Thursday, 12th March 2026 – As Ireland prepares to celebrate St Patrick’s Day, Drinkaware, the national independent charity working to prevent and reduce alcohol misuse, is calling on adults to embrace mindful celebration under this year’s #HeresToChange campaign. St Patrick’s…
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87% of Adults Agree Any Amount of Alcohol Impairs Driving
Drinkaware urges road safety and planning ahead this St. Brigid’s Day Bank Holiday Weekend. As the St Brigid’s Day Bank Holiday approaches, Drinkaware is reminding people across Ireland that alcohol and driving never mix – including the often-overlooked danger of…
This Blue Monday Drinkaware Encourages Keeping Up Your Dry January Momentum
This Blue Monday, often described as the most challenging day of the year, Drinkaware, the national independent charity working to prevent and reduce alcohol misuse, is encouraging people across Ireland to be kind to themselves, and continue any positive changes…
Mindful Drinking at Festivals
It’s festival season! Whether you’re going to Forbidden Fruit, Electric Picnic, or something small and local, you can make the most out of it by practicing mindful drinking. What is mindful drinking? Mindful drinking is a practice that challenges you…
Benefits of Being Sober at a Festival and Packing Checklist
It’s festival season, which means great music, welly boots and unforgettable experiences. If you are heading to a music festival this summer, why not try going sober? Explore the benefits of going sober at a festival and check out our…
Blue Monday: Drinkaware Urges Commitment to Dry January, with Tips to Help You Stick to Your New Years Resolutions
16th January 2025 – Drinkaware, the national independent charity working to prevent and reduce alcohol misuse, encourages everyone to stay committed to their January’s Resolution on ‘Blue Monday’, often described as the most challenging day of the year. While Blue…
Thrive this Sober October
Tips for a Successful Month Without Alcohol Sober October is a month-long challenge where adults commit to abstaining from alcohol. Whatever your reason, taking a break from alcohol can bring numerous benefits to your overall mental and physical health. Here…
Celebrating Mental Health Awareness Week
Practical Tips for Enhancing Your Mental Well-being The theme for this year’s Mental Health Awareness Week is ‘Moving More for Mental Health’, emphasising the significant impact movement has on our mental well-being. According to research from the Drinkaware 2023 Barometer…
How Do You Celebrate St. Patrick’s Day?
St. Patrick’s Day is a widely celebrated holiday that honours St. Patrick, the patron saint of Ireland. To celebrate St. Patrick’s Day, many people partake in various traditions that highlight Irish culture. One of the most popular ways to celebrate…