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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!

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 […]

Indoor Classic Car Show

This years annual Indoor Classic Car Show is on in Laois Shopping Centre Portlaoise. It has become one of the country's largest indoor classic car show over the past few years. There will also be Autojumble […]

€10

Tionól Harps & Pipes 2024

Music Generation Laois’ annual Tionól Harp and Pipes takes place at Dunamase College Campus. Tionól is a unique festival that focuses on the harp and pipes, two musical instruments of special significance to Ireland.  The […]

€80

Art Therapy with Katie O’Donoghue

This parent and child workshop is a combination of story telling and therapeutic creative activities that focus on supporting children with challenges such as worry, confidence boosting, empathy and emotional intelligence. Each workshop is inspired […]

Free

Magic Show at Portlaoise Library

Get ready for an enchanting afternoon of magic, laughter, and excitement. Join us at Portlaoise Library for a family-friendly magic show that promises to amaze and entertain guests of all ages. Perfect for kids 3+ […]

Free

Digital Earth Art Exhibition

We are delighted to announce Aishling Hennessy will be sharing her stunning digital artwork with us. Come and support the amazing artist. Refreshments will be served at exhibition. The exhibition will then be on display […]

Free

DirtBirds Girls World Tour at The Midlands Park Hotel

Get ready for a night of laughter and fun at DirtBirds Girls World Tour at The Midlands Park Hotel, promising a hilarious celebration of sisterhood and friendship! DirtBirds Girls World Tour at The Midlands Park […]

€33

The Whistlin’ Donkeys Castle Arms Hotel Durrow

Come join us at the Castle Arms Hotel for a night filled with lively music and good craic.The Whistlin' Donkeys are ready to rock the stage and get everyone on their feet. This event promises […]

€24.93

Celebrating Community Oral Heritage

The Oral History Network of Ireland invites you to a celebration of the work of community oral heritage collectors and preservers. Speakers from a range of community oral history projects will highlight the potential of […]

Free

Abbeyleix Bog Walk

Enjoy a walk through the stark but stunning landscape of the Irish bog. The team here have created a unique walk along a boardwalk through the bog. It would be an adventure for the kids […]

€5

The Roadhouse Doors

The Roadhouse Doors tribute show is a complete recreation of the look, feel and sound of a live 1960’s Doors concert. The set spans the very best of the Doors repertoire with a special focus […]

€18.70

Craft & Vintage Market

Join us on the first Sunday of each month at Solas for our Craft & Vintage Market. Discover unique handmade goods, vintage treasures, and one-of-a-kind finds from local artisans—perfect for holiday gifts or a little […]

Free

Jurassic Takeover at Castletown Community Centre

Welcome to the ultimate dinosaur show at Castletown Community Centre. Get ready to experience a prehistoric adventure as you join us for an afternoon filled with roaring action. Following the performance, you can get up […]

€10

Rathdowney Xmas Lights Fundraiser

Something very special to raise funds for the Rathdowney Xmas Lights will take place in The Brewery Rathdowney. With an amazing lineup of the Timahoe Choir , The Finns and Paul O Brien. This will […]

Free

Acoustic Roots – Brian & Finn O Mahoney

One of Mountmellick’s most talented musicians Brian O’Mahoney brings his brand new band to Kavanaghs Portlaoise for their debut gig here. Brian and his son Finn will have the place bouncing, so this will be […]

Free

Worlds Best Queen Show at Midlands Park Hotel

The Bohemians take you on a high energy roller coaster ride of a concert, featuring the back catalogue of one of the world’s most popular and iconic rock acts of all time. Billed as ‘The […]

€30.76

Nailing your Numbers & Mastering your Margins

This in-person event will be held at The Killeshin Hotel, a perfect setting to learn and network with like-minded individuals. Don't miss out on this opportunity to take your business to the next level. Miriam […]

€300

Leaves Festival Of Writing & Music 2024

Join us this November for the Leaves Festival of Writing & Music 2024, where County Laois comes alive with the best of Irish talent in a vibrant celebration of literature and music! Leaves Festival Of […]

Linda McEvoy: Reading and Q&A

Laois native Linda McEvoy, joins us to read from her recently released debut novel, The Christmas Market.  Linda writes feelgood romantic love stories that focus on themes of family, friendship and community.  A former librarian, […]

Free

Adult Writers Workshop with Kevin Curran

This year’s One County One Book is Kevin Curran’s Youth. Youth is a novel that explores the lives of four teenagers in Balbriggan. The story delves into the challenges and aspirations of these young individuals […]

Free