# Event Details

- **Event Name**: When Ireland Rocked 
- **Event Start and End Date**: Sat, 16 May, 2026 at 08:00 pm (+01:00)
- **Event Description**: Returning after 2 sold out shows at the Barrell Venue - When Ireland Rocked!

1973 to 1987 encapsulated a period of great musical discovery in Ireland...With the emergence and dominance of the electric guitar, a revolution and fusion of musical styles occurred creating a signature Irish Rock sound. 

The music resonated far and wide, energising the youth of Ireland and inspiring future generations of musicians to follow. Focusing on this golden era, we celebrate the bands, musicians and their songs from a time "When Ireland Rocked" the world. Featuring the virtuoso guitar skills of Pat McManus (ex-Mama’s Boys), outstanding vocals of Cormac Neeson of The Answer fame and a supporting cast drawn from some of Ireland's finest musicians.
- **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/drogheda/when-ireland-rocked/200029833880242
- **Event Categories**: music, entertainment, live-music
- **Interested Audience**: 
  - total_interested_count: 42

## Ticket Details


## Event venue details

- **city**: Drogheda
- **state**: LH
- **country**: Ireland
- **location**: Cord Road, Drogheda, Ireland
- **lat**: 53.71744
- **long**: -6.3408
- **full address**: Cord Road, Drogheda, Ireland

## Event gallery

- **Alt text**: When Ireland Rocked
  - **Image URL**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events3/banners/613472b4b38428a73fb712f0b70ea88ae7488b3f4144a9d390c55eb5a145b84e-rimg-w843-h1103-dc011701-gmir?v=1777818744

## FAQs

- **Q**: When and where is When Ireland Rocked  being held?
  - **A:** When Ireland Rocked  takes place on Sat, 16 May, 2026 at 08:00 pm to Sat, 16 May, 2026 at 08:00 pm at Cord Road, Drogheda, Ireland.
- **Q**: Who is organizing When Ireland Rocked ?
  - **A:** When Ireland Rocked  is organized by McHughs Venue.
- **Q**: What has been the experience of attendees at McHughs Venue's events?
  - **A:** Attendees have given McHughs Venue a rating of 5/5 based on reviews from early attendees on AllEvents. McHughs Venue has a verified profile on AllEvents where you can read reviews and explore their upcoming events.
- **Q**: Who is this event for? Is it right for me?
  - **A:** When Ireland Rocked  is ideal for music lovers, fans of all genres, and anyone who wants to celebrate the power of music - from intimate gigs and live sessions to festivals and cultural performances. Whether you're a first-time attendee or a longtime enthusiast in Drogheda, this event is thoughtfully curated to deliver a standout experience worth every moment. If When Ireland Rocked  sounds like your kind of event, don't wait - spots fill up fast.

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