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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!

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Princess Singalong At Kavanaghs Bar & Venue

Calling all princesses to Kavanaghs Bar & Venue Portlaoise. Come join our princesses for a fun-filled show of singalong classics with free meet & greet after the performance. All ages welcome

€16.50

Peter McGann Ah No

The Great Lad is back with a hilarious new comedy special. Join Peter McGann on a deeply stupid time-jumping journey as he brushes shoulders with the Chicago mafia, a flying column from Cork and D-list Irish content creators, all the while seeking to learn just what kind of comedian, and indeed man, he wants to […]

€19.80

Pa Sheehy Irish Acoustic Tour

Pa Sheehy, hailing from the picturesque town of Dingle in County Kerry, has emerged as one of Ireland’s most heartfelt voices. Formerly the frontman of the critically acclaimed indie‑pop outfit Walking on Cars, Sheehy now embraces a deeply introspective solo path that blends folk, indie, and alternative textures. Heavily influenced by artists like Phoebe Bridgers, […]

€27.50

Eamonn Dunne and The Flat Earthers

Eamonn Dunne and The Flat Earthers play a high impact set of Rock, Blues with a healthy peppering of Rockabilly and Outlaw Country. We troll through the world of conspiracy theories from pens at the ballot box, to robotic lawn mowers and vacuum cleaners.

Free

Pogueology Extra Date Added

Pogueology ‘A tribute to The Pogues’ came together in 2015 with a view to recreating the energy, mayhem and sheer party atmosphere of A Pogues live gig. All the Pogues favourites are covered in the set including Streams of Whiskey, Sally McLennane, Fiesta, A Pair of Brown Eyes and Rainy Night in Soho. The band […]

€24.20

Pogueology A Tribute To The Pogues

Pogueology ‘A tribute to The Pogues’ came together in 2015 with a view to recreating the energy, mayhem and sheer party atmosphere of A Pogues live gig. All the Pogues favourites are covered in the set including Streams of Whiskey, Sally McLennane, Fiesta, A Pair of Brown Eyes and Rainy Night in Soho. The band […]

€24.20

Byro The Big Christmas Gig

The Big Homecoming Christmas Gig for Byro. Hailing from the Midlands of Ireland, ‘BYRO’ are an up and coming 4 piece Indie/Rock outfit sure to have you hooked from the get go. Drawing influences from an array of acts past and present, they present a unique and undeniably recognizable sound. With their dedicated fan base […]

€9.90

The Crooked Jacks Christmas Special

They’ve been gallivanting across the States, turning heads and melting hearts — but now the lads are back where they belong.  This Christmas, The Crooked Jacks are bringing it all home to Portlaoise for one mighty night of tunes, tales and craic. It’s been a long road, but the boys are back in town — and […]

Free

Zombie Irelands Premier Cranberries Tribute Band

Fresh from a storming set at the Electric Picnic Zombie, Ireland's Premier Cranberries tribute band return to Kavanaghs for what promises to be a gig to remember this Christmas. Edel, Reece, Pauric and Adrian return to Kavanagh's bringing the magic of The Cranberries to our stage for what will be a memorable gig  honouring one […]

€21.45

David McSavage McSavage Rules

Following a sell-out show at the same venue David McSavage returns to Kavanaghs Bar & Venue Portlaoise, with a unhelpful masterpiece for regaining his integrity. This hilarious show will help you learn how be an outsider, own nothing, be poor and hated, but if nothing else, you will have integrity.

€27.50

David McSavage – The Occasional Ride

Honest, awkward truths of being an older man in the bedroom — blending physical comedy, sharp observations, and reflections on aging masculinity, long-term relationships, dating, health, and technology. Truth bombs dressed up as jokes, self-loathing wrapped in charm, and absolutely no concern for the comfort of the audience.

€27.50

Men In the Box The Ultimate Alice in Chains Tribute

Get ready for a night of raw energy, haunting harmonies, and pure 90s grunge power as Men In The Box, Ireland’s leading Alice in Chains tribute band, bring the dark and beautiful sounds of Seattle to Kavanagh’s Courtyard. Fronted by one of Ireland’s finest rock vocalists and backed by a powerhouse band, they capture the intensity […]

€16.50

Roll With It – The Ultimate Oasis Experience

Roll With It formed in 2013 to bring the music of the Gallagher's to the live stage in Belfast and beyond. Their setlist spans all seven albums and includes the hit singles right through to the acoustic B-sides. The band is made up of experienced musicians with a passion for the greatest band of the […]

€19.80

The Year Grunge Broke

After their last spectacular sold-out show, The Year Grunge Broke returns to Kavanagh's, Portlaoise. Calling all fans of Nirvana, Pearl Jam, Soundgarden, Alice In Chains, The Smashing Pumpkins, Stone Temple Pilots, Tool, Rage Against The Machine, Screaming Trees, and more! Don't miss this electrifying celebration of Grunge and '90s Alternative Rock.

€22

Neil Delamere Reinventing the Neil

Our comedic adventurer returns with a brand new standup show, packed to the brim of tall tales and hilarious stories. Join the star of the Blame Game, Live at the Apollo, QI and Celebrity Chase as he ponders the eternal question, if it ain't broke should he fix it?

€33

Megadeath UK Tribute Act

The ultimate Megadeth experience is coming back to Ireland. Formed in 2007 by lifelong Megadeth fans Richie and Darryl, Megadeth UK have spent nearly two decades perfecting every riff, solo, and scream that made Dave Mustaine’s band one of the “Big Four” of thrash metal.

€19.80

Craic Sabbath At Kavanaghs Bar & Venue

Craic Sabbath started in early 2015, made up of members of various existing metal bands from the Limerick area, playing Ozzy era Black Sabbath material with plans to expand into other eras of Sabbath History. With seven members in the band, the line-up changes during the show, guitar players change, keyboards come in and out, […]

€13.20

An Intimate Evening with Huey Morgan The Fun Lovin’ Criminal

You may have encountered the dynamic personality of Huey Morgan in many ways. Frontman, radio and television broadcaster, author and DJ, Huey is many things at once.  A charismatic, authentic, passionate, and popular renegade himself, Huey’s groove is infectious. And now he’s heading out on his first solo tour – mixing music and chat - […]

€33

Jason Byrne – “Head In The Clouds”

Is it a bird? … Is it a plane? … No, it’s probably Jason Byrne with his head in the f**king clouds again. Join “The Outright King of Live Comedy” on his daily commute between having his feet firmly on the ground and his head floating in the clouds. There’s enough crap going on in […]

€33

Mack Fleetwood At Kavanaghs Bar & Venue

Following a string of sold-out shows across the country, Europe’s premier tribute to the supergroup Fleetwood Mac, Mack Fleetwood are set to return to Kavanagh's Courtyard Venue. They are selling out major music venues, enthralling crowds and receiving rave reviews wherever they go. Book early to be sure not to miss this opportunity for a truly brilliant […]

€26.40