Step into an enlightening journey with UCD research scientists as they unveil the revolutionary impact of fluorescent proteins from marine organisms on biomedical research. Engage in captivating display items, immersive computer videos, and get hands-on with a real fluorescence microscope for a firsthand experience like no other.
Explore UCD’s Best Kept Secret and Ireland’s only Classical Museum dedicated to the art and material culture of the Ancient Mediterranean. The wonders of Ancient Egypt, Bronze Age Crete & Cyprus, Classical Greece and the Roman Empire are waiting to be discovered! The UCD Classical Museum (Newman Building) will throw open its doors for visits… Continue reading UCD Classical Museum
Have some fun and work up a sweat with UCD GAA and keep those ball handling skills sharp at the GAA Skill Zone. Located at the Sport Zone pitches.
Join us for an immersive capoeira workshop as part of MENU’s Home and Sense of Belonging at the UCD Festival. This unique experience invites participants into the dynamic and vibrant world of Capoeira—a Brazilian martial art that blends movement, music, and cultural expression. Whether you’re a first-timer or familiar with Capoeira, this workshop is open… Continue reading Capoeira Workshop
Get crafting at this lovely craft workshop! Come along and make your own face mask or friendship bracelet. For crafty kids of all ages.
Stop by the UCD Festival Buskers Corner this year to hear members of the UCD Community perform! The Buskers Corner is an opportunity for staff and their families, and students to showcase their performance ability on our stage. Highlights will include performances from; UCD Staff Music Group Mojo NoJo Peter Scott Chloe the Harpist SAOL… Continue reading Buskers Corner
Enjoy captivating tribal-style dance performed to world music. Expect bright, colourful costumes and an engaging set featuring skirt dance, fan-veils and tribal improvisation. Audience participation is encouraged after the performance, always a big hit with children, who love to dance along.
Do you look up to scientists? Well now you really can! Scientists turned circus stiltwalkers wander around doing simple interactive experiments with you. Never has science been elevated to such entertaining heights.
Enjoy a host of Chinese Cultural Workshops in the beautiful Confucius Building. Join us for an interactive showcase featuring key aspects of Chinese culture, including: Paper cutting Chinese knot making Blow ink painting Art demonstrations Traditional chopstick ping-pong game Chinese instrument appreciation All are welcome!
