THURSDAY 8
A Rare Journey, Nora Joyce’s Odyssey – Belltable
A highly entertaining roller-coaster 75-minute play filled with music and song the Joyces knew and loved. Followed by a post-show discussion with performer Paula Greevy-Lee and director/dramaturg Gerard Lee.
The Drifters – University Concert Hall
Sing along to the classics like ‘Saturday Night at the Movies’, ‘Under the Boardwalk’, ‘Save The Last Dance For Me’ and many more timeless hits!
Timber Timbre – Dolans
Experience haunting folk, blues, and cinematic soundscapes. Eerie nostalgia, brooding vocals, and vintage vibes.
Chief Keegan – The Record Room
A deep jam/groove/funk/jazz instrumental explosion.
Picture: Alan Place
Book Launch: Never Look Back by Karen Fitzgibbon – O’Mahony’s Booksellers
Local author Karen Fitzgibbon returns with a new crime thriller following her lockdown success The World’s End. Fitzgibbon will launch her second novel, Never Look Back, at O’Mahony’s Bookshop this Thursday May 8 at 6.30pm. Following the success of her debut thriller The World’s End, Fitzgibbon returns with the second instalment in the Lana Bowen series, featuring the determined private investigator.Fitzgibbon, also a filmmaker and theatre practitioner, signed a three-book deal with Irish publisher Poolbeg last year.
FRIDAY 9
Shakir Khan: Magical Strings of Sitar – Belltable
Be transported by the soulful sound of the sitar, accompanied by tabla maestros Debojyoti Sanyal and Rupak Kumar Pandit.
Ralph McTell – University Concert Hall
Celebrating 80 years of music and the legacy of ‘Streets of London’. A heartfelt milestone tour.
King Creosote – Dolans
A celebrated voice in the indie folk scene. Expect deeply poetic and compelling storytelling.
Trad Folkin’ Rocks – Record Room
Caoimhin fuses Gaelic tradition with nu-disco, psychedelia, downtempo electronica and nature spirituality. Guest: DRÓN.
Million Days – The Old Quarter
Munster Rugby V Ulster Rugby – Thomond Park Stadium
An electrifying interprovincial showdown in Limerick’s fortress of rugby.
SATURDAY 10
Glory Days (Bruce Springsteen Tribute) – Knockainey St. John’s Church
An electrifying tribute to the Boss featuring Springsteen’s biggest anthems and fan favourites.
A Celebration of the Stories of Eamon Kelly – Belltable
Pakie O’Callaghan honours Ireland’s greatest storyteller with warmth and humour.
University of Limerick Orchestra Summer Concert – University Concert Hall
Featuring guest soloist Emma Downes, from London’s Sinfonia Smith Square orchestra.
Fiona Frawley (Comedy) – Dolans
A fresh voice in Irish comedy, tackling 30-something life, anxiety, and love with hilarious insight.
No Stairway: The Irish Led Zeppelin – Dolans
Hard-hitting and faithful renditions of Zeppelin’s iconic catalogue. Get ready to rock.
Remembering Ronnie with Phelim Drew – Dolans
Ronnie Drew’s legacy brought to life through stories and songs by his son Phelim.
Aftershock – The Old Quarter
Mic Drop Comedy – Record Room
Derek Warfield & The Young Wolfe Tones – Spruce & Willow Café, Kilmallock
Irish rebel songs and ballads in an intimate Kilmallock setting.
After Show Party – Dolans Terrace
DJ Set playing alternative, rock, and disco after the gigs.
SUNDAY 11
Luke Combs UK – Dolans
A tribute to the country superstar. Expect cowboy boots and singalongs.
Bike Week – City & County
Celebrate #BikeWeekLimerick with free events for cyclists of all ages!
Summer Soirée – No. 1 Pery Square
Fashion, food, and fabulous goodie bags with Celia Holman Lee and friends.
MONDAY 12
IFI Screening: Flow – Belltable
A beautifully animated, dialogue-free journey following a solitary cat after a flood. A Cannes 2024 favourite for all ages.
TUESDAY 13
The Rising of the Women – King John’s Castle
A moving promenade theatre piece by Mike Finn. Starts at Katy Daly’s pub.
WEDNESDAY 14
Bernard Butler – Dolans
From Suede to McAlmont & Butler to Jessie Buckley – a Britpop pioneer returns with a legacy of era-defining music.
KANDINSKY: An Exhibition by Loretta O’Brien – The People’s Museum of Limerick
Opening day of a vibrant patchwork and quilting exhibition inspired by Kandinsky.
