POPULAR music store HMV is officially returning to Limerick next Friday (May 16).
The news of the return of the iconic music store in the Crescent Shopping Centre was announced in April.
Now, with a date to look forward to, record enthusiasts and collectors will be able to browse 5,000 different vinyl albums and will stock 5,500 different CDs and a wide range of music technology.
The renowned music and entertainment retailer returned to Ireland in 2023, seven years after its last store closed in the country.
Previously, there were two HMV stores in Limerick on Cruises Street and at the Crescent Shopping Centre, which closed in 2013 and 2016 respectively.
Customers will be able to marvel over 3,000 products across franchises such as Stranger Things, Pokémon, Star Wars, Marvel and DC, as well as 300 different T-shirt designs.
On opening day, the first 50 customers to make a purchase will receive a free pop culture swag bag full of quirky Kenji or Funko products.
With a performance space in-store, the HMV shop in Limerick is expected to draw signings and performances from both established international artists and grassroots local bands.
Local musicians and bands who want to get a gig experience can contact staff in-store for details on how to perform through HMV’s Live&Local programme.
So far, the programme has seen over 1,600 gigs performed this year in stores across the UK and Ireland.
Phil Halliday, HMV Managing Director, UK and Ireland said: “HMV has a rich history in Ireland and we’re delighted to announce we’ll be returning to Limerick with a new store inside the Crescent Shopping Centre.”
Bronwen Dawson, Store Manager says they are “beyond excited to be back in Limerick and we can’t wait to fling open the doors and show customers round on opening day.”
The store’s address is Unit 1, Crescent Shopping Centre, Dooradoyle Road, Limerick, V94 4X28, and its opening hours are:
- Monday to Wednesday – 9.30am to 6pm
- Thursday to Friday – 9.30am to 9pm
- Saturday – 9.30am – 6pm
- Sunday – 12pm – 6pm
