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Bray Municipal District Councillors have approved a significant discretionary funding program totalling €416,868 for 2026. This funding will support a wide range of projects aimed at enhancing community facilities, improving public spaces, protecting local heritage and investing in environmental initiatives across the district. The funding package, ...

Wicklow Pride CLG has officially unveiled the schedule for the highly anticipated Wicklow Pride Festival 2026, which is set to run from June 28th to July 4th. Since registering as a charity in 2024, the organisation has dedicated itself to creating safe, welcoming, and joyful spaces ...

Wicklow County Fire Service has successfully brought a large gorse fire on Bray Head under control. However, emergency services remain vigilant, and members of the public are advised to avoid the affected area. Fire crews from both Bray and Greystones maintained a dedicated presence on Bray ...

The Bray to Greystones Cliff Walk Committee met on Tuesday, May 26th 2026, to receive a project update from Wicklow County Council and Tetra Tech (formerly RPS) Consultants. The committee reviewed the extensive technical, environmental, and engineering work currently underway to address the ongoing closure of ...

Students from Bray have taken the sustainable innovation award prize at this year’s Student Enterprise Programme National Finals. The Finals of the Local Enterprise Office initiative took place on May 7th in Mullingar. Supported by Local Enterprise Office Wicklow, the winning students were Elodie O'Brien and ...

An electrifying new youth music competition has officially launched to spotlight the next generation of musical talent. Battle of the Sounds 2026 is calling on talented solo artists, singers, rappers, and bands aged 15–23 to step forward, perform live, follow in the footsteps of famous ...

The 15th Annual Wicklow Wide Coffee Morning has raised an incredible €47,528.44 for cancer support services and hospice care across County Wicklow, once again demonstrating the remarkable generosity and community spirit that defines the county. Now firmly established as a staple of the local calendar, the ...

Cruinniú na nÓg, the National Day of Creativity for children and young people, returns to County Wicklow on Saturday, June 6th 2026. The theme for this year is “Unleash Your Creative Spark!” Attendees can look forward to seeing children and young people engage in music, ...

The countdown to the ultimate summer is on! We are busy behind the scenes planning an absolutely unforgettable lineup for the #SummerInBray 2026 Festival & Events season! From sun-soaked beach days to vibrant festival vibes, incredible music, and family-friendly magic, Bray is the only place ...

Bray Tourism, in conjunction with Bray & District Chamber of Commerce have launched a series of walking tours around Bray for the enjoyment of visitors and locals alike. The walks will be operated by local Leaving Certificate student Jake O’Neill, who hopes to bring a fresh ...

The National Transport Authority (NTA), in partnership with Wicklow County Council and Wicklow Sports & Recreation Partnership (WSRP), announced details of Bike Week 2026, which will take place from Saturday, 9th May to Sunday, 17th May. A diverse and exciting programme of events is planned across ...

The wait is finally almost over! We are thrilled to confirm that The Arc Cinema and the Arc Arena will officially open their doors in Bray Central in November 2026. This isn’t just a cinema; it’s a 40,000 sq. ft. entertainment revolution designed to bring the ...

Wicklow County Council has provided an update on the Bray to Greystones Cliff Walk following a project committee meeting held on 22nd April. While the path remains closed due to significant safety risks, several technical and administrative milestones have been reached: Surveys & Assessments: Ecological ...

The community is preparing to fill their cups for a significant cause as the annual East Coast FM Wicklow Wide Coffee Morning returns on Friday, April 24th. This county-wide event brings people together to raise essential funds for local cancer support services and the Wicklow ...

The spirit of St. Patrick’s Day returned to the heart of the community on Thursday evening, April 9th, as the official winners of the 2026 Bray St. Patrick’s Day Parade were honoured at a special awards ceremony held at Bray Town Hall. The event saw a ...

Earlier this week, the streets of Bray were transformed into a vibrant sea of green as record crowds gathered under bright spring sunshine for the 2026 St. Patrick’s Day Parade. After forty-eight hours of deliberation and a massive public response, we are thrilled to officially ...

Record crowds gathered in Bray today as bright spring sunshine provided the perfect backdrop for the 2026 St. Patrick’s Day Parade, transforming the town into a vibrant celebration of community and Irish culture.From the moment the parade began, spectators packed the route from Bray Town ...

A new playground was officially opened in Bog Meadow, Enniskerry, on Monday, March 9th, by Cathaoirleach of Wicklow County Council, Cllr. Melanie Corrigan. Also in attendance at the opening was the Chief Executive of Wicklow County Council, Emer O’Gorman, along with staff and representatives from Wicklow ...

Ongoing maintenance is currently underway along the Bray seafront to ensure the long-term resilience of our coastline. Bray Municipal District and Wicklow County Council have advised that these essential beach nourishment works are being conducted as part of the scheduled upkeep of the Bray Coastal ...

Bray Municipal District was proud to host a special Cathaoirleach’s Civic Reception in honour of Square One Theatre Group, celebrating an extraordinary milestone — 50 years of theatrical performance and cultural contribution in Bray. The reception recognised Square One Theatre Group’s longstanding commitment to the arts ...