County Laois offers a warm welcome and the promise of a unique experience that lingers long after your visit, with its rich heritage, stunning landscapes, and vibrant local charm.
County Laois serves up a delicious taste of Ireland, where local flavours, cosy cafés, and lively pubs offer memorable moments and warm hospitality in every bite and sip.
County Laois invites you to rest and recharge with a range of welcoming accommodation, from charming guesthouses to elegant hotels, all set against a backdrop of peaceful countryside and friendly local charm.
Planning your visit to County Laois is the first step towards a memorable escape, with helpful tips, local insights, and all you need to make the most of your time in this hidden gem of Ireland.
Laois Chamber Alliance brings together Laois Chamber and Laois Tourism under one umbrella—enhancing collaboration, events, and opportunities to build a thriving local economy and promote Laois as a premier destination to live, work, visit, invest, and do business.
County Laois offers a warm welcome and the promise of a unique experience that lingers long after your visit, with its rich heritage, stunning landscapes, and vibrant local charm.
County Laois serves up a delicious taste of Ireland, where local flavours, cosy cafés, and lively pubs offer memorable moments and warm hospitality in every bite and sip.
County Laois invites you to rest and recharge with a range of welcoming accommodation, from charming guesthouses to elegant hotels, all set against a backdrop of peaceful countryside and friendly local charm.
Planning your visit to County Laois is the first step towards a memorable escape, with helpful tips, local insights, and all you need to make the most of your time in this hidden gem of Ireland.
Laois Chamber Alliance brings together Laois Chamber and Laois Tourism under one umbrella—enhancing collaboration, events, and opportunities to build a thriving local economy and promote Laois as a premier destination to live, work, visit, invest, and do business.
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!
We welcome all ages and all levels, if you just have one song or poem or if you have been writing for years, this is a platform for you to come and share your work with other artists and attentive listeners. Come and sing your new hit or recite your latest limerick, we love to […]
When Polly Greenjeans asks Santa for a hippopotamus for Christmas, the stage comes alive and turns into a fun-filled, musical adventure. Join Polly on her hilarious quest for the most unusual Christmas present ever. However, when Santa arrives things don’t quite go according to plan and turn into a whirlwind of comedy, surprises and heart-warming […]
Come join us for a fun and festive Christmas Centrepiece workshop where you'll learn how to create beautiful fresh decorations for your home. Our facilitator will guide you through the process, providing all the materials and tools you need to craft a stunning centrepiece. Whether you're a seasoned crafter or a complete beginner, this workshop […]
The Crooners at Christmas is a dazzling new theatre tour bringing festive magic to stages across the UK and Ireland. Celebrate the golden age of swing with timeless Christmas classics made famous by legends Nat King Cole, Frank Sinatra, and Peggy Lee. Featuring a live band and stunning vocals, this nostalgic show captures the warmth, […]
Frank Capra’s masterpiece manages to span all human emotions from total joy to utter despair. Unquestionably made to give hope to post-war America, the film shows us all the hardships of life in a world shaped by global conflict and economic depression, yet, in a final sublime moment of catharsis, reminds us why every individual […]
It’s always party time when Abba are about, but when it’s the 50th anniversary of their foundation, then that’s a real excuse for a party. Their music is the most played on radio stations around the world and the musical based on their life is still packing Theatres from Waterloo to Timbuktu.
A transformative, 12-week programme inspired by The Artist’s Way by Julia Cameron, which encourages participants to explore and reclaim their creativity. Building on established principles of creative expression, this programme is designed to engage participants from diverse backgrounds in Laois, offering them an opportunity to unlock their creative potential, develop a personal practice, and build […]
In this hilarious and chaotic pantomime, the classic tale of Goldilocks and the Three Bears gets completely turned on its head, thanks to a spelling mistake. Instead of bears, we meet the 3 Beours. Three eccentric ladies named Cat, Wanda and Nada whose misadventures launch a riot of mix-ups, songs, and slapstick. Amidst the mayhem, […]
The Portlaoise Jazz Festival will relaunch in 2026, Expect bopping jazz, cool blues, smooth soul along with workshops for younger musicians. The headline performance of the festival will be held in the Dunamaise Theatre. The Jazz Pub Trail will be held in the pubs and restaurants located on main street Portlaoise.
Dublin- based jazz guitarist and vocalist Lee Meehan has been a vibrant presence on the Irish music scene for over twenty years. Initially making his mark in blues and soul circles, he performed with notable acts such as Don Baker, The 9 Bars, Gotcha!, The Business, Rob Strong and Damien Dempsey.
This show celebrates the greatest songs ever to hit the silver screen. Featuring music from Dirty Dancing, Top Gun, The Bodyguard, The Graduate, Footloose, Flashdance, Titanic, Armageddon, Pretty Woman, The Greatest Showman and more, it’s a live journey through the soundtracks of some of cinema’s most memorable moments. This live show is perfect for anyone […]
Now seen by over 350,000 fans live and watched by millions on TV, Europe’s No.1 multi-award-winning show "The Legends of American Country", this hit country show returns for another fantastic night of toe-tapping Country nostalgia. The upcoming tour will showcase highly acclaimed tributes to Dolly Parton, Johnny Cash, Don Williams, Patsy Cline, Hank Williams, Tammy […]
The Play takes place in a luxury country hotel. Bill the groom wakes up on his wedding morning with a very attractive girl beside him in the bed. In the depts of his drunken hangover, he cant even remember meeting her the night before. Panic ensues when the best man Tom and bride arrive and […]
In June 1989 Sharon was rehearsing and demoing tracks for her first album, when she was whisked away to the Glastonbury festival with The Waterboys. In the 30 years that have elapsed since then, Sharon has recorded 10 studio albums, 5 live albums, 4 ‘Best of…’ compilations and 3 live concert DVDs.
These talented musicians set a new standard with incredible arrangements and harmonies. Join Onóir on a musical odyssey from their take on traditional to modern songs. From tears to laughter, enjoy chemistry, excitement and banter in a show to remember
Sean Conway set out to achieve something no-one else on the planet had ever managed; ultra-endurance records for first, longest, fastest and most. 105 Iron Man competitions in 105 days, the first to swim the length of Britain, the fastest unsupported cycle across Europe and a 4200 mile continuous triathlon later, Sean is one of […]
Described as a singer whose voice has the remarkable ability of taking you into his world, Tommy’s fans will enjoy this ultimate celebration concert. For over 30 years Tommy has shared his gift and enjoyed sharing the stage with other icons of the industry such as Elaine Paige, Kenny Rogers, Christy Hennessy, Phil Coulter, De […]
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 […]
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 […]
Rock Icons Show is the ultimate classic rock experience touring Ireland, the U.K. Europe and beyond. The show takes you on a journey through some of the world's greatest classic rock bands and albums, featuring the music of rock icons such as Deep Purple, Free, Bon Jovi, Toto, Rainbow, Def Leppard, Thin Lizzy, Kiss, Alice […]
