👋 Greetings from The Bay Window
From houseplant hacks to drag queen bingo, we've got a glorious mix of indoorsy and outdoorsy options this week. Whether you're hiding from the rain or basking in the occasional bouts of sunshine, this edition is stacked with ideas to keep you fed, entertained and (at least mildly) cultured. Let’s get into it.
Here’s what’s in store this week:
⚫️ Local news, civic updates & awards
⚫️ Theatre, cinema nights & drag bingo
⚫️ Rainy day fun for little locals
⚫️ Art, music & BBQs across the area
Let’s dive in.👇
🌊 World Drowning Prevention Day
The RNLI shared an important reminder for World Drowning Prevention Day — raising awareness with a powerful reel worth a watch.
🏆 Dalkey Castle wins again
A big congrats to Dalkey Castle for nabbing a 2025 Tripadvisor Travelers' Choice Award! The costumed actors and dramatic flair clearly continue to charm.
🔗 See the win
🎉 Drag Me To Bingo
📅 Friday, August 29
Bubbles, bingo, and drag royalty – need we say more?
📍 Dún Laoghaire
🔗 Get tickets
🎬 IMC Wednesday Meal Deal
Every Wednesday, enjoy a movie ticket plus popcorn and drink for €12.50.
📍 IMC Cinemas
🔗 Details
🌿 Houseplant Masterclass
📅 Friday, July 26
Learn how to not kill your plants. Workshop at Airfield Estate for every level of green thumb.
🔗 Book here
🎤 Rebel Rebel – The Ultimate Bowie Tribute
📅 Friday, July 25
📍 The Purty Kitchen
A one-night-only live show of David Bowie’s greatest hits.
🔗 Event Info
🔗 Tickets
🎸 Thin Az Lizzy at Top Deck
📅 Friday, July 25, 7pm
📍 The Lighthouse
Phil Lynott fans, this one’s for you.
🔗 Info
🍷 Dog-Friendly Pubs & Cafés
Your pup deserves a pint too (sort of).
🔗 Check the list
🍔 The Queens in Dalkey Reopens
Lovely beer garden, brand new look. Well worth a visit for a pint (or three)
🔗 Read more
🔥 BBQ Bash at Avoca Kilmacanogue
📅 This Saturday
A summer spread worth driving for.
🔗 Details
☕ Mister Magpie Opens in Killiney Hill Tea Rooms
New local café alert — same great coffee, beautiful new spot.
🔗 Take a look
🧖♀️ Sauna in the Mountains
This one comes highly recommended! A cosy sauna experience in Glencullen with a view. Try the yurt sauna with a dip. You won’t regret it!
🔗 More info
☔ Rainy Day Ideas for Kids
The council’s put together a solid roundup of indoor fun.
🔗 See the list
🐍 Dave’s Jungle Animal Show
📅 July 29 (Dundrum), July 30 (Deansgrange)
Cost: Free | Ages 5+
Booking: [email protected] / [email protected]
🔗 More info
🔗 Deansgrange show
🖋 Manga Comic Workshop
📅 Level 3, dlr LexIcon
Ages 12+ | Booking: [email protected]
🔗 Event page
🎨 Mixed Media with Susie Fortune
📅 Shankill Library | Ages 8–12
Booking: [email protected]
🔗 Workshop details
📖 Glenageary Synge Walk
📅 Saturday, July 26
A free literary stroll through J.M. Synge’s stomping grounds, led by actor Paul O’Hanrahan.
🔗 Event details
🖼 Double Edged Exhibition
Two artists interpret landscape and life in an evocative joint exhibit.
📍 dlr Mill Theatre
🔗 More info
🎭 Shakespeare (Abridged)
Catch all 37 plays in 75 minutes — chaotic, fast, and hilarious.
📍 St. Enda’s Park
🔗 Book now
🎨 Adult Open Art Studio
📅 Friday, July 25, 11am–1pm
📍 dlr Lexicon
No booking needed, just drop in and make something.
🔗 More info
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