Travel
Travel Ireland This August Bank Holiday: Best OPW Heritage Events, Castles and Gardens to Visit
Travel Ireland this August Bank Holiday with OPW events at castles, gardens, islands and historic sites across Cork,…
August Bank Holiday
Breaking News
Breaking News: Gardaí detect driver at 126km/h in Offaly as bank holiday road deaths rise
Gardaí detected a driver at 126km/h in Offaly during the bank holiday crackdown as road deaths and speeding…
Breaking News
Breaking News Ireland: August Bank Holiday Poll Signals Cost-of-Living and Housing Still Dominate Voter Concerns
An August bank holiday poll suggests Irish voters remain focused on cost of living, housing and public services.
Dublin Digest
Dublin Digest: Water Supply Works: August Bank Holiday Repairs to Major Dublin Pipeline
Essential pipeline repairs over the August Bank Holiday may cause low pressure and short-term water outages in parts…
Breaking News
Breaking News: Ireland bank holiday weather to start sunny before rain and cloud spread
Ireland’s bank holiday weekend starts sunny before cloud, drizzle and patchy rain spread from Sunday, with warm temperatures…
Top 10 Attractions
Discover the Best August Bank Holiday Day Trips and Attractions in Ireland
Explore vibrant festivals, family-friendly events, and scenic destinations to make the most of the August Bank Holiday in…
Top 10 Attractions
Explore Wexford: The Best Beaches, Castles, and Family Attractions This August Bank Holiday
With the August bank holiday approaching, Wexford offers a vibrant mix of beautiful beaches, historic castles, and family-friendly…
Events
Gorey Market House Festival 2026: Dates, Live Music, Street Events, and Family Activities
The Gorey Market House Festival 2026 promises an exciting lineup of events, live music, and family-friendly activities for…
Govt Press Release
Water Safety Vigilance: Water Safety Ireland, Irish Coast Guard, and RNLI Ireland issue August Bank Holiday warning
gov.ie has issued an August Bank Holiday water safety warning, urging beachgoers to avoid inflatables and respect tides…
News
August Bank Holiday Social Welfare Payment Dates 2026: When Monday Payments Will Be Paid
Monday social welfare payments due on 3 August 2026 will be available early on Friday, 31 July for…
Breaking News
Breaking News: Gardaí Welcome Decathlon E-Scooter Sales Halt as Irish Road Deaths Reach 109
Gardaí welcome Decathlon’s move to halt e-scooter sales as Irish road deaths climb to 109 and new rules…
Breaking News
Breaking News: Dublin Airport Set for More Than 527,000 Passengers Over August Bank Holiday Weekend
Dublin Airport expects more than 527,000 passengers over the August bank holiday, with Sunday set to be the…
Govt Press Release
August Bank Holiday Events: OPW announces exciting nationwide heritage experiences
OPW has announced August Bank Holiday Events nationwide, with heritage tours, family trails, markets and exhibitions across Ireland.
Breaking News
Breaking News: Shannon Airport Expects More Than 65,000 Passengers Over August Bank Holiday
Shannon Airport expects over 65,000 passengers during the August Bank Holiday, with traffic up 7 per cent on…
Events
Dublin Zoo unveils giant anteaters and an armadillo ahead of August bank holiday family events
Dublin Zoo has welcomed giant anteaters and an armadillo, with a bank holiday kids’ competition adding extra family…
Top 10 Attractions
Discover Ireland’s Top Swimming Spots for the August Bank Holiday Weekend
Explore the best swimming spots in Ireland this August Bank Holiday Weekend. From scenic beaches to hidden lakes,…