Oldskool – The Evolution of Hip Hop
€15
Kavanaghs Bar and Venue present - oldskool, the evolution of hip hop.
From ancient festivals in the Slieve Bloom Mountains to modern day merry-making, Laois has enjoyed a party more than most for thousands of years. With over 60 events happening each month , you are most definitely invited to celebrate with us.
And from major international music weekends to local fiestas covering everything from scarecrows and storytelling, to drama and literature, you’re sure to find your tribe. For the outdoor enthusiast there’s weekly guided walks, runs and cycles. Come join us as we celebrate the length and breadth of the county – morning, noon, and night…
Kavanaghs Bar and Venue present - oldskool, the evolution of hip hop.
Our One Day sustainable Horticultural Course is a great way to discover and learn horticulture in one day, with our intensive, no labour and no dig gardening system on lazy beds. We use raw materials to feed the soil and it helps to fight climate change by storing carbon into the soil in a healthy and productive living system.
The parade starts at 12pm from Fitzmaurice place in Portlaoise, followed by Laois Pride festival for all ages from 1-5pm with drag kings and queens, performers, games, food, music, and more.
We are organising our first ever SOLAS car boot sale for small vans and cars, and walk in tables.
The aim of our event is to help cut down on unnecessary waste and give new life to old items.
Join the team at Ballintubbert on Sunday September 18th from 12 noon to 5pm. Come and spend the day in this place of wellness and peace. Wand through the formal organic gardens, run wild in the long meadow, play hide and seek in the woodlands and perhaps play skittles in the Orchard. The good cups are out and we will be offering teas and coffees and sumptuous cakes from the pop up tea shop.
Join us for a Kids Comedy Show in the Midland Park Hotel Portlaoise, full of fun, laughter and enthralling magic.
Join us for a Kids Comedy Show in the Midland Park Hotel Portlaoise, full of fun, laughter and enthralling magic.
When struggling actor Etienne accepts a job directing theatre workshops in a prison, he is surprised to discover a wealth of acting talent among the resistant inmates.
The Connecting Communities with Peatlands project is collaborating with Our Irish Heritage to encourage people to ‘Know Your Bog’. Using an online interactive map that is part of the Know Your 5K initiative, communities are supported to record bog stories, history, culture, and biodiversity.
Culture Night is brought to you by the Arts Council, in partnership with local authorities and cultural organisations throughout the island of Ireland, it takes place on the third Friday in September every year. The […]
It’s Joe the Magician from RTÉjr! And he’s bringing his spectacular children’s comedy magic and illusion show to the Dunamaise Arts Centre for one spectacular afternoon of mind boggling fun!
The annual Portarlington and Killenard Charity Gala Ball will be held on Saturday 24 September, with proceeds from the event going to the Midlands Hospice building fund.
The red-carpet event will be held in The Heritage Hotel, Killenard with music by JL Sounds on arrival and later by Transmitter. This year’s special guest of honour is Mountrath native and patron of the Midlands Hospice build campaign Claire Byrne from RTÉ.
SOLAS are very excited to be able to host this fantastic Lego event, in conjunction with Brick World.
Enjoy a Barbecue, Panel Discussion with the experts, lots of prizes & some surprises too.
Parent and Baby 'Mini Music' Class for 0-3 years old, with Kim Melia. Starts Monday 26th September @ 10.30am
Contact Kim Melia to book your place; 0863751604
The first of monthly meet ups at Dunamaise, offering a cuppa, chats and useful information sessions.
A fully tutored short course, suitable for beginners & improvers, where artists will work from a live model and practice charcoal techniques and learn figure drawing fundamentals.
An evening fundraiser for Derryounce Lake recreation Area, exploring the Ronnie Matthews Vintage Collection on screen and in exhibition.
Two fine groups come together for this exciting double bill. The Spero Quartet play Mozart’s dazzling D major quartet K.499 and Garth Knox’s brilliantly inventive ‘Satellites’ and for the second half of the concert, they join the Vanbrugh for Tchaikovsky’s epic string sextet Souvenir de Florence.
Kavanaghs Bar & Venue Presents - A Tribute to Radiohead.
