http://www.visitdublin.com/event/Curtis_Cup_2016Dun Laoghaire Golf Club - Curtis Cup 2016 Dun Laoghaire Golf Club has been selected to host the 2016 Curtis Cup Match between Great Britain & Ireland (“GB&I”) and the United States of America (“USA”). The Curtis Cup is best known team trophy for women amateur golfers, and is contested in the biennial Curtis Cup Match played in even years. The Match is between teams from Great Britain & Ireland and the United States of America, with the first encounter taking place in 1932, while 2012 saw its 37th staging. Each team consists of 8 of the best amateur golfers in the world, and to play in a Curtis Cup match is the pinnacle of an amateur golfer’s achievements. Many past Curtis Cup team members have gone on to become stars of women’s professional golf. The Curtis Cup trophy, a silver bowl of Paul Revere design, was donated by the renowned American golfing sisters Harriot & Margaret Curtis, to promote international friendships in the world of women’s golf. The Cup is inscribed “To stimulate friendly rivalry among the women golfers of many lands.” Both Curtis sisters were United States Women’s Amateur Champions in the early 1900s, and had competed in the Ladies’ British Amateur Golf Championship in 1905, where an informal match had occurred between teams of American & British golfers. See www.lgu.org for more information.  http://www.visitdublin.com/event/Waterways_Ireland_Docklands_Summer_FestivalDates TBC Location: Grand Canal Dock and Plaza, Dublin The Waterways Ireland Docklands Summer Festival's purpose is to provide people with an opportunity to enjoy an exciting world class urban recreational environment. The refurbished canal dock, originally build in the 1790s, now provides a world-class recreation space right in the centre of Dublin. The mix of on water activities is designed to give everybody an opportunity to participate or sit back and enjoy the show. The newly developed Grand Canal Plaza and surrounding quays provide a uniquely modern and dynamic unban space for all the family to enjoy. The local cafes, bars and restaurants, many of which face onto the water, provide wonderful al fresco facilities. These are complemented by the festival's many on land attractions and activities located on Grand Canal Plaza. On water activates include a wakeboarding competition, charity rubber ducky race, tour of naval vessel, water sport 'Come and Try It' sessions in sailing, kayaking, paddle-boarding, windsurfing and a canal barge gathering. On land activities include food market, corporate golf challenge, street performers, balloon artists, face painters, fun fair attractions, open air art gallery & children's arts centre in the Waterways Ireland Visitor Centre. Good clean fun for all the family! http://www.visitdublin.com/event/Spar_Great_Ireland_RunIt's the big day with the bigger atmosphere, both on and off the course. The Phoenix Park in Dublin will be hosting excited adults and children from near and far for the SPAR Great Ireland Run, now in its twelfth year.       The only event in Ireland recognised by the International Association of Athletics Federations (IAAF), the 10km road race is a highlight in Dublin’s sporting calendar. Last year saw Ireland's most successful female athlete as the honorary starter for the Junior Run, Sonia O’Sullivan standing alongside Catherine McKiernan, the Irish marathon record holder, to fire off the 9-15 year old category. It will be the second time the 3-8 year old Mini 1.6k will take place in Ireland, and the pace is always fast from the off. We cannot wait to see what 2014 has in store! More Details to be announced http://www.visitdublin.com/event/All_Ireland_Club_Championship_FinalTaking place on St. Patrick's Day each year in the GAA's national stadium Croke Park, both Gaelic football & Hurling games are played on the day where the club, the cornerstone and bedrock of the GAA take centre stage.   http://www.visitdublin.com/event/ireland_v_serbia_2014The Republic of Ireland will play Serbia in the Aviva Stadium on Wednesday, 5 March, 2014. Serbia were the opposition for Giovanni Trapattoni’s first home game in charge of the Republic of Ireland in May 2008. That game finished in a 1-1 draw thanks to a late Andy Keogh strike. The Serbs are currently ranked 32nd in the world. http://www.visitdublin.com/event/Irish_Open_BadmintonBadminton is a sport for all ages.  