DOLANS will host a Burns Night celebration on Saturday, January 25, 2025, at 6 pm, commemorating the birth anniversary of Scotland’s beloved poet, Robert Burns, born on this day in 1759. This traditional event celebrates Burns’ life and his rich literary legacy with an evening of music, poetry, and Scottish culinary delights.
The festivities will include a colourful array of performances and traditions:
Michael Egan will ceremoniously pipe in the Haggis, a highlight of the evening.
Phila Grace will serenade guests with soulful renditions of Burns’ songs.
Gordon Lessells will bring the classic Burns tale, Tam O’Shanter, to life.
Mary Donoghue will perform on fiddle. Additional artists will grace the stage throughout the night.
Guests will enjoy traditional shortbread, Tunnock’s Teacakes, Scot Clan sweets, and have the chance to win spot prizes, including bottles of fine Scottish whiskey. The Haggis, a centerpiece of the celebration, comes from the esteemed Pat O’Doherty’s Butcher in Enniskillen, known for supplying the G8 summit and Harrods of London, with even King Charles among its patrons.
This year’s event will honour the memory of Noel Flannery, co-founder of the celebration.
Michael Potter, who organises the event, reached out to Limerick Post to say, “This event is free. We have kind loyal sponsors. January is a dark cold bleak month. So hopefully we can brighten up things.”
