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Discover carefully curated public lectures, author talks, debates and intellectual events in Dublin, Ireland — selected by The Mindful City editorial team.
Last updated: September 24, 2026
Colum McCann · National Library of Ireland · September 25, 2026
Colum McCann explores how geography and migration inform contemporary storytelling, drawing on his international work. The event features readings and a conversation about craft an…
Panel: Fintan O'Toole; Marie Jones; Cathy Belton (chair) · Abbey Theatre (Somerville Theatre) · September 25, 2026
A cross-disciplinary panel explores how Irish theatre engages with political life and community narratives. Speakers include playwright Marie Jones and critic Fintan O'Toole, follo…
Sally Rooney · Dublin City Library (ILAC) · September 25, 2026
Sally Rooney discusses her latest book and the themes of intimacy, politics, and modern communication in contemporary fiction. The session includes a reading and an audience Q&A.
Fintan O'Toole · Abbey Theatre · September 25, 2026
Renowned columnist Fintan O'Toole examines recent shifts in Irish political life and their cultural implications. His talk includes audience Q&A and reflections on journalism's rol…
Colm Tóibín · National Library of Ireland · September 25, 2026
Colm Tóibín discusses his latest work and the state of the contemporary novel in Ireland and beyond. The event includes a moderated Q&A with questions from the audience.
Yuval Noah Harari · RDS Simmonscourt, Ballsbridge · September 25, 2026
Historian and philosopher Yuval Noah Harari presents ideas about the ethical implications of AI, biotechnology, and shifting human identities. His lecture will probe how societies …
Enda Walsh · Abbey Theatre · September 25, 2026
Enda Walsh reflects on three decades of playwriting, adaptation, and collaboration in Irish theatre. The event features scene excerpts and a moderated discussion with audience ques…
Ed Yong · Science Gallery Dublin · September 25, 2026
Pulitzer-winning science writer Ed Yong discusses the craft and ethics of science journalism in an era of misinformation. He will share case studies from his reporting and take aud…
Luke O'Neill · Science Gallery Dublin · September 25, 2026
Immunologist Luke O'Neill presents a public lecture on recent advances in immunology and the communication challenges around vaccines. The talk will be followed by a panel discussi…
Colm Tóibín · National Library of Ireland · September 25, 2026
Colm Tóibín discusses his latest novel and the role of memory in crafting contemporary fiction. The talk will include a short reading followed by a moderated audience Q&A.
Mary Robinson · Science Gallery Dublin · September 25, 2026
Former President Mary Robinson chairs a conversation with artists and scientists on climate justice, public engagement, and creative responses to crisis. The session pairs short pr…
Colm Tóibín · National Library of Ireland · September 25, 2026
Colm Tóibín reads from his forthcoming novel followed by a moderated Q&A about craft and contemporary Irish fiction. The event is aimed at readers and students and will include a s…
Rory Carroll · Dublin City Library (ILAC) · September 25, 2026
Veteran foreign correspondent Rory Carroll recounts reportage from conflict zones and explains the ethics of long-form investigative journalism. A moderated Q&A will explore the ch…
Lisa McInerney · Irish Writers Centre · September 28, 2026
Prize-winning novelist Lisa McInerney reads from her latest novel and discusses contemporary Irish storytelling and working-class representation. The session includes an audience Q…
Fintan O'Toole · Dublin City Library (ILAC) · September 28, 2026
Renowned columnist Fintan O'Toole examines how journalism can adapt to declining trust and rising misinformation. The talk will be followed by a public discussion and audience Q&A.
Luke O'Neill · Science Gallery Dublin · September 28, 2026
Immunologist Luke O'Neill explores lessons from past pandemics and the scientific challenges that remain for future preparedness. The talk blends history, immunology, and public po…
Enda Walsh, Marina Carr (moderated by Sinéad Gleeson) · Abbey Theatre · September 28, 2026
A panel of leading Irish playwrights and a writer-editor discuss the role of theatre in responding to political and social issues. Audience members are invited to join a post-panel…
Brian Greene · Science Gallery Dublin · September 28, 2026
Renowned physicist Brian Greene presents recent ideas in cosmology and explains their cultural and philosophical implications. The talk is followed by a moderated Q&A and a book-si…
Fintan O'Toole · Dublin City Library and Archive (ILAC) · September 28, 2026
Journalist and critic Fintan O'Toole offers a perspective on recent political developments in Ireland and the role of cultural commentary. A moderated discussion will follow, invit…
Sally Rooney · Abbey Theatre · September 28, 2026
Sally Rooney joins a public conversation about her latest novel, the pressures of public life, and the craft of contemporary fiction. The event includes audience questions and a sh…