One week down, 51 to go. 2024 is flying by, isn’t it? Well if it isn’t there are plenty of options in this week’s Limerick Events Guide to keep you occupied. Our Pigtown Pick of the Week is the hilarious Jarlath Regan who makes a welcomed return to the Lime Tree Theatre after a sell-out show back in September. Meanwhile, Daoirí Farrell and Aoife Scott are in Dolans. And on top of all that, several of our favourite weekly events make a welcome return this week.
Limerick Events Guide – 8th-14th January
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Sleeping Beauty is in the University Concert Hall until January 14th. Sleeping Beauty will see well-known, writer, actor, comedian and television presenter, Bernard O’Shea make his Panto debut. Along with Panto favourite Richie Hayes as Muddles, legendary panto Dame Myles Breen as Nurse Noni, Ruth Berkley as Maleficent, John Sharpson as Seamus, Evan O’ Hanlon as Prince Peter and Esther Brady as Princess Beauty. Shows at 1pm, 2pm, 5.30pm, 6.30pm. Tickets from €25. More info here
Let’s go Shopping! A History of Retail in Limerick Exhibition will be on display in the Limerick Museum from until Thursday 25th January. A celebration of ‘getting the messages’, ‘only having a look’, ‘spending a few bob’ and ‘meeting at Todds’. Images Courtesy of Sean Curtin. Free admission. More info here
The Screendance exhibition is at the Limerick City Gallery of Art until the 28th of January, showcasing dance visual art and film in association with the Light Moves Festival. Curated by Morleigh Steinberg, ARCANE Space. More info here
Limerick City Gallery of Art is hosting a new exhibition, Nothing Strange or Startling by George Shaw, a Turner nominated artist, until the 28th of January. More info here
An Exhibition The Art of the Stitch – The Legacy of Maude Kearney is now on display at Limerick Museum and will be on display until Wednesday 31st January. Free admission. More info here
Get Well Soon (prologue) is a group exhibition in Ormston House (until Feb 3rd) drawing a connection between human and planetary exhaustion. Curated by Lucy Lopez. More info here
The Nights Candles Are Burnt Out: Climate, Culture, Change & Community Exhibition will be on display in The Hunt Museum until Thursday 29th February 2024. The exhibition is co-created by companies involved in alternative energy supply and technology, local communities and contemporary artists interpreting the science and facts, translating the fears and aspirations. More info here
Due to popular demand, Seeing without Sight returns for a second run in the Hunt Museum (until 29th February). Seeing without Sight is a multi-sensory exhibition which enables visitors to experience a selection of Hunt Museum objects through tactile displays and audio descriptions. It has been delivered through an inclusive co-creation process with persons with visual impairment and confirms the museum’s commitment to expanding access and inclusion for persons with disability. This is a FREE exhibition. More info here.
The exhibition Ireland Wildlife and Nature by Dominic McNamara is in the Hunt Museum Cafe (until 29th February). This is a FREE exhibition. More info here
As part of the first-fortnight festival, visual artists Helen Delany and Brenda Aherne of Electronic Sheep bring their to the Notifications Off Exhibition to the Hunt Museum from the 5th-10th of January. Notifications Off aims to open up a conversation around mental health awareness. The knitted Tapestry focuses on the positive and depicts places, people and objects that bring happiness, particularly in times of sadness. It also portrays activities that improve mental health and day-to-day life. This is a free exhibition. More info here
Monday 8th January
Limerick Sports Partnership are running Swimming Lessons for Over 55s (Deep Water) in Bawnmore Swimming Pool at 1pm for 4 weeks (until 29th Jan). 40-minute session led by a certified instructor. The Cost is €24 for a 4-week programme. More info here
UL Sport are running a Couch to 5k/10km/Half Marathon programme over 7 weeks from the 8th January to the 21st Feb. Suitable for all levels. Email Derek to Book
Run 061’s weekly Girls Night Run starts at 7pm. There are 3km, 4.5km and 6km routes. Open to runners of all levels. More info here
UL Sport are running a Yoga For Sports programme over 6 weeks at 8.15pm from the 8th January to the 19th Feb. Suitable for all levels. Email Derek to Book
Tuesday 9th January
Run 061’s weekly 3Ks & Latties Run starts at 7.30am at Oahu. Open to runners of all levels. More info here
Limerick Sports Partnership’s weekly ActiveCities Walking Group is doing the UL Campus walk. Meeting at the Pavilion (UL North Campus) at 11am. More info here
Limerick Sports Partnership are running Beginners Swimming Lessons for Over 55s (Shallow Water) in the UL Sports Arena at 2pm for 5 weeks (until 6th Feb). 40-minute session led by a certified instructor. The Cost is €30 for a 5-week programme. More info here
There’s a Contemporary Dance Class for Adults starting in Dance Limerick from 6pm to 7.15 pm and running for 7 weeks. These are suitable for both beginners and those with experience in Contemporary Dance. The goal is to help develop your creativity and technique. Through a series of energetic and challenging sequences and varied exercises, you will gain the skills and confidence to dance with ease. Classes run the following dates: 9th, 16th, 23rd, 30th January and 13th, 20th, 27th February. The course costs €84 for 7 weeks. More info here
The Tintéan Sessions take place in the Commercial Bar from 8:30pm til late. Free Entry
The Art Collective Club are running Art Classes in the People’s Museum from 7pm to 8.30pm. Email [email protected] for more details.
