Renewed Irish-Welsh rugby rivalry kicked off the weekend as Leinster defeated the Llanelli Scarlets 16-13 this evening in their RaboDirect PRO12 clash at the RDS.
Elsewhere, the Jameson Dublin International Film Festival (JDIFF) kicked off last night in a gala opening at the Savoy.
Filmgoers can catch some of the films this opening weekend – more than 110 flicks from as many as 30 countries.
Films are selling out fast, so make sure to call ahead. Don’t forget to check JDIFF’s website to lookout for drink and dining specials. Many special guests are set to attend the events, including Al Pacino, Glenn Close, Mark Wahlberg, Martin Sheen and more.
Tomorrow looks to dawn cold, clear and dry, with some wintry showers expected in the north. Winds from the northwest will make the temperature feel colder than it is, though the mercury will read 6 to 9 degrees
Those in Cork can celebrate the written word with the Cork Spring Literary Festival. The event continues through Saturday with poetry reading and workshops and will culminate in the presentation of the Gregory O'Donoghue International Poetry Prize.
If you find yourself in Galway, meander over to the Clifden 200 Railway & Transport Heritage Weekend through Sunday. Lectures, walks and exhibitions commemorate Clifden's old railway line, one of the country’s most scenic routes, and its role in Irish history.
Through Sunday, you can learn some new tunes and practice your Irish in the Scoil Cheoil an Earraigh in Kerry. Classes will be held in playing many instruments, including flute, harp, accordion and more. Stick around for sean-nós singing and dancing, guided walks, or chat away at Irish and Scots-Gaelic classes.
Enjoy Sunday’s weather while you can – the day will start out frosty, but likely end dry and bright and fairly mild from 4 to 7 degrees. Widespread heavy rain is predicted for Monday, with wet and windy weather to continue later in the week.