BRIAN O'CONNELLwith his pick of upcoming summer events
GLUCKSMAN UNPLUGGED
As part of Heritage Week, the Glucksman Gallery, on the grounds of University College Cork, has a free recital tomorrow from local guitarist and composer Mark O’Leary. The event takes place at 6pm. 021-4901844, www.glucksman.org
VIKING SPLASH
What better way to see the city than in a second World War amphibious vehicle? The tours last more than an hour and costs €18/20, children under 12 €10. 01-7076000, www.vikingsplash.ie
BELSONIC FESTIVAL
Located in Custom House Square, Belfast, this festival runs from tomorrow until Saturday. It has a strong international line-up including rapper Dizzee Rascal as well as Northern Ireland’s own Duke Special. www.belsonic.com, www.ticketmaster.ie
BAT TALK
Conor Kelleher of the Irish Wildlife Trust hosts a talk for children at the Clare Inn Hotel. The event is at 7pm, followed by a bat walk at Dromoland Castle. Admission is free. 061-428409
BELLEWSTOWN RACES
The August festival begins today, with the first race scheduled for 4.45pm. Tomorrow is ladies’ day with a full programme of events and celebrity guests. Admission is €8/15. 041-9823614, www.bellewstownraces.ie
KNOCKREER ESTATE
Situated in Killarney National Park, a few minutes’ walk from the town centre, the site contains a moderate walk as well as a house and gardens. 064-6631633, www.discover ireland.com
