What’s On in Dublin: September 2026 | A Guide for International Students

There’s a lot to look forward to this month!

September marks the beginning of autumn, soon to paint Dublin’s streets and parks with shades of red, gold, and rust. But as summer draws to a close, there are plenty of things to be excited about now.

Explore Dublin’s culture and history through Culture Night events across the city, watch new and experimental works at the Fringe Festival, or enjoy a walk around Phoenix Park’s Biodiversity Festival before the weather turns chilly.

Here’s our pick of the best things to do in Dublin in September 🎭🌳

🇮🇪 CULTURAL SPOTLIGHT: Culture Night

Every year, Ireland comes together for Culture Night, a national celebration of Irish heritage, culture, and arts. This year, Culture Night takes place on September 18th.

With venues across Dublin opening late for workshops and events, it’s the perfect time to dive into Ireland’s rich artistic and cultural heritage. And the best part? It’s free.

Major museums and landmarks are taking part, including Dublinia, the EPIC museum, the Irish Whiskey Museum, GPO Museum, The Custom House, Sweny’s Pharmacy, the National Museum, Collins Barracks, St Stephen’s Green, Saint Patrick’s Cathedral, National Gallery, and the Little Museum of Dublin.

Here are some of the standouts this year:

• Learn how to dance with aerial silks.
• Climb a medieval cathedral tower and ring the bells.
• Pick up a mystery book in a bag at the Goethe-Institut.
• Experience an atmospheric Evensong and choral performance at St Patrick’s Cathedral.
• Learn about Ireland’s most iconic writer at the James Joyce Centre, with storytelling, poetry, and music.

🏛️ WHAT’S ON

• Dublin Fringe Festival, Sept 5th to 20th – Dublin Fringe takes over the city this month with theatre, comedy, dance, visual art, and more.
• Phoenix Park Biodiversity Festival & Honey Show, Sept 5th – Discover Dublin’s wild side with a day of nature activities, tours, and workshops in one of Europe’s largest city parks.
• Dún Laoghaire Folk Festival at the Pavillion Theatre, Sept 9th to 13th – Chill out in the seaside town of Dún Laoghaire with a legendary lineup of traditional and contemporary folk musicians.
• Dublin Independent Fashion Week, Sept 10th to 16th – Keep an eye out for public events popping up around the city and check out Dublin’s fashion scene.
• Dublin Comedy Festival, Sept 11th to 27th – Need a laugh? More than 20 comedians are coming to venues across the capital for the Dublin Comedy Fest.
• Culture Night Dublin, Sept 18th – A national celebration of Irish culture, creativity, and the arts. Explore Dublin after dark as cultural venues open their doors for a night of free events and activities.
• Dublin Theatre Festival, Sept 24th to Oct 11th – Theatre fanatics should look out for Dublin’s huge theatre festival this month, with performances from both new and established artists.
• Dublin Festival of History, Sept 26th to Oct 11th – Travel back in time through talks, tours, and exhibitions around the city.
• Improv Fest Dublin at Teachers Club, Sept 30th to Oct 3rd– Expect some quick thinking and plenty of laughs at this festival celebrating improv comedy. Plus, learn the art of improv yourself at one of many workshops.
• The BIG Type Festival at the National Print Museum, Sept 4th to 6th – Discover the art and history of typography with exhibitions, workshops, and events led by expert artists, designers, writers, and printmakers.

🎤 CONCERTS & SHOWS

• Sigur Rós at Bord Gáis Energy Theatre – Sept 6th and 7th 
• Up Close with Oprah Winfrey at 3Arena – Sept 14th
• Hilary Duff at 3Arena – Sept 6th

🎭 DUBLIN THEATRE

• To Hell in a Handbag at the Pavilion Theatre, Sept 8th – A hilarious take on Oscar Wilde’s The Importance of Being Earnest, packed with outrageous characters and chaos.
• Animals at the Abbey Theatre, Sept 23rd to Nov 7th – A globetrotting, absurdist spectacle inspired by the short stories of acclaimed Irish writer Blindboyboatclub. Expect the unexpected.
• Meredith at the Gate Theatre, Sept 25th to Nov 1st – Experience this brand-new production exploring the complexities of family and modern life.

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