Limerick Events Guide – 15th-21st April
All Week (15th-21st April)
The Fresh Film Festival is an annual celebration of the next generation of filmmakers. There’s workshops, screenings, discussion forums and the presentation of the Young Filmmaker of the Year Awards. Runs from the 15th to 21st April. More info here
Catalyst International Film Festival takes place from 18th-20th April. The Festival focuses exclusively on films that address under-representation on screen and behind the camera; gender equality, diversity and inclusion are core to their programming. More info here
The Limerick Lifelong Learning Festival is back from Monday 15th to Sunday 21st April 2024. This year’s theme is Learn, Grow, Explore in 2024. Limerick Lifelong Learning Festival has something for everyone – wherever you live, whatever your age is and whatever your particular interests may be. Learning is promoted as fun with events including performances, debates, taster sessions, tours, displays and demonstrations. The free events and activities taking place include Art, IT Skills, Language Tasters, Entrepreneurship, Guided Tours, Open Days, Educational Pathways, Music and Cookery. More info here
An exhibition telling the story of the Limerick Soviet will be on display at Watch House Cross Library from Tuesday 16th to Saturday 27th April (closed on Sunday 21st and Monday 22nd April). Free Entry. More info here
April is Poetry Month in Limerick. During the 30 days of April, with over 15 events and over 26 performers, Limerick’s annual poetry festival returns from Wednesday 3rd April to Sunday 28th April. More info here
Unboxing, an art exhibition of works by Wilma Vissers will be on display in Limerick Museum until Sunday 28th April. Wilma Vissers is a visual artist living and working in Groningen in the Netherlands. Her practice as a visual artist started in 1989. For the last 15 years, staying at artists residencies has become part of her work process. She went to artist residencies in Ireland, Scotland, Iceland and the Faroe Islands. In Ireland, she has had working periods at Tyrone Guthrie, Cill Rialaig, and the Heinrich Böll Foundation on Achill Island. More info here
Jim Furlong and Barry Lemasney present their exhibition Dyad in the Friars Gate Theatre, Killmallock until 30th April. Barry Lemasney and Jim Furlong are graduates of The Limerick College of Art and Design. They both graduated with a BA honours degree in Fine Art as mature students. Both achieved a 1st class honour. While Barry and Jim have previously had solo exhibitions of their work, this exhibition will be their first joint venture together. Exhibition viewing is free and all are welcome. Viewings Monday to Friday. More info here
Inspiration’s Art Exhibition will be on display at Kilmallock Library for the month of April. A group exhibition of sixteen creative people, each person created a new piece of work inspired by their paired partner. Involved are Craftspeople, Photographers and Writers, Ciorcal Ealaíne Luimnigh (Artistic Circle of Limerick). More info here
The Turning Turns 40 exhibition in the Hunt Museum celebrates the 40th anniversary of the Irish Woodturners Guild (IWG) with a curated exhibition featuring 40 exceptionally turned wood forms that demonstrate excellence in craftsmanship and design. The exhibition runs until May 10th and is free for all to attend. It will then travel to four further venues across Ireland as part of the IWG anniversary celebrations. More info here
Monday 15th April
As part of the Fresh Film Festival, there’s a screening of 16 Ans (Sixteen) in association with IFI Education in the Omniplex at 10am. More info here
Tuesday 16th April
As part of the Fresh Film Festival, there’s a screening of The Iron Giant in the Belltable at 10am. More info here
Pints n’Purls (Crafting night) is in Crew Brewing from 7.30pm. For knitters, crocheters, cross-stitchers and generally sound people.
