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🇮🇪 Good morning Dublin,
We’re in that late-February window where the evenings are stretching, the city feels like it’s waking up, and everyone’s starting to believe they might actually leave the house midweek.
Here’s what’s happening across Dublin today.
🌤️ Weather
A cold but mostly bright day with scattered showers later.
Highs around 8°C, dropping close to freezing tonight.
Looks like spring. Feels like February.
🏘️ Around the neighbourhoods
Templeogue
Dublin GAA’s long-delayed Spawell training hub has cleared planning appeals, paving the way for new pitches, indoor facilities, and a major boost to the county’s long-term infrastructure.
Drumcondra
One street has quietly become Dublin’s luckiest this month after selling multiple winning Lotto tickets. Expect a small surge in “I’ll just grab one while I’m here” purchases.
South inner city
Gardaí continue investigating a serious assault earlier this week as part of ongoing efforts to tackle violent incidents in the area.
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🗞️ The big Dublin stories today
Workplace safety back in focus
A man in his 40s has died following an incident at a Dublin building site, prompting a formal investigation by the relevant authorities. The tragedy highlights ongoing safety concerns across high-risk industries.
Major GAA infrastructure boost
After years in planning limbo, Dublin GAA’s new training complex has received the go-ahead. It’s a long-term investment in facilities for players at every level — and one of the bigger sporting developments in the city pipeline.
Dublin’s lucky streak continues
Multiple big-ticket Lotto wins across the city this month have put Dublin firmly in the “maybe I’ll try one” mindset.
Film festival energy building
Industry talks and screenings continue across venues today as part of the city’s international film festival. These quieter midweek sessions are often where future Irish productions quietly begin.
📍 On Today in Dublin (Wednesday 25 February)
If you’re leaving the house, here are actual things happening today:
🎥 Dublin International Film Festival Screenings
Multiple afternoon and evening screenings across city venues. Expect Irish premieres, international features, and post-film Q&As.
🎤 Midweek Comedy
Open mic comedy nights typically run tonight in venues like The International Bar — a solid low-cost option if you want something different to Netflix.
🎶 Live Trad Sessions
Midweek trad sessions kick off tonight in spots like The Cobblestone in Smithfield. No tickets. Just turn up.
🏛️ Late museum hours
Select city museums remain open into the early evening midweek — including National Gallery of Ireland — ideal for a quiet post-work wander.
🧭 Hidden Dublin: A quiet city escape
Blessington Street Basin
Tucked just off the North Circular Road, the Blessington Street Basin is one of those places many Dubliners pass for years without ever stepping inside.
Originally built as a reservoir in the 1800s, it’s now a small landscaped park with a pond, walking paths, and benches that make it feel miles away from the traffic outside.
If you need a quiet lunch spot, somewhere to read, or just a break from the city noise, this is one of Dublin’s best hidden pockets.
☕ One small Dublin thought
This is the time of year when the city slowly remembers it has parks, coastlines, and outdoor tables.
Give it two sunny evenings and Dublin will suddenly feel alive again.
If you enjoy Dublin Scoop, forward it to someone who says there’s nothing happening in Dublin — they’re usually just not looking.
See you tomorrow,
Dublin Scoop Team