It is relatively cheap by comparison to other sports and with the Irish weather, as it is played indoors, it is never cancelled. The hall has 8 courts and can be accessed easily from all parts of Dublin   This event has many of the top Irish players playing along with players from 10 other Continental countries. Irish Olympians Scott Evans and Chloe Magee will be playing! Venue: Baldoyle Badminton Centre Grange Road Dublin 13   http://www.visitdublin.com/event/Dublin_Marathon Dublin Marathon 2013, one of the great European city marathons, takes place in Dublin City on the October Bank Holiday. This will be the 34th year of this great event which is run through the capital's historic Georgian streets and its magnificent Phoenix Park. Thousands of boisterous spectators will line the route and in fact, such is the buzz from the crowd, that overseas participants in the Dublin Marathon have dubbed it the 'friendly marathon'.   Dublin is only an hour by air from most UK and European cities, and a large number of the expected entry of 14,500 will be made up of overseas runners, many of whom will be returning to sample Irish hospitality once more. So why not come and experience the occasion for yourself? A warm and friendly welcome is guaranteed. But be warned, once you have tried it, you'll want to come back again!   Enter online or by contacting us. Entries must be received by 5.00pm on October 1st. There will be no late entries at registration or on race day. Once entry is confirmed by e-mail we cannot refund or exchange numbers. http://www.visitdublin.com/event/Rep_of_Ireland_v_Kazakhstan_FIFA_World_Cup_QualifierIreland play Kazakhstan in a FIFA World Cup Qualifier on the October 15 2013. More details TBC.http://www.visitdublin.com/event/TG4_Ladies_Football_FinalThe GAA's finest female players line out for the All-Ireland Football Final in Croke Park.  http://www.visitdublin.com/event/GAA_All_Ireland_Football_Final The All-Ireland Gaelic Football Final, from Croke Park in Dublin, is the climax of Ireland’s most popular sporting season. On match day the fantastic stadium is full to the rafters creating an atmosphere perhaps unparalleled to any other sporting occasion across Europe! Can 2012 champs Donegal retain the national crown or is there a new challenger on the block! Further Info & tickets  www.crokepark.ie / www.crokeparktickets.ie http://www.visitdublin.com/event/Dublin_Marathon_Race_Series_Dublin_Half_MarathonRace 4 in the Dublin Marathon Race Series is the Dublin Half-Marathon which will take place on Saturday 21st September in the Phoenix Park. Closing Dates for Entry to this race is Friday 6th September   http://www.visitdublin.com/event/Camogie_All_Ireland_FinalsThe GAA's finest female players line out for the All-Ireland Camoige Final in Croke Park.   http://www.visitdublin.com/event/GAA_Hurling_All_Ireland_Championship_FinalsOne of the biggest days in the Irish sporting calendar. Staged in Croke Park, two counties will battle it out for the Liam McCarthy Cup.    http://www.visitdublin.com/event/Rep_of_Ireland_v_Sweden_FIFA_World_Cup_QualifierIreland play Sweden in  FIFA World Cup Qualifier on the 12th of October 2012. More details TBChttp://www.visitdublin.com/event/RSA_Challenge_Ireland_V_EnglandVenue: Malahide Cricket Club Ireland Cricketers launch Fortress Malahide ahead of RSA Challenge versus England at Dublin's Malahide Castle on Tuesday 3 September 2013. Phil Simmons is confident Ireland's cricketers can record another famous victory over their closest neighbours when they do battle with England. Speaking at the ticket launch for next year's RSA Challenge held at Malahide Castle, the 49 year old spoke of the progress Irish cricket has made since he took charge in 2007 and his excitement with the launch of the new international venue in Malahide. "There's a new belief in Irish cricket and that comes from the confidence the players have from beating teams like England. There's no doubt in my mind that the result in Bangalore brought home to the squad that they belong at the elite level. John Mooney, who struck the winning runs when Ireland beat England in that epic World Cup battle said: "It's going to be a great occasion to play England again and it'll be a superb boost to the team to have a capacity crowd behind us. There's always an extra edge and a great atmosphere when Ireland play England at any sport and it brings out the best in us all. It's extra special for me in the fact that the game is in Fingal and I'm hoping the new venue at Malahide turns into a real fortress for Irish cricket." The RSA Challenge will be the biggest cricket match ever to be held in Ireland, with the new Malahide all-seater venue being able to host a higher capacity than has ever been seen on the island of Ireland for an international cricket match Ticket Information: Tickets are priced €40 for Adults, €32 for OAP's, €12 for U16, €99 for Family Ticket (2 x Adults 2 x Children U16). Tickets are on sale from www.ticketmaster.ie and all usual ticketmasteroutlets nationwide.   