Get ready to dive into the sun-soaked excitement of #SummerInBray 2025! This summer, Bray is set to become the heart of unforgettable festivals, events, and activities. Whether you’re a thrill-seeker, music lover, food enthusiast, or just looking for a day of relaxation by the sea, Bray has something for everyone.
Bray’s 2025 summer calendar is bursting with diverse events designed to captivate both locals and visitors alike. From breathtaking air displays to laid-back Sunday sounds by the seafront, there’s no shortage of fun in the sun.
Eugene Finnegan from Bray Tourism commented, “With an exciting range of events, from music festivals and outdoor sports to family activities and cultural experiences, Bray truly has something for everyone. So why not pack a picnic or dine out at one of the many local eateries? It’s a great way to support the community and local businesses while enjoying everything Bray offers.”
#SummerInBray has it all… music, food, thrills, chill and more…
The season kicks off in style, with a variety of thrilling festivals, events and activities to keep everyone entertained, including:
Sunday Summer Sounds on the Seafront Bandstand – selected dates in June, July, August and early September – Read more below!
The Aquathon Series takes place on Wednesday, June 18th, Wednesday, July 23rd and Wednesday, August 6th. Read more at https://www.wicklowtri.com/races/aquathon-series/
Hardy Har Comedy Club at the Harbour Bar on various Thursdays throughout the summer months. Updates at https://www.facebook.com/HardyHarComedyClub/
Beach Yoga with The Martello and Balanced Hearts on the Bray seafront from 8 am to 9 am on the following Saturdays: June 28th, July 12th, August 16th, and September 20th – Read more below!
Wicklow Pride Festival 2025 is back with a week of vibrant events across County Wicklow. Read more at https://bray.ie/wicklowpridefestival2025/
The Summer Festival of Opera returns to Killruddery to celebrate the 30th anniversary of the Veronica Dunne International Singing Competition – Sunday, June 29th. Read more at https://killruddery.com/products/opera-is-fun
Mermaid Arts Centre offers a summer full of unforgettable drama, live music, comedy, visual arts, and more. Check out what’s on at https://www.mermaidartscentre.ie/whats-on/all
Movies by the Bandstand – Thursday, July 3rd, Thursday, July 17th and Thursday, August 7th (cancelled) – Read more below!
The Balally Players present Shakespeare’s Twelfth Night – Thursday, July 3rd and Friday, July 4th at Killruddery. Read more at https://killruddery.com/products/balally-players-present-twelfth-night
Buzz at the Bandstand by Bray Arts showcases diversity through dance within the community. It features Indonesian, African, Indian, Argentinian, and Irish dancers, along with the Azure Roots Band on Sunday, July 6th, from 1 pm at the Seafront Bandstand – Read more at http://brayarts.net/
On July 6th, Fairy Tale Day at Killruddery transforms the gardens into a wonderland of storytelling, creativity, and playful magic. Read more at https://killruddery.com/products/fairy-tale-day
On Wednesday, July 9th, prepare for an hour of toe-tapping melodies, ranging from pop and rock hits to epic movie soundtracks, featuring the visiting Jugendmusik Uzwil (Youth Music Band) from Switzerland. Summer Night Serenade takes place from 7 pm on the Seafront Bandstand
Bray’s iconic Seafront Bandstand is turning up the volume this summer with LiveWave – a brand-new live music series set to light up the shoreline on Friday, July 11th, Saturday, July 12th, and Sunday, August 3rd. Featuring Live Forever, the definitive Oasis tribute band, Smash Hits, and The Garth Brooks Tribute Band – Warm-up acts from 7 pm on July 11/12, and from 4 pm on August 3 — setting the vibe before the headliners hit the stage at 9 pm! Read more below!
The Bray Rowing Club Annual Regatta hits the water on Saturday, July 12th, 2025. Updates at facebook.com/BrayRowingClub
Seafront Funfair – From Saturday, July 19th to Bank Holiday Monday, August 4th (Closed Monday, July 28th and Tuesday, July 29th) – Read more below!
Beach BBQ Festival – Saturday, July 19th and Sunday, July 20th. Read more at beachbbqfestival.com
Brave Maeve Family Festival – Saturday, July 26th and Sunday, July 27th. Read more at bravemaevefestival.com
Chrome Classic Car & Bike Show – Sunday, July 27th. Read more information and learn how to register a car or bike at https://www.chrometheclassiccarshow.com
Bray Air Display – Saturday, August 2nd only. Read more at https://brayairdisplay.com
Breathtaking Fireworks Display – August 4th – Bank Holiday Monday – Read more below!
HER Outdoors Week aims to celebrate and encourage more females to get out and enjoy the benefits of being in the outdoors while bringing visibility to the opportunities for females to get involved in outdoor physical activity. The 2025 events will take place from August 11th to 17th – Read more below!
Off The Ground Theatre presents Treasure Island at Killruddery – Thursday, August 14th and Friday, August 15th. Read more at https://killruddery.com/products/sold-out-off-the-ground-theatre-presents-the-ballads-of-billy-the-kid-copy
National Heritage Week – Saturday, August 16th to Sunday, August 24th, celebrating Ireland’s cultural, built, and natural heritage. Get involved and read more at https://www.heritageweek.ie
The Killruddery End of Summer Garden Party – Sunday, August 17th. Read more at https://killruddery.com/products/killruddery-end-of-summer-garden-party-copy
Get ready, Bray! Bray Comhaltas invites YOU, your family, and friends to an epic Trad Jam session on Saturday, August 23rd at 2 pm outside Holy Redeemer Church. You can read more on our Events Page here.
