Dublin is located in the East Bay Area region and resides in Alameda County. Dublin was named after Dublin, Ireland and holds a strong Irish presence. Known for its Saint Patrick’s Day Parade, many tourists flock from Alameda County to enjoy the festivities. Interestingly, the popular TV show, MythBusters, has filmed 25 shows at the Alameda Sheriff’s Department bomb disposal range which is located in Dublin. The schools in Dublin are well recognized and the community offers a variety of recreational programs.