Experience an unforgettable weeknight at Langtons 67 Bar! Join us every Monday through Thursday for an evening of Irish dancing featuring world Irish dancing champion Zahra. Enjoy the electrifying live music by the Keltic Kats as you dance the night away. The festivities kick off at 8 PM each evening, and best of all, admission is absolutely free.
We are delighted to have Ceoltóirí Kilkenny back with us again this Summer under the Night Time Economy initiative with Kilkenny County Council to present a colorful and exciting traditional show. It includes the very best of Irish music, song, dance and storytelling and provides an authentic traditional entertainment experience , captivating audiences and welcoming their participation. Members of Craobh Osraí – The Marble City branch of Comhaltas Ceoltóirí Éireann, Ceoltóirí Kilkenny will provide Irish Entertainment at St. Canice’s Cathedral in June, July & August.
Every Tuesday night at 8pm, €10 entry, on the door or through eventbrite
-17th & 24th June
-1st, 8th, 15th, 22nd & 29th July
-19th & 26th August
Soak up the summer vibes every Friday at 6PM this July in the iconic Barrel Yard! 🍻✨
Join us for live music, Smithwick’s, and unforgettable evenings:
⭐️ July 4th: B&B
⭐️ July 11th: Up She Flew
⭐️ July 18th: Burnchurch
⭐️ July 25th: Colcannon
BIIRD is the new all-female Irish traditional music supergroup taking the country by storm. Coming together through their shared loved of trad and forming deep friendships first BIIRD are making a name for themselves for their unique group energy on stage.
Contemporary Irish folk group Onóir formed in 2020, when Donegal musicians; Tom McHugh, Declan Gaughan, Deane Connaghan, and Diarmaid McGee, joined forces to create a contemporary version of the famous Irish folk ballad; “The Auld Triangle”, the video went on to be seen by over 3 million people worldwide. These talented musicians with distinctive vocal styles are setting new standards with incredible musical arrangements and harmonies that mark them out as unique.
Libera’s ethereal sound enchants audiences across the world – from Toronto to Tokyo, from Westminster to Washington. The boys’ distinctive white robes recall Libera’s traditional origins, yet their music reaches across the generations to a wide audience. Libera’s unique sound is impossible to pigeonhole, but it appeals to fans worldwide.
The singers of Libera are aged seven to sixteen. They come from many backgrounds, attending schools in South London. Although they are boys and they sing, they do not think of themselves as choirboys, but rather as an alternative kind of boy band.
ABBAesque are undoubtedly Ireland’s number one tribute show ever! Their success over the past 28 years has been phenomenal, making them without question Ireland’s most successful tribute show, performing in excess of 150 sell out concerts each year.
Previously headlining Dublin’s 11,000 capacity Point Theatre on New Year’s Eve in 1998 and playing Saturday night residencies in the capital’s prestigious Olympia Theatre demonstrates the level of success enjoyed by this spectacular show.
The spirits of two remarkable women encounter each other across the centuries in this haunting and intimate opera by celebrated Indian-American composer Kamala Sankaram, with lyrics from Pulitzer Prize-winning poet Paul Muldoon.
The tragic life story of Savita Halappanavar and that of the Cork-born pirate Anne Bonny are interwoven in a groundbreaking fusion of traditional Irish and Indian classical music. Muldoon’s libretto – inspired by everything from sea shanties to Hindi ghazal – forges unexpected connections between the women while Sankaram’s score draws inspiration from medieval music and classical Indian ragas.
The Highstool Prophets continue to blaze a trail in the Irish folk music scene. With a string of sold out shows, TV and radio appearances and new music releases, Ballykeeffe Amphitheatre looks forward to welcoming the rip roaring ensemble in August. Expect some of your favourite songs from renowned folk artists, high energy trad sounds, and a memorable evening of entertainment.
All shows are over 18’s unless specified
(once purchased, tickets cannot be refunded, unless the event is cancelled)
Roll With It (The Ultimate Oasis Experience) formed in 2013 to bring the music of the Gallaghers to the live stage in Ireland and beyond. Having been on continual tour since then, the band have performed hundreds of shows to thousands of fans, with countless sell-out gigs in many of the country’s top venues.
Their setlist spans all seven albums and includes the hit singles right through to the acoustic B-sides.
