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…
Frances Harney and Tom Conroy, in association with Mountmellick C.S., proudly present the world premiere of, “To The Dome”, a quintessentially theatrical show with a charming mix of drama, singing, dance and music … including more than 20 original musical numbers.
This fun run takes place over the June Bank Holiday with the midland County of Laois in Ireland as the event base
Frances Harney and Tom Conroy, in association with Mountmellick C.S., proudly present the world premiere of, “To The Dome”, a quintessentially theatrical show with a charming mix of drama, singing, dance and music … including more than 20 original musical numbers.
The rolling midland’s landscape will bring participants near and past ice age esker ridges, neolithic ring forts, the Dún of Clopook (Home of the Púca), medieval churches, landed gentry estates, An Cruchan, round towers, and lots mor
Timahoe Heritage Festival is on 4th & 5th of June in Timahoe Heritage Centre, Co Laois with lots of family fun and entertainment! Throughout the day we will be exploring the past through our Viking House excavation workshop - The Big Dig! Places are limited so reserve your ticket online now! The Big Dig at Timahoe Heritage Festival 2022 is supported by The Heritage Council as part of the Laois Heritage and Biodiversity Strategy 2021 - 2026.
Timahoe Heritage Festival is on 4th & 5th of June in Timahoe Heritage Centre, Co Laois with lots of family fun and entertainment! Throughout the day the children will get to see our Viking Coin Making Workshop where we will demonstrate how Ireland's first coin was minted while learning all about ancient trade and commerce in medieval Ireland.
Timahoe Heritage Festival is on 4th & 5th of June in Timahoe Heritage Centre, Co Laois with lots of family fun and entertainment! Throughout the day we will be offering a creative Viking Bead Making workshops. Children will learn about ancient craft of glass bead making and will create and design their own necklaces or bracelets to take home using an easy to use polymer clay!
Frances Harney and Tom Conroy, in association with Mountmellick C.S., proudly present the world premiere of, “To The Dome”, a quintessentially theatrical show with a charming mix of drama, singing, dance and music … including more than 20 original musical numbers.
Bank holiday bluebells come ride our stream train this June bank holiday on Sunday 5th and Monday 6th.
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.
There will be a Craft Market every 1st Sunday of the Month at Solas
Timahoe Heritage Festival is on 4th & 5th of June in Timahoe Heritage Centre, Co Laois with lots of family fun and entertainment! Throughout the day we will be exploring the past through our Viking House excavation workshop - The Big Dig! Places are limited so reserve your ticket online now! The Big Dig at Timahoe Heritage Festival 2022 is supported by The Heritage Council as part of the Laois Heritage and Biodiversity Strategy 2021 - 2026.
Timahoe Heritage Festival is on 4th & 5th of June in Timahoe Heritage Centre, Co Laois with lots of family fun and entertainment! Throughout the day the children will get to see our Viking Coin Making Workshop where we will demonstrate how Ireland's first coin was minted while learning all about ancient trade and commerce in medieval Ireland.
Timahoe Heritage Festival is on 4th & 5th of June in Timahoe Heritage Centre, Co Laois with lots of family fun and entertainment! Throughout the day we will be offering a creative Viking Bead Making workshops. Children will learn about ancient craft of glass bead making and will create and design their own necklaces or bracelets to take home using an easy to use polymer clay!
Fin Dwyer, from the acclaimed Irish History Podcast, will give a talk on The Great Famine, with particular emphasis on the fact that 2022 is the 175th anniversary of 1847 - the worst year of the Great Hunger, also known as Black ’47.
Fin is an historian, author and podcaster, who studied archaeology and Greek and Roman Civilisation in University College Dublin and completed a masters in archaeology in 2004.
Join us at The Midlands Park Hotel for what promises to be a great night's entertainment with the wonderful Nathan Carter.
Bank holiday bluebells come ride our stream train this June bank holiday on Sunday 5th and Monday 6th.
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.
Irelands Ultimate tribute to Bon Jovi return to Kavanaghs Courtyard Venue for what promises to one hell of a gig!
Set aside Sunday 12th June as a day for nurturing and rebalancing for your good self or a loved one.
The date is set for a very special collaboration between two heart based women to hold space for you to deeply release, relax and come back to your highest self.
The day will restore harmony between body, mind and spirit through gentle yoga, meditation, journaling, forest bathing, delicious vegan lunch and an afternoon of blissful sound healing.
Learn how to make a beautiful Summer wreath to take home & enjoy.
With a full house of traders from across Ireland, there will be something for all tastes, interests and budgets. From rare and collectable books, banknotes and coins, to antique and vintage jewellery, plus furniture big and small, countless items for the home from tableware to artworks, and a whole host of quirky curios besides.
Top gardening speakers, food, entertainment for all the family!
Join Folk Singer Emer Dunne in the unique setting of Timahoe Heritage Centre for a FREE live music event.
Wonderfully recreating the feel of a country home in 1980s Ireland, An Cailín Ciúin, adapted from Claire Keegan’s acclaimed short story, Foster, is a genuine, deeply felt portrait of the bonds that sustain us.
Wonderfully recreating the feel of a country home in 1980s Ireland, An Cailín Ciúin, adapted from Claire Keegan’s acclaimed short story, Foster, is a genuine, deeply felt portrait of the bonds that sustain us.
