What's Happening in Dublin this weekend (Jan 2nd) - Free Events

Happy New Year!

Let’s start 2026 with fresh air, connection, and a few unforgettable adventures.

Whether you’re easing into Dry January or just looking for a reason to get outside, this week’s events are all about movement, mindfulness, and meeting new people. No pressure, no pretence, just fun ways to explore Dublin and shake off the winter cobwebs.

Here’s what’s happening:

• Poolbeg Towers Photo Walk | Dry January

• Community Full Moon Breathwork + Swim

• Church Service for Epiphany with Choir and Organ at the Pepper Canister

• St Anne’s Farmers Market

• Bike Rave Through Dublin – iBikeDublin

Poolbeg Towers Photo Walk | Dry January
Saturday, Jan 3 from 12pm
Start the year with a laid-back adventure out to the iconic Poolbeg Towers. This photo walk is open to all — no fancy gear needed, just your curiosity and a warm coat. Come solo or with a friend, meet new people, and grab some snaps along the way. Free to join and part of the Dry January Festival 2026.
📍Meeting location here

Community Full Moon Breathwork + Sea Swim
Seapoint Beach, Jan 3 at 11am
Celebrate the first full moon of the year with breathwork, a chilly dip, and post-swim chats over coffee at Roots Café. A beautiful way to set the tone for 2026. Bring warm layers and your sense of adventure.
🎟️ Reserve a spot

Epiphany Church Service with Choir & Organ
Pepper Canister Church, Sunday Jan 4 at 11am
An atmospheric end to the festive season in one of Dublin’s most iconic churches. You don’t have to be religious to appreciate the soaring music and sense of occasion.
📍 St Stephen’s Church, Mount St Crescent, D2

St Anne’s Farmers Market
Saturday, Jan 3, 10am–4pm
Fresh produce, great coffee, warm pastries, and local charm. A perfect way to kick off your weekend — and your 2026 — with a crisp walk and something tasty in hand.
📍 Red Stables, St Anne’s Park

Bike Rave Through Dublin – iBikeDublin
Friday, Jan 2 at 6pm | Hugh Lane Gallery Start
Part cycle, part party, part protest — this free ride rolls through the city with speakers, lights, and high vibes. Open to all ages and bike types, it’s an unforgettable way to experience Dublin at night.
🎟️ RSVP here

Please share this event guide with your friends or family who might enjoy some of the events in here!

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