# Live Music in Laois | Gigs, Bands & Nights Out

- **Subtitle**: Find live music in Laois tonight, tomorrow and this weekend. Discover gigs, bands and open-mic nights at bars and venues near you.
- **Category**: Live Music
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## About

For the ones whose heart beats for music, live music events are something that you will absolutely enjoy. Groove on the most upbeat songs and enjoy the best of live music in Laois. You will find music of all kinds and genres, discover the ones that fit your interests and enjoy the spellbinding surroundings near you. You will be in a constant dilemma what to choose and what to drop, because there is music beating all around the city. From jazz nights at the jazz clubs to soulful musical events at the best live music venues in Laois.
Discover all the mesmerizing and all the heavy & loud music events near you.

## Live Music Events in Laois

- **Event Name**: The Muddy River
  - **Description**: The Muddy River Band bring their special unplugged acoustic show to Dunamaise, celebrating the music of three legendary songwriters: Bob Dylan, Neil Young and Van Morrison.

Known for their spellbinding live performances, the band brings these iconic song
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  - **Date**: Sat Sep 26 2026 at 08:00 pm (+01:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/laois/the-muddy-river/200030485423123
  - **Venue**: Dunamaise Arts Centre
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- **Event Name**: The Riptide Movement 20 Year Anniversary Tour
  - **Description**: NEW GIG ANNOUNCMENT!!!

The Riptide Movement 20 Year Anniversary Tour, 
Kavanagh's
Sun Oct 25th 2026
Tickets on sale on Friday, June 5th at 9am 

The Riptide Movement 20 YEAR ANNIVERSARY TOUR.
Celebrating 20 Years of The Riptide MovementTickets on sale Fr
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  - **Date**: Sun Oct 25 2026 at 09:00 pm (+00:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/laois/the-riptide-movement-20-year-anniversary-tour/200030460607106
  - **Venue**: 28 Main Street, Port Laoise, Ireland R32 EP2K
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- **Event Name**: Dirty DC @ Kavanaghs Bar & Venue
  - **Description**: Dirty/DC coming to Kavanaghs Bar & Venue with the Bon/Brian show! ⚡️
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  - **Date**: Fri Nov 20 2026 at 09:00 pm (+00:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/laois/dirty-dc-kavanaghs-bar-and-venue/200030603280630
  - **Venue**: Kavanaghs Pub-Portlaoise
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## Trending Events in Laois

- **Event Name**: The Muddy River
  - **Description**: The Muddy River Band bring their special unplugged acoustic show to Dunamaise, celebrating the music of three legendary songwriters: Bob Dylan, Neil Young and Van Morrison.

Known for their spellbinding live performances, the band brings these iconic song
  - **Venue**: Dunamaise Arts Centre
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- **Event Name**: 80's Icons
  - **Description**: Back due to phenomenal demand, 80’s Icons Show returns to Dunamaise for a night packed with the biggest hits of the decade.

Step back into the era of big hair, bold fashion and unforgettable music with classics from Duran Duran, Spandau Ballet, Level 42,
  - **Venue**: Dunamaise Arts Centre
- **Event Name**: The Roadhouse Doors @ Kavanagh's Portlaoise
  - **Description**: The Roadhouse Doors celebrate the music of the doors with over 2 hours of The Doors back catalogue and an inch perfect recreation of their signature songs! A must for all Doors fans!
  - **Venue**: Kavanaghs Pub-Portlaoise
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- **Event Name**: Free Entry - Portlaoise Psychic & Holistic Fair
  - **Description**: Free Entry to the Portlaoise Psychic & Holistic Fair at the Midlands Park Hotel, Jessop St, Portlaoise, Co. Laois on Sunday the 11th of October 2026. 

Doors are open from 11 am to 7 pm, but the event winds down from around 5.30 PM. No tickets or prer
  - **Venue**: Midlands Park Hotel
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- **Event Name**: Avenue Q!
  - **Description**: Get ready for four unforgettable nights of comedy, music and mayhem as the Tony Award-winning musical Avenue Q comes to Dunamaise.

