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!
Week of Events
James Mac MUA Exhibition
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 […]
Upcoming Music at Kavanaghs Bar & Venue
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
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 […]
Vision Impaired Swimming Programme Portlaoise
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 […]
Mountrath Beginners Jive Course
Mountrath Beginners Jive Course
The classes, run over three weeks, offer people a great opportunity to improve their dancing skills. Grow in confidence as you learn to Jive with others, all who are at the beginner stage. After this […]
Autumn Term Craft Club
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 […]
Autumn/ Winter Trad Sessions
Autumn/ Winter Trad Sessions
Portlaoise Tradfest are delighted to announce that they will be holding some trad sessions over the coming months in Ramsbottom & Sons Portlaoise. Make sure you keep your Friday nights free everybody, it’s going to […]
Race Night in Aid of Abbeyleix Gaa
Race Night in Aid of Abbeyleix Gaa
Our Race Night packages have proven to be the most popular and successful format of fundraising to date, but that is not to say that it is the most entertaining. Although, if you can imagine […]
Ruaile Buaile at The Anvil Inn
Ruaile Buaile at The Anvil Inn
Ruaile Buaile are an Irish based 5 piece twisted-trad band, based in the midlands of Ireland. From upbeat old Irish favourites, ground thumping trad, and unique twists on recent day classics, this collective are bringing […]
Free Play and Risk By Dr. Mary O Kane
Free Play and Risk By Dr. Mary O Kane
Join Dr. Mary O’Kane at Portlaoise Library for an insightful discussion on the importance of free play in children's development. In this engaging talk, Dr. O’Kane will explore the critical role of free play in […]
Paint & Pints at Ramsbottom & Son
Paint & Pints at Ramsbottom & Son
Come along and enjoy a fun evening of painting and pints in Ramsbottoms Pub, Portlaoise. Claire will show you how to create your own masterpiece. She provides all the materials needed to create your painting, […]
Fitz of Inch Open Day
Fitz of Inch Open Day
Come explore the charm of Fitz of Inch Open Day! Sip on complimentary tea and coffee, enjoy delicious bites, and tour our stunning events barn, hot tub, and more—plus, snag exclusive booking discounts available only […]
Red Velvet, The Ultimate Heart Tribute
Red Velvet, The Ultimate Heart Tribute
Come join us for a night of unforgettable music at The Anvil Inn Portarlington. Get ready to rock out to all the classic hits from the legendary band, Heart. This event will transport you back […]
Furniture Upcycling Demonstration
Furniture Upcycling Demonstration
Join us in Portlaoise Library for an inspiring furniture upcycling demonstration. Perfect for anyone passionate about home furnishings, upcycling, and sustainability, this event will guide you through the creative process of transforming an ordinary piece […]
Youth Dance Day
Youth Dance Day
Laois Dance Platform 2024 kicks off with a day for dance students interested in pursuing a career in dance, as well as their parents, dance leaders and teachers, and the larger dance community. Dance artist […]
Emo Court Coffee Walk for Remote and Hybrid Workers in Laois
Emo Court Coffee Walk for Remote and Hybrid Workers in Laois
To all remote and hybrid workers in the Laois area, we invite you to join us on a leisurely stroll through the beautiful gardens and grounds of the magnificent Emo Court. The walk will suit […]
Portlaoise Psychic & Holistic Fair
Portlaoise Psychic & Holistic Fair
Join us at The Midlands Park Hotel for Portlaoise Psychic & Holistic Fair. Free Talks & Workshops, plus over 35 stands showcasing some of Ireland’s top Mediums, Psychics, Tarot and Angel card readers offering One-to-One […]
Abbeyleix Manor Hotel Wedding Showcase
Abbeyleix Manor Hotel Wedding Showcase
This is a drop-in event so whether you’re newly engaged and looking for your perfect venue or have already booked with us here at The Manor, call in any time to meet Alex and the […]