Here’s your guide to a vibrant week of music, theatre, literature, comedy, and community fun happening across the city and county.
THURSDAY 24 APRIL
Movicals – University Concert Hall
A dazzling journey through the last 50 years of movie musicals, including Les Misérables, Fame, and Mamma Mia.
Owen Colgan (Comedy) – Dolans
Join Owen Colgan for a wild ride of comedy with his signature outrageous humour.
Chuck Ragan – Dolans
Co-frontman of Hot Water Music, Ragan brings raw punk-folk energy to the stage.
Unveiling The Stories Behind Cut From The Same Cloth – The Hunt Museum
Voices from art, science and activism highlight inclusion in health research.
Storytime for Young Children – Watch House Cross Community Library
A gentle, fun-filled reading session perfect for the little ones.
FRIDAY 25 APRIL
An Evening with Michael Harding – Lime Tree Theatre
Poignant storytelling inspired by Harding’s Camino journey and memories of his father.
Eric Lalor (Comedy) – Dolans
Award-winning Ballymun comic brings laughter with new tales and podcast success.
Vraell – Dolans
Emotive instrumental music blending classical and contemporary styles.
These Charming Men – Dolans
The ultimate tribute to The Smiths and Morrissey. Followed by After Show Party on Dolans Terrace.
Treaty United v Athlone – Markets Field
Live League of Ireland action – support the home team!
Million Days – The Old Quarter
Launch: Cora Peters – The People’s Museum of Limerick
Celebrate the debut of The Beauty in the Broken, a moving collection of memoirs and poetry.
An Evening of Murder & Mystery – The Savoy Hotel (6:30 PM)
A thrilling interactive mystery night – who dunnit?
International Music Exchange Concert – Redemptorists, SCR
Featuring choirs and orchestras from Ireland and the U.S.
SATURDAY 26 APRIL
Reggie: Oh Lads! – Belltable
Ireland’s poshest man tackles Irish quirks with hilarious insight.
Carswell and Hope – Dolans
Limerick-born Nick Carswell returns with his Kansas-based band after 11 years.
Carsie Blanton – Dolans Warehouse
Irresistible soul-pop meets witty songwriting.
After Show Party – Dolans Terrace
#Alt #Rock #Disco – DJ Eric on the decks after the gigs.
Off The Record – The Old Quarter
Live music session.
The Vault: Phil Wade – The Record Room
Vinyl-only night from Niall Colgan and Phil Wade.
Songs of Inspiration – Abington Church, Murroe
A charity concert in aid of Clare’s Wish Foundation.
16 Tons of Jive – The Old Lodge Bar, Shannon.
Family Movie Night – Granagh Community Centre
A wholesome night out for all ages.
Stuck: A Decomposition Closing Event – Ormston House (3 PM)
Artist talk on architecture, culture and Limerick’s Georgian history.
SUNDAY 27 APRIL
Prokofiev – Peadar agus an Mac Tíre – University Concert Hall (12:30 PM)
Peter and the Wolf in Irish, narrated by Hector Ó hEochagáin.
Prokofiev – Peter and the Wolf – University Concert Hall (3 PM)
A magical family concert narrated by Hector Ó hEochagáin with the ICO.
Zoé Basha – Record Room
Genre-crossing sounds blending folk, jazz, blues and more.
MONDAY 28 APRIL
Screening: Inception – University Concert Hall
Part of the Hans Zimmer season – big-screen thrills guaranteed.
IFI Screening: Blue Road: The Edna O’Brien Story – Belltable
Celebrating the trailblazing Irish writer whose words shook a nation.
Climate Action Week – Various Locations
Citywide events raising awareness and action for the planet.
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TUESDAY 29 APRIL
Whispers of the Burren – The People’s Museum of Limerick
Exhibition of encaustic landscapes by Kathleen Darcy and Anne Stewart.
WEDNESDAY 30 APRIL
Cyrano – Lime Tree Theatre
A contemporary retelling of a timeless tale, presented by Mary I’s final year theatre students.
Musica Vivit – University Concert Hall
Annual concert from the students of Cistercian College Roscrea.
Andy Irvine & Quilty – Dolans
Irish and Swedish folk traditions meet in this world music collaboration.
Limerick Zine Fest – Crew Brewing & Other Venues
DIY publishing, creativity, and community collide over five buzzing days.
THURSDAY 1 MAY
A Little Bit of Magic – Belltable
A heartwarming original play by Southill Community Drama Group.
National Symphony Orchestra Opera Gala with Tara Erraught – University Concert Hall
An evening of glorious operatic arias led by the phenomenal Tara Erraught.
David Gray – Live at King John’s Castle
One of Ireland’s finest returns for a majestic live performance.
Bealtaine Festival – Various Locations
Celebrating creativity in older age throughout the month.
Limerick Opera Festival – Various Locations
Workshops, performances, and operatic wonder.
Riverfest Limerick – City Centre
The city’s biggest summer party – street food, fireworks, and family fun!
