The Liberties Festival returns this July with another spectacular and action-packed line-up, with something for everyone!

The Liberties Festival is one of Ireland’s oldest and longest running festivals. From modest beginnings in 1969 to snagging Festival of the year at the LAMA national community and council awards 2016.

For many the Liberties Festival has become a highlight of the summer in Dublin with a series of family-friendly, sporting and community events, and an exciting multi-cultural and arts programme encompassing visual art, film, dance, comedy, literature and music.

Some items of interest on the 2016 programme include:

For the full line-up for the week-long event, check the Liberties Festival website.

The Liberties Festival, a family-friendly event, runs from Monday 18th to Saturday, 23rd July at a variety of venues in the locality.

All images courtesy The Liberties Festival