UPDATED 07/08/2024 – We’ve added several events being organised as part of the Mayoral August Activities as well as some other events
Limerick Events Guide – 5th-11th August
All Week (5th-11th August)
Javier Tapia’s Báb0g exhibition is on display in the People’s Museum from the 9th to the 15th August. Open daily from 10am to 4pm. Currated by Dylan Ryan
The Last Act Exhibition by Marie Hanlon & Rhona Clarke runs in the Limerick City Gallery of Art until 25th August. Last Act is a large-scale synchronised video installation made in collaboration with composer Rhona Clarke. The work presents the climate crises as something both real and abstract, as such it mirrors the human response to a changing earth. More info here
The In a Dream in a Happy House Exhibition by the Shell/Ter Artist Collective runs in the Limerick City Gallery of Art until 26th August. In a Dream in a Happy House is S/TAC’s third show to date and their first show that focuses solely on the collective itself rather than through the lens of a historical collection or role as artistic shelter. Featuring work by artists Diana Copperwhite, Allyson Keehan, Niamh McGuinne, Sharon Murphy and Geraldine O’Neill. More info here
Nature’s Narrative, an artistic tour of Clare and its coastlines by artist Helen Martin, is on display in the Hunt Museum Cafe during July and August. More info here
The Creepy Crawlies Love/Hate exhibition is in Hunt Museum until November 21st. This innovative exhibition aims to engage, educate, and inspire visitors of all ages through the fascinating world of bugs and their crucial roles in our biodiversity and daily lives. “Creepy Crawlies: Love/Hate,” is part of The Hunt Museum’s thematic focus of the year – biodiversity. More info here
Monday 5th August (Public Holiday)
The Castletown Festival concludes with the Ratlin Rogues on Castle St, Castletown from 6pm. Tickets €25 per gig or €80 for a weekend pass. More info here
The 061 Open Mic Night in Charlie Malones from 9pm
Tuesday 6th August
Limerick Sports Partnership’s weekly ActiveCities Walking Group is doing the Limerick City Walk. Meeting at Arthurs Quay Park at 11am. More info here
The Limerick Sports Partnership weekly West Limerick Walk takes place in the Newcastle West Demesne (by the soccer Car Park) at 11am. More info here
There’s a Free Lunchtime Concert by Seamus Tse (piano) in St Mary’s Cathedral at 1.15pm. Music by Haydn, Bartok and Chopin
Watch House Cross Library is hosting an afternoon of Children’s Movies at 2.30pm. Free event. More info here
The Big Limerick Seisiún with live music and dance takes place every evening in the Locke Bar at 5pm and 9pm
A Free Evening Walking History Tour of Limerick with the Limerick Civic Trust and the People’s Museum of Limerick will take place at 7pm from Arthur’s Quay Park. Tours will take one hour and will include visits to different locations along the King’s Island and also along the strand, and will finish up back in the centre of the city. The tour will also include visits to St Mary’s Cathedral, King John’s Castle, the Bishop’s Palace,the Treaty Stone, and the parks along the river. No booking required. More info here
The Art Collective Club are running Art Classes in the People’s Museum from 7pm to 8.30pm. Email [email protected] for more details.
Pints n’Purls (Crafting night) is in Crew Brewing from 7.30pm. For knitters, crocheters, cross-stitchers and generally sound people.
It’s Cupla Focal (Irish Language Night) in Mother Macs from 7.30pm. All levels welcome.