http://www.visitdublin.com/event/GAA_Football_All_Ireland_Championship_Semi_Final_1st_SeptemberThe GAA Championships commence in May with the Provincial Football Championship's in Leinster, Ulster, Connacht and Munster and Provincial Hurling Championship's in Leinster, Ulster and Munster.  The All-Ireland Series starts in June with the Qualifers, followed by the Quarter and Semi Finals, culminating in the All Ireland Football and Hurling Finals in September.  Games take place throughout Ireland over the summer months.  Visit www.gaa.ie for fixture and ticketing information.   http://www.visitdublin.com/event/GAA_Football_All_Ireland_Senior_Championship_2013_Semi_FinalThe GAA Championships commence in May with the Provincial Football Championship's in Leinster, Ulster, Connacht and Munster and Provincial Hurling Championship's in Leinster, Ulster and Munster. The All-Ireland Series starts in June with the Qualifers, followed by the Quarter and Semi Finals, culminating in the All Ireland Football and Hurling Finals in September. Games take place throughout Ireland over the summer months. Visit www.gaa.ie for fixture and ticketing information http://www.visitdublin.com/event/The_Liffey_Swim_2013Location: Loop Line Bridge (Railway Bridge) Once again swimmers are challenged with the competition and excitement of swimming throughout the heart of one of Europe's greatest cities. Over 250 men and 100 women will swim in the historic Liffey Race. Spectators are encouraged to support the competitors from the banks of the river, with the Liffey Boardwalk providing a great viewing point This eagerly awaited Dublin City Council sponsered event sees swimmers of all abilities and a variety of ages compete. The course begins at the Watling Street Bridge near the Guinness Brewery and finishes at Custom House Quay. Unfortunately construction on the LUAS Bridge from Hawkins Street to Malborough Street is not completed. It is difficult to determine how much progress will be made by the summer. At this stage the Open Sea Committee are planning to use the same course that we used last year, from the Loop Line Bridge (Railway Bridge) to the East Link Bridge. For More Information: www.leinsteropensea.ie http://www.visitdublin.com/event/Race_3_Frank_Duffy_10_MileRace 3 in the Dublin Marathon Race Series is the Frank Duffy 10 Mile, it will take place on the Saturday 24th August in Phoenix Park Closing Date for Entry for the Frank Duffy 10 Mile Race is Friday 9th August.   http://www.visitdublin.com/event/Dublin_Marathon_Race_Series_Frank_Duffy_10mileRace 3 in the Dublin Marathon Race Series is the Frank Duffy 10 Mile, it takes place on Saturday 24th August in Phoenix Park, Entry fee is €25.00. Closing Date for Entry to participate in the Frank Duffy10 Mile is Friday 9th August.   http://www.visitdublin.com/event/Coca_Cola_Irish_Cup_2013Location: AUL Complex, Clonshaugh, Dublin 17 The Coca-Cola Irish Cup 2013 is an international youth festival of football featuring UK Premier League, Spanish La Liga, Italian Seria A academies as well as host of schoolboy sides from Ireland, Northern Ireland, UK and Europe. The tournament is recognized as one of the best competitions in Ireland. Participating teams and players are tested and observed by international scouts, as they compete against the best European clubs and players, in the best facilities Ireland has to offer. The AUL complex home of the Irish international youth teams has 13 state of the art grass pitches in one location. The venue is less than 5 minutes from Dublin international airport and 5 minutes from all tournament hotels. Why not extend your stay and visit some of Ireland's historical sites including the Cliffs of Moher, The Ring of Kerry, The Giant's Causeway or even kiss the magical Blarney Stone? This is an event not to be missed.  Book your place early to avoid disappointment. http://www.visitdublin.com/event/GAA_Hurling_All_Ireland_Championship_Semi_FinalThe GAA Championships commence in May with the Provincial Football Championship's in Leinster, Ulster, Connacht and Munster and Provincial Hurling Championship's in Leinster, Ulster and Munster.  The All-Ireland Series starts in June with the Qualifers, followed by the Quarter and Semi Finals, culminating in the All Ireland Football and Hurling Finals in September. Games take place throughout Ireland over the summer months.  Visit www.gaa.ie for fixture and ticketing information.     