What’s On in Limerick – Riverfest, Qween, Opera Gala, BIIRD & Fleadh by the Feale

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Eric Fitzgerald
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Fidget Feet perform at Redemptorists Church during Riverfest.
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From David Gray at King John’s Castle to Riverfest thrills, opera, theatre, drag shows, and fireworks—here’s your ultimate guide to what’s happening …..

Thursday, May 1

  • Cyrano – Lime Tree Theatre
    A witty, gender-flipped take on Cyrano de Bergerac by MIC’s final-year students. Directed by Ann Blake.

  • A Little Bit of Magic – Belltable
    Southill Community Drama Group presents a heartwarming original play about care home residents on a Burren adventure.

  • Opera Gala with Tara Erraught – University Concert Hall
    National Symphony Orchestra performs arias from Mozart, Donizetti, Bellini & Rossini.

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  • David Gray – Live at the Castle
    The acclaimed singer-songwriter plays a sold-out show as part of his Past & Present tour.

  • Limerick Opera Festival – Various Locations
    Workshops, performances and community events continue.

  • Riverfest Limerick – City Centre
    Family-friendly events begin ahead of the weekend’s full programme.

  • Fleadh by the Feale – Abbeyfeale
    Traditional music weekend kicks off with Elle Marie O’Dwyer and Cherish the Ladies.

  • Verneri Pohjola: Monkey Mind – Dolans
    Dynamic jazz from the acclaimed Finnish trumpeter.

  • Energy Café – Limerick City Library (2pm)
    Part of Climate Action Week—learn to reduce energy costs and carbon.

  • Limerick Zine Fest – Starling, Nicholas St.
    Zine lovers unite for talks, trades and workshops.

  • Irish Whiskey Tasting – The Savoy
    Hosted by the Treaty Whiskey Society.

  • GowlHaus: Acting The Gowl – Pharmacia
    Queer drag chaos and comedy.

Friday, May 2

  • Riverfest Limerick – Citywide
    From food markets to flyboarding, check out riverfest.ie for full programme.

  • Cyrano – Lime Tree Theatre
    Final performance of this inventive reimagining.

  • Red Fury – The Old Quarter

  • Wrong Jovi – Dolans
    Award-winning Bon Jovi tribute.

  • Wild Rocket, Unbelievable Lake & Ubu Imperator – Dolans
    A triple bill of mind-melting psychedelic metal.

  • Limerick Zine Fest – St. John’s Pavilion

  • FashionFest – Gardens International
    A stylish evening of fashion and design.

  • Riverfest Adrenaline Freefall – Honan’s Quay

  • Fleadh by the Feale – Abbeyfeale

Saturday, May 3

  • CHOIR! CHOIR! CHOIR! – Lime Tree Theatre
    A sing-along sensation, bringing epic anthems and audience-powered fun.

  • Qween ft. The Dublin Gospel Choir – King John’s Castle
    Supported by Guns & Roses tribute.

  • BIIRD – Dolans
    11-woman trad supergroup bringing wild Irish energy to the stage.

  • Redwood – Dolans
    With special guests Parliament Square and Triona Horan.

  • Toy Library Swap – Istabraq Hall
    Sustainable fun for families.

  • Opera Festival Pop-Ups – City Centre
    Catch performances across town: Colbert Station (12.30pm), Hook & Ladder (1.30pm), Thomas Street (2.30pm), People’s Park (3.30pm).

  • Solar & Energy Efficiency Show – St. Michael’s Rowing Club

  • Treaty United vs Shelbourne Women – Markets Field

  • What’s Watt: Symmetry Circus Show – Hunt Museum Garden

  • Riverfest Street Party – Howley’s Quay

  • Fidget Feet: The Dreaming Heart – Redemptorist Church

  • After Show Party – Dolans Terrace
    Alternative/rock/disco DJ set.

Sunday, May 4

  • Regeneron Great Limerick Run – Citywide
    Thousands take to the streets for Ireland’s largest mass-participation sports event.

  • Riverfest Fireworks – 10.15pm, Clancy’s Strand & Sarsfield Bridge

  • Live Music – The Old Quarter (from 2pm)
    Aftershock, Off The Record, and Drive.

  • Boozie Brunch – The Black Rabbit
    Cocktails, wines, drag queens & DJs.

  • Gradam Ceoil TG4 Awards – University Concert Hall
    A live broadcast celebrating traditional Irish music.

  • The Coronas – Live at the Castle

  • A Night to Remember – Dolans
    Fundraiser gig for Milford Hospice, Cancer Research, and Parkinson’s.

  • Alter Ego Heatwave Summer Party – Dolans
    Hosted by Miss Bliss and Elle Uminati.

  • Instant Dissidence Dance Performance – Shannon House, Castleconnell (2pm)

  • Limerick Zine Fest – Spacecraft Studios

Tuesday, May 6

  • Lunchtime Concert – St. Mary’s Cathedral (1.15pm)
    Featuring pianist David Vesey.

Wednesday, May 7

  • IFI Screening: Maria – Belltable
    Angelina Jolie stars in Pablo Larraín’s haunting portrayal of opera legend Maria Callas.

  • Jóhann Jóhannsson’s Drone Mass – Lime Tree Theatre
    An immersive choral-electronic masterpiece performed by Crash Ensemble and Chamber Choir Ireland.