In a time of superstition and magic, a young apprentice hunter, Robyn Goodfellowe, journeys to Ireland with her father to wipe out the last wolf pack.
80’s Icons Show celebrates the music of bands such as Duran Duran, Spandau Ballet, Level 42, Nik Kershaw, Go West, Tears For Fears, Human League, Paul Young, ABC, Ultravox, Phil Collins and many many more…
Upcoming concert with Emer Dunne at Clonaslee Heritage Centre. Admission is Free. All are welcome.
There will be a Craft Market every 1st Sunday of the Month at Solas
The Good Boss is a workplace comedy with Javier Bardem as the friendly face of capitalist corruption, a biting and acerbic character study and a darkly funny social.
Brian and Charles is a heart-warming and entertaining tale about friendship, family, finding love, and letting go.
A fully tutored short course, suitable for beginners & improvers, where artists will work from a live model and practice charcoal techniques and learn figure drawing fundamentals.
The play takes place at Tom Healy's wake after he has died from alcoholism and has asked to be cremated and to have his ashes scattered at sea in order to have a watery grave. When a neighbour determines that Tom isn't allowed to take it all with him, the comedy starts."
Ceara Conway has gained recognition for her singing in traditional repertoires across cultures from Irish traditional sean-nós, to Portuguese, Arabic and African song and Georgian Chant. The essence of her music is its unique hybridity, a merging of her love and respect for tradition coupled with her interest in new styles, genres and contemporary music.
Perfect for beginners as little or no sewing involved! We will work with Leather or Leatherette to create this eye-catching design.
Critically acclaimed as one of the world’s greatest tribute shows, Simon & Garfunkel Through the Years continues to delight audiences across the globe. Featuring stunning vocal harmonies from world-class musicians, this spectacular concert transports you on a journey through the epic songs and history of the much-loved Simon and Garfunkel.
Operation Mincemeat is the extraordinary and true story of an idea that hoped to turn the tide for the Allies - taking impossibly high risks, defying logic, and testing the nerves of its creators to breaking point.
Operation Mincemeat is the extraordinary and true story of an idea that hoped to turn the tide for the Allies - taking impossibly high risks, defying logic, and testing the nerves of its creators to breaking point.
A fully tutored short course, suitable for beginners & improvers, where artists will work from a live model and practice charcoal techniques and learn figure drawing fundamentals.
Dunamaise is delighted to welcome Brú Theatre Company to spend a few days of technical rehearsals here in advance of their national tour. They will take part in theatre workshops with Laois Youth Theatre members as well as a post-show discussion around the themes of the show and positive mental health awareness. The post-show discussion is presented in partnership with Laois Connects. Further details to be announced.
Provides a unique insight into the making of ‘My Left Foot‘ and how this film became a gateway for the development of the Irish Film industry.
Feile Na hEireann present a 2 night indoor music festival in Ossory Showgrounds Rathdowney.
Join Cowboy Lavin as he shares his hilarious tales about growing up in Castletown and life on the road. Cowboy will be accompanied by fellow Hardy Bucks legend Frenchtoast O’Toole, who may or may not […]
Laois pianist David Vesey presents an evening piano recital.
These top rated folk musicians and singers bring to life the songs of the internationally renowned Dubliners.
Kavanaghs Bar and Venue present Kevin McGahern for a great night of comedy.
In this 3 hour, in-person workshop, embodiment coach David Delaney will explore a whole body approach to the creative process, helping you to create your own embodied toolkit for your work.
Oversight of the key environmental problems we face.
Practical steps you can take in your back garden to make a change for the better.
Pick your perfect pumpkin from our Halloween pumpkin patch An ideal family day out in the lead up to Halloween With colouring competitions & lots of photo opportunities Suits: All boos & ghouls with a […]
Book below or contact us for assistance on Tel: 057 86 63355 / Email: info@dunamaise.ie A family event to celebrate the birth of Prophet Muhammad (PBUH). The program will include Recitations of Quran, Nasheeds, Quizes, […]
Join us at The Midlands Park Hotel for what promises to be a great night's entertainment with the wonderful Johnny McEvoy.
In this Spanish comedy, a millionaire decides on his eightieth birthday that he needs something more memorable than business success to guarantee his legacy.