Wednesday 17th April
As part of the Fresh Film Festival, there’s a Careers in Film Mid-West event in the Limerick College of Further Education and Training, Mulgrave St at 10am. More info here
SOLD OUT As part of the Fresh Film Festival, the presentation of Ireland’s Junior Young Filmmaker of the Year Awards 2024 takes place in the Omniplex at 10am. More info here
Alfie Hudson-Taylor, one half of sibling duo Hudson-Taylor, plays a solo set in Dolans Warehouse at 8pm. Tickets €20. More info here
Paddy Cullivan brings his new show I Can’t Believe It’s Not Ireland! to Dolans Upstairs at 8pm. Join Paddy on a hilariously insightful journey through the history of partition and the Ireland of the future. Imagine this. It’s 2032. The people have spoken on both sides of the border and Ireland is a brand new 32-county country. There’s a new flag. A new anthem. There’s even a new capital! As Unionists holiday in the south, discovering the imperial joys of ‘Royal’ Dublin – southerners discover the ancient landscape of Ulster beyond the retail outlets of Newry and Titanic Belfast. Magical things happen when you create a new country – where EVERYTHING is on the table – and it’s exciting. Tickets €17. More info here
Frankie Boyle brings his show Lap of Shame to the University Concert Hall at 8pm. Tickets €32.50. More info here
Thursday 18th April
SOLD OUT As part of the Fresh Film Festival, the presentation of Ireland’s Young Filmmaker of the Year Awards 2024 takes place in the Omniplex and Troy Studios at 9.30am. More info here
There’s a session of Creative Mindfulness For Children from 2pm – 3pm in Watch House Cross Library where we will discuss our feelings and how to calm our ‘busy minds. Suitable for Children aged 4+ years. Booking is essential, for further information contact Kelly in Northside Family Resource Centre at [email protected], or on 061-326623. More info here
Niall ‘Bressie’ Breslin brings his show Where Is My Mind? to the Lime Tree Theatre at 7.30pm. Having led a colourful life thus far and being no stranger to a slap from the dark side, Bressie has made it his vocation to excavate and discover what it is that makes us humans dive, survive, recover and thrive in the head melty-chaos of the modern world. Tickets €25 + BF. More info here
Oisin Leech plays Dolans Upstairs at 8pm. Tickets €22. More info here
Scustin play Dolans Kasbah at 8pm. Tickets €12. More info here
Take It To The Limit is in University Concert Hall at 8pm. Johnny Brady, Simon Casey, Nigel Connell and The Sheerin Family Band come together to pay homage to one of the greatest bands ever, The Eagles. Tickets €31.50. More info here
Internet sensation Garron Noone comes to Cask Limerick at 8pm. Tickets: €20. More info here
Mega Trad are in the Glen Tavern
Friday 19th April
As part of the Catalyst International Film Festival, the International Shorts Programme screening takes place in the Belltable at 10am. Tickets €6. More info here
As part of the Fresh Film Festival, there’s a screening of Breaking the Mould in the Engine Collaboration Centre at 10am. Embark on an international cinematic journey that defies conventions and challenges the status quo with our short film program ‘Breaking The Mould.’ Featuring films made by young people from across the globe, this thought-provoking collection is a testament to the power of breaking moulds, celebrating uniqueness, and embracing the courage to forge a path less travelled. Join us for an unforgettable exploration of creativity, diversity, and the endless possibilities that arise when we dare to break free from the confines of convention. More info here
Parent & Toddler Morning takes place from 10.30am to 12pm at Watch House Cross Library with songs, stories and rhymes. Free event. More info here
As part of the Catalyst International Film Festival, the Documentary Shorts Programme screening takes place in the Belltable at 11.45am. Tickets €6. More info here
ONLINE EVENT As part of the Fresh Film Festival, there’s an Online Screening of International Junior Young Filmmakers’ best international films of 2024 from 12pm at FreshFilm.ie
ONLINE EVENT As part of the Fresh Film Festival, there’s an Online Screening of International Young Filmmakers’ best international films of 2024 from 1.30pm at FreshFilm.ie
National Hunt Racing takes place at Limerick Racecourse. First race 4.45pm approx. More Info Here
A new Junior and Senior Wheelchair Tennis programme will start in Limerick Lawn Tennis Club from Friday 19th April and will run weekly on Fridays for 10 weeks from 6pm – 7pm. All types of physical disability welcome. More info here
As part of the Top 8 Hip Hop & Street Dance Festival, the IBA Beat Box Battles with DFI and DJ Turntablism takes place in the Record Room at 7pm. More info here
Ben Portsmouth brings his show This Is Elvis to the University Concert Hall at 7.30pm. Taking you on a trip down memory lane, Ben and the band will leave you speechless with their stunning performances of Elvis favourites from all eras such as the 1950s, the iconic ’68 Comeback Special and Ben’s personal favourite, the 1970s Vegas concerts. As a versatile guitarist, Ben can seamlessly switch from rock ‘n’ roll, gospel, and soul and… there promises to be plenty of costume changes along the way. There is only one King but Ben is the closest you will get – it doesn’t get better than this for Elvis fans! Tickets €38. More info here
The booklaunch of Slipstreaming – In the West of Ireland, by Limerick poets John Liddy and Jim Burke, will take place at 7.30pm in The People’s Museum. More info here
Treaty United (Men) are away to Bray Wanderers in the LOI Men’s First Division at the Carlisle Grounds at 7.45pm. Live coverage on LOItv.
PIGTOWN PICK OF THE WEEK Several Limerick musicians are coming together for the Gig For Dochas in Dolans Warehouse at 8pm. Featuring the Roadrunners, Emma Langford, dREA, Special Guest MC DJ Tom Fitz ( Termites ), Keith Forde, Citrus Fresh, the Limerick Gospel Choir and the 061 Songwriter Winner. Dochas is a support centre for children and adolescents with Autism. Dochas work with individuals, families, and groups and provides activity programmes, art therapy, music therapy and general support for families who are on the Autism Journey. Tickets €20. More info here
Brian Kennedy plays Dolans Upstairs at 8pm. Tickets €27. More info here
The Catalyst International Film Festival presents a screening of Baltimore in the Belltable at 8pm followed by exclusive Q&A with Directors Christine Molloy and Joe Lawlor. Baltimore is based on the infamous true story of an English heiress who became a revolutionary. Debutante Rose Dugdale (Imogen Poots) enjoys a life of wealth and privilege, but her rebellious nature soon leads her down a militant path. Amongst the political turmoil of the 1970s, her sympathy towards the IRA’s conflict evolves into radicalisation, culminating in an armed raid on an Irish estate with three comrades. However, when her simple heist takes a violent turn, is Rose prepared to face the devastating consequences? Tickets €8. More info here
Internet sensation Garron Noone comes to Cask Limerick at 8pm. Tickets: €20. More info here
Who Knows are in 1314 (Jerry Flannery’s) from 8pm followed by Resident DJ.
