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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!

James Mac MUA Exhibition

Celebrate the fusion of makeup and art at the James Mac Mua Exhibition in Dunamaise Arts Centre Portlaoise! James Mac MUA Exhibition Renowned makeup artist and Glow Up Finalist James MacInerney is set to captivate […]

Free

Upcoming Music at Kavanaghs Bar & Venue

Over the coming months if you are looking for some live entertainment around Laois. Kavanaghs Bar & Venue Portlaoise has a fantastic lineup of entertainment that will cover everybody's taste in Music. We can't wait […]

Zumbinis At Solas

Zumbini Class in Solas Portarlington is a program for toddlers/kids and caregivers is a great opportunity to spend time together with your child, development, activity, lots of fun and learning. This involves dancing/ singing/ playing […]

€70

Vision Impaired Swimming Programme Portlaoise

Our ever popular Portlaoise Swimming Hub is back. Restarting on Sunday September 8th the term will run for 12 weeks with a two week break for Halloween and then finishing up for Christmas. This will […]

€72

Autumn Term Craft Club

Enroll your child in our Autumn and Irish animals art and craft club today and give them the opportunity to explore and learn in a fun and nurturing nature themed environment. Ages are recommendations only […]

€65

Art Class For Beginners

Get creative in the lead-up to Positive Ageing Week with our upcoming art classes, specially designed for beginners and facilitated by the LOETB. Whether you're a complete novice or just looking to rekindle your artistic […]

Free

Unshamed 2024 Conference

A multi-denominational gathering of women from across Ireland, coming together for some real talk about real life. We want to clear our heads from all the messaging we get everyday and be honest about what […]

€115

Shared Reading at Mountmellick Library

Would you like to take some time out, connect with others and explore some great poems and stories. Then, join us in Mountmellick Library for some shared reading sessions where a staff member will read […]

Free

Makeway Day 2024

Laois County Council supports Make Way Day on Friday 27th September and hopes to help bring the Spirit of the Olympics to the People’s Park Portlaoise where we will have a walk and identify what […]

Free

Trad Session For Young Musicians

Dunamaise Arts Centre will be holding a Trad session for young musicians near the end of September. This night will be open to Musicians, Singers and listeners of all ages. The session will be led […]

Free

Voodoo Sunshine at Kavanaghs Bar & Venue

Get ready for an electrifying night of classic rock at Voodoo Sunshine at Kavanaghs Bar & Venue, a powerhouse trio, pays tribute to legends like Jimi Hendrix, Cream, and Eric Clapton. Voodoo Sunshine at Kavanaghs […]

€19.80

Hike And Yoga

Join us for a 6-7k hike, followed by a yoga class in the Timahoe Community Hall followed by a fancy coffee & home baked treats at the Heritage Centre. Places are limited for this event […]

€20

Grow sustainably your own food Course

Join us at Dunmore Country School for an exciting event where you'll learn how to grow your own food sustainably.  Our course will teach you everything you need to know about planting, nurturing, and harvesting your […]

€108.23

Wellbeing Workshop by Úna Curran

Suitable for parents and children under the age of 12yrs. Úna is a wellbeing and creative arts therapist and former primary school teacher. Her workshop comprise of art and crafts, yoga, breathing and mind gym […]

Free

Mountrath Cottage Market

Come get some delicious baking, scented treats, plants, crafts, art and gifts all locally made, meet the community and support our local crafters. Our marketers and customers are the families, friends and neighbours from in […]

Free

Athletics Development Day

Join us at the Portlaoise track for an Athletics Development Day tailored for visually impaired and para athletes. Our coaches will be available to welcome all new members. This is a great opportunity to get […]

Free

Killenard Community 5k Race & Family Event

Welcome to the Killenard Community 5k Race / Family Walk event. Lace up your sneakers and join us  The Heritage Golf Resort 5k track followed by a day full of family-fun with entertainment and food […]

€11.70

Sustainable Living Workshops: Make Your Home a Nature Reserve

Join Donna Mullen for Sustainable Living Workshops: Make Your Home a Nature Reserve, an inspiring talk on how to transform any space—whether a garden, field, or window box—into a haven for wildlife, with practical tips […]

Free

Clothes Swap Facilitated by Artist Rebecca Deegan

Back by popular demand, our Clothes Swap Facilitated by Artist Rebecca Deegan. This event is set to inspire once again with a fresh showcase of eco-conscious creativity! Clothes Swap Facilitated by Artist Rebecca Deegan Due […]

€3

Gary Anderson Darts Exhibition

The two time back to back world champion Gary Anderson. The flying Scotsman will be at Coppers nightclub. Come out and meet the people’s champion. Make sure you get your tickets early as this event […]

€26.38