We are extremely thrilled and honoured to announce that Liam Ó Maonlái will perform at the cosy Grand Pavilion in Ballintubbert Gardens and House on October 20th. Make it a night to remember with friends […]
Emerge yourself in this hands-on Millinery experience where you will learn how to make and finish 2 headpieces in 2 days using different techniques, materials and trimmings on each day.
VOYAGR, a lonely online streamer turned terrorist, has a terrible feeling he’s doing so much more. As she prepares an act of terrorism that will save all future pigs, she takes us down a path of absurd realisations, wild dancing and pure heartbreak. It’s about billionaires, animals and the online world. It’s about being too insignificant to make things change. It’s about pigs: smart, cute, and in dire need of our help.
To celebrate the centenary of An Garda Síochána Portlaoise Gardaí are hosting a Gala Concert featuring the Garda Band. All proceeds to Laois Hospice and the Carla Curley Foundation
Sprocket is on hand to give you the best of rock metal classics in Kavanagh's Courtyard Venue!
Join Anne on this fabulous, informative, laugh-out-loud, trip through all things Menopause.
Emerge yourself in this hands-on Millinery experience where you will learn how to make and finish 2 headpieces in 2 days using different techniques, materials and trimmings on each day.
2 day Reiki Level 1 Course at Ballykilcavan Farm and Brewery.
Our farm will be transformed into an autumnal spectacle. Be prepared, we expected many a scare to be had! Come visit our farm and pick out your very own pumpkin from our pumpkin patch. Carve […]
Celebrating 21 years of Laois School of Music, this concert will feature past pupil Elliott Murphy (cello), Erin Dollard (voice) and many more. The Laois School of Music Junior Orchestra directed by John Davidson and […]
Enjoy the festive spirit with the spectacular A Christmas Salute to the Crooners.
Celebrating the music of the Red Hot Chili Peppers, spanning twelve studio albums across nearly forty years, Taste The Pain are an exciting and energetic tribute to the titans of LA Funk Rock! Foregoing the […]
Join Micheal Slattery of Portarlington Sustainable Energy, for a talk on Sustainability in the home.
Creative Ireland Laois in partnership with Laois Media Network and Dunamaise Arts Centre invite you to: - Screening showcase of recent shorts made in Laois selected by Seamus Duggan, RTÉ Short screen - Launch of Laois Short […]
Come along and enjoy a Sunday afternoon of piano music as part of Laois School of Music’s 21st Birthday celebrations, featuring current Musician Educators with Laois School of Music – Mary Wisely and Tatyana Vykhodtseva and past piano […]
The Finns are a highly successful folk music duo from Laois, Ireland, brothers Hugh and Ciaran Finn. Their roots lie in traditional Irish music, but their original songs have been described as alt-folk roots, or […]
To celebrate Halloween, we’ll be running a spooky cookery class for children.
In this workshop, children will get the opportunity to create tasty Halloween Treats to take home & enjoy.
This film is a hilarious and big-hearted sci-fi action adventure about an exhausted Chinese American laundromat owner, Evelyn Wang, who is struggling with an IRS audit and various family dramas, when she is suddenly plunged into the multiverse in order to defeat a villainous plan to destroy all universes!
Our weekly Farmers’ Market includes a range of over 20 stalls selling Fresh Vegetables and Fruit, Bread and confectionary, Fish and Meat, Artisan Foods & Ethnic treats from local suppliers
We are absolutely thrilled to announce that the fabulous talented John Spillane will play in the Grand Pavilion at Ballintubbert.
Creativity in Older Age is a visual arts workshop using a variety of art materials/processes to focus on creating visual responses to art images that stir something in us. Participants are encouraged to respond visually to images they connect with.
A family fun event Friday, 28th October & Saturday, 29th October, from 4pm to 8pm. 5 euro per person. Entry every 30 minutes.
Ballyfin Players will take to the stage with an original production by Frances Harney - "The CASE" Once again the production will be supporting two local community groups, with all profits going to Ballyfin GAA […]
MÁM is a meeting place between soloist and ensemble, classical and traditional, the local and universal. It brings together the virtuoso, Irish traditional concertina player Cormac Begley, the European classical, contemporary collective, s t a r g a z e, a young girl and twelve international dancers from the Teaċ Daṁsa company.