DJ Shubs the only Indian Female Bollywood DJ in Ireland presents Blockbuster Bollywood Night in the Windmill Bar at 8pm. Tickets €5. More info here
Hero In Error (with guests Worn Out and War Of Attrition) play Dolans Kasbah at 9pm. Tickets €14+BF. More info here
L.A.S.A. Proudly Presents His Father’s Voice & Special Guests in Pharmacia at 9pm. Tickets €10. More info here
Pat Holland is in the Glen Tavern
Domino Lite are in the Blue Bar, Green Yard Cafe at 9.30pm
DJ Evan Quaid is in Mickey Martins from 10pm
Drive are in the Old Quarter from 10.30pm
Saturday 20th April
The O’Neill Industrial Charity Cycle in aid of Irish Motor Neurone Disease starts at 9am in McMahon’s Bar, Ardnascrusha. More info here
As part of the Catalyst International Film Festival, the Irish Shorts Programme #1 screening takes place in the Belltable at 9.30am. Tickets €6. More info here
As part of the Catalyst International Film Festival, the Child-Friendly Shorts Adventures screening takes place in the Belltable at 11.30am. Suitable for age 6+. Tickets €10 Child + Guardian. Extra child €5. More info here
As part of the Top 8 Hip Hop & Street Dance Festival, the Top 8 Street Dance Battle takes place in the Dance Limerick at 1pm. More info here
As part of the Catalyst International Film Festival, the National Student Short Award screening takes place in the Belltable at 1pm. Tickets €6. More info here
As part of the Catalyst International Film Festival, the Irish Shorts Programme #2 screening takes place in the Belltable at 2.30. Tickets €6. More info here
Gemma Hayes plays Dolans Warehouse at 8pm. Tickets €25+BF. More info here
The Henry Girls play Dolans Upstairs at 8pm. Tickets €27. More info here
The Catalyst International Film Festival presents a screening of Verdigris in the Belltable at 8pm. Two very different women, Marian and Jewel, become unlikely friends as they realise that their similarities far outweigh their differences. Written and directed by Patricia Kelly and stars Geraldine McAlinden (Bloodlands, Bad Sisters), Maya O’Shea (Normal People), Michael James Ford (Harry Wild, Striking Out) and Killian Filan (Normal People). Tickets €8. More info here
Limerick Choral Union presents Verdi’s Requiem in the University Concert Hall at 8pm. Directed by Mr. Malcolm Green, the LCU & Orchestra is accompanied by 4 wonderful soloists. A dramatic & thrilling ‘opera in disguise’, with profound loss, sheer terror & transient moments of weeping & encouragement returning to terror & ultimate resignation of uncertainty. Tickets €30. More info here
As part of the Top 8 Hip Hop & Street Dance Festival, a JDilla Tribute and the Belfast Groove Collective are in the Monk at 8pm. More info here
Electric Dreams are in Cask Limerick at 8pm. Electric Dreams celebrate the smash hits of the glorious 80s with a thumping set of timeless, singalong pop classics from chart-toppers Erasure, Madonna, Depeche Mode, Lionel Richie, Duran Duran, A-ha, Whitney Houston and more. Tickets €15. More info here
DJ Arsenik is in Mickey Martins from 9pm
Trouble are in the Glen Tavern
Bronagh is in the Blue Bar, Green Yard Cafe at 9.30pm
1710 are in the Old Quarter from 10.30pm
TOV Ev8nts and Ceese present PLAY – a VIP Hip Hop, RnB and Amapiano Late Night Party in Angel Lane from 11pm. Tickets from €6.34. More info here
Sunday 21st April
As part of the Top 8 Hip Hop & Street Dance Festival, there’s a Dance Workshops in Dance Limerick at 12pm, 1pm and 2pm. More info here
As part of the Fresh Film Festival, Generation Fresh, a selection of films made by young Filmmakers takes place in Omniplex Cinemas nationwide at 2pm. Bookings via Omniplex. More info here
The 2024 Munster Senior Hurling Championship kicks off with Clare vs Limerick at 2pm in Cusack Park, Ennis. Live coverage on RTÉ. More info here
As part of the Top 8 Hip Hop & Street Dance Festival, there’s a Family Fun Day in the Wickham Way at 3pm. Free Event. More info here
As part of April is Poetry Month, John W Sexton presents Scéine and the Hag of Beare Meet Saint Killian – Tensions in the Creative Imagination: an essay, with accompanying poetry sequence at 3pm in The People’s Museum
DJ Seamus Martin is in Mickey Martins