Wednesday 10th January
There’s a Ballet Class for Adults starting in Dance Limerick from 6pm to 7.15 pm for Beginners and 7.30pm to 8.45pm for Improvers. Running for 7 weeks. Ballet supports fitness, good posture, balance, flexibility, coordination, spatial awareness and rhythm. This class will invite you to try new things in a non-judgmental and safe environment. Classes run the following dates: 10th, 17th, 24th, 31st January and 14th, 21st, 28th February. The course costs €84 for 7 weeks. More info here
Limerick’s Hurling Team are away to Clare in the Munster Senior Hurling League in Sixmilebridge at 7pm
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
Candlelight Concerts presents Vivaldi’s Four Seasons in St Mary’s Cathedral at 7pm and 9pm. Tickets from €26. More info here
It’s Wine Time Wednesday in Treaty City Brewery. Locally prepared cheese boards along with a nice bottle of fine. Perfect for date night or catch-up chats on a cosy couch. More info here
It’s Salsa Wednesday in the Record Room from 7.30pm until late. €10 per class. Followed by a latin social party.
Limerick Sports Partnership are running Swimming Lessons for Over 55s (Deep Water) in Bawnmore Swimming Pool at 8pm for 5 weeks (until 7th Feb). 40-minute session let by a certified instructor. The Cost is €30 for 5-week programme. More info here
Thursday 11th January
The Wickham Way Food Court will be open through the day (exact opening hours vary for each food truck)
Killmallock Library is hosting a Weekly Craft Morning at 11am for those who enjoy crafts, needlework, knitting, crocheting and making art at home. All welcome. Bring your craft, share your skills and meet like-minded people over crafting, coffee and a chat
Limerick Sports Partnership are running Beginners Swimming Lessons for Over 55s (Shallow Water) in the UL Sports Arena at 2pm for 5 weeks (until 6th Feb). 40-minute session led by a certified instructor. The Cost is €30 for a 5-week programme. More info here
There is an Over 50s Dance Class in Dance Limerick from 2pm to 3.15pm. Dance Limerick’s Over 50s Dance Classes are a fantastic way to maintain well-being and keep active. Learn new moves and enjoy a social dance, the emphasis is on having fun! Classes run the following dates: 11th, 18th, 25th,, 1st, 15th, 22nd, 29th February. Drop-in rate €6. More info here
As part of the First Fortnight Festival, Scales and Scéals is a family-friendly afternoon of story and music in the Limerick City Art Gallery at 3pm. Come and listen to The Sing Out with Strings Sinfonia, featuring young musicians from the Irish Chamber Orchestra’s schools programmes with entertaining tales and stories courtesy of Narrative 4. Open event for all children/young people and their families. This is a free event. More info here
Limerick Swing Dance are running a Charleston dance course over 6 weeks in the Record Room from 6:30pm to 8pm. Staring on Thursday, 11th January and running every Thursday for 6 weeks. Costs €5 per session or €25 for the full course (to pay in advance before 11th January or on the first day). More info here
Sunrise Social Limerick are going Bowling in Arena 5 at 7pm. 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
The Treaty Whiskey Society is running a tasting session in the Locke Bar at 7.30pm showcasing Skellig Six 18 Distillery. The event is being held in aid of Clare’s Wish Foundation. Tickets from €20. More info here
Treaty City Brewery are hosting Feoil agus Ól at 7.30pm. This magical feast is held in the brewery with a charcuterie of local meats and cheeses from award-winning executive chef Keith Piggott. Prepare for a savage night of flavours this January. Tickets cost €50. More info here
Daoirí Farrell will play Upstairs in Dolans at 8pm. Tickets €18. More info here
It’s Trad Thursday in Katie Daly’s at 9.30pm.
