In 2013 the people of Ireland are hosting an unprecedented year-long celebration of everything that is unique and great about Ireland and you are invited to join in. Communities, villages and towns throughout Ireland will be organising a packed calendar of gatherings, festivals and events to welcome people from all over the world.
With the focus on Ireland's vibrant, living culture, heritage and people, it is a chance to experience Ireland like never before. So come and join the celebration!

This Irish Gathering App highlights some of the events taking place throughout Ireland in 2013. Immerse yourself in the history of Ireland from the start of stone age to the arrival of the Celts and Vikings up to the present day. Learn about the great Irish famine that resulted in widespread immigration which has contributed towards an Irish Diaspora of around 70 million worldwide.
Find out if you are in the Top 100 Irish names! Discover the meaning of your name and where in Ireland it comes from.

Celebrate our writers, poets and playwrights, with a look at their life-long work and achievements, and discover some amazing facts about Ireland and its people! Keep this app as a pocket reference guide for when you visit Ireland.

"May the road rise up to meet you, may the wind be ever at your back. May the sun shine warm upon your face and the rain fall softly on your fields. And until we meet again, May God hold you in the hollow of his hand."