Frank and JJ are taking to the stage together - The Apple and the Tree!
Chapterhouse Theatre Company Presents magical theatre in magical surroundings.
Clonohill Gardens Open Weekend, in support of Laois Hospice, Saturday 18th and Sunday 19th June are the days to visit this remarkable garden.
All aboard! It's full steam ahead for our next public running day, Sunday, June 19th.
Rusty the diesel is on for the first hour of trains from 11am before Róisín the steam loco takes over from 12pm-4pm. Tickets are valid for unlimited journeys between 11am and 4pm and are sold on the day at the station before boarding.
Come join us for our exclusive garden open days. Explore the organic gardens at your own pace, linger under ancient apple trees, immerse yourself in birdsong, wander through woodlands, smell 300 roses and sit in the quietness of the orchard.
Clonohill Gardens Open Weekend, in support of Laois Hospice, Saturday 18th and Sunday 19th June are the days to visit this remarkable garden.
A Musical Celebration of a town twinning 2022.
Featuring , Steve Cooney Laois School of Music, along with Musicians from Franklin High School, Tennessee and Michael Rooney from Music Generation Laois.
Join Emer Dunne in the unique setting of Donaghmore Famine Workhouse for a FREE live performance.
Make sure to get your early bird tickets on sale 9am this Friday May 6th on www.oldfortquarter.ie
Ticket Sales managed by Dunamaise Arts Centre.
It is with great pleasure to present this fundraising concert, arranged by Nathan James who has put together a great line-up for the show; Miracles of Music, which is a fundraising event for Portlaoise Lourdes pilgrims in need. This fundraiser is to help provide financial assistance to someone who is unwell or in need, who would love to get the opportunity to travel and visit Our Lady of Lourdes.
The Old Fort Quarter Festival 2022 is delighted to return to Portlaoise after a 2-year hiatus, over the last weekend in June Thursday 23rd to Sunday 26th. This year’s festival promises to be the largest yet with a bulging line up that will include four fantastic headline gigs, ticketed on the Main Stage in Laois Music Centre, as well as FREE entertainment for all ages across Main Street and Fitzmaurice Plaza, Portlaoise.
Come and join the super fun family activities such as fun summer games, cooking fun, sandcastle building and many more.
Aslan headlines Saturday night of The Old Fort Quarter Festival 2022, as part of their 40th Anniversary nationwide tour that culminates with a headline performance in the 3 Arena in September. We are delighted to work with MCD to secure this huge gig. Aslan came together as a band in 1982, which means they are forty years together in 2022 - an amazing achievement for any band. Over the forty years they have had numerous chart successes, toured the world, broken up, made up and given us some classic songs such as This Is and Crazy World. Today, Aslan continue to entertain the masses in many of Ireland’s and the UKs premier venues.
The route of either 10km or 5km will take you cross-country through some of Ireland’s last surviving ancient woodlands at Abbey Leix House and Farm Estate. It’s rough terrain, so be prepared. Start Times: 10k Route - 12pm, 5k Route - 12.15pm.
Celebrate with family, friends and neighbours at the Stable Yard. For your entertainment we’ll have acrobats, games, and an aeroplane display; plus local crafts and cuisine, food trucks, face painters, and more.
Join "The Lost Messiahs" for a special intimate gig in Timahoe Heritage Centre.
Bands and singer-songwriters age 10-18 from Music Generation programmes in Laois, South Dublin, Offaly-Westmeath, Waterford, Sligo and Roscommon will take to the stage to perform at this inaugural event for young musicians.
A unique tribute to the golden era of early 90s dance, pop and R‘n’B. This Dublin six-piece is comprised of experienced musicians performing the best of classic 90s tracks. Smash Hits! have appeared on bills across Ireland with acts like 50 Cent, MGMT, 5ive, S-Club, Faithless, Wheatus, Orbital, The Saturdays, The Coronas and 2Unlimited. The Smash Hits! live show has been getting the party started in venues, nightclubs, corporate events and festivals for the last five years.
Come along with family and friends, picnic in one of Ireland's beautiful gardens and surroundings and enjoy a wonderful performance of ABBA’s greatest hits! What could be more fun in the summer sun!
We are very excited to be hosting this amazing workshop, Circular Economy Academy Workshop in conjunction with Rediscovery Centre and The Environmental Protection Agency.
If you are interested in exploring new business opportunities around repair, reuse, lending and environmental innovation then come along to this free event at SOLAS.
There will be ticketed concerts in Bobs Hideouts on both the Friday & Saturday - numbers are very limited for these - please get in touch with Bob's Bar directly to reserve your spot.
There will be ticketed concerts in Bobs Hideouts on both the Friday & Saturday - numbers are very limited for these - please get in touch with Bob's Bar directly to reserve your spot.
All aboard! It's full steam ahead for our next public running day, Sunday, July 3rd.
Rusty the diesel is on for the first hour of trains from 11am before Róisín the steam loco takes over from 12pm-4pm. Tickets are valid for unlimited journeys between 11am and 4pm and are sold on the day at the station before boarding.
There will be a Craft Market every 1st Sunday of the Month at Solas
