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The Central Library is Dublin City Council's largest library with study spaces, music library, creative studio, work pods. We host regular events e.g.

language exchanges, careers & business events, book clubs, creative writing, film screenings and talks.

07/11/2026

Workshop for Electronic Drums, get tips and how to get started with our very own brand new Roland VQD drum set. Professional

Drummer Jamie Kilduff will give this one hour workshop. For Ages 12+ spaces very limited.

Book at link below

https://dublincity.spydus.ie/cgi-bin/spydus.exe/ENQ/WPAC/EVSESENQ?SETLVL=&RNI=28334275

02/11/2026

23/10/2026

12/10/2026

🎬 Join us at Central Library on Thursday, 5th November at 2.30pm for a classic western.

A notorious gunslinger arrives in a small town hoping to leave his violent past behind, but old enemies and his fearsome reputation soon catch up with him. A gripping tale of redemption, reputation and the consequences of a life lived by the gun. He doesn't look for trouble, but trouble soon finds him.

📅 Thursday, 5th November
🕝 2.30pm
📍 Central Library

30/09/2026

Join us in Central library for a spooktacular Arts & Crafts event for Halloween making toilet roll monster mobiles.

28 Oct 2026 - 3:00 PM to 4:00 PM

Each child can choose which monsters to make:

Event is for ages 5 and up.

Booking essential at the link below:

https://dublincity.spydus.ie/cgi-bin/spydus.exe/FULL/WPAC/EVSESENQ/1187465014/131084316,1

Central Library Dublin City Libraries

&Crafts

21/09/2026

Celebrate Sustainable Development Goals (SDG) Week at the Central Library! 📚✨

Ireland’s SDG Week runs from 19–27 September. To mark this week of action, the Central Library team in Dublin City Centre put together a new book display. It features great titles for every age. 📖🌱

You can look at climate justice or pick up practical tips for living sustainably. The collection shows how small daily changes really do make a big difference. We've got the perfect book waiting for you.

📍 Where: Central Library, Ilac Shopping Centre, Henry St, Dublin 1.
🎟️ Cost: It’s entirely free!

Don't forget your library card for your next book.

Swing by this week to look through the shelves. It's easy to find some inspiration here. We're trying to support the global move toward a more sustainable future, one book at a time. 🌍💚

07/09/2026

🎬Thursday Film Afternoon at Dublin City Central Library!🍿

Join us for an entertaining afternoon of classic cinema on Thursday 1st October at 2.30pm.

This much-loved 1960s British film follows a charming, cheeky and self-confident Londoner whose carefree approach to life and relationships begins to catch up with him. With plenty of wit, memorable moments and a brilliant central performance, this classic offers both laughs and food for thought.

🎟️Date: Thursday 1st October
🕝Time: 2.30pm
📍Place: Central Library

Can you guess the film? 🤔🎥

Come along, bring a friend and enjoy an afternoon of classic cinema at the library. 🍿✨

Ilac Shopping Centre Dublin City Libraries

26/08/2026

“The way I see it, if you want the rainbow, you gotta put up with the rain!”
― Dolly Parton

RIP to Dolly Parton a ray of country sunshine and a great advocate of equal access to books for all through here imagination library initiative https://imaginationlibrary.com/

24/08/2026

🎬 Join us at Central Library on Thursday, 3rd September at 2.30pm for a screening of a beloved Hollywood musical classic.

As Hollywood makes the transition from silent films to the talkies, a charming movie star, a talented young actress, and his mischievous friend find themselves caught up in the challenges of a changing film industry. Filled with dazzling song-and-dance numbers, romance, comedy, and unforgettable performances, this is a joyful celebration of the golden age of cinema.

📅 Thursday, 3rd September
🕝 2.30pm
📍 Central Library

Address

Ilac Centre, Henry Street, Dublin 1
Dublin
D01DY80

Website

https://www.dublincity.ie/central-library

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