Bloomsday(Dublin, Ireland)
Bloomsday commemorates the life of Leopold Bloom, the protagonist of James Joyce's Ulysses, with celebrations in Dublin and worldwide.
Held on June 16th, Bloomsday traces the fictional journey of Leopold Bloom through the streets of Dublin as depicted in James Joyce's novel Ulysses. Literary enthusiasts don Edwardian attire, attend public readings, and follow guided walking tours that mirror Bloom's route. First marked informally by Joyce's friends in 1954, the day has grown into an international festival featuring theater productions, art exhibitions, and themed menus. Dublin's pubs and cafes host storytelling sessions and live music inspired by early 20th-century life. Bloomsday offers a unique opportunity to immerse oneself in one of literature's most celebrated works and experience Dublin through Joyce's eyes.
Bloomsday
Dublin