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 Ireland's most important sporting dates |
St. Joseph's Avenue Dublin Ireland +353 1 836 3222 http://www.gaa.ie |
The second and fourth Sundays in September play host to Ireland's two most important sporting events. Croke Park, close to the city center, is the venue for the All-Ireland Gaelic football and hurling finals. Gaelic football and hurling are played across all 32 counties of Ireland. Croke Park is in the midst of a major redevelopment plan and is becoming a fit stage for these exciting national events. If you're lucky enough to get tickets, these events are quite a spectacle. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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 Photo: Andrew White |
 Professional soccer club |
North Circular Road (Dalymount Park) Dublin, Leinster Ireland +353 1 868 0923 http://www.bohemians.ie |
The Irish Premiere league does not enjoy the fanatical popularity of its English equivalent, even in Ireland, but Dublin's best football (soccer) club draws good crowds to the Dalymount Park, especially against arch-rivals Shamrock Rovers. The players thrill the hometown crowd, and have made Bohemians a perennial championship contender. The season runs from Feb to the end of Nov and the matches are played randomly on the dates in between; check the website for specific dates and details. Game day tickets are EUR10 adults; EUR5 students and seniors. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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A national race instituition |
O'Connell St Dublin, Co. Dublin Ireland +353 1 623 2250 http://www.dublincitymarathon.ie/ |
Ireland's 'friendly marathon' inspires camaraderie that helps the competitors endure the 26.2-mile course that starts and ends on renowned O'Connell Street. Up to the challenge? Registration is EUR40 for Irish residents, EUR50 for Europe and UK, USD60 for US and all others. Spectators can watch for free. There are sizeable prizes for winners in the men's and women's individual categories, as well as for veterans, para-athletes, competitors with Cerebral Palsy and visually impaired runners. Everyone who finishes receives an engraved marathon souvenir and a special marathon T-shirt. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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 Photo: Daragh Owens |
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The national game |
St. Joseph's Avenue Gaelic Athletic Association Dublin Ireland +353 1 836 3222 http://www.gaa.ie |
Gaelic Football is an absolute must for sports fans visiting Ireland. "Gaelic" is the national game passionately followed by most of the country. Intense rivalries abound between counties and the colours you wear on game days will determine how you are received. Tickets are hard to come by, but worth it if you can get them. Croke Park is the home of the Gaelic Athletic Association - a marvellous stadium a short walk from the centre of town. Club games are played all year round, while the big inter-county matches are March-September. Call for details of fixtures. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Top-flight horse racing event |
Leopardstown (Leopardstown Race Course) Dublin Ireland +353 01 289 3607 |
One of several events leading up to the coveted Cheltenham Gold Cup, this annual February race is one of the premier events on the calendar at Leopardstown Race Course. The race attracts some of the best trainers and horses from across the United Kingdom and the Republic of Ireland. Place a wager or just enjoy a day out. Grandstand tickets are GBP16. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Rough and tough |
62 Lansdowne Road Dublin Ireland +353 1 647 3800 http://www.irishrugby.ie |
International rugby games are played at Lansdowne Road stadium in the heart of Ballsbridge in Dublin. Watch out, tickets will have sold out well in advance and a small fortune will be asked if you are trying to get last-minute seats. The rugby season is October - May and while you may not be up to the fight for tickets to the big matches, club games are played every weekend, especially on the south side of the city. Details can be obtained by calling the stadium. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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 National horse show in Ballsbridge |
Ballsbridge Ballsbridge Dublin, Co. Dublin Ireland +353 1 668 0866 http://www.rds.ie/ |
The Kerrygold Horseshow marks the end of summer events in Dublin, taking place in mid-August in the RDS. The show offers a range of events, from showjumping to grooming, and attracts international competitors as well as home-grown talent. The audiences provide a show as well, especially on Ladies' Day when everyone dons their finest outfits and Ascot-style hats. The final day sees the Nation's Cup event which attracts international attention, the prize being the famous Aga Khan trophy. As much a social event as a sporting one, this is where city meets country with the best of results. Check Kerrygold's website for details of the forthcoming horseshow. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Guts And Glory |
Lansdowne Road Ballsbridge Dublin, Co. Dublin Ireland +353 1 644 0066 http://www.lrsdc.ie/ |
This stadium is the pride of the rugby-crazy nation. It plays host to the Six Nations Rugby tournament, with England, France, Italy, Scotland, Wales and the home-team Ireland squaring off for the prized trophy. The 50,000-seater stadium erupts with enthusiastic fans each time the home team takes center field. During regular rugby season, it is impossible to get tickets for the big matches. The best bet is to reserve tickets in advance through the website. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Running for charity |
27 Sandyford Office Park Dublin, Co. Dublin Ireland +353 1 2930 984 http://www.womensminimarathon.ie/ |
The huge participation in this 10K mini-marathon made it the largest all-woman event of its kind in the world, while subsequent races have been equally successful. Held in mid-June, most of the participants run for charity. A carnival atmosphere is created by the musical entertainment, with women in a variety of costumes and a surprising number of men dressed as nuns and schoolgirls joining in the fun. Serious athletes also take part, although in recent years the popular Irish runner Catriona McKiernan has made the event her own. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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 Photo: Declan |