Hell & Back returns to Killruddery on September 6th and 7th. Book at https://www.hellandback.ie
Life is better at the beach…
Cllr Dermot O’Brien, Cathaoirleach of Bray Municipal District, said, “Bray has always been a great place to enjoy summer, and this year, we’ve raised the bar even higher. From the brand-new weekend music session LiveWave to the exhilarating Bray Air Display, Bray will be packed with unforgettable experiences. We can’t wait to welcome everyone to our beautiful seaside town.”
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The #SummerinBray campaign is a collaborative effort involving the Bray and District Chamber of Commerce, Bray Municipal District, Wicklow County Council and bray.ie. Its goal is to promote tourism products, strengthen the local economy, and create lasting memories for visitors and residents.
All events and activities are subject to change without notice and may be dependent on weather. Be sure to stay up to date by following bray.ie on X, Facebook or on Instagram.
Bray is packed full of incredible experiences that you can’t get anywhere else…
Bray is the ideal destination, whether you’re planning a family holiday, a day trip, or simply enjoying a weekend break this summer. Plan your visit by utilising our award-winning website. Hit the menu button to explore things to see and do, eat and drink, places to stay + more.
‘Movies by the bandstand’ Terms & Conditions
- The ‘Movies by the bandstand’ screenings are a free event
- All movies will start at 6 pm and 8:30 pm
- Please dress appropriately for the weather
- You can bring a blanket, deck chair or camp chair
- No pets are allowed
- There’s no alcohol allowed
- Our ‘Movies by the bandstand’ screenings are age-appropriate. The onus is on the parent to decide if the movie is suitable for their child to watch
- If attending the ‘Movies by the bandstand’ screenings, children must be accompanied by an adult
- The screenings will take place on Bray seafront by the bandstand. Please be good to the environment, respect your town, and take everything home with you
- There is limited parking throughout the seafront
- The event team reserves the right to refuse admission
- ‘Movies by the bandstand’ screenings are weather-dependent; if bad weather is forecast, screenings may be cancelled at short notice
- Technical issues, glitches or failures are unforeseen. Our event team will try to find a solution. Please be patient and have some respect for our on-the-ground teams. If a solution can’t be found, it may result in the screening being cancelled without notice. Unfortunately, sometimes these things happen at outdoor events. We apologise in advance for any inconvenience this may cause
- Like all bray.ie events it is subject to change without notice and may be weather permitting. Please keep an eye on our social media pages, X, Facebook or Instagram for updates
About Bray
Bray is a coastal town in County Wicklow and is situated about 20 km south of Dublin city centre on the east coast. According to the 2022 census, it is the tenth-largest urban area within the Republic of Ireland.
Bray is a resort town, making it a destination for tourists and day-trippers, with a great social scene, bustling town centre, and thriving industry.
Bray is home to…
Ireland’s oldest film studios, Ardmore Studios, the award-winning Bray Air Display, Bray Central – an impressive leisure, dining and retail development located in the heart of the thriving town of Bray, Bray Emmets GAA Club which was founded in 1885, Bray Wanderers Football Club with its home matches played at the Carlisle Grounds, East Coast FM – Wicklow’s Favourite Radio Station and Mermaid Arts Centre – a leading space where ideas, creativity, imagination and artistic expression find a natural home.
Getting to Bray couldn’t be simpler…
Irish Rail, Dublin Bus, Go-Ahead Ireland on behalf of Transport for Ireland, Bus Éireann, Finnegan’s Bray, Aircoach, St. Kevin’s Bus Service to Glendalough and the M11 and M50 motorways provide commuter links between Bray and the rest of the country. For detailed travel information and directions, visit bray.ie/directions/.
Bray Town has won numerous awards…
- bray.ie won ‘Best Connected Council‘ at the All-Ireland Community & Council Awards in 2017. Read more here.
- Bray Air Display was crowned ‘Best Event’ at The Irish Tourism Awards 2017. Read more here.
- Bray was runners-up at the Bank of Ireland National Enterprise Town Awards 2018. Read more here.
- The ‘Brave Maeve Children’s Myth & Art Trail’ won ‘Best Use of Creativity in the Community’ Award at the Business to Arts Awards 2018. Read more here.
- The Bray Air Display and the ‘Summer in Bray’ tourism initiative won Silver at The All Ireland Community and Council Awards in 2019. Read more here.
- River Dargle Flood Defence Scheme was a winner at the Engineers Ireland Excellence Awards 2018. Read more here.
Campaign tagline – ‘Soak up the sun & dive into fun in Bray’
Join the conversation – Campaign hashtags are #SummerInBray, #LoveBray and #Bray
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Vendor information
Artisan Events manages the Food, Craft & Brand Village at the festival, so if you have any questions, please see artisanevents.ie or call +353 1 4969883.
Media queries
For further information, interview requests, media accreditation, filming opportunities and high-resolution images, please email info@bray.ie.