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Important Notice Visitors to #Bray over the festive weekend are encouraged, where possible, to use public transport, as there is limited paid parking along Bray Seafront. If you plan to travel by car, please use the town centre car parks at Herbert Road and Bray Central. ...

Whether you are a budding entrepreneur in Bray with a "back-of-the-napkin" idea, a scaling tech startup, or a long-standing retailer on the Main Street, the most important dates for your calendar this spring are Monday, March 2nd to Friday, March 6th 2026. Local Enterprise Week 2026 ...

The Bray to Greystones Cliff Walk Management Committee met on Wednesday, 11th February 2026.  The Committee received a presentation from RPS Consultants Ltd. The presentation focused on the route options selection on the Greystones side and a progress update on detailed slope investigations and methodology required for ...

Mermaid County Wicklow Arts Centre, a cornerstone of Bray’s cultural life since 2002, has launched an initiative to ensure its long-term sustainability. The “Sponsor A Seat” campaign, alongside a relaunch of the Friends scheme, arrives at a time when the centre is managing record attendance ...

Wicklow County Council is inviting volunteers to take part in a major native hedgerow planting event at Bray Head on Sunday, February 8th, supporting local biodiversity restoration and climate resilience. Approximately 3,000 native bare-root trees and shrubs will be planted during the day, with guidance from ...

Get ready to turn up the volume and soak in the atmosphere—the Bray Jazz Festival is officially returning in 2026, and it’s set to be the biggest celebration in the event’s history! Marking a monumental 25th anniversary, the festival will once again take over the town ...

Get ready to wipe those January blues away because the funniest week of the year is returning to the seaside! The Bray Comedy Festival is officially back for 2026, running from Monday, February 9th to Sunday, February 15th. From household names to the brightest rising stars ...

The Bray to Greystones Cliff Walk Management Committee met on Wednesday, January 14th 2026. The recently extended Committee, comprising increased representation from the elected members of both the Bray and Greystones Municipal Districts and external representation from Business Pillars and Local Interest groups, received a ...

The countdown to the most vibrant day of the year has officially begun! The organisers of the St. Patrick’s Day Bray Parade 2026 are putting out an enthusiastic call to all schools, sports clubs, dance troupes, and community organisations: it’s time to get creative and ...

As the festive lights dim and the final countdown approaches, it’s time to pause and look back at the incredible year of achievements in Bray, County Wicklow, during 2025. This wasn't just any year—it was a year defined by golden achievements, record-breaking milestones, and significant ...

Wicklow County Council is pleased to announce that applications are now open for the Community Monuments Fund 2026. The Community Monuments Fund (CMF) is administered by the Heritage Office of Wicklow County Council on behalf of the National Monuments Service of the Department of Housing, ...

Wicklow County Council is inviting applications for three separate Awards in 2026: the Creative Wicklow Grant Scheme, the brand new Creative Wicklow Innovation Award, and the ‘Sing in Wicklow’ Awards Scheme. A total of €15,000 is available for the Creative Wicklow Grant Scheme and €50,000 for ...

Wicklow County Arts Office invites applications for 2026 Arts Act funding schemes, designed to support artists, communities, arts festivals, arts participation, and art-form development across Co. Wicklow. These schemes are integral to Wicklow County Council’s broader efforts to encourage excellence in the arts and enhance community ...

Following the success of the initiative in 2024 and 2025, Screen Wicklow and Wicklow Arts Office are excited to announce the launch of the Wicklow Short Film Award for 2026. The purpose of the award is to support Wicklow filmmakers in creating high-quality, original films in ...

The Cathaoirleach and Elected Members of Wicklow County Council held a Civic Reception yesterday evening, Monday 1st December in honour of Lara Gillespie, to celebrate Lara becoming Ireland’s first female gold medal, track world cycling champion. The memorable Civic Reception was held in the Wicklow County ...

The festive season officially roared to life in Bray on Saturday, November 22nd, as thousands gathered for the annual Christmas Lights Switch-On, marking the start of the #ChristmasInBray 2025 campaign. The atmosphere was electric, with families enjoying a magical evening of entertainment, community spirit, and ...

The Bray & District Chamber of Commerce is delighted to announce the resounding success of the Endeavour Awards 2025, which took place on Thursday, November 20th, at the prestigious Mermaid Arts Centre. The annual event was a magnificent celebration of the outstanding commitment, dedication, and ...

bray.ie is delighted to announce that Marine Life Aquarium Bray opens its doors for an immediate soft launch this festive season. Completely redesigned with modern exhibits and a strong focus on education and marine conservation, this brand-new attraction significantly strengthens Bray’s bespoke tourism offering while ...