Offaly concert

13 November: Robert Mizzell will perform at Mullingar Arts Centre this Thursday. The popular country music singer from the US has released nine solo studio albums and a full-length DVD to date, and regularly tours with his band The Country Kings. Tickets cost €20. Visit www.mullin garartscentre.com

Dublin books

13-16 November: The Dublin Book Festival will run in the Smock Alley Theatre, Temple Bar, as well as satellite venues around the country. The festival celebrates Irish authors across a range of genres with the majority of events free of cost. See www.dublinbookfestival.com for a full programme of events.

Mayo festival

14-16 November: The Rolling Sun Book Festival takes place in Wesport, Co Mayo, over the weekend. The event, which is five years old, is known for entertaining lovers of literature, music and poetry. Speakers include Mary O’Rourke and Rachael English. Booking is essential. Visit www.rollingsunbookfestival.com

Letterkenny theatre

14-16 November: Letterkenny One Act Festival returns after its successful launch this year. Over three nights, the theatre will host some of the best amateur theatre companies from north and south of the border. Visit www.angrianan.com for more information.

Ballymaloe design

15-16 November: The Craft and Design Festival at Ballymaloe showcases work by more than 100 of Ireland’s best craft professionals in Ballymaloe Grainstore and The Big Shed in Shanagarry, east Cork. The festival takes place from 10am until 6pm on both days. Admission and parking are free.