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Good morning, Dublin!
Is it actually happening? After what feels like a lifetime of rain, the weather boffins are whispering that today, Tuesday, March 3rd, could finally be the first full dry day of 2026.
If you see a bright yellow orb in the sky, don't be alarmed, that's the sun. We’ve got news on a massive housing pipeline shift, a legendary bar reopening, and the best ways to spend your Tuesday evening (spoiler: it involves running or reading).
⛅ WEATHER & TRAVEL:
Weather: ☀️ Dry & Sunny. After a cold, frosty start, temperatures will climb to a pleasant 11°C. Met Éireann says high pressure is taking over, giving us a rare, rain-free window.
Travel: 🚧 Duke Street Diversions: Resurfacing works continue on Duke Street (Grafton St to Duke Lane) until March 13th.
Roads: Watch out on Greenville Avenue (D8), trenching and ducting works mean local diversions are in place through the Liberties today.
📣 THE BIG SCOOP
The Apartment Capital: 98% of New Permits are High-Rise
New data from the Dublin Housing Supply Pipeline reveals a staggering shift in the city's skyline. Of the 27,000 planning permissions currently active in the Dublin City Council area, 98.3% are for apartments.
The Details:
Only a tiny fraction of new permissions are for traditional houses within the city bounds.
To manage the growing density, DCC is launching the FiXiT app this week, aimed at speeding up repairs for social housing tenants through a fully digital "maintenance stream."
The Debate: While the "up not out" approach helps density, community groups are calling for more balanced family housing to keep the city center lived-in.
The Scene: Cranes are becoming a permanent fixture from the Docklands to the Liberties as the "Apartment Era" of Dublin truly takes hold. Why it matters: Dublin is transforming from a low-rise capital into a modern European hub. The challenge now is ensuring the infrastructure (schools, parks, and shops) keeps pace with the thousands of new balconies.
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📰 NEIGHBORHOOD NUGGETS
🔥 Drop Dead Twice Returns: In brilliant news for the Liberties, the beloved Francis Street bar has officially reopened its doors. It’s been a long three years since a devastating fire shut them down in 2022. Welcome back!
🍗 Popeyes is Coming: The American fried chicken giant has confirmed it’s opening its first Irish branches this spring. Keep an eye on Westmoreland Street and Blanchardstown—500 jobs are on the way.
🟢 Seachtain na Gaeilge: Following last night’s historic DCC meeting (conducted entirely in Irish), the festival is in full swing. Check out the City Book Club at the Central Library (ILAC) today at 5:30 PM for a bilingual chat.
💼 Local Enterprise Week: It’s Day 2! If you’re a budding entrepreneur, there are 18 events across the city this week focusing on everything from AI for business to green regulations.
⚓ LOCAL SPOTLIGHT
Sandymount Night Run: 5K or 10K?
If you see a sea of neon moving through Sean Moore Park tonight, don't worry—it's just the return of the Sandymount Night Run.
❝The Details: The race kicks off at 7:20 PM. It’s flat, fast, and famously scenic. Even if you aren't running, the atmosphere at the finish line is usually electric.
The Vibe: With the dry weather finally arriving, it’s the perfect night to clear the head. Just watch out for some minor pedestrian congestion around the Sandymount strand area between 7 PM and 9 PM.
In case you missed it
📅 WHAT'S ON (The Tuesday Planner)
Silent Disco @ Whelan's (Upstairs) | 11:00 PM | The ultimate Tuesday tradition. €5 entry for two channels of music and a lot of off-key singing.
Ciorcal Cairde @ Central Library | 5:30 PM | An informal meet-up to practice your Irish. Perfect for anyone wanting to "Bain Triail Aisti" (Give it a go).
📢 WHAT’S THE SCOOP ON YOUR STREET?
Spotted a new planning sign? Noticed a shop closing? Send to this email [email protected] Help us keep the Southside informed! 🤫
👋 WRAP UP
It’s going to be a dry one, so leave the umbrella at home for once. Whether you're hitting the pavement in Sandymount or the dancefloor in Whelan's, enjoy the rare March sunshine. We'll see you tomorrow.
— The Dublin Scoop Team
