Irish Culture, Fun and Entertainment

Culture

Diamonds are a girl's best friend but what are the ethical alternatives?

Whether you’re trying to be eco-friendly or looking to save, there are plenty of mined diamond alternatives to consider. Read all about them, here.

Entertainment

LIVE NOW: Neil Hannon, Cathy Davey, and Eve Belle perform live from Ireland today!

Neil Hannon, Cathy Davey, and Eve Belle will be performing on Tuesday, July 7 for the next episode of the 'Courage' live stream series, presented by Other Voices. Tune in here!

Culture

Irish photographer captures reality of emigration with touching new series

El Keegan emigrated to Toronto from Dublin five years ago but hasn't been able to fully settle in her new home city because of her love of Ireland and the homesickness that accompanies it.

Roots

The most popular Irish baby names in America

Irish baby names are ever so popular in the United States.

Craic

Our favorite jokes from Ireland's favorite comedian – Dave Allen

On this day, Irish master of wit, Dave Allen was born on July 6, 1937! Some of our favorite comic bits from the joke-telling genius.

Travel

The ten longest and strangest place names in Ireland

From Galway's Glassillaunvealnacurra to Waterford's Scartnadrinymountain - the longest Irish place name has 22 letters.

Entertainment

WATCH: Guinness ad pays tribute to American heroes for the 4th of July

Guinness raises a pint to American heroes for the 4th of July in this touching ad from 2013.

Other Writers

The bee’s knees! Monk learns great wisdom from his hive at Glenstal Abbey

How the beehives at Glenstal Abbey have shown this Irish monk the value of caring for other living beings.

Culture

Michael Flatley’s “Celtic Tiger” available to watch for free online this weekend

Michael Flatley's "Celtic Tiger" Irish dance show will be available to watch for free on YouTube beginning July 3.

Entertainment

Who was Liam Neeson married to?

Natasha Richardson was born in London in 1963 to two Academy Award-winning parents - Tony Richardson and Vanessa Redgrave.

Community

Subscribe to Ireland of the Welcomes this 4th of July and get 20% off

To celebrate Independence Day, we are offering our online family a 20% discount on all subscriptions to Ireland of the Welcomes.

Community

Reconnect with Roscommon on Global Rossie Day

Global Rossie Day kicks off at 2 p.m. on Sunday, July 5, and will feature musical performances from Roscommon natives, like Fintan Donnelly, in addition to interviews with natives around the world.

Entertainment

Normal People’s author’s first novel gets TV treatment

BBC and Hulu, behind the smash-hit Normal People, will now taking on Sally Rooney's first novel, Conversations with Friends.

Craic

Some names common in Ireland are banned in other countries

Did you know these innocuous names that are typical in Ireland are a big 'no-no' in some parts of the world?

Food & Drink

July 4th red, white, and blue chocolate cupcakes recipe

Sumptuously simple and delicious 4th of July recipe decorated perfectly for Independence Day!

Food & Drink

Irish whiskey BBQ sauce and basting sauce recipe for the 4th of July

This Irish whiskey gives this bbq sauce a tasty wee "kick" and adds a depth to the sauce that you'll fall in love with.

Events

LIVE NOW: "A Night for Black Lives" - music, comedy, and a quiz live from Ireland

"A Night for Black Lives," an evening of fun live from Ireland in support of the Irish Network Against Racism and the Minnesota Black Chamber of Commerce, will be broadcast on July 2 - tune in here!

Craic