Dine with a difference or have a laugh at Ballina’s Climate Action Weekend

NOW in its third year, this year’s Ballina Climate Action Weekend brings some unusual angles to climate action.

Taking place on November 24 and 25, some of the highlights of the festival will capture the imaginations of locals, challenging attendees to think differently about climate change - and offer a great night out as well.

Chef Ronan Fox will guide diners through a zero waste dining experience on Friday, November 24, showcasing foods that are seasonal, sustainable and with a low carbon footprint. Throughout this gastronomic adventure diners will learn how to minimise food waste and create mouthwatering meals at home. This will be an exceptional experience for those who attend.

The Accidental Activist, comedian Diane O’Connor’s climate action themed show, will take place on Saturday, November 25, in the stunning surrounds of the Stables at Belleek Castle. Comedy has been a really useful tool for creating conversation about the climate emergency, and a help in dealing with the stresses and worry of ever more gloomy climate news. Diane’s show takes these emotions and challenging themes, and shares her story of becoming an activist, with plenty of laughs along the way.

There are lots more events taking place as part of Ballina’s Climate Action Weekend, including funding workshops, a swap shop, tree planting and circular economy showcase.

Tickets for the Zero Waste Pop Up Dining Experience and the Accidental Activist and full details of the programme are available on www.maryrobinsoncentre.ie.

Ballina Climate Action Weekend is a Ballina Green Town event, supported by Ballina 2023, CARO Atlantic Seaboard North and AIB.