THURSDAY 21
The Wedding Singer – Lime Tree Theatre. Presented by The Cecilian Musical Society
An Introduction to the Science of Chocolate – G10, Mary Immaculate College. An exciting talk from Norma Kelly (Praline- Pastry and Chocolate Shop) delving into the fascinating world of chocolate with chocolate tastings.
Mickey Dunne: A Tribute – Belltable. Celebrating one of Limerick’s finest musicians, the world-renowned piper, Mickey Dunne. He is steeped in the Traveller music tradition of his family, spending his youth travelling around playing music at various Fleadhs, Munster finals and Galway races. Inspired by his father Paddy who was a great fiddle player, he has in turn passed the music on to his daughters Niamh and Bríd, both of whom are also very well-known accomplished musicians.
ABBA Forever – University Concert Hall. From “Waterloo (Again)” to “Dancing Queen” Expect a dazzling, fantastic performance including the most iconic hits, Mamma Mia, S.O.S, Money, Money Money, The Winner Takes All, Gimme Gimme, Gimme and many MANY more! Every favourite is here.
Deirdre O’Kane – Dolans
Really Good Time – Dolans. Really Good Time are a band from Dublin, that sound like ‘Vertigo’ era U2 covering Viagra Boys, or early Pixies and LCD Soundsystem records in a blender with some cheap speed.
Within the Hours of the Slowest Clock – Limerick Museum. Exhibition of eight large format oil on linen paintings inspired by the Guinness canal
FRIDAY 22
The Wedding Singer – Lime Tree Theatre. Presented by The Cecilian Musical Society
Lyra – Live at the Big Top, Limerick Milk Market
Josh Quin – The Old Quarter
Bad Manners – Dolans
Prima Volta Weekender – The Record Room. 10 year celebrations featuring Hazey Haze, Negro Impacto, Celaviedmai & Bill Baramus.
Creating a Climate For Change – Limerick City Gallery of Art. (2pm) Hear from key researchers and get insights into the learning that has taken place in Dance Limerick, Moyross and Croom in 2024. Drawings by visual artist Mike O’Brien will be on display, created during community workshops, residencies and exchange events in the communities over the year.
Candlelight: Hans Zimmer’s Best Works – St.Mary’s Cathedral
SATURDAY 23
The Wedding Singer – Lime Tree Theatre. Presented by The Cecilian Musical Society
Drive – The Old Quarter
Hold my Drink with Charleen and Ellie – University Concert Hall. The award-winning, chart-topping podcast is back to bring fans a live experience like no other. Produced by GoLoud, the live show promises audience dilemmas, surprise celebrity guests, and all your podcast favourites like Secrets from the Stalls, Sip or Skip, Blind Date Live and much more.
The Seattle Grunge Experience – Dolans. Featuring iconic bands like Nirvana, Pearl Jam, Alice In Chains, Soundgarden, and more
Bad Reputation presents Hundred Year Old Man, Codespeaker & Uncultivates – Dolans
Prima Volta Weekender – The Record Room. 10 year celebrations featuring Wastefellow, Cooks But We’re Chefs & Peter Curtin
Creating a Climate Gathering – Dance Limerick. Movement, drawing, audio stories and conversations.
After Show Party – Dolans Upper Deck. #Alternative #Rock #Disco after the live shows with DJs on Dolans Terrace.
SUNDAY 24
Screening: Elf – University Concert Hall. Buddy was a baby in an orphanage who stowed away in Santa’s sack and ended up at the North Pole.After being raised as an oversized elf, Buddy travels from the North Pole to New York City to meet his biological father, Walter Hobbs, who doesn’t know he exists and is in desperate need of some Christmas spirit. Directed byJon Favreau, and starring Will Ferrell, James Caan, and Zooey Deschanel.
The Quarter Dozen – Dolans. The Quarter Dozen is an instrumental trio blending traditional, classical, jazz, and Latin influences into original compositions. With piano, drums, and woodwind, they create a dynamic and immersive soundscape that bridges diverse musical worlds, delivering performances rich in rhythm, melody, and innovation. With support from Moses McGuinness singer-songwriter that can be found performing behind the piano and guitar. Moses has written three albums and an E.P with his band Protobaby but is now taking some time to focus on solo music. Moses released his debut E.P. Lost At Sea in June.
Altan – Dolans
Prima Volta Weekender – Wickham Way. Roots Factory: reunion of the original Limerick reggae crew on the RiseUp SoundSystem
BICURIOUS – Pharmacia. French/Irish experimental rock duo
Thomond Wind Ensemble – Redemptorists, Mount St. Alphonsus. A talented group of 40 musicians take you on a musical journey showcasing the finest talent from the Mid West.
Festive Family Fun – Limerick Greyhound Stadium. Children can enjoy a variety of activities, including a special visit from Santa, face painting, and balloon modelling.
MONDAY 25
IFI Screening: The Apprentice – Belltable. The rise of New York real estate mogul Donald Trump in the ‘70s and ‘80s is explored in Ali Abbasi’s richly entertaining and insightful biopic.
TUESDAY 26
Banbha Quartet – Castleconnell Concert Series – All Saints Church, Castleconnell. For their fifth tour they present popular masterpieces by Beethoven and Schubert alongside a new work by Donegal fiddler turned renowned composer Seán Doherty. Inspired by the mix of Irish and Polish musicians in the Banbha Quartet, Sean’s latest string quartet celebrates the Mazurka, originally a Polish folk dance, made famous by Chopin’s piano works and also incorporated into the Donegal fiddle tradition.
Faulty Towers, the Original Dining Experience – Dolans
Lunchtime Concert – Saint Mary’s Cathedral. Celia Donoghue (clarinet) and Ethna Tinney (piano), music by Saint Saens, Messager and Debussy.
WEDNESDAY 27
Ballet Ireland: Nutcracker Sweeties – Lime Tree Theatre. Choreographed by Morgann Runacre-Temple, this exciting production of the festive classic performed by a cast of world-class dancers will appeal to audiences of all ages with its fairy-tale magic, beautiful costumes and a re-imagined Tchaikovsky score.
Faulty Towers, the Original Dining Experience– Dolans
Niall McCabe – Dolans
