THURSDAY 1
Creepy Crawlies : Love/Hate – The Hunt Museum. Running daily for August – This innovative exhibition aims to engage, educate, and inspire visitors of all ages through the fascinating world of bugs and their crucial roles in our biodiversity and daily lives.
Trad Session – Katie Dalys
Free Play Lego for Children – Watch House Cross Library. No need to book, just drop in.
Gearóid McCarthy – Woodlands House Hotel. As a founder member of the legendary Irish band, “Mad For Road”, Gearoid enjoyed significant fame through their exposure on Irish TV when they reached the final of “The All Ireland Talent Show.
Treaty United v Cork City FC – Markets Field Stadium
FRIDAY 2
Off The Record – The Old Quarter
Cry Before Dawn – Dolans. Cry Before Dawn first formed in Wexford in 1982, and fuse guitar driven rock with traditional Irish pipes and whistles to create a uniquely powerful and dynamic sound. The band has 2 Double Platinum selling albums to their name as well as prestigious national awards. These include “Best Newcomer” in 1987 and “Best Irish Group” in 1989.
Inclusive Dance Summer Camp – Dance Limerick. Creative dance project for young people aged 7-14yrs with a physical disability/learning difficulty.
Castletown Festival – Newcastle West. A weekend of foot-stomping, heart-pumping folk and country music from Johnny Brady, The Danny Byrne Band, One For The Road and The Ratlin Rogues
SATURDAY 3
Drive – The Old Quarter
Telebox – Dolans. Special guest Misvanity. Telebox honed their live and recorded sound through regular rehearsal and by sharing stages with the likes of New Dad, The Scratch and The Murder Capital.
Abuse Your Illusion – Guns N’ Roses Tribute – Dolans
TECHNO in a Cage – Pharmacia. Techno Hotboxx Boiler Room rave in a cage
SUNDAY 4
Neil Delamere – Dolans
TUESDAY 6
Cúpla Focal – Celebrating the Irish Language and Culture – Mother Mac’s Pub. Immerse yourself in the rich tradition of the spoken word as Gaeilge. Whether you’re a fluent speaker or just beginning to learn.
WEDNESDAY 7
Of the People – Dance Limerick. A Step Up 2024 production by Catherine Young. A beautiful piece that pays homage to Limerick with a highly physical, rhythmic celebration of people and place.
Author & Punisher – Dolans. presented by Bad Reputation.
An evening with Fercullen Whiskey – Exclusive Whiskey Tasting Event – Mother Mac’s Pub. Powerscourt Distillery is at the forefront of the Irish whiskey revival, producing both Malt and Pot Still whiskeys, and offering a remarkable range under their Fercullen brand.
