The idea
Events range from live music and street performances to heritage walks, sustainability workshops, food events and local sporting activities including boxing, GAA, soccer and traditional skittles.
Many events are small, community-led gatherings in quirky locations, streets and public spaces across the neighbourhood. Anyone in the community can propose and run an event, creating opportunities for neighbours to share their skills, culture and interests while welcoming new members of the community.
The highlight of the weekend is the Family Fun Day on Sunday, with 2 miles of street traffic free, transforming the street into a vibrant public space with live stages, children’s activities, local food vendors and community stalls.
Funding will support staging, sound equipment, safety management and accessibility measures to ensure the festival remains safe, inclusive and open to all.
What we'll deliver
- Free family focused entertainment
- Build community
- Support diversity
- Generate revenue for local businesses
- Encourage local people to volunteer
Why it's a great idea
- Encourages community bonding by bringing together residents of all ages and backgrounds.
- Showcases and supports local talent, businesses, and creativity.
- Promotes sustainability and environmental awareness through festival themes.
- Enhances awareness and appreciation of the area's rich heritage and history.
- Provides a free, family-friendly day out accessible to all.
Steps to get it done
- 28 March - launch stoneybatter festival at our Pride of Place monthly meeting
- 23 April fundraising event - race night
- 29 April - festival open meeting for all committee updates and event submissions
- 27 May - festival meeting with all event organisers and volunteers
- 15 April - open meeting for local businesses running an event for the festival
- 10 June - volunteers meeting
- 17 June- final pre-festival meeting
