# Music Events in Laois 2026 | Concerts & Live Music

- **Subtitle**: Discover upcoming music events in Laois. Book tickets for concerts, live gigs, music festivals and performances happening across the city.
- **Category**: Music
- **Display Name**: Music events
- **Type**: category

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## About

Music signifies the vibrant energy of the place! Such music events in [CITY] make the city alive throughout the year. From live music shows and concerts to karaoke nights and gigs at bars and cafes, music fills the silence beautifully in [CITY]. The city has a lot for you in store, and there isn’t any lack of music events in [CITY] for classical lovers or concertgoers! Music is here to heal you and make you groove with festivals and heartfelt concerts in [CITY]. Explore such music events happening near you with us and get in the groove to set the stage on fire.

## Music Events in Laois

- **Event Name**: Echo & the Bunnymen in Emo
  - **Description**: 🎶 Don't Miss Echo & the Bunnymen Live in Laois on Friday, July 24, 2026! 🎶
Are you ready to experience Echo & the Bunnymen like never before? With chart-topping hits like The Killing Moon, Lips Like Sugar and Bring o
  - **Interested Audience**:
    - Count: 3
  - **Date**: Fri Jul 24 2026 at 12:00 pm – Fri Jul 24 2026 at 02:00 pm (+01:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/laois/echo-andamp;-the-bunnymen-in-emo/3300029311795421
  - **Venue**: Forest Fest
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  - **Categories**: festivals, art, live-music
- **Event Name**: Forest Fest
  - **Description**: The Coronas live at Forest Fest!!
  - **Interested Audience**:
    - Count: 45
  - **Date**: Sat Jul 25 2026 at 04:00 pm (+01:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/laois/forest-fest/200029935895621
  - **Venue**: Portlaoise, Co.Laois
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- **Event Name**: These Charming Men play Forest Fest 2026
  - **Description**: These Charming Men from Dublin, Ireland were formed in 1995 and to this day continue to charm fans of The Smiths and Morrissey all around the globe with their finely tuned energetic and passionate live shows. They are classed as the premier Smiths and Mor
  - **Interested Audience**:
    - Count: 22
  - **Date**: Fri Jul 24 2026 at 05:15 pm (+01:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/laois/these-charming-men-play-forest-fest-2026/200030094739007
  - **Venue**: Forest Fest Emo Laois
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  - **Categories**: festivals, art, theatre, trips-adventures, music, entertainment
- **Event Name**: Elvis Presley & The Way It Was Orchestra
  - **Description**: Kevin Doyle, Ireland’s leading Elvis performer, brings his incredible live show to Dunamaise with his 12-piece backing band, The Way It Was Orchestra.

Entertaining audiences for over two decades, Kevin and the band have performed sell-out shows across Ir
  - **Interested Audience**:
    - Count: 4
  - **Date**: Sun Aug 16 2026 at 08:00 pm (+01:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/laois/elvis-presley-and-the-way-it-was-orchestra/200030074248036
  - **Venue**: Dunamaise Arts Centre
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  - **Categories**: entertainment, music, concerts, performances, art, theatre
- **Event Name**: South African Gathering Ireland 2026
  - **Description**: Join us for a truly special day celebrating South African culture, community, and connection — right here in Ireland.

Set in the beautiful surroundings of Ballykilcavan Farm & Brewery, this family-friendly outdoor event brings together South Africans
  - **Interested Audience**:
    - Count: 336
  - **Date**: Sat Jul 11 2026 at 11:00 am (+01:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/laois/south-african-gathering-ireland-2026/200029942059509
  - **Venue**: Ballykilcavan Farm and Brewery
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  - **Categories**: music, kids, live-music, trips-adventures, entertainment, camping
- **Event Name**: Tennessee Whiskey – The Ultimate Chris Stapleton Show - Dunamaise Arts Centre
  - **Description**: Tennessee Whiskey – The Ultimate Chris Stapleton Show delivers the true sound of American country straight to Irish stages. Now touring nationwide across 2026 and 2027, this electrifying production is filling theatres and venues with sell-out crowds and t
  - **Interested Audience**:
    - Count: 9
  - **Date**: Fri Sep 04 2026 at 08:00 pm (+01:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/laois/tennessee-whiskey-the-ultimate-chris-stapleton-show-dunamaise-arts-centre/200030202182705
  - **Venue**: Dunamaise Arts Centre
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  - **Categories**: country-music-festivals, music, art, entertainment, live-music, theatre
- **Event Name**: SOMBR at Electric Picnic 2026
  - **Description**: SOMBR concert at Stradbally Hall, Laois. See all tour dates at www.sombrmusic.com
  - **Date**: Fri Aug 28 2026 at 07:00 pm – Fri Aug 28 2026 at 10:00 pm (+01:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/laois/sombr-at-electric-picnic-2026/4300030007681050
  - **Venue**: Stradbally Hall
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  - **Categories**: trips-adventures, concerts, music, entertainment
- **Event Name**: The Big Kid Club - Summer Nights - Mamma Mia Special
  - **Description**: ADULTS... THIS ONE IS FOR YOU! 🎉

