Loves Christmas at the RDS
Christmas market stalls, mulled wine and festive food
12-15 Aug 2027
Big Grill Festival
Live fire barbecue and craft beer
3-7 Jun 2027
Bord Bia Bloom
Irish food producers and chef demonstrations
