Programme 2026

Let your imagination run wild! Bring the whole family along to the DBF Creative Station, where you can get drawing, writing, making and crafting. Drop in, get creative and make something wonderful to take home with you! 11am – 3:30pm

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Join us for this fun-filled activity for all the family to work together as a team. Pick up your treasure trail handout from the Family Hub reception, then follow the clues and return for your prize! 11am – 3pm

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Ready for a new story? Bring along a much-loved children’s book you’ve finished with and swap it for another at our DBF Book Swap. It’s a fun way to refresh your bookshelves, discover a new favourite and give an old book a new home! Let’s get swapping! 11am – 3:30pm

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Over the past 20 years, Dublin Book Festival has been proud to present the very best of Irish writing and publishing, bringing Ireland’s wonderful literary community together with audiences far and wide. This is only possible because of the shared commitment of our writers, readers and partners. If you would like to get involved in […]

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Everyone in the neighbourhood is Mikey’s friend…except Mr Grumble. He pops footballs. He shouts at loud music. He hates picnics. But Mikey is sure that deep down he’s a big gooey marshmallow. Armed with a camera and a crazy idea Mikey sets out to prove it. What he discovers might just change the whole neighbourhood. […]

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Join Sarah Bracken Soper for an accessible introduction to creating, storytelling and self-expression in a zine workshop. The Irish Writers Centre welcomes writers to produce their own mini publications/booklet, with participants guided to creating their own individual bespoke ‘zines’ through writing, drawing and collage. Materials provided, though participants are welcome to bring their own supplies. […]

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An léitheoir óg tú? Sa tóir ar shraith nua? An bhfuil cuma leamh ar an leabhragán sa bhaile? Buail isteach chuig Clinic Leabhar Leabhair Pháistí Éireann! Labhair leis an Dochtúir Leabhar, faigh comhairle uathu maidir leis na leabhair is fearr leat agus tabharfaidh siad oideas duit leis an gcéad leabhar eile ar cheart duit a […]

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Every small step makes a difference! Drop by our Create Your Own Pond station to meet our biodiversity expert, Collie Ennis, and learn how even the smallest space can become a welcoming home for wildlife. Discover what plants and creatures need to thrive, pick up tips for creating your own mini pond to attract new […]

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