There’s live music in Katie Daly’s from 7.30pm
Wednesday 7th August
Storytime for Young Children takes place in Watch House Cross Library at 11.30am. Suitable for Ages 2-6 years. Free event. More info here
A Free Evening Walking History Tour of Limerick with the Limerick Civic Trust and the People’s Museum of Limerick will take place at 7pm from Arthur’s Quay Park. Tours will take one hour and will include visits to different locations along the King’s Island and also along the strand, and will finish up back in the centre of the city. The tour will also include visits to St Mary’s Cathedral, King John’s Castle, the Bishop’s Palace,the Treaty Stone, and the parks along the river. No booking required. More info here
Run 061’s weekly Social Run starts at 7pm at the Strand. This is a 4.5km run at an easy Conversation Pace. Open to runners of all levels. More info here
PIGTOWN PICK OF THE WEEK Dance Limerick presents the premiere of Of the People, a Step Up 2024 Production by Catherine Young in the Dance Limerick Performance Space at 7.30pm. Of the People is a dance experience that resonates deeply with our shared human desire for connection, community and a kinder way of living. It reflects on a particular state of the body, where it is always on, always moving, always doing, always productive. The piece looks for alternatives, asking how the body could feel if we slowed down and worked to foster solidarity together. How do we rebuild community? Tickets €15/12. More info here
Mother Macs present An evening with Fercullen Whiskey, an exclusive Whiskey Tasting Event in Peggy’s Parler at 7.30pm. Tickets 6.50pm. More info here
There’s live music in Katie Daly’s from 7.30pm
Bad Reputation presents Author & Punisher in Dolans Kasbah at 8pm. Tickets €20. More info here
It’s Drink & Draw night at Crew Brewing at 8pm.
It’s Open Mic Night in the Glen Tavern from 9pm to 11pm
It’s Weekend on a Wednesday with DJ Kimmy B in Mickey Martins from 9.30pm.
Thursday 8th August
There’s a Children’s Willow Weaving Workshop in Bunratty Folk Park (slots from 10.30am onwards). €18 for children (€17.05 for Adult Folk park entry). More info here
The Wickham Way Food Court will be open from 4pm to 9pm (exact opening hours vary for each food truck)
Storytime for Young Children takes place in Watch House Cross Library at 4pm. Suitable for Ages 2-6 years. Free event. More info here
The Big Limerick Seisiún with live music and dance takes place every evening in the Locke Bar at 5pm and 9pm
Elite Talent Hub and the Limerick Mental Health Association are hosting a free workshop on Effective CV Writing & Job Search Strategies in the Limerick City Library at 6pm. More info here
Taste of Androgyny present a night of and drag for Palestine in The Wickham at 7pm. An alternative drag night; platforming performers, musicians and artists of all kinds while raising money for important causes. Tickets €10. More info here
Javier Tapia’s Báb0g exhibition opens in the People’s Museum from 7pm to 9pm with an afterparty in the Commercial at 9pm. Afterparty tickets €10. More info here
A Free Evening Walking History Tour of Limerick with the Limerick Civic Trust and the People’s Museum of Limerick will take place at 7pm from Arthur’s Quay Park. Tours will take one hour and will include visits to different locations along the King’s Island and also along the strand, and will finish up back in the centre of the city. The tour will also include visits to St Mary’s Cathedral, King John’s Castle, the Bishop’s Palace,the Treaty Stone, and the parks along the river. No booking required. More info here
Run 061’s weekly Speed Session Run starts at 7pm at the Strand. This is a 4km run covering Hills, Intervals or Tempo. Open to runners of all levels. More info here
Limerick Speed Dating comes to 101 O’Connell Street at 7pm. Daters will be seated in front of a potential match with 4-minutes to get to know one another. Feel free to talk about whatever you want, but we always recommend you keep it lighthearted. If you’re stuck for conversation, we have random question cards on the table to help spark the chat. Once time is up, the ladies remain seated and the gents move down a spot and take a seat at the table of their next potential match. Tickets €32. More info here
PIGTOWN PICK OF THE WEEK Dance Limerick presents the premiere of Of the People, a Step Up 2024 Production by Catherine Young in the Dance Limerick Performance Space at 7.30pm. Of the People is a dance experience that resonates deeply with our shared human desire for connection, community and a kinder way of living. It reflects on a particular state of the body, where it is always on, always moving, always doing, always productive. The piece looks for alternatives, asking how the body could feel if we slowed down and worked to foster solidarity together. How do we rebuild community? Tickets €15/12. More info here
It’s Open Mic Night in the Blue Bar, Green Yard Cafe at 7.30pm
There’s a Pop-up Cinema in St. Mary’s Cathedral from 8pm with a screenings of Back To The Future. Tickets must be booked in advance. More info here
There’s a Trad Session in Whelans Bar, Newcastle West from 9pm till close
It’s Thirsty Thursdays with Dj Eamo in Mickey Martins from 9.30pm. More info here
Mega Trad are in the Glen Tavern at 9.30pm
Banshee Events are taking over Pharmacia from 10pm featuring Midlands League and Cafe Brothers. Tickets €5. More info here
Friday 9th August
Dance Limerick and the Limerick Mental Health Association are colloborating for a series of Movement for your Mind Dance Workshops in the Dance Limerick Studio from 9.30am to 11am. There’s a recommended €2 donation per class but if cost is an issues, please let the organisers know. Everyone over 18 is welcome. No upper age limit. No experience needed. The classes will be running until October. Come for a one-off session or for the full block of 10 classes. More info here
Parent & Toddler Morning takes place from 10.30am to 12pm at Watch House Cross Library with songs, stories and rhymes. More info here
There’s a Children’s Willow Weaving Workshop in Bunratty Folk Park (slots from 10.30am onwards). €18 for children (€17.05 for Adult Folk park entry). More info here
The Milk Market is open from 11am to 3pm.
