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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!

Summer Stars Events In Libraries Around Laois

Summer Stars is the free national reading programme that takes place in all public libraries between 7th June – 31st August. Pop into Portlaoise Library on Friday, 7th June for the launch of this years […]

Free

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

July Pop Up Parent & Child Craft Tables

Mountmellick Library will be holding Pop Up Parent & Child Craft Tables for the month of July. The Kids’ craft Table is a weekly pop-up where children can keep their minds busy and imagination flowing. […]

Free

Photo Exhibition at Abbeyleix Library

Witness the incredible talent of the Noreside Camera Club at their Photo Exhibition at Abbeyleix Library! Photo Exhibition at Abbeyleix Library Noreside Camera Club are thrilled to announce that we will be hosting this event […]

Free

Swimming Women Aqua Aerobics Programme

Swimmin Women is a 6-week programme delivered in partnership by Laois LSP and Swim Ireland. Join a community of Women for a fun Aqua Aerobics & Swimming programme specific for midlife females. Places are limited […]

€30

Swim For A Mile Programme

Swim For A Mile is taking place in Ballinakill Outdoor Pool starting in July 2024. The initiative aims to encourage people to get back into the pool and become confident life-long swimmers. Swim Ireland coaches […]

€40

Park Tennis Mountrath

We are delighted to have Park Tennis back this year again thanks to Laois County Council. Whether you're child is a beginner or a seasoned player, our qualified coaches will help them improve their skills […]

€33.15

Music Summer Camp Portlaoise

This Music Summer Camp will be taking place in the Parish Centre Portlaoise and will be suitable for boys and girls between the ages of seven and thirteen. The camp will be fun filled days […]

€85

Zootropolis at Abbeyleix Library

Abbeyleix library is celebrating the Summer Stars Reading Challenge by showing some Family movies over the next few months.The next movie features the world's best Sloth. Sure there are other characters and plots going on […]

Free

The Ossory Agricultural Show Rathdowney

The Ossory Show prides itself on being an extremely enjoyable, fun-filled day for all the family, with an array of attractions, entertainment and activities to appeal to all age groups – with something for absolutely […]

Charity Cycle For The Homeless

Join us for the Cycle for the Homeless at Portlaoise Plaza this July. This charity cycling event offers two routes: a challenging 100 KM and a more moderate 53 KM. Support a great cause and […]

€30

Midland Indian Festival 2024

This event  is for the first time in Co. Laois focuses on Multi Cultural  Events and Sport from all Ireland especially midlands  and will be enriched with Entertainments for all age categories. Variety of activities […]

Free

Needle Felting Workshop

Learn how to create one of a kind piece of art with Sandra Reynolds using needle felting technique. All supplies provided , light snack, tea or coffee. No previous experience required places are limited so […]

€70

Mountrath Cottage Market

Looking forward to another wonderful market. Come along, meet your neighbours, get some treats and support local producers. The Cottage Market will take place on the last Sunday of every month. This is a very […]

Free

Farm Animal Craft Table

Abbeyleix library is delighted to have a series of Craft tables taking place on Saturdays through July. The next will be a Farm Animal Craft Table event. Come and join in on the Summer Stars […]

Free

Relay For Life Laois 2024

Relay for Life is a unique and beautiful opportunity to celebrate those that have survived cancer, remember loved ones lost to cancer, and to stand shoulder to shoulder with those battling cancer. We are happy […]

Free

Blind Dog at Kavanaghs Bar & Venue

Catch the blues-rock trio Blind Dog at Kavanaghs. They are a three piece Blues/Rock band based in the midlands. If you have never heard them before, make sure you come along on the night and […]

Free

Monsieur Gusto at the Durrow Scarecrow Festival

Prepare to be amazed by the incredible Monsieur Gusto. This international escapologist, random object juggler, and balancer of strange things will leave you in awe with his spectacular performances. Bring your friends and family to […]

Free

Julie Rose Puppeteer at the Durrow Scarecrow Festival

Join us for magical puppet shows with the amazing Julie Rose Puppeteer. Bring your little ones for an enchanting experience filled with captivating stories and delightful characters. Don't miss out on these magical performances happening […]

Free