Limerick’s top events this week – from Mike Finn’s new play starring Pat Shortt to live music, whiskey tastings, family fun on the three bridges, and KT Tunstall at Dolans…..
THURSDAY 26 JUNE
Wreckquiem – Lime Tree Theatre
Written by Mike Finn. Starring Pat Shortt, Joan Sheehy, Patrick Ryan, Mark O’Regan and Sade Malone. A comedy about community, music, and saving a beloved record store.
Twilight Thursdays – City Centre
Late-night cultural experiences, live entertainment and business openings on the last Thursday of the month.
The Hennessy Wild Geese Cypher Hip Hop Trail – Mother Macs, Mickey Martin’s, Record Room
Hip hop meets trad in this unique trail supported by Hennessy Cognac. Features Hazey Haze, Murli, God Knows, Strange Boy and others. €15 ticket includes cocktail discounts and access to the final gig.
Séagh Mac Siurdain – Ballysteen Carnegie Library
A contemporary art installation inspired by the everyday life and rich history of Askeaton.
Blas International Summer School – University of Limerick
A summer school in Irish traditional music, song and dance featuring masterclasses and performances.
Storytime for Young Children – Watch House Cross Library
The Quarter Dozen – Lucky Lane, Catherine Street (6.30pm)
An instrumental trio fusing classical, jazz, trad, and Latin music into original compositions.
Three Bridges Family Fun – Three Bridges
A child-friendly version of Limerick’s iconic walk with activities, entertainers and family fun.
Human Jukebox Show – People’s Museum
Mark P O’Connor performs your song requests across genres and decades with a theatrical twist.
Business in the City with Olympian Róisín Upton – The Yard @ 101
Networking event featuring a fireside chat on leadership and resilience.
Peist – Ormston House
Electro-acoustic performance using synthesizers and purpose-built software.
Ambient Coffee – The Wickham Way
Paddy Mulcahy performs a live electronic set with a talk on ambient music and a follow-up DJ set.
HippieGothFreaks – Pharmacia
Metal, rock and alternative music night. Live band followed by DJs.
Twilight at the Old Quarter – The Old Quarter
Live music from Monticelli.
The After Work Supply Run – Mother Macs
Clock out, grab your “team” and swing by the only supply run where the staplers are shaken, the spreadsheets are sour and the receipts are expensable. The Parlour Pour Sessions: Explore Glenmorangie’s rich, smooth expressions at Mother Macs exclusive whiskey tasting.
FRIDAY 27 JUNE
Wreckquiem – Lime Tree Theatre
The Circus Ponies – Dolans
An immersive 90s-themed show with music, visuals and nostalgia.
Imperial Slave with Banished from Eden – Dolans
Domino Lite – The Old Quarter
Treaty United v Finn Harps – Markets Field Stadium
Ayden Graham & Friends – Record Room
Soulful indie folk performance with support from Shane Marno.
SATURDAY 28 JUNE
Wreckquiem – Lime Tree Theatre
Roll With It – Dolans
An Oasis tribute act performing hits and deep cuts from all seven albums.
South American Hell II – Dolans
Featuring Impurity (Brazil) and Goat Semen (Peru).
Drive – The Old Quarter
Askeaton Contemporary Art Open Day – Askeaton Community Hall
A day of open exhibitions and artistic encounters across Askeaton.
Art & Craft Pop-Up – 19 Nicholas Street
Rotating weekend displays by local makers and artists.
After Show Party – Dolans Terrace
A DJ party featuring alternative, rock and disco after the live shows.
SUNDAY 29 JUNE
Family Fun Day – Longcourt House Hotel, Newcastle West
Fundraising event in support of Down Syndrome Limerick with family activities.
Art & Craft Pop-Up – 19 Nicholas Street
MONDAY 30 JUNE
KT Tunstall – Dolans
From the acclaimed singer-songwriter known for “Black Horse and the Cherry Tree”.
Lego Summer Camps – Gaelscoil Sáirséal, Shelbourne Road
TUESDAY 1 JULY
Wreckquiem – Lime Tree Theatre
WEDNESDAY 2 JULY
Wreckquiem – Lime Tree Theatre
Hup na Houra – Old Chapel Rooms, Kilfinane
A celebration of traditional Irish music, song and dance featuring Derek Hickey, Liam Flanagan and Caoimhín Ó Fearghail.
