Dublin Trad

22-26 January: The 9th Temple Bar TradFest is a celebration of Irish traditional music and culture. The festival features over 200 free events, including street performers. Headline acts Frances Black and Eleanor McEvoy will perform in St. Patrick’s Cathedral, St. Werburgh’s Church, City Hall, St Michan’s Church and Button Factory.

Meath Memories

23 January: Ireland’s legendary broadcaster, Gay Byrne, will host an evening of memories and laughter in Dunboyne Castle this Thursday at 7.30pm. One Night Only promises to be a memorable night with lots of fun for the all the family. For more information contact Dunboyne Castle Hotel and Spa.

Bridal Show

25-26 January: The wedding event of the year is taking place this Saturday and Sunday, at the RDS main hall, from 11.30am to 5.30pm. The show gathers leading bridal exhibitors and visitors under one roof. To book your tickets call 01-4901405, or log onto weddingbells.ie

Sligo Supper

24 January: Knock Counselling Centre will host a Scottish Burns supper in Café le Chéile, at Knock Shrine Museum on Friday, 24 January. This event celebrates the life and work of Robert Burns. Proceeds from the event will go towards the running of the centre. Tickets are €35 and are available from Knock Centre at 094-9375032.

Ballymaloe Cookery

30 January: The Slow Food event takes place on Thursday, 30 January, at the Ballymaloe Cookery School. Demonstrations by Darina Allen and Eileen Cowhig. Tickets cost €8, proceeds raised will support the East Cork Slow Food Mobile Kitchen Project. Call 02-4646785 or email slowfoodeastcork@gmail.com