First Fortnight is an annual Irish mental health arts and culture festival that takes place every January to challenge mental health stigma through the arts. It features a wide range of events like music, theatre, spoken word, and film, and is organized by a charity that also provides free creative therapies to marginalized groups like the homeless.

Comedic fireball Deirdre O'Kane is mad for road, mercilessly mining hilarity from the human condition. Will she conquer the chaos or revel in it? Tame the mayhem or "O'Kane it"? Either way you're in for a night of relentless laughs fuelled by warped personal insight.

Dublin is buzzing with an exciting line-up of music, events, and nights out. Whether you're into intimate gigs, big concerts, or late-night club shows, there's something for everyone in the city. As always, there are many music and club shows over the next few weeks. Below are just some of the many highlights, curated and recommended by the Night-Time Advisor. Please be sure to double-check ticket prices and door opening times. Thurs, Jan 15th |Mike Nielsen| The Complex, The Cooler | 7.30pm | €12 Fri, Jan 16th | Pink Floyd by Candlelight | St. Patrick's Cathedral | 8.00pm | €35-