A hilarious, heartfelt and very cheeky musical for adults, Avenue Q blends puppets, people and pop-culture satire in a laug
  - **Venue**: Dunamaise Arts Centre
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- **Event Name**: R.E.M. performed by Stipe at Kavanagh's Bar & Venue, Portlaoise
  - **Description**: R.E.M. formed in 1980, in Athens, Georgia and by the mid-nineties earned the tagline ‘the biggest band on the planet’ from the music press.

They pioneered the alternative rock scene with relentless touring and a distinctive sound and entered the 90s main
  - **Venue**: Kavanaghs Pub-Portlaoise
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- **Event Name**: The Riptide Movement 20 Year Anniversary Tour
  - **Description**: NEW GIG ANNOUNCMENT!!!

The Riptide Movement 20 Year Anniversary Tour, 
Kavanagh's
Sun Oct 25th 2026
Tickets on sale on Friday, June 5th at 9am 

The Riptide Movement 20 YEAR ANNIVERSARY TOUR.
Celebrating 20 Years of The Riptide MovementTickets on sale Fr
  - **Venue**: 28 Main Street, Port Laoise, Ireland R32 EP2K
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- **Event Name**: Here Come The Girls | Dunamaise Arts Centre
  - **Description**: 12 AMAZING TRIBUTES! 1 SPECTACULAR MULTI-DIVA SHOW!
Celebrating some of the finest female artists of all time...featuring tributes too, Cher, Madonna, Lady Gaga, Shania Twain, Annie Lennox, Gloria Estefan, Pink, Blondie, Katy Perry, Adele, Abba and Banana
  - **Venue**: Dunamaise Arts Centre
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- **Event Name**: Mabon & Full Moon Day Retreat
  - **Description**: Harvest of the heart day retreat with cacao, yoga, forest bathing, Crochet Reiki, sauna, river immersion, lunch, fire and drumming.About this EventAs the Wheel turns towards autumn, you are warmly invited to Harvest of th
  - **Venue**: R93 E6F4
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## FAQs

- **Q**: What are the top Live Music events in Laois?
  - **A:** The Muddy River (Sat Sep 26 2026 at 08:00 pm at Dunamaise Arts Centre), The Riptide Movement 20 Year Anniversary Tour (Sun Oct 25 2026 at 09:00 pm at 28 Main Street, Port Laoise, Ireland R32 EP2K), Dirty DC @ Kavanaghs Bar & Venue (Fri Nov 20 2026 at 09:00 pm at Kavanaghs Pub-Portlaoise).
- **Q**: What Live Music events are happening in Laois in September 2026?
  - **A:** The Muddy River (Sat Sep 26 2026 at 08:00 pm at Dunamaise Arts Centre).
- **Q**: How can I find Live Music events in Laois?
  - **A:** You can discover upcoming Live Music events in Laois on AllEvents.in. Browse by date, venue, or price to find events that match your interests.
- **Q**: How do I buy tickets for Live Music events in Laois?
  - **A:** You can buy tickets directly through AllEvents.in. Many events offer online booking with options for free, paid, and early-bird tickets.
- **Q**: What are the popular venues for Live Music events in Laois?
  - **A:** Some popular venues hosting Live Music events in Laois include Dunamaise Arts Centre, 28 Main Street, Port Laoise, Ireland R32 EP2K, Kavanaghs Pub-Portlaoise.
- **Q**: Who are the top organizers for Live Music events in Laois?
  - **A:** Popular organizers hosting Live Music events in Laois include Dunamaise Arts Centre, Kavanaghs Pub-Portlaoise, Dirty DC.
- **Q**: What types of Live Music events can I find in Laois?
  - **A:** You can explore a variety of live music sub-genres and styles including Hip Hop Music, House Music, Classical Music, Afrobeats, Bachata and more.
- **Q**: Are there any online Live Music events available?
  - **A:** Yes, many Live Music events are available online. You can filter for virtual events on AllEvents.in to attend from anywhere.
- **Q**: How can I get notified about new Live Music events in Laois?
  - **A:** Follow the Live Music category on AllEvents.in to get notified when new Live Music events are listed in Laois.

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