CELEBRATE music and sport in an exclusive mix. The Pig and Porter Festival in Limerick is sure to be a fun-filled two days of top-quality craic and entertainment. Home to the largest one-day tag rugby festival in the world, it is a must visit for players and sporting fanatics alike. There will also be music from award-winning artists and demonstration of sports such as roller derby, promising a great day out for all ages. The event runs from the 12-13 July and will be held in Old Crescent RFC and University of Limerick (UL). For more information, see www.pignporter.com.

EXPLORE the vibrant city of Galway while visiting the Galway International Arts Festival (GIAF) running from 18-25 July. Titled by The Guardian as “one of the top five summer festivals in Europe” in 2017, it is a multi-disciplinary arts festival that includes music, dance, theatre and opera to name but a few. GIAF is sure to impress all members of the family with spectators promised encounters with fire breathing dragons, top-class dance acts and the chance to experience new theatre before it goes on tour across the world. For more information see www.giaf.ie.

VISIT Tramore’s Midsummer Fairy Festival with your kids this summer to experience true magic while following the fairy trail through the magical woodlands to meet the magical summer fairy. Each visitor is granted three wishes as they explore the woodland and listen to the storytelling, all while dressed up in fairy costume. There is also an enchanted garden and music, promising a great day out for all the family. The event will be held at the Lafcadio Hearn Gardens, Tramore, Co Waterford, from Saturday 13-20 July. Admission starts at €2. For additional information, visit www.lafcadiohearngardens.com.

EXPERIENCE the latest trends in the Dublin music scene by attending the Italian Fusion Festival on the 13 July. Starting at 7pm in the BelloBar, Portobello Harbour, Dublin, the festival aims to promote cultural exchanges between Italy and Ireland through music that is a collaboration between Irish and Italian musicians. Organised by Radio Dublino, the only Italian language Irish radio programme, the festival promises a great night of music, poetry and prosecco. This edition of the festival is aimed at promoting jazz music in particular, and is undoubtedly a must-do for all music lovers. See www.italianfusionfestival.com for more information.

ENJOY the West Cork Literary Festival in the picturesque town of Bantry this summer. Running from the 12-19 July, it will be a haven for book and poetry lovers alike. With events ranging from workshops for song writing as well as poetry and readings, there will be something suitable for everyone from children to adults. The Maritime Hotel will also host evening events with guests such as Graham Norton, Sarah Crossan and Rosita Boland. For more information, visit www.westcorkliteraryfestival.ie. Tickets available on the website.