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…

All Day

Creative Writing for Novice Writers

Have you got a story you want to tell? Have you always longed to be a creative writer? Would you like to meet other aspiring writers on the same path? All you need to bring with […]

€10 – €50
Ongoing
Event Series Friday Nights Live

Friday Nights Live

Here at McEvoy's we have live music every Friday night because its that time of year. Also its the perfect way to start all the weekends, we look forward to seeing you all here and […]

FREE
Event Series Friday Nights Live

Friday Nights Live

Here at McEvoy's we have live music every Friday night because its that time of year. Also its the perfect way to start all the weekends, we look forward to seeing you all here and […]

FREE

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 […]

€180

Live Music Dooley Brothers At The Anvil Inn

Reminder we have the fantastic Dooley Brothers on stage at The Forge this weekend. This hugely popular band really know how to put on a show and please the crowd.

FREE

The Crooked Jacks At Lilly’s

Who's out-out this Saturday?? We've got live music with The Crooked Jacks with a late bar & DJ Wardy so you can party all night

FREE

Jiggers Of Eireann At Doogue’s Bar

This Saturday Night we have the fantastic Jiggers Of Eireann playing here, this will be a night packed with entertainment so we look forward to seeing you all here having a great time.

FREE

DJ Richard Shirley Live At Coppers

This Saturday DJ Richard Shirley will be playing all your favourites to keep you entertained through the night. We look forward to seeing you all here on the night.

FREE

The Great Heath Run

The race will have 10k and 5k options over the usual familiar course along quiet rural roads, with a family fun run/walk option as well as chip-timed runs for athletes. The Heath GAA Club will […]

€15 – €25

Equipment Swap, Fitness and Well Being Event

The idea is simple – people can bring along their unwanted Gym and Fitness equipment and either sell it or swap it for more suitable equipment. We will also have Yoga, sound meditation and mindfulness […]

FREE

Clonaslee High Nelly Club Fundraiser

A fantastic day ahead in the village on Sunday, it's going to be a packed day full of fun with a High Nelly cycle, tractor run, raffle and entertainment at Hickey's Clonaslee.

€20

Laois Comhaltas Youth Session

Come along to the monthly music session designed for young musicians and hosted by Laois Comhaltas youth officer, Noel Stapleton. A great opportunity to play music in a relaxed setting, get to meet new friends, […]

FREE

Texas Holdem Poker At The Brewery

This Sunday night we will be having a Texas Holdem Poker Game and everyone is welcome to come along and take part. We hope to see you all here on the night.

€20

Frank Nelson Live At The Clock Inn

Come and join us this Sunday night as we have the talented Frank Nelson playing live. It promises to be a fun packed night so we look forward to seeing you all here.

FREE

Pub Fiction Live At Moloneys Gaelic Bar

This Sunday night we have the talented Pub Fiction playing live. We cant think of a better way to finish off the weekend in style, so we will see you all here for what will […]

FREE