ENJOY Beaumont Come Dancing on 15 June, in the O’Mahony Hall in the Helix. This fundraising event is being run by Beaumont Hospital with the aim of raising funds for the Breast Clinic Appeal. As a leading national centre, Beaumont plays a pivotal role in breast care, with the team seeing approximately 9,000 patients annually. The hospital is now seeking to raise €1m to complete the building of a state-of-the-art facility which will become a single centre for all breast care outpatient needs. On the night, 16 couples composed of hospital staff will take to the floor in effort to be crowned this year’s winners. To donate or buy tickets for this event, email strictlybeaumont2019@beaumont.ie or call 01 809 3000.

CELEBRATE the Doolin Folk Festival taking place from 14-16 June in Co Clare. Taking inspiration from the great festivals of the 70s and 80s such as Lisdoonvarna down the road and from the deep musical roots of the county, the Doolin Folk Festival presents powerful music in an intimate setting, so that audiences and musicians can feel at one and enjoy the communal spirit. Out on the edge of the country, musicians and audiences are reconnecting and experiencing the unbroken but ever changing nature of the rich and nourishing music. For tickets and more, visit www.doolinfestivals.ie.

CHALLENGE yourself at the Half on the Head half marathon and 10km run. The half marathon takes you around the rugged coast of Kerry Head Peninsula – one of the most westerly points in Europe and a hidden gem of the Wild Atlantic Way. Starting in Ballyheigue village you will make your way along country roads and lanes by the Shannon Estuary. The route then loops back to Tralee Bay with stunning views of Mount Brandon and Banna Strand to its finish at the gates of historic Ballyheigue Castle. There is also a 10km run offering similar spectacular views. To enter visit, www.halfonthehead.com.

VISIT the Dalkey Book Festival from 14-16 June at the Railway Road, Dublin. One hundred speakers from around the world will gather to mark 10 years of the festival. Global superstars like Stephen Fry and Jony Ive will join some of the world’s leading intellectuals such as three times Pulitzer Prize winner, Thomas Friedman, and giants of literature Marlon James, Deborah Levy, Richard Flanagan and Donal Ryan. The event is much more than a book festival, with 70 events across the weekend. For more visit www.dalkeybookfestival.org.

EXPERIENCE Galway Food Tours, a two-hour culinary walk of the city of the Tribes. Run by Sheena Dignam and Gosia Letowska, the tour gives a great overview of the passionate people and beautiful produce that combine to make Galway one of Ireland’s gourmet jewels. During the tour you will experience a taste from artisan producers, cheese makers, creative beer projects, artisan chocolatiers, traditional family-run businesses and young entrepreneurs with devotion and commitment to showcasing the best of Irish produce. Tours run five days a week at least during the summer months. Booking is advised on www.galwayfoodtours.com, where you can also find more information. The Galway day tour costs €60pp.