http://www.visitdublin.com/event/GAA_Hurling_All_Ireland_Championship_Semi_Final_11th_AugustThe GAA Championships commence in May with the Provincial Football Championship's in Leinster, Ulster, Connacht and Munster and Provincial Hurling Championship's in Leinster, Ulster and Munster.  The All-Ireland Series starts in June with the Qualifers, followed by the Quarter and Semi Finals, culminating in the All Ireland Football and Hurling Finals in September.  Games take place throughout Ireland over the summer months.  Visit www.gaa.ie for fixture and ticketing information.    http://www.visitdublin.com/event/Dublin_Horse_Show There's something for everyone at the Discover Ireland Dublin Horse Show. With live music and entertainment, art, fashion, shopping, food and the best in national and international equestrian competitions, you won't want to miss it.  The Dublin horse is one of Ireland's biggest annual sporting and social events and the 2013 event will feature the Land Rover Puissance featuring the famous 'Wall'; the Longines International Grand Prix; the popular FEI Nations Cup for award of the Agan Khan Challenge Trophy; over 100 national showing and show jumping classes; and the Blossom Hill Ladies Day on 8th August.   As a family-friendly event in the middle of Dublin's city centre, the show provides an assortment of children entertainment. The popular Kids' Zone, situated to the rear of the Grand Stand, will keep kids busy with pony rides, fun inflatables, face painting, Billy Bubbles, Johnny D'Juggler, pony rides and magicians!   Equestrian lovers are truly in for a treat and the show remains a true and challenging test for the 1,500 horses that turn out to contest the competitions and classes at a variety of levels and across the different disciplines. http://www.visitdublin.com/event/Rock_and_Roll_Dublin_Half_MarathonExperience the capital city of Ireland with the inaugural Rock ‘n’ Roll™ Dublin Half Marathon on Monday, 5 August, 2013! This unforgettable course will feature a scenic tour of the city centre, passing many famous landmarks and showcasing the city’s natural Celtic charm. You’ll fall in love with Dublin as you discover a cosmopolitan city rich in history — from the old cobblestone streets and well known pubs of Temple Bar to the new eateries that adorn the alleyways and the lush gardens at St. Stephens Green. Don’t miss this 13.1 mile street party!! Runners Will Experience: •Live Music Every Mile •A Scenic City Centre Course •Free Finish Line Concert •Rock-Solid Operations •A Fantastic Finisher’s Medal Registering is easy! You may register for the Rock ‘n’ Roll Dublin Half Marathon in two ways: •Register Online •Request an entry form by mail. Please contact us and we will be happy to mail a form to you. All registrations submitted by paper entry form will be charged a €5.00 Green Fee for processing. We do not accept phone entries. Please enter only once. If you register online, do not mail a hard copy. Do not send multiple online entries. All course information will be announced in 2013. Please check back at that time. http://www.visitdublin.com/event/GAA_Football_All_Ireland_Senior_Championship_Quarter_Finals_4th_AugustThe GAA Championships commence in May with the Provincial Football Championship's in Leinster, Ulster, Connacht and Munster and Provincial Hurling Championship's in Leinster, Ulster and Munster.  The All-Ireland Series starts in June with the Qualifers, followed by the Quarter and Semi Finals, culminating in the All Ireland Football and Hurling Finals in September.  Games take place throughout Ireland over the summer months.  Visit www.gaa.ie for fixture and ticketing information. http://www.visitdublin.com/event/GAA_Football_All_Ireland_Senior_Championship_Quarter_FinalsThe GAA Championships commence in May with the Provincial Football Championship's in Leinster, Ulster, Connacht and Munster and Provincial Hurling Championship's in Leinster, Ulster and Munster.  The All-Ireland Series starts in June with the Qualifers, followed by the Quarter and Semi Finals, culminating in the All Ireland Football and Hurling Finals in September.  Games take place throughout Ireland over the summer months.  Visit www.gaa.ie for fixture and ticketing information.    