The Wickham Way Food Court will be open from 1pm to 9pm (exact opening hours vary for each food truck)
The Big Limerick Seisiún with live music and dance takes place every evening in the Locke Bar at 5pm and 9pm
It’s Friday Fest in 101 O’Connell Street from 5pm to 7pm
The Aperol Summer Spritz Sessions comes to 101 O’Connell Street at 6pm. This is the ultimate event for Aperol lovers, where you can enjoy two free Aperol spritz, delicious aperitivo nibbles and learn how to make your own perfect Aperol Spritz. You’ll also get to groove to the cool dj playing summer vibes, and get some Aperol Sunnies and get into a chance to win tickets to the hottest festivals this summer. Tickets €10. More info here
There’s a free Himalayan Meditation workshop in Dooradoyle Library at 6pm. More nfo here
There’s a Pop-up Cinema in the People’s Museum from 8pm with a screenings of Ferris Bueller’s Day-Off. Tickets must be booked in advance. More info here
Glory Days, A Tribute to Bruce Springsteen, returns to Dolans Warehouse at 8pm. Tickets €23. More info here
DJ Shubs presents the Blockbuster Bollywood Night (Summer Edition) in the Windmill Bar at 8pm. Tickets from €3. More info here
Resident DJ and Bog The Donkey are in 1314 (Jerry Flannery’s) from 9pm.
It’s Friday Night in the Lane with DJ Evan Quaid in Mickey Martins from 9.30pm. More info here
Mike Ryan is in the Blue Bar (Green Yard Cafe) from 9.30pm
Ginger is in Whelans Bar, Newcastle West from 9.30pm
Ollie is in the Glen Tavern at 10pm
Domino Lite are in the Old Quarter from 10.30pm
Saturday 10th August
Parkrun is a free, weekly, timed 5k run that takes place every Saturday morning at 9.30am. Limerick has Parkruns at the UL Boathouse, Mungret Park and The Demense in Newcastle West. All you need to do is register once on parkrun.com to get your barcode and you can show up to any of the events.
The Wickham Way Market Stalls & Food Court will be open 10am to 3pm (food court open til late).
The Art4Limerick Pop-Up Gallery is open from 10.30am to 5.30pm. It’s located at 19 Nicholas St. More info here
Breathe Better Yoga hosts Park Yoga every Saturday (weather dependent) in the People’s Park from 11 a.m. It is donation-based. Please bring your own yoga mat.
Saturday Arts & Crafts for Children takes place from 11am to 4pm at Watch House Cross Library. A fresh set of craft materials will be provided. Collect your art materials from the library desk and make something to take home, to display in the library or both! This is a self-guided activity so children must be accompanied and assisted by their grown-up. No booking required. More info here
Mixed Movement Limerick has its weekly meetup in the Wickham Way from 11:30pm to 2pm. There’s a €5 contribution towards rent and cost. More info here
Limerick Against Racism is hosting Limerick Says Welcome, a Family Fun day in Harveys Quay from 12pm to 2pm. Live music, games for children, face painting and much more will take place on the day. More info here
Bad Reputation presents Frost & Fireland, the farewell tour of Cirith Ungol in Dolans Warehouse from 1pm until late. Support from Night Demon, Wytch Hazel, Seven Sisters, Death the Leveller, Callous Master and Settler. Tickets from €48. More info here
Treaty United (Women) will take on Bohemians at 5pm in the Markets Field in the SSE Airtricity Women’s Premier Division. Adults tickets €12 online or €15 on the gate. Juvenile tickets (13-17) €10. Children (6-12) are €5 and children under 5 are free. Live coverage on LOItv. More info here.
