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Creative Places Darndale
Creative Places Darndale is a three-year project supported by the Arts Council. The Creative Places programme invests in places (such as towns, villages, suburbs, island communities) that have had fewer opportunities to take part in the arts.
History of Darndale
Taking its name from the Irish word “darndál” meaning “daffodil”, the first family took up residence in Darndale in 1975. Consisting of just over 900 units, Darndale was divided into five areas known as Buttercup, Marigold, Primrose, Snowdrop and Tulip. Now one of the largest residential areas in Dublin, there are many Dubliners that have memories of living in or visiting family in Darndale.
What's On
Street and Break Dance Workshop with Don King
Come and join in on this pop up street and break dance workshop with Don King on Tuesday at the Belcamp Courtyard.Culture Night in Darndale
Creative Places Darndale invites you to 'Made in Darndale', a free cabaret extravaganza that will be taking place on Culture Night, Friday 17th September at Darndale Belcamp Village Centre.The Dare to be Darndale Cabaret
Roll up, roll up! Join us for what is sure to be a spectacular evening of performances in our big top tent at Darndale Park. With Ringmaster John Connors, the Dare to be Darndale Cabaret is not to be missed! This event is part of the Made in Darndale summer festival.Live Mural Painting with Klo Wi and Zurdie
Join members of the all-female street art collective, Minaw, as they paint a mural specially commissioned for the Made in Darndale summer festival. Come and see the large scale painting evolve before your eyes - you might even get the chance to make your mark on it too!The Darndale Dog Show
Calling all dogs of Darndale... it's time to strut your stuff! Join comedian Willie White as he hosts The Darndale Dog Show. Lots of prizes to be won by pooches of all shapes and sizes. This event is part of the Made in Darndale summer festival.Opera in Darndale
Irish Tenor, John Scott will be singing excerpts from well-known operas in various locations around Darndale.Made in Darndale Arts Exhibition
Swing by the Darndale Belcamp Village Centre and see local artists of all ages, both amateur and professional, display their art works to demonstrate the amazing talent in the area. This event is part of the Made in Darndale summer festival.Street Art Tour of Dublin City
Creative Places Darndale, Sphere 17 RYS Darndale and Alternative Dublin will take to the streets of the Dublin to explore the work of the city's most talented street artists.Pop Up Dance Workshop
Sarah Ryan is a dance artist based in Dublin. Sarah is a stable and multifaceted freelance dance artist in the dance sector. She has worked with a wide range of choreographers, directors and companies from artistic backgrounds. See her perform in celebration of International Dance Day at the Belcamp Village Square.Art Workshop at Sphere 17
Our Art Workshop takes place every Thursday from 3-5pm at Sphere 17 Priorswood. Aimed at 10-13 year olds, this course commences on 28 April and runs until mid-June. Enrolment is on Monday 25 April at Sphere 17 Priorswood from 2.30pm - 5pm.Darndale Street Parade
To kick off the Made in Darndale summer festival, students from Our Lady Immaculate Junior and Senior School, St. Francis National School and Sphere 17 Priorswood will join together in a colourful parade to entertain their family and friends.Made in Darndale Festival
The Made in Darndale Summer Festival takes place from 16 - 19 June. Join us for this FREE celebration of Darndale's own artists and talent!Cruinniú na nÓg – Sphere 17
Join the young people at Sphere 17 for the unveiling of their new artwork as part of Cruinniú na nÓg 2022!Darndale Through The Years
Join us for an afternoon of history and storytelling. Learn about how Darndale came to be and share your own memories with other residents - all while enjoying some tea and cake! This event is part of the Made in Darndale summer festival.The Fabulous Mr. H
Enjoy a thrilling Solo Circus Acrobat performance when Mr. H visits selected areas of Darndale to surprise and dazzle with his skills and trickery attempting to turn the world inside out and upside down.Cruinniú na nÓg – Go Fly Your Kite
Fly your kite in Darndale Park as part of Cruinniú na nÓg 2022!Traveller Oral Traditions – Music & Poetry
