Easter weekend brings a packed schedule of live music, theatre, comedy, sport and family fun to Limerick city and county. From Christy Moore at the University Concert Hall and Dani Larkin at Dolan’s to free metal at the Siege of Limerick, hurling at TUS Gaelic Grounds and egg hunts at Lough Gur, there is something for every age and taste across the four days. Here is your full guide to what’s on from Thursday 2nd to Wednesday 8th April 2026.
Thursday 2nd April
The Witch Who Couldn’t Sleep
Belltable
For ages 3 and up. Being a witch is super exciting. There’s always so much to do and so much fun to be had. And maybe that’s why Natascha The Witch can’t sleep… 12:30pm & 2:30pm
Mike Joyce in Conversation
Dolan’s
With Prof. Eoin Devereux. Mike Joyce says: “I’ve been asked numerous times, ‘What was it like being in The Smiths?’ That’s one hell of a question to answer!”
Book Launch: Alex Dunne — Small Magics
O’Mahony’s Booksellers
Small Magics is her third children’s book aimed at the 9–12 age group, published by The O’Brien Press.
UL Musical Theatre Society Presents: All Shook Up
TUS Millennium Theatre
Don Stiffe, Ger O’Donnell & Trevor Sexton
Friars Gate Theatre, Kilmallock
Fundamania
The Pa Healy Road, Limerick
Daily — rides for the whole family with plummeting drops and heart-stopping twists.
Kids Movie Afternoons
Watch House Cross Community Library
Friday 3rd April
The Flag Listeners
Dolan’s
The band’s debut album and other short stories received a glowing review from Hot Press’s Stuart Clark, who called it “a songwriting masterclass from Limerick’s finest”.
IE/DC
Dolan’s
AC/DC tribute — a rockin’ class show.
Million Days
The Old Quarter
A four-piece band from Dublin bringing their high-energy covers of all your favourite hits, with a setlist guaranteed to get you singing and dancing.
Murmurare by Mary Nagle
Limerick City Gallery of Art
Until Sunday — the Limerick artist’s new works of mixed media relief compositions and sculptures.
UL Musical Theatre Society Presents: All Shook Up
TUS Millennium Theatre
Treaty United v Longford Town
Markets Field Stadium
Christy Moore
University Concert Hall
Saturday 4th April
Amazing George Michael ft. James Bermingham
Dolan’s
All the 80s hits: Everything She Wants, Fast Love, Amazing, Father Figure, Spin the Wheel, Killer, Papa Was a Rolling Stone, Somebody to Love, Jesus to a Child, Praying for Time, Freedom 90, Star People, Strangest Thing, One More Try, Don’t Let the Sun Go Down on Me, and many more.
Dani Larkin
Dolan’s
Belfast singer-songwriter Dani Larkin brings her acclaimed new album Next of Kin to the UK and Ireland on tour, following rave reviews in Mojo, The Irish Times and Hot Press, and playlist support across RTÉ, BBC Radio Ulster and BBC 6 Music.
girlfriend. x Emily Panther
Pharmacia
girlfriend. are an experimental and alternative post-hardcore band based between Dublin and Limerick. Channelling the ferocity of early grunge and the vulnerability of slowcore, the band mixes indie rock and emo influences to craft a uniquely emotional sound.
Public Demand
The Old Quarter
The local powerhouse band are known for their explosive live shows and crowd-pleasing covers. They’ll have the place jumping with hits old and new. Get in early — this one’s going to be big!
Live Music
Blue Bar, Punches Cross
UL Musical Theatre Society Presents: All Shook Up
TUS Millennium Theatre
Easter Concert and Egg Hunt
ICO Studio, University of Limerick
Easter Concert and Egg Hunt with ICO Youth. 3pm, 4th April 2026.
Easter Pottery Kids Workshop
Barnagh Greenway Hub
Kids make their own Easter bunny clay piece to take home.
After Show Party
Dolan’s Terrace
DJ til late playing alternative and lost classics.
Sunday 5th April
Siege of Limerick presented by Bad Reputation
Dolan’s
Free metal from 1pm til late, featuring Devastator, Survivalist, Foetal Juice, Existentialist, Suffer, Cutthroat, El Moono, Uncultivated, Cruachan, Domhain, Theigns & Thralls, Celtic Legacy, Mourning the Heretic, Solothurn and Praelium.
Red Fury
The Old Quarter
A powerhouse five-piece from Tipperary bringing a mix of massive anthems, rock and pop favourites, and non-stop party energy.
Lar O’Neill Memorial Truck/Tractor Run
Hospital, Co. Limerick
Charity run from 1pm.
Limerick v Cork — Allianz Hurling League Roinn 1A Final
TUS Gaelic Grounds
Limerick will play Cork at 4pm, preceded by Clare v Dublin in the Division 1B Final at 1:45pm.
Lough Gur Scavenger Hunt
Lough Gur, Co. Limerick
From 10am. Kids will be given a scavenger map at the visitor centre and must use it to search the park for clues to solve a word puzzle.
Tuesday 7th April
A Garden From a Hundred Seeds
Quay Books, Sarsfield Street
A poetry installation at 1pm drawing on the work of James Fenton in a reflective exploration of our relationship with the natural world, creativity and simplicity.
The Dubliners Encore
University Concert Hall
Created and produced by John and Ceoladh Sheahan, with Musical Director Phil Coulter, The Dubliners Encore is the official stage show celebrating the story of Ireland’s beloved bearded balladeers.
Wednesday 8th April
Emma Doran
Dolan’s
Comedian, best-selling author, podcast host and viral online star.
Poetry Month: Readings with Eoin Devereux, Michael Dooley and Marie Studer
The People’s Museum of Limerick
Readings from 7:30pm.
Kyla Cobbler: Not My Lemons
University Concert Hall
Kyla Cobbler is one of the fastest-rising names in comedy. The Cork-born comic first gained attention through her viral Instagram reels before stepping on stage for her first open mic in May 2021. Just four years later, she’s built a global following with over 300,000 Instagram followers, 100M+ video views, and a reputation as a must-see live performer.
Hannah Montana Movie Night
101 O’Connell Street
The Blue Flame Poetry Club
The Commercial
From 9pm, with poets from Limerick, Mexico, Italy and beyond.