Red Line Festival marks fifteen years
The Red Line Book Festival will run from 12‑18 October, featuring over 40 events across South Dublin. Highlights include talks with Cecelia Ahern and Ryan Tubridy, performances by Ardal O’Hanlon, poetry evenings, a songwriter residency and a Reel Flamenco showcase.
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South Dublin County Council
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The Red Line Book Festival returns from 12‑18 October 2026, celebrating its fifteenth anniversary with more than forty events spread throughout South Dublin. From bestselling author Cecelia Ahern chatting with broadcaster Ryan Tubridy about her career, to actor‑comedian Ardal O’Hanlon and writer Rick O’Shea discussing the new novel A Plot to Die For, the programme promises a rich blend of conversation and performance.
Other marquee sessions feature Louise O’Neill speaking with Senator Lynn Ruane about her memoir A Bigger Life, Emmet Kirwan delivering a mixed evening of spoken word and performance, and Miriam O’Callaghan reflecting on her life with author Vicki Notaro. International novelist Sarah Waters will explore the historical influences on her work alongside Dr Mary McAuliffe, while crime enthusiasts can hear Sophie Hannah converse with Irish crime writer Catherine Ryan Howard.
Poetry will shine at the Oíche Filíochta, showcasing winners of the Red Line Poetry Competition, and folk musician Bríd Lyons will act as 2026 Songwriter in Residence, guiding emerging talent through workshops that culminate in a showcase at Áras Chronáin. The festival also presents Reel Flamenco, a fusion of Irish traditional dance and Andalusian flamenco led by Juan Carlos Avecilla and Louise O’Sullivan with The Rubik’s Ensemble. Tickets are now available on the official website, where the full programme can be explored and bookings made.
Other marquee sessions feature Louise O’Neill speaking with Senator Lynn Ruane about her memoir A Bigger Life, Emmet Kirwan delivering a mixed evening of spoken word and performance, and Miriam O’Callaghan reflecting on her life with author Vicki Notaro. International novelist Sarah Waters will explore the historical influences on her work alongside Dr Mary McAuliffe, while crime enthusiasts can hear Sophie Hannah converse with Irish crime writer Catherine Ryan Howard.
Poetry will shine at the Oíche Filíochta, showcasing winners of the Red Line Poetry Competition, and folk musician Bríd Lyons will act as 2026 Songwriter in Residence, guiding emerging talent through workshops that culminate in a showcase at Áras Chronáin. The festival also presents Reel Flamenco, a fusion of Irish traditional dance and Andalusian flamenco led by Juan Carlos Avecilla and Louise O’Sullivan with The Rubik’s Ensemble. Tickets are now available on the official website, where the full programme can be explored and bookings made.
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