Tickets now on sale for our Halloween DJs Weekender with KAYCEE | SNOOP and FIONN Curran. 3 Massive nights over the October Bank Holiday. Friday - Kaycee and Ricky Ching, Saturday - DJ Snoop and Sunday […]
Get the bank holiday weekend off to a smashing start this Friday in The Square Bar… we have Loose Cannons at 10pm! See you there
Our weekly Farmers’ Market includes a range of over 20 stalls selling Fresh Vegetables and Fruit, Bread and confectionary, Fish and Meat, Artisan Foods & Ethnic treats from local suppliers
Learn cool Halloween craft ideas to make from recycled materials Make your spooky trick or treat decorations to take home & enjoy Suitability: Children 6 to 12 Years. Duration: 1 Hour. Capacity: 15 per group […]
Dress up in your scariest Halloween costumes...or even dress up your bike! For a scary - but still safe and cycle around the town. The kids will love the chance to put on their costumes […]
Come along if you dare to our Halloween Event!!! Movie, disco and some sweet treats. There will be a goodie bags available on the day for kids which you can purchase on arrival. We will […]
This Halloween weekend Moloneys Gaelic Bar promises to be a weekend where every taste in music we have covered for you to enjoy. Saturday night we have Last Minute playing from 10pm until closing. The […]
Fantastic prize for the Fancy Dress. Overnight stay in the Killashee Hotel & Spa. Entry with each ticket purchased
MÁM is a meeting place between soloist and ensemble, classical and traditional, the local and universal. It brings together the virtuoso, Irish traditional concertina player Cormac Begley, the European classical, contemporary collective, s t a r g a z e, a young girl and twelve international dancers from the Teaċ Daṁsa company.
Come ride our steam train this October bank holiday on Sunday 30th and Monday 31st.
Trains will be operating from 11am-4pm on both days, with diesel trains for the first hour and our steam loco Róisín hauling them for the rest of the day.
Following the success of several years of the Indoor Motor Show held in the Laois Shopping centre in Portlaoise, the Ballinakill Vintage and Classic Car Owners Club show committee have regrouped after a two year […]
Looking forward to welcoming everyone to our first ever Junior run and our annual Vintage tractor run.
A hugely popular Halloween event in Laois is back again this year. The Pumpkin Patch once again promises a weekend full of community spirit, as well as a few witches and ghouls. The only charges […]
Join us this bank holiday Sunday for our annual costume party. €150 bar tab for the best costume and prizes for 2nd and a free round of shots for the worst costume. A great night […]
We're getting you into a spooky mood for Halloween night, and just to note if there is a bad weather we move indoors to Emo GAA hall. Grab your gang and join us in Emo […]
KAYCEE making her debut in Lennons this Bank holiday Sunday Night… Hailing from Dublin who has been making waves in the Underground scene with and impressive array of club appearances under her belt such as […]
Main Bar - Dj Jim White The Gallows Stage - The Valves Wear your spookiest costume and be in with a chance to win €200 food and drink voucher.. Its going to be an awesome […]
This will be fun with proceeds going towards Abbeyleix Christmas Lights/ Market, get in early to avoid disappointment
A big night of local singing and stories with some good group is promised in Laois over the Halloween Bank Holiday Weekend. The evening of storytelling and song featuring local singers and storytellers / speakers, […]
Cardinal Sins will be launching their new EP “Hate the sin, love the Sinner” on the October Bank Holiday weekend, Sunday 30th with support on the night from Ghost of the Pine. Oh and it’s […]
Come and enjoy everything that we have to offer this bank holiday Sunday. For the weekend that's in it the dress code will be your spookiest, spellbinding Halloween costumes. Prizes on the night for best […]
Dress up and be in with a chance to win, let's make it a night to remember. Prizes on offer for best dressed so dress to impress
Come & be spooked at our Family Halloween Party. An ideal family day out. Suits: Boos & ghouls of all ages with a Halloween spirit. Price: 15 euro per child. (All children must be accompanied […]
Come ride our steam train this October bank holiday on Sunday 30th and Monday 31st.
Trains will be operating from 11am-4pm on both days, with diesel trains for the first hour and our steam loco Róisín hauling them for the rest of the day.