On Sunday, 29 May, Creative Places Darndale will take part in the International Literature Festival Dublin with a once-off event. Join gifted performers from the Travelling Community as they share the music, poetry, and stories that resonate within their cultural heritage.Stilt Walking and Puppetry Shows
Look out for our stylish stilt walker, Hugh Brown, who will show you some of his magic tricks and juggling. Hugh will be accompanied by puppet maker Martin Cahill of No Strings Attached Theatre.Circus Performance with Jitterbug Jackson
Join Hugh Brown as Jitterbug Jackson for a fun-filled performance at the Bell Square! This event is part of the Made in Darndale summer festival.Ballet in Darndale
Ireland’s Prima Ballerina Niamh O’Flannagain will perform Waltz of the Flowers, a beautiful dance from Tchaikovsky's famous Nutcracker Ballet.Hip-Hop Workshop with Chris Dylus
Learn some of the latest Hip-Hop moves in this free workshop with Chris Dylus, Dublin based hip hop and breakdancer extraordinaire!The Dare to be Darndale Cabaret (Matinée)
Roll up, roll up! Join us for what is sure to be a spectacular afternoon of performances in our big top tent at Darndale Park. With Ringmaster John Connors, the Dare to be Darndale Cabaret is not to be missed! This event is part of the Made in Darndale summer festival.Pop Up Urban Dance
Pop Up Urban Dance performance in Darndale environs with MATT SZCZEREK, a Dublin based (contemporary-urban) Dance Artist and a professional member of Dance Ireland.Walk About Wizard of Oz
The Wizard of Oz goes walk-about in Darndale! Come and meet Dorothy, Scarecrow, Lion and the Witch!Darndale Together After Dark
Come and join us for a wonderful evening of spooky fun Halloween entertainment in Darndale Belcamp Village Centre on 31st October from 4 - 7pm. Creative Places Darndale is delighted to be working with Darndale Together on this amazing new festival!The History of Darndale Walking Tour with Pat Liddy
Have you ever wanted to know more about where you live? Join Pat Liddy for a walking tour through the various locations and landmarks of Darndale and find out lots of interesting stories about your area. This event is part of the Made in Darndale summer festival.The Voice of Darndale Choir
Embrace the spirit of Christmas this year and join The Voice of Darndale Choir who will be performing live at the Mansion House on Thursday 15 December from 7pm.Dublin International Film Festival with Sphere 17
DIFF has invited members from Sphere 17 to become shortlisters for the short film category for this year's festival. Young peoople from Bonnybrook and Kilbarrack have been tasked with selecting 8 films for screening on 1 March at St Benedicts Resource Centre in Kilbarrack at 6.30pm. This event is open to the public and everyone is welcome!Festival Village
Fun for all the family. Join us at the park for circus, music, dance, workshops and more! This event is part of the Made in Darndale summer festival.The Voice of Darndale Choir
The Voice of Darndale Choir is an amateur ensemble group. The group was formed to perform a specially commissioned work by composer Conor Mitchell, inspired by our experiences of the COVID-19 Pandemic. This project is presented in partnership with Faoin Spéir Artane.Festival Village: Traveller Arts and Culture
Join us at Darndale Park and explore the rich cultural heritage of the Irish Travelling Community. From tinsmithing and storytelling, to music and folklore, immerse yourself in Traveller culture. This event is part of the Made in Darndale summer festival.Stilt Walking Workshop
Our Stilt Walking Workshop takes place every Thursday from 3-5pm at Sphere 17 Priorswood. Aimed at 10-13 year olds, this course commences on 28 April and runs until mid-June. Enrolment is on Monday 25 April at Sphere 17 Priorswood from 2.30pm - 5pm.Aerial Cirque
Breathtaking performance by Aerial Cirque as they dance in the sky, seemingly weightless on a vertical stage.Mark Flynn Sings on Walkabout
Keep a lookout for local talent, Mark Flynn who will be serenading the residents of Darndale with his beautiful voice and guitar playing.Culture Night in Darndale
Come and celebrate Culture Night with us in Darndale! We have a wonderful selection of cultural events taking place in and around Darndale on Friday 23 September 2022 from 12.20pm onwards! All events are free and everyone is welcome!from every acorn an
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darndale a living history