When was the last time you did something just because it was fun?

No pressure.
No performances.
No experience needed.

Just 90 minutes of music, movement, laughter, singalongs, games, and good craic with a room full of p
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  - **Date**: Thu Jun 18 2026 at 08:00 pm (+01:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/laois/the-big-kid-club-summer-nights-mamma-mia-special/200030158558323
  - **Venue**: The Talbot Hotel Carlow
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- **Event Name**: Welcome To The Jungle
  - **Description**: Come and see the students of Leap Academy of Acrodance in their very first end of year production. With songs and music from a multitude of genres, there’s sure to be something for the whole family to enjoy! Let us take you deep into the tropics and dazzl
  - **Interested Audience**:
    - Count: 5
  - **Date**: Sun Jun 14 2026 at 01:00 pm (+01:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/laois/welcome-to-the-jungle/200030074245129
  - **Venue**: Church Street, Port Laoise, Ireland R32 W93P
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- **Event Name**: ILLUMINATION STATION SUMMER CLUB
  - **Description**: Get ready for an unforgettable week packed with fun, laughter, friendship, and adventure! 

Children will enjoy exciting games, lively music, dance, creative crafts, and engaging Bible stories as we explore what it means to let our light shine for Jesus.
  - **Date**: Mon Jul 20 2026 at 10:00 am – Fri Jul 24 2026 at 01:00 pm (+01:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/laois/illumination-station-summer-club/200030188628122
  - **Venue**: SACRED HEART PRIMARY SCHOOL, Roscrea Co Tipperary
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  - **Categories**: trips-adventures
- **Event Name**: Star Season @ Ramsbottoms Portlaoise
  - **Description**: So excited to be playing our first ever live gig at Downtown 101 Ramsbottoms Portlaoise as part of the Open Band Night! We’ll be joining Deerpark and the legendary Nova Static. We’ll be on stage at 10pm, hope to see some of you there, can’t wait!
  - **Interested Audience**:
    - Count: 27
  - **Date**: Fri Jun 26 2026 at 10:00 pm (+01:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/laois/star-season-ramsbottoms-portlaoise/200029923208446
  - **Venue**: Ramsbottoms Portlaoise
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  - **Categories**: music, entertainment

## Trending Events in Laois

- **Event Name**: Electric Picnic Festival
  - **Description**: 🎶 Electric Picnic

One of Ireland’s biggest and most iconic music festivals.

Every year, thousands of people travel to Ireland to experience an incredible weekend filled with live music, creative art installations and amazing food markets.

