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Thursday Chat Club-15-10-26
Date: 15th October 2026
Time: 14:00-16:00
Location: outside the Invent Building
Places Remaining: 14
Activity Cost: Free
Book NowMeet your fellow students from different nationalities and update them on what you did in the last week, and what you plan to do socially in the coming weekend.
This is an excellent opportunity to practice your English language and social skills among your peers and with a native English speaker.
Grab yourself a cup of coffee and come on down to the Chat Club!
Irish Museum of Modern Art (IMMA) + Gardens
Date: 16th October 2026
Time: 14:00-18:00
Location: Outside The Helix
Places Remaining: 15
Activity Cost: €5
Book NowIMMA is the home of the national collection of contemporary and modern art and aims to provide an enjoyable and engaging experience of art in Ireland.
This museum is based in the Royal Hospital Kilmainham, one of the most beautiful buildings in Dublin City. The museum is surrounded by beautiful, breathtaking gardens you can walk around on a Summers day
Visitors describe this place as the perfect option to enjoy and learn at the same time.
Howth Cliff Walk & Market
Date: 17th October 2026
Time: 10:00-16:30
Location: Outside The Helix
Places Remaining: 14
Activity Cost: €5
Book NowHowth is a charming fishing village located in the north of Dublin. We’ll take a walk around the Howth Summit where we can enjoy scenic views of the cliffs, islands, and lighthouses. Then we head back to Howth village and enjoy a gentle stroll along the pier, past some of the best fish restaurants in Ireland.
At lunchtime, we can either grab something quick from the fish & chips shops or try some of the wonderful food at the Howth Market! You will have plenty of time to look around and enjoy the seaside village.
National Gallery of Ireland
Date: 19th October 2026
Time: 14:00-18:00
Location: Outside The Helix
Places Remaining: 15
Activity Cost: €5
Book NowThe National Gallery of Ireland boasts some 2,500 paintings and approximately 10,000 other works in different media including watercolours, drawings, prints and sculptures. Every major European school of painting is extensively represented here and it also houses a renowned collection of Irish paintings.
It is located in the heart of Dublin, a short stroll from Trinity College and Merrion Square. After marvelling at the amazing works that the gallery has to offer, take a walk over to Merrion Square Park, one of the finest and most intact examples of Georgian urban design in Dublin city. This attractive central park features colourful flowers, statues and shrub beds and is the ideal place to rest and enjoy a bit of tranquillity after a long day of exploring Dublin. Make sure to look out for the statue of Oscar Wilde.
the Guinness Store House
Date: 20th October 2026
Time: 14:00-18:00
Location: Outside The Helix
Places Remaining: 15
Activity Cost: €25
Book NowLocated in the heart of the St. James’s Gate Brewery, the Guinness Storehouse is Ireland’s most popular tourist attraction. It’s the home of the Black Stuff, the heart of Dublin and an unforgettable start to your Irish adventure.
The journey begins at the bottom of the world’s largest pint glass and continues up through seven floors filled with interactive experiences that fuse our long brewing heritage with Ireland’s rich history. At the top, you’ll be rewarded with a pint of perfection in our world-famous rooftop Gravity Bar.
Thursday Chat Club-22-10-26
Date: 22nd October 2026
Time: 14:00-16:00
Location: outside the Invent Building
Places Remaining: 14
Activity Cost: Free
Book NowMeet your fellow students from different nationalities and update them on what you did in the last week, and what you plan to do socially in the coming weekend.
This is an excellent opportunity to practice your English language and social skills among your peers and with a native English speaker.
Grab yourself a cup of coffee and come on down to the Chat Club!
The National Botanic Gardens of Ireland
Date: 23rd October 2026
Time: 14:00-18:00
Location: Outside The Helix
Places Remaining: 15
Activity Cost: €5
Book NowThe National Botanic Gardens of Ireland are an oasis of calm and beauty located in the centre of Glasnevin and just a short 20-minute walk from DCU. The Gardens are loved by both tourists and local visitors alike and contain important collections of plant species and cultivars from all over the world.
Join us for a walk down to the Gardens and take in all the beauty that Dublin has to offer!
Explore Medieval Kilkenny
Date: 24th October 2026
Time: 09.00 - 18:30
Location: Outside The Helix
Places Remaining: 15
Activity Cost: €85
Book NowKilkenny is a medieval Irish city that has lots of wonderful ancient buildings to visit, including one of Ireland’s most beautiful castles; Kilkenny Castle.
Kilkenny is also famous for St. Canice’s Cathedral, the red ale Smithwick’s, and “Kilkenny Shops” which are the biggest supporters of Irish design.
Don’t miss out on a chance to visit this amazing old city!
Thursday Chat Club-29-10-26
Date: 29th October 2026
Time: 14:00-16:00
Location: outside the Invent Building
Places Remaining: 15
Activity Cost: Free
Book NowMeet your fellow students from different nationalities and update them on what you did in the last week, and what you plan to do socially in the coming weekend.
This is an excellent opportunity to practice your English language and social skills among your peers and with a native English speaker.
Grab yourself a cup of coffee and come on down to the Chat Club!
EXPLORE GALWAY CITY!
Date: 31st October 2026
Time: 09.00 - 20:30
Location: Outside The Helix
Places Remaining: 15
Activity Cost: €85
Book NowArty, bohemian Galway is one of Ireland’s most engaging cities. Brightly painted pubs heave with live music, while restaurants and cafes offer front-row seats for observing buskers and street theatre. Remains of the medieval town walls lie between shops selling handcrafted Claddagh rings, books, and musical instruments and a long promenade leads to the seaside suburb of Salthill, on Galway Bay, the source of the area’s famous oysters. This trip is not to be missed!
All bookings for social activities can be made through our website via the online activity booking form above or by visiting the VBG08 office where you can make a payment using our card terminal. If you wish to pay for a social activity by making a cash payment, this can also be done by visiting the VBG08 Office.