Join us for a range of events celebrating St. Brigit’s Day

 

Guided Tour: Brigid’s Day History, Mystery and Magic

Saturday 1st – Monday 3rd February, 11am & 2pm

Explore some of the folklore surrounding Brigid’s Day / Imbolc while we note the first stirrings of spring in the Botanic Gardens.

€5 per person, booking on Eventbrite.

 

Brídeog for Imbolc

Saturday 1st – Monday 3rd February Daily, 10am – 4pm

Experience the giant Brídeog in Wild Ireland, made from plant materials collected from the gardens.

Free event, no booking required.

 

Exhibition: Thin Place

Saturday 1st – Sunday 23rd February, Daily

Peatlands and Bogs are often referred to as the magical ‘Thin Place’ where the veil between this world and the mystical otherworld becomes permeable. Come and see this amazing abstract series of paintings by artist Bob Speers.

Free event, no booking required

 

Panel Discussion

Saturday 1st February, 2 pm

Exploring the biodiversity and amenity value of Irish bogs.

 

Demonstration: Brigid’s Crosses

Sunday 2nd & Monday 3rd February 12pm – 12.30pm & 2pm – 2.30pm

Come and see the technique behind making the traditional Brigid’s cross with step-by-step guidance, using fresh rushes.

Free event, no booking required.