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Explore Medieval Kilkenny
Date: 14th February 2026
Time: 09.30 - 18:30
Location: Meeting Place - Outside The Helix
Places Remaining: 30
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!
The National Botanic Gardens of Ireland
Date: 16th February 2026
Time: 14:00-18:00
Location: outside the Invent Building
Places Remaining: 30
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!
Phoenix Park!
Date: 18th February 2026
Time: 14:00-18:00
Location: outside the Invent Building
Places Remaining: 30
Activity Cost: €5
Book NowToday we will visit Phoenix Park! It is one of the largest city parks in Europe. The Phoenix Park is Europe’s largest city park, comprising 1750 acres. It was first opened to the public in 1747 as a place of enjoyment for all the citizens of Dublin. Today, the Park is enjoyed by 10 million local, national and international visitors annually.
There are many interesting things to see here such as Dublin Zoo, the American Ambassador’s Residence and Áras an Uachtaráin (house of the President of Ireland). If you are lucky you might meet the deer that live in the park too!
Sign up soon to visit this amazing park!
Thursday Chat Club
Date: 19th February 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!
Howth Cliff Walk & Market
Date: 22nd February 2026
Time: 10:30-16:30
Location: Meeting Place - Outside The Helix
Places Remaining: 27
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.
GPO Museum
Date: 24th February 2026
Time: 14:00-18:00
Location: outside the Invent Building
Places Remaining: 6
Activity Cost: €15
Book NowWe are happy to announce that we are bringing back the GPO (General Post Office) Museum Tour. The iconic Dublin landmark is located on O’Connell Street, filled with the most important Irish history relating to the 1916 Easter Rising and the struggle for Irish Independence.
Come and join us to discover the fascinating Irish history in Dublin City Center!
Thursday Chat Club
Date: 26th February 2026
Time: 14:00-16:00
Location: outside the Invent Building
Places Remaining: 8
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!
National Gallery of Ireland
Date: 27th February 2026
Time: 14:00-18:00
Location: outside the Invent Building
Places Remaining: 10
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.
Red Stables Food Market
Date: 28th February 2026
Time: 10:00-16:30
Location: Meeting Place - Outside The Helix
Places Remaining: 18
Activity Cost: €5
Book NowThe Red Stables is a Victorian two-storey building, located on the Clontarf side of St Anne’s Park which Dublin City Council has sensitively restored.
The complex includes design studios, artist workspaces, a commercial gallery, a café and a courtyard area. Dublin City Council manages it.
Stall holders for the Red Stables Food Market in County Dublin include bespoke foods such as handmade chocolates, artisan cheeses and preserves, organic meat, freshly baked bread, cakes and biscuits, toasted nuts and organic produce.
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.