Live music, spectacular on-street performances, food, fashion and late-night experiences set to take over the capital
Dubliners are being invited to stay out late and see the capital in a whole new light as Dublin By Night Fest returns this November 7, transforming the city centre into a vibrant playground of music, culture, food, fashion and unforgettable experiences.
Kicking off the Winter in Dublin 2025/26 programme in Dublin city centre, the Dublin By Night Fest will see Dame St, Parliament St, College Green and Capel St celebrate a FREE city-wide event promising the best music, culture, food, fashion, live performances and family-friendly fun around every corner.
Thousands of visitors are expected to once again descend on the city as Dublin By Night Fest celebrates the capital’s world-famous hospitality and cultural scene, showcasing its thriving nightlife, creative communities and late-night attractions. The event is organised in partnership by Dublin Town, Dublin City Council and Fáilte Ireland, and is supported by An Garda Síochána.
The event also marks a significant milestone for Dublin as it is also a celebration of the capital once again retaining its Purple Flag status, internationally awarded to cities providing a safe, welcoming, and vibrant evening and night-time economy.
Event-goers can expect a packed programme featuring live music, DJs, pop-up performances, immersive experiences, street entertainment, interactive installations, food offerings from Dublin’s top restaurants and cafes, and cookery demonstrations by renowned Dublin chefs.
From iconic streets and cultural landmarks to hidden gems and immersive activations, the city will become one giant stage as performers, artists, hospitality businesses and venues come together for a unique celebration of Dublin after dark.
Speaking at the launch of this year’s festival, Lord Mayor of Dublin, Cllr Daryl Barron said, “Dublin By Night Fest is all about celebrating the energy, creativity and atmosphere that make Dublin one of Europe’s great night-time destinations. Whether you’re heading in for music, culture, food, shopping or simply to soak up the atmosphere, there will be something happening around every corner. I’d invite anyone to come into the city and experience this event for themselves.”
Championing local Dublin businesses this November, Clyde Carroll, CEO, DublinTown, said, “Events like Dublin By Night Fest play a vital role in creating a vibrant and welcoming city centre, while supporting the businesses at the heart of the economy. It is more than just a celebration of the city centre’s nightlife, it is proof that Dublin is unrivalled when it comes to entertainment, food, shopping, lifestyle experiences and so much more. This event is about showcasing the very best of our city, creating memorable experiences for residents and visitors alike, and reinforcing the city centre as a dynamic destination for people to live, work, enjoy and experience.”
Welcoming the return of the event, Karl Mitchell, Executive Manager, City Co-ordination Office, Dublin City Council said: “Events like Dublin By Night Fest play an important role in supporting Dublin’s city centre economy and attracting visitors and residents to experience the vibrant culture, outstanding businesses and local talent our city has to offer. Dublin City Council are proud to once again partner on delivering an engaging programme experience for all ages, and we encourage residents, visitors and businesses to come together and celebrate the strong sense of community and culture that exists and thrives in Dublin city.”
Caroline O’Keeffe, Manager Product and Regional Development Dublin, Fáilte Ireland said: “We’re proud to continue supporting Dublin By Night Fest, which is a celebration of how Dublin’s night-time economy and cultural programme continues to evolve. As the opening event in the Winter in Dublin programme, it provides a compelling reason for visitors to come into the city, discover something new and experience Dublin’s vibrant atmosphere throughout the winter months. We are delighted to support an event that benefits local tourism businesses while enhancing Dublin’s appeal as a year-round city break destination”
Dublin By Night Fest promises an electric atmosphere and a compelling reason to head into town for what is expected to be one of the capital’s biggest free nights out of the year.
Full programme details will be announced in the coming weeks.