http://www.visitdublin.com/event/Dublin_Marathon_Race_Series_Fingal_10kmRace 2 in the Dublin Marathon Race Series is the  Fingal 10KM  which will take place on Sunday 21st July in Swords Closing date for Entry into the Fingal 10km race is Friday 6th July.   http://www.visitdublin.com/event/GAA_Leinster_GAA_Football_FinalsThis game sees the two finalists of the provincial competition containing 12 teams, who have qualified through a straight knock-out system, do battle to claim the honour of being crowned Leinster Football Champions. http://www.visitdublin.com/event/Volvo_Dun_Laoghaire_RegattaThe Volvo Dun Laoghaire Regatta is not just about the sailing, it is also about giving people the opportunity to embrace the lifestyle that is synonymous with sailing and for 2013 all Irish sailors currently living abroad are invited to return home to participate in this very special event. The Organisers and Waterfront Yacht Clubs will be putting together an on shore program combining the excitement of world class sailing, good food, wine, vibrant people, engaging lifestyle entertainment and spectacular views of Dublin Bay. With 3,000 sailors and over 450 boats spread across 25 classes, the four-day regatta held on Dublin Bay is the largest participant sporting event in Ireland (with the exception of the mini marathons) yet has the welcoming, friendly atmosphere of a smaller event. A magnificent spectacle of colour and fun for all the family. Racing open to cruisers, one designs and dinghies. For more details and to enter check out the website. http://www.visitdublin.com/event/Leinster_GAA_Hurling_Senior_Championship_2013_FinalAn integral part of the GAA Hurling All-Ireland Championship with the winners of the Leinster final advancing directly to the semi finals of the All-Ireland series. http://www.visitdublin.com/event/Leinster_GAA_Football_Semi_FinalsThe GAA Championships commence in May with the Provincial Football Championship's in Leinster, Ulster, Connacht and Munster and Provincial Hurling Championship's in Leinster, Ulster and Munster.  The All-Ireland Series starts in June with the Qualifers, followed by the Quarter and Semi Finals, culminating in the All Ireland Football and Hurling Finals in September.  Games take place throughout Ireland over the summer months. Visit www.gaa.ie for fixture and ticketing information. http://www.visitdublin.com/event/Dublin_Marathon_Race_Series_Irish_Runner_5_mileDublin Marathon 2013, one of the great European city marathons, takes place in Dublin City on the October Bank Holiday. Dublin Marathon series is a great way for anyone wanting to compete in the main Dublin Marathon to train. The first race in the Dublin Marathon series Race 1 - Irish Runner 5 mile will take place in the Phoenix Park in June. Closing Date for Entry to participate in this race is Friday 14th June.     http://www.visitdublin.com/event/European_Athletics_Team_Championships Venue: Morton Stadium, Santry, Dublin 9 Europe's premier International team athletics competition involving 12 of the top nations in the continent. This will be the highest quality athletics competition ever to take place in Ireland. The competition which is for men and women and will encompass the full programme of Track & Field disciplines. Teams participating are Belgium, Bulgaria, Czech Republic, Estonia, Finland, Hungary, Ireland, Netherlands, Portugal, Romania, Sweden and Switzerland. All of Ireland's top athletes as well as many Olympic champions will be competing. http://www.visitdublin.com/event/Route_des_PrincesJune will see the launch of the very first Route des Princes, a race that will take its competitors on a tour through the heartlands of Europe. Specially reserved for multihulls of at least 50 feet, with no size limit, this new race is based around an all-new concept and gives top crews the chance to battle it out over a course that stretches between France, Spain, Portugal, the United Kingdom and Ireland. It promises to be an exciting and demanding route, winding between sea and land and forging new dialogues between sailors and landlubbers. When the race hits Dun Laoghaire on June 22 & 23 it will be welcomed by festival full of entertainment, music and food for all ages. http://www.visitdublin.com/event/Dublin_5K_Pride_RunAcres Road, Phoenix Park, Dublin 8 The second Dublin Pride 5K Run will take place in the Phoenix Park. Hosted by the Dublin Frontrunners (DFR) Athletics Club, everyone is invited to run, walk or jog the route. It's a chance for people to celebrate 'Our City, Our Park, Our Pride' in the historic Phoenix Park which is over 350 years old. Just after the longest day of the year, this is a short distance fun run in lovely surroundings on a summer evening. It's a great opportunity for everyone to come down to the Phoenix Park and get some exercise. There will be a party afterwards in the Phoenix Park polo club for all participants. 