With temperatures continuing to drop and winter weather beginning to feel like a year-round fixture, now is the perfect time to make some colourful plans to warm up your weekend. Thankfully, Dublin has plenty on offer.
On Saturday, 21 February, for Dance Day, Dublin City Council will host a day-long festival at Richmond Barracks for those curious about learning to dance. Curated by Artists in Residence Philippa Donnellan and Mia DiChiaro, Dance Day will offer free taster workshops of different styles of dance, dance film screenings and more. No previous dance experience is necessary, and everyone is welcome. Attendance must be booked in advance.
Blanchardstown Video Game Fair
St Peregrine’s GAA Club in Dublin 15 is set to host the ultimate gaming experience at the Blanchardstown Video Game Fair on Saturday, 21 February, from 11am to 4pm. Presented by Replay Games & Rewind Retro Gaming, the fair is a must-attend event for gamers, collectors, and anyone who loves the world of gaming — from the 8-bit era right up to the latest consoles. Tickets cost €6.34 on Eventbrite.
WeSpark is hosting a cosy afternoon of crafting from 3pm – 5pm on Sunday, 22 February at Brindle Coffee & Wine in Portobello, Dublin 8. Create your own handmade cards using watercolour, thread and collage via a beginner-friendly session in a welcoming space. Alongside crafting, it’s also a chance to meet others, chat and share a creative moment. All materials are provided, just come as you are. To support the venue, participants are asked to buy a drink or snack, with a minimum spend of €5.
Celebrate the Year of the Horse at Hen’s Teeth with Sightlines, a contemporary evening of short films from across Southeast Asia, curated by Han Nguyen and Dini Adanurani. After the screening, the night moves to the dance floor with dynamic DJ sets that celebrate the energy, diversity, and influence of Asian sounds—bringing the Lunar New Year festivities into a vibrant, social setting. Tickets €17.07 on Eventbrite.
Dublin International Film Festival 2026
Running from 19 February – 1 March 2026, the Dublin International Film Festival will take place at the Light House Cinema, with a mix of screenings, world premieres, red carpet events, and Q&As with industry professionals. Browse the full programme of events here.
Scene and Heard: The Festival of New Work
Running until 28 February at Dublin’s Smock Alley Theatre, the Scene and Heard Festival of New Work sees creatives from across the country perform their work-in-progress shows. Theatre, dance, comedy, spoken word, rehearsed readings, drag, poetry, puppetry, visual art and more will be on offer. You can see the full programme of events here.