Looking forward to seeing all the fancy dress costumes. An afternoon of fun guaranteed.
Calling all you music loving ghosts and goblins! It's Hallowe'en Night and a Bank Holiday Monday - that only means one thing! Transmitter are back in Kavanagh's!~Kick off at 7pm, and we'll have some prizes […]
Making your business visible online - A marketing workshop for Start-up's, a marketing toolkit for start-up's provided on booking - how to start a marketing plan, marketing plan review for grant funding applications, and the workshop is provided […]
Starring the inimitable Mary Byrne of X Factor alongside Pop Singer and Dancing With The Stars Champion Jake Carter!
We have decided that there was such a good response to the last event that it would become a weekly event for the winter. This would give parents the chance to meet new people and […]
Starring the inimitable Mary Byrne of X Factor alongside Pop Singer and Dancing With The Stars Champion Jake Carter!
Round up your friends for a hilarious night out! Be shocked, delighted and amused by the only chat-line girls with dusters, attitude and their very own bus passes! Pure theatrical Viagra? It probably is for those who might just need the real thing!
Halloween Tour- Portlaoise!!! IRELAND'S BIGGEST UNDER 18 CLUBNIGHTS.. Strictly 1st & 2nd year - ID required Strictly no alcohol.
Niall McNamee is an Irish singer-songwriter and actor known for his own passionate, thoughtful and full-blooded songs. A self-taught musician, Niall has been immersed in music his whole life. Throughout years as a struggling young […]
The After Dark Bar has a weekend packed full of music entertainment lined up. We have something that will cover all tastes in music so make sure you come and join us over the weekend.
The fascinating story of two Laois sisters who were Governesses to wealthy French families in France at the height of the First World War. This book also contains fascinating reminisces by the author of a […]
World Premiere of ‘I am Not a Token’ by Áine McGeeney performed by the Music Generation Laois Trad Orchestra, under the direction of Áine McGeeney and Siobhan Buckley. This Gala concert also features a performance by […]
Transmitter are back playing at the Manor Hotel after two and a half years. This will surely be a night that you won't want to miss out on.
Our weekly Farmers’ Market includes a range of over 20 stalls selling Fresh Vegetables and Fruit, Bread and confectionary, Fish and Meat, Artisan Foods & Ethnic treats from local suppliers
This promises to be a night of great entertainment that people will be talking about for a long time to come. All people are welcome to take part in this event so lets make it […]
After two years without having the table quiz, we are back this Saturday night. All support would be greatly appreciated and it promises to be a great night of fun and entertainment.
Olivia Douglas first came to national attention as a contestant on TG4's Glór Tíre in 2016. Since then she has gone on to establish herself as one of the brightest new young talents on the […]
To celebrate Laois Food and Drink, Laois Taste in collaboration with Laois County Council and The Pantry Cafe and Walled Garden are hosting a morning of food and drink which will include produce from some […]
There will be a Craft Market every 1st Sunday of the Month at Solas
Two days after the CAO opens, Donnchadh O'Mahony will give a talk for both parents and students "All you need to know about the CAO". Donnchadh will discuss his formula for the CAO lists, must have […]
This family-friendly puzzle solving experience is designed for children of all ages, and will test the knowledge, critical thinking and puzzle solving skills of the participants. The entrants will need to walk around the museum, […]
The Women in Technical Theatre Roadshow engages female pupils from secondary level through a practical workshop that shows how lighting, sound and stage management skills serve live performance.
An Cailín Ciúin is a genuine, deeply felt portrait of the bonds that sustain us.
This workshop will cover a different variety of items ranging from, reducing costs by wintering pigs and cattle using the forest as a natural shelter. Extra income generating potential. Farming biologically (no chemical inputs).
