Thursday 30 – Twilight Thursday
Citywide events for all the family, with cultural happenings, live entertainment, and late-night openings including a Halloween Night Run from King John’s Castle.
Connie
Theatre Royal
Dylan Moran: Dolla Ho
Lime Tree Theatre
Throughout summer 2024, Dylan traversed Ireland for a “Work In Progress Wander,” crafting hours of new material through 50 shows.
Willy Mason
Dolans
Seoda Shows presents Willy Mason — dark yet uplifting songs that have evolved over two decades, bringing connection and energy to live performance.
Rock Rising – The Supreme Classic Rock Show
University Concert Hall
Featuring anthems from Fleetwood Mac, The Eagles, Pink Floyd, AC/DC, Journey, Toto, Thin Lizzy, and more.
Friday 31
Connie
Theatre Royal
Big Shots’ Halloween Screams All-Island Film Competition
Belltable
A horror showcase premiering brand-new short films written, shot, and edited in just 48 hours.
T.A. Narrative – Vinyl Launch Halloween Bonanza!
Dolans
Seoda Shows presents Tara Nix and Anna Murphy launching their own SASP Records label — an immersive blend of electronic beats and live instruments. Guests include Meadhbh Hayes, Emily Panter, and Cat Turner, with Tom P on Dolans Terrace.
Brògeal
Dolans
Rambunctious Celtic folk energy meets jangly pop and storytelling charm — The Pogues meet Teenage Fanclub.
Soldier Field
University Concert Hall
The story of Ireland’s historic match against the All Blacks, set in the shadow of Anthony “Axel” Foley’s passing.
Gleo: One Leg One Eye
Ormston House
A project by Ian Lynch (Lankum) combining black metal, noise, and drone.
Drive
The Old Quarter
Latino Halloween: Trick or Kiss?
Molly’s Late Bar
Latino music and techno all night.
Saturday 1
Connie
Theatre Royal
Dancehall
Lime Tree Theatre
Emma Martin’s celebrated 2015 work returns with music performed by Crash Ensemble.
Black Sabbitch
Dolans
The all-female Black Sabbath tribute loved by fans and even Ozzy and Sharon Osbourne — festival favorites with a powerful live show.
NIYL
Dolans
Haunting electronic textures meet powerhouse vocals in his debut album Parish Is Burning.
Bea Brennan & Minced Oath with Jasmine Wood
Ormston House
An experimental sonic dialogue exploring sound’s physical intensity through advanced synthesis.
Switch
The Old Quarter
Melody – Roll On The Weeknd!
An evening of The Weeknd’s greatest hits.
After Show Party
Dolans Terrace – DJ til late playing disco, alternative, and lost classics.
Sunday 2
The Nils Kavanagh Trio – Dolans Upstairs.
JAZZ pianist Nils Kavanagh performs at Dolan’s Upstairs on Sunday November 2 at 2pm, bringing his acclaimed debut album back to the city it was recorded in.
Connie
Theatre Royal
The White Horse Guitar Club
Dolans
Beloved Irish collective bringing rich harmonies and folk energy.
Dave Lofts
Dolans
Rising songwriter with a string of sold-out headline shows.
The Highway Men – Reincarnated
University Concert Hall
A musical tribute to Kris Kristofferson, Johnny Cash, Willie Nelson, and Waylon Jennings.
Monday 3
Screening: Solitary
University Concert Hall
Tuesday 4
Dinorah
Record Room
A benefit concert in aid of Milford Hospice, with support from Maisies Room and The Works.
Wednesday 5
Lend Me A Soprano
Lime Tree Theatre
A hilarious farce by Ken Ludwig, performed by College Players.
The Breath
Dolans
Manchester duo Stuart McCallum and Ríoghnach Connolly bring their soulful, atmospheric sound.
A Night With the Country Stars
University Concert Hall
Featuring Brendan Shine, Philomena Begley, Declan Nerney, Shawn Cuddy, John Hogan, and Mick Flavin.