From internat
  - **Venue**: Stradbally  Co.Laois
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- **Event Name**: James in Emo
  - **Description**: 🎤 Catch James Live at Forest Fest Music & Arts Festival on Saturday, July 25, 2026! 🎤
Ready to experience the night of your life? James is bringing their infectious energy and hit songs like Laid, Sit Do
  - **Venue**: Forest Fest Music & Arts Festival
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- **Event Name**: Deacon Blue in Killimy
  - **Description**: 🎤 Catch Deacon Blue Live at Emo Village Farmers Market on Saturday, July 25, 2026! 🎤
Ready to experience the night of your life? Deacon Blue is bringing their infectious energy and hit songs like Real Gone K
  - **Venue**: Emo Village Farmers Market
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- **Event Name**: Echo & the Bunnymen in Emo
  - **Description**: 🎶 Don't Miss Echo & the Bunnymen Live in Laois on Friday, July 24, 2026! 🎶
Are you ready to experience Echo & the Bunnymen like never before? With chart-topping hits like The Killing Moon, Lips Like Sugar and Bring o
  - **Venue**: Forest Fest
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- **Event Name**: Forest Fest
  - **Description**: The Coronas live at Forest Fest!!
  - **Venue**: Portlaoise, Co.Laois
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- **Event Name**: These Charming Men play Forest Fest 2026
  - **Description**: These Charming Men from Dublin, Ireland were formed in 1995 and to this day continue to charm fans of The Smiths and Morrissey all around the globe with their finely tuned energetic and passionate live shows. They are classed as the premier Smiths and Mor
  - **Venue**: Forest Fest Emo Laois
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- **Event Name**: DWYWT's Live at Forest Fest - Co. Laois
  - **Description**: Join us for a great evening of Irish Songs & Music as we make our debut at Forest Fest Fleadh!!!
  - **Venue**: County Laois
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- **Event Name**: Elvis Presley & The Way It Was Orchestra
  - **Description**: Kevin Doyle, Ireland’s leading Elvis performer, brings his incredible live show to Dunamaise with his 12-piece backing band, The Way It Was Orchestra.

Entertaining audiences for over two decades, Kevin and the band have performed sell-out shows across Ir
  - **Venue**: Dunamaise Arts Centre
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- **Event Name**: The Coronas in Killimy
  - **Description**: 🎤 Experience The Coronas Live at Emo Village Farmers Market on Friday, July 24, 2026! 🎤
The countdown has begun! The Coronas is taking over Emo Village Farmers Market on Friday, July 24, 2026, and w
  - **Venue**: Emo Village Farmers Market
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## FAQs

- **Q**: What are the top Music events in Laois?
  - **A:** Echo & the Bunnymen in Emo (Fri Jul 24 2026 at 12:00 pm at Forest Fest), Forest Fest (Sat Jul 25 2026 at 04:00 pm at Portlaoise, Co.Laois), These Charming Men play Forest Fest 2026 (Fri Jul 24 2026 at 05:15 pm at Forest Fest Emo Laois), Elvis Presley & The Way It Was Orchestra (Sun Aug 16 2026 at 08:00 pm at Dunamaise Arts Centre), South African Gathering Ireland 2026 (Sat Jul 11 2026 at 11:00 am at Ballykilcavan Farm and Brewery).
- **Q**: What Music events are happening in Laois today June 14, 2026?
  - **A:** Welcome To The Jungle (Sun Jun 14 2026 at 01:00 pm at Church Street, Port Laoise, Ireland R32 W93P).
- **Q**: What Music events are happening in Laois this weekend June 12–14, 2026?
  - **A:** Welcome To The Jungle (Sun Jun 14 2026 at 01:00 pm at Church Street, Port Laoise, Ireland R32 W93P).
- **Q**: What Music events are happening in Laois in June 2026?
  - **A:** The Big Kid Club - Summer Nights - Mamma Mia Special (Thu Jun 18 2026 at 08:00 pm at The Talbot Hotel Carlow), Welcome To The Jungle (Sun Jun 14 2026 at 01:00 pm at Church Street, Port Laoise, Ireland R32 W93P), Star Season @ Ramsbottoms Portlaoise (Fri Jun 26 2026 at 10:00 pm at Ramsbottoms Portlaoise).
- **Q**: How can I find Music events in Laois?
  - **A:** You can discover upcoming 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 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 Music events in Laois?
  - **A:** Some popular venues hosting Music events in Laois include Forest Fest, Portlaoise, Co.Laois, Forest Fest Emo Laois.
- **Q**: Who are the top organizers for Music events in Laois?
  - **A:** Popular organizers hosting Music events in Laois include Melody Mapper, The Coronas, These Charming Men - Play the music of The Smiths.
- **Q**: What types of Music events can I find in Laois?
  - **A:** You can explore a variety of music sub-genres and styles including Hip Hop Music, House Music, Classical Music, Afrobeats, Bachata and more.
- **Q**: Are there any online Music events available?
  - **A:** Yes, many 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 Music events in Laois?
  - **A:** Follow the Music category on AllEvents.in to get notified when new Music events are listed in Laois.

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