Alone in Dublin. Straight answers.

Is there a language exchange in Dublin?

Yes: we list 13 language cafés, exchanges or conversation groups for Dublin, all regular meet-ups.

• Dublin French Culture and Language Meetup Group — Sunday, 14:00; Bartley’s Bar; free
• Biweekly Russian language meetup — Wednesday, 20:00; McGrattans Bar

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Where can I play board games in Dublin on my own?

1 place in Dublin, where staff can usually suggest a game (1 say beginners are welcome).

• Board & Brewed — board-game cafe; daily

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What to do on a rainy evening in Dublin?

Go indoors to a hosted event: Dublin has 5 evening events in the next two weeks that take place in a venue, plus 1 board-game place.

• Paul Brady, Irish songwriter, at the National Concert Hall, Dublin — National Concert Hall, Sun 15 Nov, 20:00
• Kronos Quartet play Steve Reich at 90 at the NCH, Dublin — National Concert Hall, Sun 22 Nov, 20:00
• NSOI: Britten’s War Requiem, National Concert Hall, Dublin — National Concert Hall, Main Stage, Fri 27 Nov, 19:30
• Board & Brewed — board-game cafe; daily

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What can a solo traveller do in Dublin after dark?

There is an evening scene: 17 listings in Dublin run from 17:00 onwards, mostly hosted events or groups. We don't rate neighbourhood safety, so check local advice for that.

• Paul Brady, Irish songwriter, at the National Concert Hall, Dublin — National Concert Hall, Sun 15 Nov, 20:00
• Kronos Quartet play Steve Reich at 90 at the NCH, Dublin — National Concert Hall, Sun 22 Nov, 20:00
• NSOI: Britten’s War Requiem, National Concert Hall, Dublin — National Concert Hall, Main Stage, Fri 27 Nov, 19:30
• Language Exchange Ireland — Monday, 18:30; River Bar
• Collegians Go Club at Toner's Pub (Go, not chess) — open table night; Tuesday, 19:00 until last orders; free

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Are there game nights in Dublin for people who come alone?

Dublin has 2 open game sessions listed.

• Collegians Go Club at Toner's Pub (Go, not chess) — open table night; Tuesday, 19:00 until last orders; free
• Board Games Ireland (Meetup group, Dublin-based) — open table night; various, evenings, varies by event; not stated on group page

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Are there group walks or hikes in Dublin?

Dublin has 1 guided walk coming up that you can join alone.

• Jonathan and the Jest: a walk with Swift, St Patrick's Cathedral — St Patrick's Cathedral, Sat 28 Nov, 13:30

Where can I go to a theatre, exhibition or screening in Dublin alone?

Dublin has 3 exhibitions, performances and screenings in our data (none free).

• Monday Night Cinema: Pressure, Pavilion Theatre, Dún Laoghaire — Pavilion Theatre, Mon 16 Nov, 17:00
• Monday Night Cinema: «Nino», Pavilion Theatre, Dún Laoghaire — Pavilion Theatre, Mon 23 Nov, 17:00
• Jonathan and the Jest: a walk with Swift, St Patrick's Cathedral — St Patrick's Cathedral, Sat 28 Nov, 13:30

Live music in Dublin: what can I go to alone?

Our Dublin listings include 8 concerts and music evenings, with 6 in Nov.

• Paul Brady, Irish songwriter, at the National Concert Hall, Dublin — National Concert Hall, Sun 15 Nov, 20:00
• Gealán Quartet: Prayers and Truths, chamber music, at the NCH, Dublin — National Concert Hall, Sun 22 Nov, 15:00
• Kronos Quartet play Steve Reich at 90 at the NCH, Dublin — National Concert Hall, Sun 22 Nov, 20:00
• NSOI: Britten’s War Requiem, National Concert Hall, Dublin — National Concert Hall, Main Stage, Fri 27 Nov, 19:30

Where can I go after work in Dublin on my own?

After work you have 3 choices in Dublin this month, starting between 17:00 and 20:59.

• Monday Night Cinema: Pressure, Pavilion Theatre, Dún Laoghaire — Pavilion Theatre, Mon 16 Nov, 17:00
• Monday Night Cinema: «Nino», Pavilion Theatre, Dún Laoghaire — Pavilion Theatre, Mon 23 Nov, 17:00
• NSOI: Britten’s War Requiem, National Concert Hall, Dublin — National Concert Hall, Main Stage, Fri 27 Nov, 19:30

Where can I go on a Sunday in Dublin if I don't want to stay home?

4 Sunday options in Dublin are in our data.

• Paul Brady, Irish songwriter, at the National Concert Hall, Dublin — National Concert Hall, Sun 15 Nov, 20:00
• Gealán Quartet: Prayers and Truths, chamber music, at the NCH, Dublin — National Concert Hall, Sun 22 Nov, 15:00
• Kronos Quartet play Steve Reich at 90 at the NCH, Dublin — National Concert Hall, Sun 22 Nov, 20:00
• Ficino Quartet: The Lyric Tour, National Concert Hall, Dublin — National Concert Hall, Kevin Barry Recital Room, Sun 6 Dec, 15:00

What events can I go to alone in Dublin over the next 30 days?

10 events are listed for Dublin in the next 30 days, mostly music (7), culture (3).

• Paul Brady, Irish songwriter, at the National Concert Hall, Dublin — National Concert Hall, Sun 15 Nov, 20:00
• Monday Night Cinema: Pressure, Pavilion Theatre, Dún Laoghaire — Pavilion Theatre, Mon 16 Nov, 17:00
• Gealán Quartet: Prayers and Truths, chamber music, at the NCH, Dublin — National Concert Hall, Sun 22 Nov, 15:00
• Kronos Quartet play Steve Reich at 90 at the NCH, Dublin — National Concert Hall, Sun 22 Nov, 20:00

How can I go to events in Dublin without going completely alone?

Pick an event, join it in Meet & Mint and say hello in the group chat; start with one of these in Dublin.

• Paul Brady, Irish songwriter, at the National Concert Hall, Dublin — National Concert Hall, Sun 15 Nov, 20:00
• Monday Night Cinema: Pressure, Pavilion Theatre, Dún Laoghaire — Pavilion Theatre, Mon 16 Nov, 17:00
• Language Exchange Ireland — Monday, 18:30; River Bar

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