The band is made up of experienced musicians with a passion for the greatest band of the nineties, who aim to give audiences the best singalong since Knebworth.
Please note: this is a standing show with limited seating available upstairs.
Find yourself at one of Nick’s gigs and you’ll be wrapped in a sense of belonging. With his ability to weave an experience that is felt as much as it is heard, his live performances don’t just entertain, they transcend to create a chorus of unity, a communion of sound and feeling.
By the Light of the Silvery Moon is a special evening of Irish stories for grown-ups - told through words and music by storyteller/Seanchaí Aindrias de Staic, with love musicians on stage providing percussion and harp accompaniment.
Aindrias’ style is a fast paced, lively, new approach to the ancient Irish art form, yet his work is firmly rooted in the traditional storytelling styles of the west of Ireland.
He’s a legend and an icon, a revolutionary and an immortal. John Lydon – aka Johnny Rotten – changed the face of music and sparked a cultural revolution. The frontman and lyricist of the Sex Pistols and Public Image Ltd (PiL) caused a political earthquake and transformed music for good. In his spoken word show, I Could Be Wrong, I Could Be Right, Lydon is touring the UK. He will talk about how he sees life, along with his unique and extraordinary career, and take audience questions during a pyrotechnic, one-off tour. Lydon will be sharing his thoughts with audiences. He Could Be Wrong. He Could Be Right.
Ticket, Meet 'n' Greet, Autograph, Photograph and Goody Bag - €95
Ticket and Goody Bag - €55
Ticket - €35
Cello Power is an electrifying cello duo that brings a fresh and dynamic approach to classical and contemporary music. Featuring the award-winning cellists Ailbhe McDonagh from Dublin and Katie Tertell from the US (now based in the UK), this duo is setting the stage alight with performances that captivate, inspire and entertain. Their performances span a diverse range of music, from timeless classical works to contemporary and even popular pieces, all reimagined for two cellos.
Hometown heroes Kerbdog return to Kilkenny for their final Irish venue show of the year
This is the success story of Kildare ballad singer Dan McCabe.
Dan comes from a long lineage of folk musicians and commenced his career in music at an early age. Dan would eventually go from strength to strength in this genre of the industry and consequently it became his full time occupation.
Due to the Covid 19 lockdown and the lack of opportunity to benefit from ‘Live Music’ performances Dan turned his focus to posting self-made videos of his music on social media platforms, merely as a pastime and an escape from the hardship and gloom of the pandemic. Completely unexpectedly these recordings would be viewed over 12 million times online and as a consequence it also caught the attention of senior producers at RTE.
Join a multi award-winning all-star cast of musicians and singers Stephen, Raymond and Chris for the musical masterpiece that is the “Legends of the 60s Show”.
The show with the ultimate feel good factor will transport you all the way hand clapping, swinging and singing back to that magical golden decade that was the 1960’s. Whether you come to relive your childhood memories or you just simply want to see what your parents have been raving about for all these years, this is the No.1 live show to see.
All shows are over 18’s unless specified
(once purchased, tickets cannot be refunded, unless the event is cancelled)
Harvest (a tribute to Neil Young) are an 8-piece band who have been thrilling audiences and Neil Young fans all over Ireland for 15 years.
The band played a stunning show at the Ballykeeffe Amphitheatre in August 2024 and are delighted to be performing in Kilkenny again, at the Set Theatre in October 2025.
Patrons can expect to hear the band perform fan favourites from Young’s albums “Harvest”, “After the Gold Rush”, “Harvest Moon” and “Freedom”, to name but a few.
Legendary folk singer-songwriter Mary Gauthier returns to Ireland performing work from her most recent album Dark Enough to See the Stars along with highlights from her 30 year career.
Her first recording of all original songs in over 8 years, it follows her 2018 release Rifles & Rosary Beads, a collaborative work with wounded Iraq war veterans. It garnered a Grammy nomination for Best Folk Album, as well as a nomination for Album of the Year by the Americana Music Association.
Irish Women in Harmony presents The Great Irish Song Book visits Set Theatre in Kilkenny and the all-star collective will bring their stunning versions of Dreams, Nothing Compares 2U and other classics from the Great Irish Songbook to life in a stunning blend of vocal arrangements.
