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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!

Dan McCabe At Midlands Park Hotel

Join us at The Midlands Park Hotel for what promises to be a great night of entertainment with guitar singer Dan McCabe. He comes from a long lineage of folk musicians […]

€46.35

Drafting a Sustainability Statement for your Business

Learn how to craft a powerful statement for your business to add to your website, and speak in confidence about your sustainability credentials. This workshop is targeted at those in […]

Free

Kevin Dundon Cookery Demonstration

What better way to start the Christmas season with an evening of delicious food, fun and community spirit with the fabulous Kevin Dundon. On the evening some of the best […]

€30

Author Reading Dana Enache

Join local author, Dana Enache, for a reading of her newly launched dark-fiction novel, Evolution. The reading will be followed by a cozy chat over tea/coffee and homemade cake. Free […]

Free

Christmas Cookery Demonstration with Graham Herterich

Prepare your taste buds for a delightful adventure with the one and only Graham Herterich aka The Cupcake Bloke at Dunamaise Arts Centre. Graham is a maestro when it comes […]

€20

Christmas Parties at Talbot Hotel

Looking for the ultimate Christmas party venue for 2025? Whether you're planning a night out with colleagues or a seasonal celebration with loved ones, Talbot Hotel has everything you need […]

€65

Christmas Market & Artisan Craft Fair

We are delighted to announce our Christmas Market returns, bringing together a small, curated selection of artists, makers, and more to celebrate the holiday season. This cosy, festive market will […]

Tiny Crimes Jazz Of The Late 1930s to 1940s

Tiny Crimes evoke the Jazz of the late 1930’s to early 1940s - when Swing was evolving into Bebop and electric guitars were making themselves heard for the first time. […]

Free

Tender Fire Presents Epiphany

Tender Fire presents A work in progress showing of Epiphany by Lesley Conroy, directed by Stewart Roche, with live music from concert harpist Anne-Marie-Papen Laborer.  A bold reimagining of James […]

€10

Marvellous Mascots Kids Show

Come along to the No1 Children’s Entertainment show in Ireland, ‘Marvellous Mascots’ here at The Midlands Park Hotel. ‘Marvellous Mascots’ is a live fully interactive tribute show. Sing along with […]

€12 – €40

The Big Christmas Sing

Join choirs from across Laois at the Performance and Events Space to sing Christmas classics. All ages are welcome to a festive sing-along. Mark your calendars for an unforgettable Christmas […]

Free

Christmas Wreath Workshop At Preston House

Join Emily for a wonderful afternoon of Christmas crafting. Create your own bespoke festive wreath to adorn your door this winter season. Places are limited so making sure you book […]

€108.23

Irelands Call With John Connors

Ireland’s Call follows the jurney of a young man growing up on Dublin’s Northside. Told through a series of characters and turning points — from childhood to prison — the […]

€20

Lunch & Learn Event

Ensure your business is ready for the new year with our FREE session on key employment matters. Join us and Sinead Grehan from Iridium HR for a deep dive into […]

Free

Women’s Gingerbread Decorating Class

Now a little mindfulness Christmas time for adults to enjoy a little mulled wine on arrival and then some gingerbread decorating and Christmas treats. Places are limited so booking your […]

€30

Paint By Bubbles Workshop

Gather your friends and spend the evening painting, in a relaxed, fun environment, while having a glass of bubbles. Price includes 2 glasses of Prosecco, art materials and guidance. Bring […]

€35

Christmas Party Nights At Midlands Park Hotel

Step into the magic of Christmas and celebrate the most wonderful time of the year with an unforgettable Christmas Party Night at the 4 star Midlands Park Hotel. Arrive in […]

€69

Ground Truth Final Event

Get ready to engage with top industry experts, network with like-minded individuals, and gain valuable insights into soil health. This event will make the end of our project and we […]

Free

Yoga & Sound Bath Winter Workshop at Arunachala

Winter is a time to slow down and turn inward, restoring balance as we prepare for the return of light at the Solstice. This workshop offers a nurturing space to […]

€50

Laois Forest School Yule Camp

As the days reach their shortest, we’ll gather in the woods to mark the turning of the season with warmth, creativity, and connection. Expect nature crafts, winter games, and cozy […]

€50