The 2026 Bealtaine Festival, Ireland’s national celebration of creativity in older age (run by Age & Opportunity), takes place throughout May with events nationwide. It features a diverse mix of arts, film, performance, and community engagement, promoting the artistic contributions of older people. Proudly funded by the Arts Council and the HSE, with the support of communities nationwide and a vast network of accomplished local and national bodies.

Singular Artists proudly present The Lemon Twigs for headline show at Vicar Street, Dublin on 26 May 2026. The Lemon Twigs, the New York City rock band fronted by brothers Brian and Michael D’Addario, have been steadily capturing attention with their unique blend of youthful energy and seasoned songwriting. Drawing on nearly a decade of experience since their debut as teenagers, they combine rock, California harmony, power pop and baroque pop into a distinctive, joyously inventive sound. Their work is marked by intricate arrangements, multilayered harmonies, and adventurous instr

Before the first song, the garden remembered everything.... Orpheus is a plant hunter who charms the trees with his song. Eurydice, a mycologist whose voice carries deep into the earth. Charon, a liminal figure, keeper of thresholds, compost, and change. In this fresh reimagining of the Orpheus myth, music, ecology, and ancient storytelling entwine in the living landscape of Ireland’s National Botanic Gardens. Audiences follow Glasnevin’s garden-path of love and loss, curiosity and consequence, guided by musicians, children’s choirs and some unexpected creatures. From sunlit law

If you didn’t laugh, he’d cry. Tony Cantwell has cried for some wild reasons over the years. A TV show about dogs. A drunken run on a treadmill. Getting caught in the nip at school. They’re also all part of the chaos that unfolds in You Cry Weird, his brand new Fringe Award-nominated show from Hot Press’s "second-best comedian in Ireland". It’s got wildly personal stories, surreal perspectives and more tangents than a bronzed men’s beach. The show also has puns. From the star of Amazon's Last One Laughing, RTE's Good Boy and co-host of the Young Hot Guys podcast alongside Kil

Irish Times arts journalist Nadine O’Regan hosts this much anticipated event with singer Mary Coughlan, Barry Devlin (bass/Horslips), and Keith Donald (sax/Moving Hearts). Expect an entertaining, honest, and revealing conversation with three of the most iconic figures in contemporary Irish music about their professional successes, personal lives ‘on the road,’ and varied tales of addiction. Open captioning will be available at this event.

One of Irelands most exciting new comedy stars returns with a brand new show. After his sell out UK and Ireland tour in 2025 including a total sell out run at the Edinburgh festival Killian is back with “Killian Dollar Baby” Killian is one of the biggest stars of Irish sketch comedy with a huge online following. He is also one part of the award winning “Young Hot Guys” podcast.

One of Ireland's most successful singer/songwriters, Paul's legendary band, The Blades, was powered by a rich and memorable songbook including all-time classics Ghost of a Chance, Downmarket, and Revelations of Heartbreak. Fueled by Paul's Ringsend roots, an iconic voice, and heartfelt musical poetry, the band remain as dynamic and relevant today as they continue to attract new fans and pack out venues nationwide. Paul is in conversation with broadcaster/musician Tom Dunne (Something Happens)

The Skerries Ukulele Festival will bring ukulele lovers together from all over the island of Ireland and abroad to make music, learn new skills, have fun and share our love of music and song with all. Watch out also for flash mobs around the Town of Skerries during the day which will create a fun atmosphere in our beautiful setting beside the sea.

Sunny days are officially on the horizon as Dublin’s longest-running city-centre festival returns to the iconic grounds of the Royal Hospital Kilmainham. Forbidden Fruit 2026 lands on Saturday 30th & Sunday 31st May for its 14th edition, bringing world-class electronic, hip hop and alternative artists across five stages. The first wave set the tone with an impressive mix of global and Irish talent, from weekend headliners Kaytranada, Kettama, Nia Archives and Joy Crookes to standout names such as Interplanetary Criminal, ¥ØU$UK€ ¥UK1MAT$U, Shee, Horsegiiirl, Zulan and MOIO. Check