Friends of Saint Patrick’s Cathedral

The Friends come from all walks of life and all faiths and none but are united by their commitment to Saint Patrick’s Cathedral.

Each Friend is entitled to free entry to the cathedral (on presentation of their membership card), the twice-yearly magazine, Saint Patrick’s People, and to apply for tickets to the Christmas Eve Service of Nine Lessons and Carols. The activities of the Friends include the annual Friends Festival Evensong and Garden Party in June, a Christmas Evening in December, and visits to places of interest.

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Upcoming Events

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April 2026

Wednesday 15th. 2.15pm

Guided tour of the State Apartments at Dublin Castle.

The State apartments in Dublin Castle were once the residential and public quarters of the Viceregal court. Now they are the venue for formal state functions such as presidential inaugurations and Ireland’s presidencies of the European Union receptions. On our tour we will be brought through the elegantly proportioned rooms and we will learn of the history and many uses to which the building was put to over the years.

Meet outside the entrance to the State Apartments in Upper Castle Yard.

Booking is essential. Places may be booked by emailing: Friendsoutingspc@gmail.com (preferred) or by texting Eric Wolfe 0861798747. Cost per person €7.50.

 

May 2026

Wednesday 20th

Friends AGM

The Annual General Meeting of the Friends of Saint Patrick’s Cathedral,7.30 pm in the newly refurbished Mews Building. This is a great opportunity for Friends to see the beautifully restored Mews. The meeting will be followed by a talk by the cathedral administrator Mr Gavan Woods who will speak about his role as administrator and his future plans for the cathedral.

 

June 2026

Sunday 21st

Annual Friends Evensong

The Annual Friends Evensong will take place at 3.15 pm. The preacher will be the Rev Canon Malcolm Kingston, Prebendary of Yagoe and Rector of St Mark’s Church, Armagh. The service will be followed by the garden party in the deanery garden (by kind permission).

 

August 2026

Monday 17th

Heritage Week

A talk in the Mews Building by Albert Fenton on “Church of Ireland Women in the Easter Rising 1916”. 6.30 in the Deanery Mews. Entrance via door in Saint Patrick’s Close.

 

September 2026

Saturday 5th

Day trip to Kilkenny by train

Meet in the ticket hall of Heuston Station at 9.45 am with train departure at 10.15am.The visit includes guided tours of Saint Canice’s Cathedral and Kilkenny Castle.

Departure from Kilkenny by train with an expected arrival time of 8.48pm at Heuston Station. Train times are subject to change. Places may be booked by emailing Friendsoutingspc@gmail.com or by texting Eric Wolfe at 0861798747

 

October 2026

Wednesday 7th

Musical tour of National Gallery of Ireland

With more than sixty paintings having some musical interest, from performance to portraits and depictions of instruments, this is a major strand in the collection, offering alternative look, with plenty of engaging works. It covers both religious and secular subjects, ranging from emergence of lute and lost Renaissance instrument; arrival of new ones, like guitar and harpsichord; an Antwerp painted cabinet, to Georgian Dublin and Victorian depictions of Mass and street musicians.

Our guide is Adrian Le Harivel, Curator at the National Gallery of Ireland for 42 years, who has long been exponent of enjoying links between visual and aural music and was with us at Trinity College last year.

Meet at the Merrion Square entrance at 2.15pm for a start at 2.30pm

 

November 2026

Wednesday 4th

Guided tour of the Little Museum of Dublin, 15 St Stephen’s Green, Dublin 2

Tour starts at 2.15pm. Admission €16.

A history of Dublin with drama and music which is very much a trip down memory lane. The programme includes a video presentation, guided tour and time to roam and review the exhibits.

The museum is in a beautifully restored Georgian House near the corner of Dawson street. Places may be booked by emailing Friendsoutingspc@gmail.com or texting Eric Wolfe at 0861798747

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Become a Friend

Membership of the Friends of Saint Patrick’s Cathedral can be purchased online.

Alternatively, you can email FriendsStPDublin@gmail.com if you would like to pay by other means.

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Individual Subscription Rates

One-Year Annual Membership: €25.00 (Overseas: €30.00)

Five-Year Membership: €100.00 (Overseas: €120.00)

Life Membership: €1,200.00

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How do I get tickets for the annual Christmas Eve Service?

The Christmas Eve Service of Nine Lessons and Carols is one of the most popular events in the Cathedral’s calendar. Due to its popularity, admission is by ticket only.

Once you have become a Friend, you can apply for tickets by sending a stamped self-addressed envelope to the office of the Cathedral before 28 November.

Saint Patrick’s Cathedral
Saint Patrick’s Close
Dublin D08 H6X3

Please state how many tickets you would like (maximum of 2 tickets permitted).