County Laois offers a warm welcome and the promise of a unique experience that lingers long after your visit, with its rich heritage, stunning landscapes, and vibrant local charm.
County Laois serves up a delicious taste of Ireland, where local flavours, cosy cafés, and lively pubs offer memorable moments and warm hospitality in every bite and sip.
County Laois invites you to rest and recharge with a range of welcoming accommodation, from charming guesthouses to elegant hotels, all set against a backdrop of peaceful countryside and friendly local charm.
Planning your visit to County Laois is the first step towards a memorable escape, with helpful tips, local insights, and all you need to make the most of your time in this hidden gem of Ireland.
Laois Chamber Alliance brings together Laois Chamber and Laois Tourism under one umbrella—enhancing collaboration, events, and opportunities to build a thriving local economy and promote Laois as a premier destination to live, work, visit, invest, and do business.
County Laois offers a warm welcome and the promise of a unique experience that lingers long after your visit, with its rich heritage, stunning landscapes, and vibrant local charm.
County Laois serves up a delicious taste of Ireland, where local flavours, cosy cafés, and lively pubs offer memorable moments and warm hospitality in every bite and sip.
County Laois invites you to rest and recharge with a range of welcoming accommodation, from charming guesthouses to elegant hotels, all set against a backdrop of peaceful countryside and friendly local charm.
Planning your visit to County Laois is the first step towards a memorable escape, with helpful tips, local insights, and all you need to make the most of your time in this hidden gem of Ireland.
Laois Chamber Alliance brings together Laois Chamber and Laois Tourism under one umbrella—enhancing collaboration, events, and opportunities to build a thriving local economy and promote Laois as a premier destination to live, work, visit, invest, and do business.
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!
Join us in Portlaoise Library for an insightful session with Richard Hogan, family psychotherapist and best-selling author, as he explores: "Anxiety, Technology & Teenagers". In today’s world of technology, this […]
Kick off the festive season in style at The Heritage. Join us as Santa lights up our stunning Christmas display, enjoy mulled wine, cookies, and canapés, and soak up the […]
Laois is the epicentre of abstract painting. Join us in Daily Dose Café Abbeyleix for a wild night of creative exploration and craic. Places are limited so booking your place […]
Ballyfin Players are delighted to present 3 One Act Plays this November in Mountmellick Arts Centre. Join us for a highly entertaining evening of drama and comedy this winter.
Ghosts of War honour the music of legacy of Slayer. We strive to bring you the best in a Slayer Sounding experience. Band members from Two Tales of Woe, Iona […]
7,000 Stranded Passengers. One Small Town. A Remarkable True Story. The award-winning Portlaoise Musical Society return with an uplifting, life-affirming production of Come From Away. Experience the joyous story & […]
A half-day, in-person workshop focused on spatial drawing and sculpting using immersive technologies (VR/MR), introducing participants to creative and STEAM-based practices in virtual environments. Free but booking essential as there […]
Ispíní na hÉireann is a dynamic trad-rock collective from Dublin, formed in 2018 and fronted by singer-songwriter Tomás Mulligan. Blending original compositions with inventive reimagining's of classic tunes, Ispíní na […]
He’s the wild man of rock who became a national treasure. Happy Mondays and Black Grape frontman Shaun Ryder is hitting the road for a new, spoken word tour. The […]
Experience the smooth vocals and timeless charm of Michael Bublé live at The Killeshin Hotel. Featuring all the hits, from “Haven’t Met You Yet” to “Feeling Good”, this performance brings […]
Calling all princesses to Kavanaghs Bar & Venue Portlaoise. Come join our princesses for a fun-filled show of singalong classics with free meet & greet after the performance. All ages […]
Get ready to stir up some culinary magic in this hands-on cookery demo where you'll learn how to whip up delicious dishes like a pro. Join us for a special […]
Rev up your engines for an adults-only Mario Kart Tournament at Portlaoise Library. Battle it out on the big screen, enjoy some friendly competition, and claim victory. This is an […]
Get ready to be blown away by the incredible songs and voice of Eleanor McEvoy at Bobs' Hideout. With a career spanning decades and a dedicated global fanbase, Eleanor McEvoy […]
Portlaoise will have a number of different events to get everyone in the festive spirit this coming Christmas. With traditional music sessions to cookery demonstration and arts & craft fair, […]
The Great Lad is back with a hilarious new comedy special. Join Peter McGann on a deeply stupid time-jumping journey as he brushes shoulders with the Chicago mafia, a flying […]
Pa Sheehy, hailing from the picturesque town of Dingle in County Kerry, has emerged as one of Ireland’s most heartfelt voices. Formerly the frontman of the critically acclaimed indie‑pop outfit […]
Terry Conroy Award winning Photographer and Associate with the Irish Photographers Association will give a presentation on Landscape Photography. This will include equipment, planning, photographing and processing your images.
Enjoy a highly creative afternoon and leave with your very own, unique and beautifully adorned Christmas Wreath. Places limited to ensure everyone gets time and attention, so book soon to […]
For this special event, Abbeyfolk will be joined by Kevin Morrin, a renowned Ballylinan balladeer, whose stirring voice and heartfelt renditions of traditional Irish ballads have made him a standout performer in […]
