What’s On Guide

From ancient festivals in the Slieve Bloom Mountains to modern day merry-making, Laois has enjoyed a party more than most for thousands of years. With over 60 events happening each month , you are most definitely invited to celebrate with us.
And from major international music weekends to local fiestas covering everything from scarecrows and storytelling, to drama and literature, you’re sure to find your tribe. For the outdoor enthusiast there’s weekly guided walks, runs and cycles. Come join us as we celebrate the length and breadth of the county – morning, noon, and night…

Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu Beginners Course

€180
Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu Beginners Course

This course gives you the fundamentals of Brazilian Jiu-jitsu. This is the best value for money self-defence course around. This  course provides you with weeks of training in a fully insured top facility under experienced […]

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Adult Water Safety Classes

€60 – €75
Portlaoise Leisure Centre

Water Safety Laois are delivering senior Water Safety classes for 16 years + which incudes the option of National pool Lifeguard. Classes delivered by highly experienced volunteers. Spaces are limited so book early.

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Sound Meditation Classes 2023

€15
Sound Meditation Classes 2023

What happens at a Sound Meditation class? Lay on a comfortable mat with pillow and blanket. The goal of a Sound meditation class isn't to listen and pay attention but rather to let the sound […]

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LGBT+ Couch to 5k

€40
LGBT+ Couch to 5k

Want to go into 2023 getting fit and meeting new people in your area? Well this is the one for you. Our first ever LGBT+ Couch to 5k is starting and runs every Monday and […]

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Zumbini Class At Solas

Zumbini Class for kids 0-5 is an early childhood education program that uses original music and movement to promote cognitive, social, fine/gross motor skill, and emotional development. We will Dance, Sing and Play on Instruments.

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Vision Impaired Blind Football in Portlaoise

FREE
Vision Impaired Blind Football in Portlaoise

We are delighted to announce that VI /Blind Football will return for 4 sessions, starting this Sunday. Taking part in visually impaired football is a great way to be active and meet other people with […]

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Learn the basics of filmmaking

€60

Want to learn about filmmaking? This is a six week, of one hour each Saturday, crash course to get you started. Ideally aimed at those from Transition Year upwards. Places limited so make sure you […]

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Adult Dance Classes At Portarlington Community Centre

€50
Adult Dance Classes At Portarlington Community Centre

Dance Classes are returning here next week. These classes offer the chance to learn how to preform dances such as Waltz, Tango, Jive and a lot more. This will be a fun event to learn […]

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Laois Street Leagues 2023

FREE
Laois Street Leagues 2023

This will be a fun way to keep active and healthy. These leagues are for male and female between the ages of sixteen and forty. The leagues will be played on a Wednesday across four […]

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Self Defence Programme for Women 2023

€20
Self Defence Programme for Women 2023

Self-defence training is a life skill that helps women to be more aware of their surroundings and be prepared for the unexpected at any time. Through the self defence training, women are taught to become […]

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Gym and Swim for Teenage Girls

€15
Portlaoise Leisure Centre

This six week programme is suitable for 15-18 year olds. It will help to build lean muscle and maintain a healthy body fat as a teen. Adding land workouts to your exercise routine will also […]

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Rathdowney Pantomime Presents Only Fools And Pirates

€8 – €12
Rathdowney Pantomime Presents Only Fools And Pirates

Rathdowney Pantomime Group are thrilled to bring you our 35th show, “Only Fools and Pirates”. This years show could be our best one yet so make sure and get your tickets early to avoid the […]

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Introduction To Meditation Class

€20

Meditation is good for the body mind and spirit! Learning to incorporate a daily form of meditation into our busy lives helps us reset our strained nervous system from the fight and flight mode to […]

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