5K is a perfect distance for anyone trying to get into a running routine for summer and the event will be good fun for all the family. We're delighted to support Headstrong National Centre for Youth Mental Health and all profits will go to this very worthwhile charity. The Dublin Pride 5K Run also coincides with the Dublin LGBTQ Pride Festival 2013 which is scheduled to kick off on 21st June. Registration Fee €20.00 http://www.visitdublin.com/event/IGLFA_European_Football_Championship_2013Dublin will be the host for the 2013 Championships which will see will see 32 teams from all over Europe compete, with 3 Men's and a Women's Division. Up to 1,000 players, coaches, partners, friends and families will travel to Dublin for the competition. Dublin Devils FC are extremely proud and honoured to bring the tournament to Dublin and are already looking forward to hosting all the teams here next June. Dublin Devils FC is Ireland's only gay football club. The Devils primarily are a football team and it is for that purpose that most people initially come along. However, the social side to the Devils is just as active. There are permanent fixtures at such events as the Dublin Pride Parade and Pride Sports Day, and our annual Oscar Wilde Cup Challenge against the Emerald Warriors RFC takes place in August each year, along with overseas trips to play challenge matches. The Tournament will be held at DCU Sports Grounds from June 13-16th 2013.   View promo video here.http://www.visitdublin.com/event/Rep_of_Ireland_v_Faroe_Islands_FIFA_World_Cup_Qualifier Ireland play the Faroe Islands in a FIFA World Cup Qualifier June 7th 2013 More details TBC.  http://www.visitdublin.com/event/Flora_Womens_Mini_Marathon The Flora Women's Mini Marathon is the biggest all women's event of its kind in the world. It has grown steadily in numbers since it began in 1983 with its popularity increasing significantly over the last few years. The event has no equals in its appeal. Women of all ages representing every county and every walk of life take part in this great Festival of Women. No pressure is put on anyone - all the participants have to do is get fit enough to walk, jog or run the 10k. It is up to each individual to set her own target. Every finisher is a winner - and receives a commemorative medal and ribbon to mark the achievement   For more information visit: www.florawomensminimarathon.ie http://www.visitdublin.com/event/Leinster_GAA_Football_Quarter_Finals_Kildare_v_Offaly_Dublin_versus_Westmeath_CarlowThe GAA Championships commence in May with the Provincial Football Championship's in Leinster, Ulster, Connacht and Munster and Provincial Hurling Championship's in Leinster, Ulster and Munster.  The All-Ireland Series starts in June with the Qualifers, followed by the Quarter and Semi Finals, culminating in the All Ireland Football and Hurling Finals in September.  Games take place throughout Ireland over the summer months.  Visit www.gaa.ie for fixture and ticketing information. http://www.visitdublin.com/event/The_Annual_Regatta_Dublin_Bay_Old_Gaffers_AssociationDublin Bay Old Gaffers Association (DBOGA), dedicated to conserving and preserving traditional gaff-rigged sail boats and the skills in building, maintaining and sailing them, as part of the OGA 50 Years Celebrations announces its not to be missed annual Traditional Sailing Boat Rally to be held at Poolbeg Boat and Yacht Club & Marina in Dublin Port over the week-end of 31 May to 2nd June 2013 The atmosphere around the Dublin docks area promises to be magical, and with four days of festival events to enjoy there will be something to entertain everyone. On the Sunday in what promises to be a spectacular and highly colourful event the Howth 17s will race on the Liffey and the entire fleet -probably the largest ever of Gaff-rigged vessels assembled on the east coast- will hold a Parade of Sail upriver on the Liffey and past the imposing landmark of the new Samuel Beckett Bridge which will be swung open for the occasion. The Rally will be brought to its finale with a good old-fashioned Irish ‘Hooley’ in the Clubhouse with superb music. The signature event will take place on Monday 3rd June consisting of a race in Dublin Bay to contest the Asgard perpetual trophy, followed by a BBQ and lots of music and fun - whats known in the vernacular as ‘Ceol agus ‘Craic’ at the Poolbeg Clubhouse. (The trophy is a handcrafted sculpture made from a mixture of new and some original timber from the Yacht Asgard owned by Erskine Childers skipper of Asgard and who will be perennially linked to the July 1914 Howth Gun Running when Childers and his crew (including his intrepid wife Molly) performed superhuman feats of seamanship sailing through one of the worst storms recorded and in atrociously cramped conditions).