The Big Limerick Seisiún with live music and dance takes place every evening in the Locke Bar at 5pm and 9pm
Daniel O’Donnell returns to the University Concert Hall at 7.30pm. He is one of the most prolific and successful recording artists in the UK charts. He is the only artist in the world to score a hit in the UK album charts every year since 1988, an unprecedented and unbroken 34-year span, and in doing so, has outshone everyone from Michael Jackson and Madonna, to U2 and the Rolling Stones. Tickets €55. More info here
Limerick’s favourite crooner Liam O’Brien returns to the Savoy Hotel at 8pm with the music of Frank Sinatra and Dean Martin. Tickets €55 including a three-course meal. More info here.
DJ Paul Fitz will be playing the tunes in 1314 (Jerry Flannery’s) from 9pm.
Eddie Simmons is in Bobby Byrne’s from 9pm
It’s the Saturday Sessions with DJ Arsenik in Mickey Martins from 9.30pm. More info here
Drunk Elephant are in the Blue Bar (Green Yard Cafe) from 9.30pm
Paddy Q and Band are in Whelans Bar, Newcastle West from 9.30pm
RIØT Events presents Storm in Pharmacia at 10pm. Tickets from €10. More info here
WiredFM’s Big Silly Bash returns to Pharmacia’s Front Bar featuring Doubt (Glasgow), Midnight Request (Dublin) and Dewey (Limerick). Free entry
Nollaig is in the Glen Tavern at 10.30pm
Sunday 11th August
Run 061’s weekly Sunday Long Run starts at 9.30am at the UL Sports Arena. This is a 65-minute run Time on Legs Run. Open to runners of all levels. More info here
Junior Parkrun is a free, fun, and friendly weekly 2k event for juniors (4 to 14 year-olds) held every Sunday at 9:30am in Shelbourne Park, Shelbourne Road. It’s free to take part but you need to register online before your first session and bring along your barcode. More info here
Croissant Run Club Limerick, a fun social running group, meets at 9.45am at Arthurs Quay Park for a 3.5km run (followed by a Crossiant). More info here
Munster’s biggest Record, Cassette & CD Fair – Summer Edition will take place at the Milk Market at 10am. Come along for a great, fun and free day out browsing a mountain of classic & vintage LPs and singles as well as heaps of CDs! Find those essential tunes you’ve been looking for! Banter, bargain and enjoy the craic with traders from all over Ireland. Free entry and all are welcome. More info here
Yoga Flow takes place every Sunday in the Milk Market at 10.15am. No booking required, just bring a mat. €5 per person. All Levels Welcome
The Art4Limerick Pop-Up Gallery is open from 10.30am to 5.30pm. It’s located at 19 Nicholas St. More info here
Sunrise Social Limerick are organising a Coffee & Walk, meeting at Jack Mondays at 11am. Free event. All Welcome. More info here
Ireland’s Kicking King is a fun event kicking American footballs, taking place at the UL Sports Arena at 12pm. Open to ALL Ages 14 and up (male and female). Amazing prize up for grabs. Tickets €20. More info here
Katch are hosting a Singles Fun Walk Together in Castletroy, meeting at the Hurlers Bar car park at 1.45pm. Tickets €20. More info here
As part of the Mayoral August Activities, Festival in a Van is taking place in The Crescent, O’Connell Avenue at 12pm, 2pm and 4pm. The acts performing are Elikya, Matthew Noone, and Laura Duff. Each show lasts 90 minutes. More info here
Join Liam O’Brien in Off the Bone Gastropub from 2pm-4pm with some smooth crooning of soothing jazz to provide you with that perfect Sunday aftenoon.
The Big Limerick Seisiún with live music and dance takes place every evening in the Locke Bar at 5pm and 9pm
It’s NFL Preview Night with Neil Reynolds (Pro Football Ireland) in Cask from 8pm. Neil is synonymous with the NFL in the UK and Ireland and is known as the face of the NFL in the UK and Ireland. VIP Meet & Greet at 6.30pm with General Admission from 7.15pm. Tickets from €15. More info here
Ray Noonan is in Whelans Bar, Newcastle West from 7pm to 9pm