What’s On Guide

Join us at Portlaoise Library for our Pop-Up Gaeltacht as part of Seachtain na Gaeilge. This informal and welcoming gathering offers a chance to practise and enjoy the Irish language in a relaxed setting. Whether you’re fluent, rusty, or just beginning your journey with Gaeilge, all are encouraged to come along for conversation and community. […]

Celebrate Seachtain na Gaeilge at Portlaoise Library with a lively evening of Irish music, poetry and dance. Enjoy performances from Coláiste Dhún Masc, Gaelscoil Phort Laoise, Gabriel Lynam School of Irish Dancing, Comhaltas Portlaoise, and Portlaoise Library’s Ciorcal Comhrá. A wonderful opportunity to experience the richness of Irish culture and talent in our local community. […]

Dalkey Players celebrate 50 years this year and are delighted to be bringing John B Keane’s ‘Sive’ to the stage as their Circuit play for 2026. A gothic fable that tells the story of young love, greed and bitterness. A scheming matchmaker and a resentful woman, force a young girl to marry a much older […]

Explore exciting career opportunities in transport and logistics. The event is designed to be fun, informative and engaging. People will get the opportunity to meet with companies and educational institutions involved with the logistics and supply chain industry. This isn’t your average careers fair. Your adventure begins here.

Join us for an adults-only Nintendo Tournament packed with friendly competition, nostalgic classics, and plenty of bragging rights. Whether you’re a casual button-masher or a seasoned pro, jump in, grab a controller, and battle it out for prizes and glory. Places are limited so booking early is essential.

Two elderly bachelor brothers Eugene and Pat McPartland have lived under the same roof for almost 70 years. Their days marked by quiet routines and unspoken regrets. They haven’t exchanged more than a grunt or nod in decades. On this night Pat knocks on Eugene’s bedroom door to discuss something important. What begins as an […]

Bingo Loco has taken the world by storm with sold out shows in 200 locations around the globe from Dublin to Sydney. They have flipped the traditional game of Bingo on its head and turned it into a 3 hour long interactive stage show complete with dance offs, lip sync battles, throwback anthems, confetti showers […]

In this workshop, Sarah, owner of The Wild Grazer, will demonstrate the process of creating a beautiful cheese & charcuterie board while teaching you all the tips & tricks to make your own. You will learn how to style and arrange a gorgeous board using the best of local Irish produce. Sarah will share some […]

After the roaring success of A Day in the Country, Tadhg J Devery is back with a brand-new, bigger, wilder, and completely unhinged comedy show. Pints, Dentures & Rock ’n’ Roll. This time the characters aren’t just having the craic … they’re fully out of control. Expect a fast-paced, laugh-out-loud night of rural Irish chaos […]

For the final night of the 2026 Mountmellick Drama Festival, we are delighted to introduce “Da” by Hugh Leonard. Now middle-aged and living in London, successful writer Charlie Tynan returns home to Dublin after the death of his adopted father, Da, to get to grips with their beguiling and maddening relationship.

Ireland’s adopted Aussie whirlwind is back with a brand-new hour of rapid-fire stand-up. Fresh off hosting Dublin’s hottest comedy club, The Craic Den, and winning the People’s Choice Award at the Edinburgh Fringe, Damo brings his signature mix of off-the-cuff madness and laser-sharp storytelling. This kind of chaotic playfulness has made him a favourite on […]

Join us for a Support Morning for Parents living with no surviving children at the Killeshin Hotel. This event is a safe space for parents who have experienced the unimaginable loss of their only child or children. Connect with others who understand your journey and share stories, memories, and support. Together, we can find comfort and healing […]

Join us in Portlaoise Library for a craft event before St Patricks Day. There will be be crafts and colouring to celebrate before Irelands national holiday. This will be suitable for boys and girls between the ages of five and nine. Places are limited so booking early is essential.

SpongeBob is heading to Irish cinemas with an as Gaeilge version of his new film to mark Seachtain na Gaeilge. Based on the long-running Nickelodeon series, the film follows SpongeBob and his Bikini Bottom friends as they set sail on a new adventure. Determined to prove himself, SpongeBob follows the Flying Dutchman, a ghost pirate, […]

Following the wonderful celebration of 200 years of Mountmellick Embroidery last November, the Mountmellick Development Association is delighted to continue our community project: the creation of a new embroidery commemorative piece - “stitched by the people, for the people.” Whether you’re a complete beginner or already comfortable with a needle, you are very welcome to […]

He’s back with the gags, the characters, and the one-liners that have made him a legend. Join Conal Gallen, Ireland’s master of mayhem, for a night of laugh-out-loud stand-up in The Last Laugh Tour.  From mad family stories to classic Irish observations, Conal delivers the kind of comedy only he can. It's cheeky, it’s wild […]

Join us for a special Mother’s Day Messy Play in Cullahill Community Centre. Enjoy some messy and sensory exploration and lots of fun. Places are limited so booking your child's place early is essential.

The wait is over! Stradbally Woodland Railway returns for the 2026 season. Enjoy a scenic 15-minute journey along our 1km woodland loop, and your ticket is valid for multiple train rides – the perfect family day out and a wonderful way to kick off spring. Warm up with tea, coffee or a snack from Stemin’ […]