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Upcoming Events
Keukenhof, Amsterdam, 22 March to 20 May 2012 The world's largest garden (32-hectares) bursts with colour during this eight week spring season. This showcase of flowers (particularly the elegant tulips and daffodils) attracts some 800,000 visitors to its flowery ramparts and is divided into theme gardens, sculpture routes and a children's exhibition known as Clever Clogs ... read more
Chelsea Flower Show, London, 22 - 26 May 2012 The Chelsea Flower Show is an annual event organised by the Royal Horticultural Society and since its inception in 1913, has been recognised as the foremost show of its kind in the world. An immensely popular event, the show draws crowds of thousands every year with its colourful and beautifully sculptured displays. Experts from the Royal Horticultural Society are on hand, ready to impart gardening advice... read more
Israel Festival, Jerusalem, 23 May to 17 June 2012 TBC The Israel Festival is a celebration of performing arts from around the world. Israel's major international cultural event, it showcases amazing theatre, dance, opera and classical music performances, including the best of Israel's own talent. Programmes vary to exhibit a wide range of cultures, from ethnic music to opera, traditional and experimental theatre, and classical and contemporary dance. Throughout the festival there are also numerous free performances,... read more
French Open, Paris, May to June 2012 TBA Together with Wimbledon, the Australian Open and the US Open, the French Open is one of the four events that together are known as the tennis 'Grand Slam'. The tournament has become the most highly prized clay court title in the world and one of the biggest sporting events in France. Besides the best tennis players in the world, the stadium is also the place... read more
Indianapolis 500-Mile Race, Indianapolis, 27 May 2012 Since its inaugural race in 1911, the Indianapolis 500 has become the 'Greatest Spectacle in Racing'. Each year, the world's top drivers compete for one of the most recognizable prizes in all of sports, the Borg-Warner Trophy. The 500 Festival takes place in the weeks leading up to the event, staging the nation's largest half-marathon and culminating in the IPL 500 Festival Parade the day before... read more
Great Wall Marathon, Beijing, 19 May 2012 The longest man-made structure in the world lends just a small portion of itself for one of the most gorgeous races in the world. The two races of 3 miles (5km) and 6 miles (10km) each take place in some of the hilliest parts of the famous wall and are sure to be a test for any of those undertaking the race. ... read more
Yeats: The Life and Works of William Butler Yeats, Dublin, Daily The award winning exhibition 'Yeats: the life and works of William Butler Yeats' features manuscripts from the National Library's collection and covers many aspects of the poet's life and his development as a writer. There are also other fascinating material which has been generously donated by Mrs George Yeats, wife of the poet, and Michael Yeats, the poet's son, over several years. ... read more
Irish Music and Dance Show, Dublin, Nightly The banquet and show is a highly entertaining performance of live traditional Irish music, ballads and Irish dancing which takes place at the Merry Ploughboy Pub. Guests can enjoy a baquet while relaxing with a pint of Guiness and being entertained by the very best of Irish ballad bands, such as Dublin's very own Merry Ploughboys. The Irish ballad session is usually interrupted midway by a... read more |
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