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Bloomsday
A celebration of James Joyce's novel Ulysses on 16 June, the day in 1904 on which the book is set.
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- International
OrganiserJames Joyce Centre
ListingAdded by us from official sources
Last checked19 October 2026
First heldNot known
About the day
The James Joyce Centre in Dublin runs a Bloomsday Festival each June, with readings, walks and people in Edwardian dress. The 2026 festival ran from 11 to 16 June.
Dates for the next three years
| Year | Date | Where | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2027 | Wednesday 16 June 2027 | International, UK | Same date every year |
| 2028 | Friday 16 June 2028 | International, UK | Same date every year |
| 2029 | Saturday 16 June 2029 | International, UK | Same date every year |
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