We have decided that there was such a good response to the last event that it would become a weekly event for the winter. This would give parents the chance to meet new people and […]
Join Mary Dorcey, Jean O’Brien, Rita Kelly and Louise C. Callaghan for an evening of poetry celebrating 40 years of Salmon Publishing, as part of Leaves Festival 2022. Salmon Poetry, taking its name from the […]
A writer's workshop for adults, with author Claire Keegan. Claire Keegan’s stories have been published in The New Yorker, The Paris Review, Granta, Best American Stories and are translated into thirty languages. She had won […]
An intimate evening of reading and conversation with acclaimed author Claire Keegan and novelist, journalist & broadcaster, Edel Coffey. Accompanied with music by Harpanno. Claire Keegan’s stories have been published in The New Yorker, The Paris Review, Granta, […]
Whiplash are Ireland's No.1 Metallica Tribute band. We perform professional Metallica shows with the live vibe, energy and sound that Metallica are famous for. Experience the next best thing to a real Metallica show and […]
Bailey are back this Friday night in The Square Bar, this will be a night not to be missed. Come and join us for a fun packed night
This family-friendly puzzle solving experience is designed for children of all ages, and will test the knowledge, critical thinking and puzzle solving skills of the participants. The entrants will need to walk around the museum, […]
Our weekly Farmers’ Market includes a range of over 20 stalls selling Fresh Vegetables and Fruit, Bread and confectionary, Fish and Meat, Artisan Foods & Ethnic treats from local suppliers
Attend our spiritual Kundalini Yoga Class and nature Sound Bath, this event will include congregation & setup, opening sound gongs, deep meditative sound bath of Greek gongs. Tea, Coffee and biscuits and a gentle farewell
The author of more than a dozen books of poetry and prose, since 2020 Pat Boran has made as many short poetry films which have been shown at film and literary festivals all over the […]
Local poet Laura Murphy will host an intimate afternoon of spoken word and song sharing that promises to uplift and inspire. While the focus will be on ‘poetry as a life-cherishing force’, there is an […]
In this event, chef, teacher and food writer Rory O’Connell will be joined in conversation by food journalist Katy McGuinness to discuss his life in the kitchen covering such topics as founding Ballymaloe Cookery School […]
Marty Guilfoyle is one of Irelands best known DJs, so make sure you come and join us for what is sure to be a night that you wont forget in a hurry
Back by popular demand this Saturday we have live band “G & T”… Great night guaranteed, not to be missed
Make sure you come and join us this Saturday Night for what promises to be a memorable occasion and a fun packed night for all involved.
A new market will open at the recently redeveloped Rathdowney Brand Central Hub. Both indoor and outdoor space available. We are currently reaching out to all interested parties to secure stall holders for this exciting […]
Clothes swapping is one of the most environmentally friendly ways to reduce waste, contribute less to the increasing accumulation of toxic chemicals in the environment and upgrade your wardrobe without spending a penny!
An amazing fun filled day with lots of entertainment! We can't wait to see you all
Come and join us this Sunday, the fabulous local singers will keep you entertained. We hope to see you all there.
Great night of dancing in The Clock Inn this Sunday night, so get the dancing shoes on and join us for what will be a great night.
Another new band takes to our stage this coming Sunday night. Paddy Mangan and Fran O' Mara former members of The Druids Irish Rebel Band.
Toastmasters is a powerful combination of a proven education program where you receive effective evaluation that helps you build skills at your own pace.
This event provides information support and the opportunity to meet new people and share stories with them.
All are being welcomed to BloomHQ in Mountrath next Wednesday to explore the benefits of ‘Going Digital’ for communities, individuals and businesses across Laois.
This family-friendly puzzle solving experience is designed for children of all ages, and will test the knowledge, critical thinking and puzzle solving skills of the participants. The entrants will need to walk around the museum, […]
We have decided that there was such a good response to the last event that it would become a weekly event for the winter. This would give parents the chance to meet new people and […]
Join Brian Gibson of Forensic Science Ireland and Dr Craig Slattery of UCD to explore the key role science plays in solving crime.
Abbeyleix Golf Club are inviting everyone to come and join us on what promises to be a night that you wont forget in a hurry.
This Friday night in aid of this years Christmas Lights. All welcome and terrific prizes in store, we look forward to seeing you
Come and join this informal gathering of Irish speakers of various abilities. This will be an opportunity for Irish speaking people to chat freely without feeling obliged to switch to English for the benefit of […]
Sat 19-26 November, Tickets €20, 8pm (Concession €18 Monday only)
Please NOTE Sunday 20 Nov, Time is 6pm