After stealing the hearts of the nation during the Covid-19 pandemic with their captivating version of The Cranberries’ ‘Dreams’, Irish Women in Harmony bring the songs we know and love to Set Theatre’s stage; including classics by artists like The Cranberries, Sinead O’Connor, Enya, Aslan, The Corrs, Clannad, U2 and more.
Irish Women in Harmony is a collective of Irish female artists who have come together to support one another – both creatively and practically – in pursuit of their artistic goals. It was conceived by Grammy and Brit Award nominated songwriter Ruth Anne Cunningham and has raised over €350,000 for Safe Ireland, ISPCC and the Aisling Project.
BUTLER, BLAKE & GRANT is the first album from Bernard Butler (Suede), Norman Blake (Teenage Fanclub) and James Grant (Love and Money), three of the most respected songwriters and musicians of recent times.
Norman Blake is a centrifugal force in the legendary Teenage Fanclub, Bernard Butler is renowned for his production and songwriting with a myriad of artists, most recently for his Mercury nominated album “For All our Days That Tear The Heart” with Jessie Buckley and his own critically acclaimed album ‘Good Grief’ and James Grant, best known as the writer, guitarist and singer of the criminally underrated band, Love And Money.
Following her recent sold out ‘Symphony for the Moons’ shows at Dublin’s National Concert Hall with the National Symphony Orchestra and London’s Barbican with the Britten Sinfonia in December and a 4-night residency in January at The Gate Theatre, Lisa O’Neill announces headline dates across Ireland and the UK, alongside very special guest appearances with The Pogues.
There will be lots of great Christmas songs on the night, all performed with a “Country twist” ensuring a wonderful seasonal experience! A super lineup of talent will fill the air with all your favourite festive songs and get your feet tapping too! Artists including Brendan Shine, Trudi Lalor, Mick Foster and Moyra Frasier, Hugo Duncan, Effie Neill and a wonderful backing band will all ensure that this will be a fantastic musical start to the Christmas season.
Fresh off the success of his debut album Redesign, which soared to #1 on the Independent Charts in Ireland, acclaimed singer-songwriter Ryan McMullan returns to the stage with a powerful new tour.
Known for his soul-stirring vocals and heartfelt songwriting, McMullan has earned his place as one of Ireland’s most compelling musical talents. With past tour credits that include sharing stages with Ed Sheeran, Kodaline, and Snow Patrol, he’s captivated audiences across the globe—now, it’s time to see him centre stage in his own right.
Fresh off the success of his debut album Redesign, which soared to #1 on the Independent Charts in Ireland, acclaimed singer-songwriter Ryan McMullan returns to the stage with a powerful new tour.
Known for his soul-stirring vocals and heartfelt songwriting, McMullan has earned his place as one of Ireland’s most compelling musical talents. With past tour credits that include sharing stages with Ed Sheeran, Kodaline, and Snow Patrol, he’s captivated audiences across the globe—now, it’s time to see him centre stage in his own right.
Europe’s very top ABBA show, ABBA FOREVER returns to the Watergate Theatre!
It’s always party time when abba comes to town but when it’s the Christmas show, then that’s a real excuse to let your hair down! This happy sing-a-long event is pure escapism. It celebrates ABBA’S music with a loud and proud production and terrific audio visuals of ABBA seminal moments on the giant screen!
Legends of the late eighties Irish music scene, Something Happens were one of the Irish bands of the period who trail-blazed a commercial path across the country and beyond. While not recording anymore (singer Tom Dunne is a well-known radio presenter) they still play live to their adoring fan base. With a catalogue of hit singles at their disposal, the Something Happens! live show is an unmissable trip down memory lane.
Legends of the late eighties Irish music scene, Something Happens were one of the Irish bands of the period who trail-blazed a commercial path across the country and beyond. While not recording anymore (singer Tom Dunne is a well-known radio presenter) they still play live to their adoring fan base. With a catalogue of hit singles at their disposal, the Something Happens! live show is an unmissable trip down memory lane.
Paul Young will go back on the road with a Songs & Stories tour next spring – including a run of dates in Ireland. The 80s icon has just completed a run of largely sold-out shows at intimate venues across England, Wales and Scotland. His new show titled Songs & Stories will kick off in Dundalk, Ireland, on April 26, 2026, concluding at Whitby Pavillion on June 20, 2026.
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