# Live Shows in Laois | Performances, Musicals & Acts

- **Subtitle**: Find live performances in Laois — musicals, variety shows, dance and stage acts. Browse upcoming shows by date and venue and book tickets.
- **Category**: Performances
- **Type**: format

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For the lover of all things art there is a lot to catch; performing arts, musicals and theater events in Laois are all set to keep you entertained. There are these amazing and unforgettable performances in Laois that will keep you hooked for days long. This is your guide to the Laois show listings and all the top-rated performances so you never miss out on top-rated events. Explore the best of Broadway shows, plays and performances with us and book your tickets already.

## Performances Events in Laois

- **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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  - **Categories**: music, entertainment, festivals, trips-adventures
- **Event Name**: Night of a Thousand Praise – Portlaoise
  - **Description**: Night of a Thousand Praise is a powerful evening of music, unity and uplifting energy, bringing people from all walks of life together in one unforgettable atmosphere.

What began as a small gathering at Portlaoise Life Church has grown into a vibrant com
  - **Interested Audience**:
    - Count: 3
  - **Date**: Sat Oct 31 2026 at 06:00 pm (+00:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/laois/night-of-a-thousand-praise-portlaoise/200030509959047
  - **Venue**: Dunamaise Arts Centre
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  - **Categories**: music, entertainment, live-music
- **Event Name**: Dirty DC @ Kavanaghs Bar & Venue
  - **Description**: Dirty/DC coming to Kavanaghs Bar & Venue with the Bon/Brian show! ⚡️
  - **Interested Audience**:
    - Count: 13
  - **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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- **Event Name**: Deirdre O'Kane - ALL THE RAGE
  - **Description**: ***NEW SHOW ANNOUNCEMENT***

Deirdre O'Kane - ALL THE RAGE
In The Midlands Park Hotel
Sat 6th Feb 2027
Tickets on sale now form the link below! 

Deirdre O’Kane grabs the zeitgeist once again with a brand new show in a world that feels decidedly off kilte
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    - Count: 23
  - **Date**: Sat Feb 06 2027 at 08:00 pm – Sat Feb 06 2027 at 11:00 pm (+00:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/laois/deirdre-okane-all-the-rage/200029882889549
  - **Venue**: Midlands Park Hotel
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- **Event Name**: The Last Witch Bridget Cleary
  - **Description**: The Last Witch: Bridget Cleary is a powerful solo storytelling piece based on the true story of Bridget Cleary, whose murder in 1895 is often described as Ireland’s last witch burning.

Blending theatre with Irish folklore, the piece explores a world wher
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    - Count: 12
  - **Date**: Sat Oct 24 2026 at 08:00 pm (+01:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/laois/the-last-witch-bridget-cleary/200030471885712
  - **Venue**: Dunamaise Arts Centre
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  - **Categories**: art, fine-arts, theatre, storytelling

## Trending Events in Laois

- **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**: Andrea Bocelli Experience
  - **Description**: Platinum Events presents The Andrea Bocelli Experience, a breathtaking live tribute concert celebrating the power, beauty and emotion of Bocelli’s greatest music.

Featuring beloved classics including The Prayer, Nessun Dorma and Time to Say Goodbye, this
  - **Venue**: Dunamaise Arts Centre
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- **Event Name**: Gearóid Farrelly; 'No Pressure'
  - **Description**: Gearóid Farrelly returns with No Pressure, a candid and hilarious new show about the chaos of modern life.

After surviving hospital stays, a sick cat and a nerve-wracking stint on Dancing with the Stars, Gearóid brings his trademark wit to the stage as h
  - **Venue**: Dunamaise Arts Centre
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- **Event Name**: Night of a Thousand Praise – Portlaoise
  - **Description**: Night of a Thousand Praise is a powerful evening of music, unity and uplifting energy, bringing people from all walks of life together in one unforgettable atmosphere.

