Cruachan aren’t your typical Irish band, they combine folklore, traditional Irish music, mythology and heavy metal with classical influences, this band has something for everyone. They will be playing in The Grand Social on the 24th of January with the…
George Murphy and The Rising Sons are playing this year at TradFest 2026. They are playing on the 23rd of January in The Button Factory with doors opening at 7:30. Something Out of Nothing is George Murphy’s latest album with…
Ger O’Donnell, Trevor Sexton and Don Stiffe have come together as a trio for TradFest 2026. They will be playing together at The Purity Kitchen in Dun Laoghaire on the 22nd of January 2026 at 7:30. O’Donnell and Sexton released…
Seamas Hyland is a traditional and experimental musician from Co.Waterford playing at Tradfest 2026. Hyland released his debut album ‘Maidin Domhnaigh’ in May 2024 and will be playing The Grand Social on Friday the 23rd of January. “It was a…
House sharing used to be a student phase. In 2026, it’s a housing strategy. Across Europe, North America, and Australia, high rents and low supply are pushing more people into shared homes. If you’re moving abroad this year, the rental…
Blue Fish Diamond have released their third studio album ‘Radio Silence’ and will be performing at TradFest 2026. Blue Fish Diamond are playing two gigs at TradFest this year. The first gig is Thursday January 22nd at 6 p.m, this…
Babylon has put together two routes for young people interested in interrailing in 2026 including information on expenses, passes and plans. If you’re a student or a young adult looking for an affordable, exciting and accessible way to see Europe,…
Canada’s Start-Up Visa program is paused for new applications. On December 19, 2025, Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) announced major changes to business immigration programs, effectively shutting the Start-Up Visa (SUV) to most new applicants. Key timeline The pause…
Moving from a sunny country to a darker one can feel like a shock. One day you’re fine. Then winter hits, and everything feels heavier. If this is your first winter in Ireland, Canada, Russia, the Nordics, the UK, or…
