VENUES

One of the oldest pubs in Dublin, a 21st century theatre space, a 19th century church, a scenic coastal green and a period Victorian park. What do all these places have in common? These are the venues for the dlr Festival of World Cultures 2010, of course!
With such a wide and diverse programme of events, it is only fitting that the venues be as varied and unique as the acts and events that take place in them.
Haigh Terrace
Running parallel to the Royal Marine Hotel Gardens, Haigh Terrace will once again be transformed during the Festival weekend.
How to get there: Exiting Dun Laoghaire Dart station turn right on Marine Road, turn left onto Georges Street at Dun Laoghaire Shopping Centre, Taking the second turn off to the left will lead you onto Haigh Terrace.
Kingston Hotel
Home to the Festival Club and the Kingston Outdoor stage, this Dún Laoghaire Hotel has a scenic outdoor green area where you can soak up the views of the sea.
How to get there: From the Dart continue walking down along Queen’s road past Moran Park Green for another 2 minutes. On the right is a set of steps which bring you to the Kingston Hotel.
Monkstown Church
The stunning and historic surroundings of Monkstown Church will host the opening performance of dlr Festival of World Cultures, 2010.
How to get there:
Newtownsmith Green
Situated between the People’s Park and Sandycove with stunning views of the coastline, Newtownsmith Green is home to the Main Outdoor Stage over the Festival weekend. Festival-goers love this green grassy area as it lends itself perfectly as a spot for a festival picnic while getting into the groove of the awesome world music acts on offer. Get there early, as it is sure to fill up!
How to get there: Walk along Queen’s Road onto Windsor Terrace and Newtownsmith is on your left. Approximately 5 minutes from the Dart station.
Pavilion Theatre
The Pavilion Theatre opened its doors to the public in 2000, providing Dún Laoghaire with a state of the art theatre space. Situated across the road from the Dart, it is central and convenient for all. Over the Festival weekend the space will be used by the Festival to showcase the night time headline concerts.
How to get there: Directly across from the DART Station, upstairs in the Pavilion Complex.
People’s Park
A popular retreat for locals from the bustle of Dún Laoghaire town, this beautiful Victorian park maintains its roots with a bandstand, fountains, period wrought iron railings, and even features its very own tearoom. This garden is located at the intersection of Park Road and Summerhill Road.
How to get there: From the Dart station, walk along Queen’s Road and turn right at Park Road. Approximately 5 minutes walk from the DART station.
This central open-air interactive public space, with a smashing view of the sea and located in the very heart of Dún Laoghaire, is the perfect place to enjoy some of the outdoor performances on show over the Festival weekend.
How to get there: You can’t miss it, it’s located at the sea side of the intersection of Queen’s Road, Crofton Road and Marine Road, next to the Dart station.
Purty Kitchen
Dating from 1728, Purty Kitchen is steeped in history as one of the oldest pubs in Dublin. Upstairs is the groovy Loft, the Festival’s late night venue. Combining a traditional pub feel with a 21st Century touch, it is a firm favourite on the venue list and any event held in Coast at Purty Kitchen is not to be missed.
How to get there: 2 Dunleary Road, halfway between Salthill and Monkstown Dart station (2 min. walk) and Dún Laoghaire Dart station(10 min. walk)

One of the oldest pubs in Dublin, a 21st century theatre space, a 19th century church, a scenic coastal green and a period Victorian park. What do all these places have in common? These are the venues for the dlr Festival of World Cultures 2010, of course!

With such a wide and diverse programme of events, it is only fitting that the venues be as varied and unique as the acts and events that take place in them.

Haigh Terrace

Running parallel to the Royal Marine Hotel Gardens, Haigh Terrace will once again be transformed during the Festival weekend.

How to get there: Exiting Dun Laoghaire Dart station turn right on Marine Road, turn left onto Georges Street at Dun Laoghaire Shopping Centre, Taking the second turn off to the left will lead you onto Haigh Terrace.

Kingston Hotel

Home to the Festival Club and the Kingston Outdoor stage, this Dún Laoghaire Hotel has a scenic outdoor green area where you can soak up the views of the sea.

How to get there: From the Dart continue walking down along Queen’s road past Moran Park Green for another 2 minutes. On the right is a set of steps which bring you to the Kingston Hotel.

Monkstown Church

The stunning and historic surroundings of Monkstown Church will host the opening performance of dlr Festival of World Cultures, 2010.

How to get there: Exiting the Dart at Salthill Monkstown turn right and then take the next left (approx. 2 Minutes) onto Clifton Avenue. Upon reaching the end of Clifton Avenue, Monkstown Church is directly in front of you, on Monkstown Road.

Newtownsmith Green

Situated between the People’s Park and Sandycove with stunning views of the coastline, Newtownsmith Green is home to the Main Outdoor Stage over the Festival weekend. Festival-goers love this green grassy area as it lends itself perfectly as a spot for a festival picnic while getting into the groove of the awesome world music acts on offer. Get there early, as it is sure to fill up!

How to get there: Walk along Queen’s Road onto Windsor Terrace and Newtownsmith is on your left. Approximately 5 minutes from the Dart station.

Pavilion Theatre

The Pavilion Theatre opened its doors to the public in 2000, providing Dún Laoghaire with a state of the art theatre space. Situated across the road from the Dart, it is central and convenient for all. Over the Festival weekend the space will be used by the Festival to showcase the night time headline concerts.

How to get there: Directly across from the DART Station, upstairs in the Pavilion Complex.

People’s Park

A popular retreat for locals from the bustle of Dún Laoghaire town, this beautiful Victorian park maintains its roots with a bandstand, fountains, period wrought iron railings, and even features its very own tearoom. This garden is located at the intersection of Park Road and Summerhill Road.

How to get there: From the Dart station, walk along Queen’s Road and turn right at Park Road. Approximately 5 minutes walk from the DART station.

This central open-air interactive public space, with a smashing view of the sea and located in the very heart of Dún Laoghaire, is the perfect place to enjoy some of the outdoor performances on show over the Festival weekend.

How to get there: You can’t miss it, it’s located at the sea side of the intersection of Queen’s Road, Crofton Road and Marine Road, next to the Dart station.

Purty Kitchen

Dating from 1728, Purty Kitchen is steeped in history as one of the oldest pubs in Dublin. Upstairs is the groovy Loft, the Festival’s late night venue. Combining a traditional pub feel with a 21st Century touch, it is a firm favourite on the venue list and any event held in Coast at Purty Kitchen is not to be missed.

How to get there: 2 Dunleary Road, halfway between Salthill and Monkstown Dart station (2 min. walk) and Dún Laoghaire Dart station(10 min. walk)

Eden Park

In a busy festival, Eden Park is a place where all age of groups can have fun, relax and become rejuvenated with the Rainbow Puzzle Path, the traditional French boules games Petanque, and Café de France wagons.
Eden Park is transformed into a more dynamic, interactive and inspirational place.

How to get there? A few minutes’ walk from the main stage, Eden Park is located beside the Dart Station Sandycove& Glasthule, on Summerhill Road.

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