From show gardens and works of art to jazz and traditional music festivals, June is set to be an amazing month of entertainment in Ireland
29 May – 2 June Bord Bia Bloom, Dublin
A staple in many garden lovers calendar, Bord Bia Bloom returns to the Phoenix Park, Dublin over the June Bank Holiday weekend with glorious gardens, fabulous food, and more than 300 live performances taking place over five days. Check out the amazing show gardens, watch your favourite chefs in action on the Kitchen Stage, and soak up the sounds of the summer at the RTÉ outdoor broadcast area. An event not to be missed! See bordbiabloom.com for more details.
30 May – 2 June: Doonbeg International Jazz Festival, West Clare
If you’re a fan of jazz, the 26th anniversary of Doonbeg Jazz is set to be a fantastic weekend. Bursting with fun and atmosphere, it will feature bands from Europe, Ireland and the UK performing in a jam-packed programme of free performances throughout the weekend. There will be both daytime and evening events with something to suit all tastes and ages. Click here for details.
Throughout June and July: A Colourful Life, Co Kerry
Doireann Healy of Begley and Bowie is hosting a series of conversations with some of Ireland’s leading businesswomen about art, fashion, wellness, interiors, design and more. The events will be held weekly on Saturdays and Sundays over June and July all from 2-4 pm in the stunning surrounds of The Park, Kenmare. Expect delicious drinks and nibbles, inspiring chat as well as prizes and gifts on the day. Click here for tickets.
1-29 June: Art & Soul, Co Cork
Set in the beautiful surrounds of Cork’s five-star Castlemartyr resort, Ireland’s biggest art and sculpture event, featuring over 350 works, will return this month with another visual extravaganza. Art and Soul, featuring works by Andy Warhol, Damien Hirst, Banksy, Julian Opie, and Salvador Dali, will be hosted by Gormleys throughout the month, showcasing the biggest names in international and Irish art. The free event will feature a major outdoor exhibition of 90 large sculptures and installations set throughout the 220-acre grounds of the 18th-century manor estate. Click here for more details.
5-9 June: BabyLovesMusic at The Ark, Temple Bar, Dublin
This June, The Ark is delighted to present BabyLovesMusic an informal concert for babies aged 0-12 months. An eclectic musical journey with a distinctly Irish feel, BabyLovesMusic features a whole host of instruments including baroque guitar, cello, accordion, fiddle, uilleann pipes, treble recorder and lots more. The duration is 30 mins + playtime afterwards! Tickets are on sale now from ark.ie.
7-8 June: When Next We Meet Festival, Co Tipperary
If you haven’t heard of this festival yet, listen up! An exciting event in the Irish music calendar, When Next We Meet, is back for 2025, arguably its most electrifying line-up yet. Set in the stunning valley of Sliabh na mBan on the grounds of Raheen House, the festival will take place from 7-8 June June with headliners Pillow Queens, Villagers, and Morgana leading the charge. See whennextwemeet.ie for more.
7-8 June: Cork Carnival of Science
Cork’s much-loved outdoor science celebration is back this June and will once again transform Fitzgerald Park into Ireland’s largest outdoor STEM experience. Supported by Cork City Council and Research Ireland, this free family event promises two action-packed days of fun, fascination and scientific wonder. Click here for more details.
8 June: Bloom and Flourish Retreat, Wicklow
If you want a relaxing but fulfilling day that feeds your artistic soul, look no further than this beautiful event by artist, designer and Irish Made Award winner Caroline Duffy and floral designer Heather Condren from Flowerpop. Bloom & Flourish Day Retreat is a transformative getaway that blends art, floral design with mindful well-being practices. Nestled in the serene setting of The Wicklow Escape, this immersive day retreat is designed to awaken your creativity, nourish your soul, and help you reconnect with nature. Click here for tickets.
11 June: dlr Age Well Expo, Dun Laoghaire, Dublin
As we age, our goal is to live better for longer. With that in mind, Dún Laoghaire-Rathdown County Council presents the dlr Age Well Expo from 10am to 4pm on Wednesday 11 June 2025. The event will take place at the Talbot Hotel, Stillorgan, Dublin to showcase services and products available to older people in Dún Laoghaire-Rathdown. There are two sessions – morning and afternoon – and you can register here.
12-15 June: Dalkey Book Festival, Dublin
One for book lovers! This brilliant festival returns to the charming Dublin coastal town for the fifteenth year, hosting a diverse lineup of leading literary figures and thought-leaders from across the globe. With more than one hundred speakers across eighty four events taking place over the four days in eleven locations around the town, it’s set to be an unforgettable experience. Click here for tickets.
13 June: Beyond the Pale, Dublin to Wicklow
If you’re a fan of hiking and great music, this is a great one for you. To mark the appointment of the Simon Community as the official charity partner of Beyond the Pale, music lovers and outdoor enthusiasts are invited to embark on a breathtaking 18km journey through the Wicklow Way on 13 June. The epic hike leads directly to one of Ireland’s most celebrated boutique festivals, Beyond the Pale. This exclusive guided hike, Beyond the Trail, offers participants an unforgettable experience, blending a scenic adventure and make a real difference for those experiencing homelessness. Click here for details.
13-22 June: Cork Midsummer Festival
Corkonians are spoiled for choice this month as the city once again becomes the stage for a vibrant programme of events and performances! Featuring many artists from or living in Cork alongside a host of international artists from across the world, it promises to be an unmissable ten days of entertainment. Click here for more details.
From 14 June: Cork Rocks for Rory
To commemorate the 30th anniversary of Rory’s untimely passing on 14 June 2025, the Rory Gallagher estate, in collaboration with Cork City Council and Cork City Libraries, is putting on a massive citywide tribute to the guitar legend, ‘Cork Rocks for Rory’. Simultaneous photographic and original memorabilia exhibitions at Cork City Hall, Central Library and Public Museum will coincide with a city-wide walking trail commemorating the life and legacy of the blues and rock icon. Click here for more details and updates.
20-22 June: Tunefest, Dungarvan, Co Waterford
Prepare for a weekend of world-class trad music, lively sessions and a cultural celebration as Tunefest returns to Dungarvan this month! Over the course of the weekend, the town will come alive with concerts, open-air performances, pub sessions, and workshops, offering something for everyone – from seasoned players to those simply drawn to the captivating power of live traditional music. Visit tunefest.ie.
26-29 June: Hinterland Festival of Literature and Arts, Co Meath
Taking place in various venues throughout the heritage town of Kells, Co Meath, the eclectic festival offers a mix of author interviews, history talks, musical performances, children’s activities, art installations, and more. This year’s line-up includes national and international authors and contributors such as Martin Sixsmith, John Banville, John Boyne, Lara Marlowe, Kevin Barry, Roisín O’Donnell, John Creedon, Brian Dobson, and many more. See hinterland.ie for more.
27-29 June: Birdhill Coffee Festival, Co Tipperary
The 2nd annual coffee festival in the heart of Tipperary takes place this June and promises to be a feast for all the senses! The 3-day festival will be held at a scenic roastery in Birdhill and is aimed at bringing coffee curious adults together to enjoy great coffee, education and everything that makes a coffee roastery tick. Click here for more information and to buy tickets.