What began as a small gathering at Portlaoise Life Church has grown into a vibrant com
  - **Venue**: Dunamaise Arts Centre
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- **Event Name**: Gala Ball
  - **Description**: ✨🥂 YOU’RE INVITED! 🥂✨

We are delighted to announce the Annual Gala Ball supporting The Haven Rescue & Husky Rescue Ireland 🐾❤️

Join us for a truly special and elegant evening as we come together to celebrate the work of both rescues and, most import
  - **Venue**: Portlaoise, Co.Laois
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- **Event Name**: Portlaoise Parent First Aid Class
  - **Description**: 📣 Calling all Portlaoise parents and childminders!

Parent First Aid is returning to Portlaoise with our highly popular 2-hour paediatric first aid class.

📅 Thursday, 22nd October
⏰ 7pm–9pm
📍 Maldron Hotel Portlaoise
🎟️ Only €50 per person

Learn essenti
  - **Venue**: Maldron Hotel Portlaoise
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- **Event Name**: Dirty DC @ Kavanaghs Bar & Venue
  - **Description**: Dirty/DC coming to Kavanaghs Bar & Venue with the Bon/Brian show! ⚡️
  - **Venue**: Kavanaghs Pub-Portlaoise
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- **Event Name**: Laois Pumpkin Patch
  - **Description**: Fun day for all the family run by local volunteers, locally grown pumpkins. Train ride, haunted maze, photo opps, fancy dress, cafe, dress a scarecrow and lots more. Clonad GAA grounds R32 X403 🎃 Pre-book for best rate or arrive on the day🎃
  - **Venue**: Clonad GAA Club, County Laois
- **Event Name**: IN THE BEGINNING TOUR
  - **Description**: AC/DC TRIBUTE SHOW
  - **Venue**: Kavanaghs Pub-Portlaoise
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## FAQs

- **Q**: What are the top Performances events in Laois?
  - **A:** The Riptide Movement 20 Year Anniversary Tour (Sun Oct 25 2026 at 09:00 pm at 28 Main Street, Port Laoise, Ireland R32 EP2K), Night of a Thousand Praise – Portlaoise (Sat Oct 31 2026 at 06:00 pm at Dunamaise Arts Centre), Dirty DC @ Kavanaghs Bar & Venue (Fri Nov 20 2026 at 09:00 pm at Kavanaghs Pub-Portlaoise), Deirdre O'Kane - ALL THE RAGE (Sat Feb 06 2027 at 08:00 pm at Midlands Park Hotel), The Last Witch Bridget Cleary (Sat Oct 24 2026 at 08:00 pm at Dunamaise Arts Centre).
- **Q**: What Performances events are happening in Laois in October 2026?
  - **A:** The Riptide Movement 20 Year Anniversary Tour (Sun Oct 25 2026 at 09:00 pm at 28 Main Street, Port Laoise, Ireland R32 EP2K), Night of a Thousand Praise – Portlaoise (Sat Oct 31 2026 at 06:00 pm at Dunamaise Arts Centre), The Last Witch Bridget Cleary (Sat Oct 24 2026 at 08:00 pm at Dunamaise Arts Centre).
- **Q**: How can I find Performances events in Laois?
  - **A:** You can discover upcoming Performances 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 Performances 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 Performances events in Laois?
  - **A:** Some popular venues hosting Performances events in Laois include 28 Main Street, Port Laoise, Ireland R32 EP2K, Dunamaise Arts Centre, Kavanaghs Pub-Portlaoise.
- **Q**: Who are the top organizers for Performances events in Laois?
  - **A:** Popular organizers hosting Performances events in Laois include Kavanaghs Pub-Portlaoise, Dunamaise Arts Centre, Dirty DC.
- **Q**: Are there any online Performances events available?
  - **A:** Yes, many Performances 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 Performances events in Laois?
  - **A:** Follow the Performances category on AllEvents.in to get notified when new Performances events are listed in Laois.

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