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What’s On Guide

With over 60 events happening each month, you are sure to have fun in county Laois! From internationally recognised festivals such as Electric Picnic, to ancient celebrations in the Slieve Bloom Mountains there is something for everyone.

Laois hosts a multitude of events and festivals from  hilarious comedy shows to reconnecting with nature it’s all waiting to be discovered in our What’s On Guide!

Annual Art/Craft/Design Exhibition

Students of QQI level 5 & 6 courses present work in a variety of disciplines including ceramics, textiles, drawing, print and painting. Work explores concepts of memory, childhood objects, identity, gender, landscape and the feminine. An exciting blend of contemporary art from emerging artists working and living locally.

Free

Fran The Man

When an Irish football club becomes embroiled in an international match-fixing scandal, their hapless assistant manager finds himself way out of his league. This comedy serves as the perfect antidote to the daily grind, and while it takes place in the world of football, you don’t have to be a sports fan to appreciate its […]

€8

Coffee Morning With Integration Services

As part of refugee week Portarlington Library is happy to be hosting an information coffee morning with Laois and Offaly Integration Services. Pop in and find out about community supports available to you locally.

Free

Discover a Story Human Library

Celebrate Refugee Week with us in Portlaoise Library by visiting our Human Library. Our human books come from all walks of life and have unique, powerful stories that you must hear. This is your opportunity to learn from their experiences, ask questions, and create meaningful connections.

Free

Malva Community Choir At Portlaoise Library

Join the members of the Malva Community Choir in Portlaoise Library for a musical journey that celebrates the rich cultural heritage of Ukraine and Ireland through the power of song. Come for a heart warming performance we look forward to seeing you all here on the day.

Free

3rd Annual National Dairy Awards

Come join us at the Midlands Park Hotel for a night of celebration and recognition of excellence in the dairy industry. Don't miss out on the opportunity to network with dairy colleagues and cheer on the winners of this prestigious award. Ireland has a great dairy sector, be part of the excitement as we come […]

€239.85

NT LIVE Dr. Strangelove

Seven-time BAFTA winner Steve Coogan plays 4 roles in the world premiere stage adaptation of the comedy masterpiece. This explosively funny satire, about a rogue U.S General who triggers a nuclear attack is based on the motion picture by Stanley Kubrick. Filmed live during its sold-out run in London's West End.

€15

Serenade By Dagogo Hart & Friends

Dagogo Hart is a playwright, spoken word poet and writer whose words have wowed audiences from bar basements to Ireland's biggest festival stages. Hart's poetry is inspired by his hometown in Lagos, Nigeria, and his experience since moving to Ireland. Join us for a night of love poems and songs curated by Dagogo Hart. Performed […]

€20

Chair Yoga and Heartfulness Meditation

To celebrate International Day of Yoga, Rachael Waldron will hold a free Chair Yoga and Heartfulness Meditation session in Portlaoise Library. This session is for adults only, with no experience required. Spaces are limited, so booking is essential.

Free

Bingo Loco at Midlands Park Hotel

Bingo Loco has taken the world by storm with sold out shows in 200 locations around the globe from Dublin to Sydney. They have flipped the traditional game of Bingo on its head and turned it into a 3 hour long interactive stage show complete with dance offs, lip sync battles, throwback anthems, confetti showers […]

€25.50

Cosy Choir Concert

The Cosy Choir are delighted to invite you to a very special evening as they celebrates a milestone 10 incredible years of music, friendship, and community spirit. To mark this occasion, they are hosting a heart-warming concert filled with beautiful choral performances, familiar tunes, and uplifting melodies that are sure to leave you smiling. This […]

€10

International Yoga Day At Arunachala Rejuvenation Centre

Celebrate the spirit of yoga with us at Arunachala Rejuvenation Centre, Laois. Reconnect with your inner peace in the serene setting of our centre, surrounded by nature and like-minded souls. We look forward to welcoming you for a soulful and uplifting day, places are limited so booking early is essential.

€50

Summer Stars 2025 Flower Craft Workshop

As part of Refugee Week, Portlaoise Library are delighted to facilitate this fun workshop celebrating cultural heritage through art. Kids can express their creativity by crafting beautiful paper flowers in the colours of their home country’s flag. Places are limited so booking early is essential.

Free

The High Stool Prophets

The Highstool Prophets are one of the most sought-after folk bands in Ireland at present. Bringing their unique twist to the folk music of our generations, playing to a wide variety of audiences across Ireland and beyond has led to a string of sold-out shows, TV & radio appearances and new music releases.

€26.38

Lounge Act – A tribute to Nirvana

Lounge Act are a 3 piece tribute to the music and genius of the American Grunge rock band Nirvana & Kurt Cobain. They are based in Drogheda, Ireland. Lounge Act formed in 2016 and have been a big feature in the Irish tribute scene since. They have been hailed one of the best tributes to […]

Free