Looking for things to do in Limerick this week? From live music and comedy gigs to theatre, film screenings and festivals, there’s something happening every night across the city. Here’s your essential guide to what’s on from May 7–13, featuring top venues like Dolans, Belltable, Lime Tree Theatre and more.
THURSDAY 7
The Bookshelf Live with Ryan Tubridy
Lime Tree Theatre – Broadcaster, author and book lover Ryan Tubridy sits down with Blindboy – stories, craic and conversation.
Dermot Henry
Dolans – Young singer/songwriter blending storytelling with emotion, inspired by life, art, and culture.
RTÉ Concert Orchestra: Star Wars Spectacular
University Concert Hall
HearSay Audio Festival
Kilfinane – A four-day gathering celebrating creative audio storytelling.
Chamber Choir Ireland
St Mary’s Cathedral – Led by Gabriel Crouch.
Book Signing: John Connolly
O’Mahony’s Booksellers – Launch of ‘A River Red with Blood’.
FRIDAY 8
Vladimir Jablokov: Up Close
Belltable – Featuring favourites and stories with pianist Olga Jablokov.
Tony Cantwell (Comedy)
Dolans
Grace by Jeff Buckley Tribute
Dolans – Full band tribute to the iconic album.
DATQIDEXCEL
Record Room, The Commercial – High-energy rap showcase.
Live Music
The Old Quarter
Night Birds
Blue Bar
Seomra Comhrá
The Glen Tavern – Visual art experience by Melanie O’Rourke.
Comedy Movie Night: Grown Ups
Limerick Milk Market
SATURDAY 9
Frontline Caherdavin Show
Lime Tree Theatre
Mack Fleetwood
Dolans
CLOTH
Dolans – Indie pop duo with their album Pink Silence.
Vintage Bicycle Exhibit
Old Tourism Office – Exploring cycling history.
Bike Week 2026
Limerick City – More info
Live Music
The Old Quarter
Loose Change
Blue Bar
Mic Drop Comedy
Record Room
After Show Party
Dolans Terrace – DJ playing alternative classics.
SUNDAY 10
Roisin O: The Magic Tour
Dolans – Intimate live performance experience.
The Counterfeits
The Commercial
My Leonard Cohen
University Concert Hall
Mrs Henry
Blue Bar
MONDAY 11
Screening: Amelie (25th Anniversary)
Belltable – A heartwarming Parisian classic about love and connection.
WEDNESDAY 13
Thomond Wind Ensemble & Texas A&M Band
St Joseph’s Church
Climate Action Week 2026
Limerick City & County
University of Tennessee Chamber Singers
Redemptorists – Featuring a rich choral programme.
The Blue Flame Poetry Club
The Commercial – International poets at 9pm.