Friday 12th January
The Wickham Way Food Court will be open through the day (exact opening hours vary for each food truck)
Castletroy Farmers Market is open 10am – 2ish at the Castletroy Town Centre. Fresh baked goods, artisan coffee, vege, fish, hot food, cookies, plants, and much more
The Milk Market is open from 11am to 3pm.
As part of the First Fortnight Festival, visual artists Helen Delany and Brenda Aherne (AKA Electronic Sheep) created the knitted tapestry Notifications Off which is on display in the Hunt Museum. They will be running a special Free Workshop at 11am that will allow attendees to delve into their own creativity. It will explore the themes and stories of art and music detailed on the tapestry and you will be invited and facilitated to share your creativity through image making, text, textiles and collage. The workshop will be informal, relaxed and fun. Materials will be provided. No prior art experience is required and all are welcome. Booking is essential. More info here
The 5Rhythms Monthly Dance Class takes place in Dance Limerick at 7pm. Tickets €20pp. Pre-booking essential. More info here
Aoife Scott plays Upstairs in Dolans at 8pm. Tickets €20 More info here
Limerick’s favourite crooner Liam O’Brian 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.
Bad Reputation presents Whiplash (a Tribute To Metallica) in Dolan’s Warehouse at 9pm. This is a rescheduled gig from December. Tickets from €15. More info here
Saturday 13th January
The Wickham Way Food Court will be open through the day (exact opening hours vary for each food truck)
The Milk Market is open from 8am to 3pm.
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.
Selfbuild Extend & Renovate Live takes place in the UL Arena on Saturday & Sunday from 10am to 6pm. More info here
Limerick Sports Partnership is running Cool Movers in the Factory Southside Youth Space at 10am-11am for 5-8 year-olds and 11am-12pm for 9-12 year olds. Their inclusive Cool Movers programme introduces children to FUNdamental skills through fun games and activities over a 5-week period (until the 10th Feb). The Cost is €10 for a 5-week programme. More info here
Dance Limerick’s Saturday Dance Clubs for Kids are a fantastic way for our young dancers to keep exploring their creativity, express themselves, make new friends and learn new moves and routines. 10am-10.45am and 11am-11.45am for tots aged 2-4, 12pm-12.45pm for kids aged 5-8 and 1-2 pm for kids aged 9-14. Classes run the following dates: 13th, 20th, 27th January and 3rd, 17th, 24th February. The course costs €54 for 6 weeks. More info here
The ArtLimerick Pop-Up Gallery is open from 10.30am to 5.30pm. It’s located at 19 Nicholas St. More info here
It’s Crafty Saturday in the Watch House Library from 11am to 4pm. This a free drop-in event. This is a self-guided activity so children must be accompanied and assisted by a grown up.
AIL rugby continues this weekend including a local derby in Division 2A. All games 2.30pm unless otherwise stated
- D1A: Cork Constitution vs Young Munster (Temple Hill, Cork)
- D1A: Shannon vs Clontarf (Thomond Park)
- D1B: UCC vs Garryowen (The Mardyke, Cork)
- D2A: Old Crescent vs UL Bohemians (Takumi Park)
- D2C: Midleton vs Bruff (Towns Park, Cork)
As part of the First Fortnight Festival, the No Show exhibition is in Limerick City Builds (Upper Clare Street) at 3pm. This exhibition will feature an impressive array of creative endeavours by the talented learners from Limerick City Build. This showcase will encompass a diverse collection of media crafted during the creative journey behind the NO Show project, offering a captivating display of works, research edits, and innovative concepts. Free entry. More info here
Treaty United play Galway United in a pre-season friendly at 3pm in the Markets Field.
Munster Rugby play RC Toulon in the Stade Feix Mayol, France in the Investec Champions Cup at 3.15pm. Live coverage on TNT Sports (formerly BT Sports)
As part of the First Fortnight Festival, there is a Guided Street Art Walking Trail leaving Honan’s Quay at 6pm. The trail features 17 captivating pieces that form an eclectic and engaging urban art collection across Limerick City. In collaboration with urban artists Draw Out, the Limerick Street Art cultural trail highlights Limerick’s finest Street Art by nationally and internationally acclaimed artists. This is a free event. More info here
Cornelius Patrick O’Sullivan brings his stand-up comedy show, A Bird in the Hand, to Dolans Kasbah at 7.30pm. Tickets €15. More info here
PIGTOWN PICK OF THE WEEK Jarlath Regan will perform in the Lime Tree Theatre at 8pm. After a recent sell-out show and due to popular demand, Jarlath returns to Limerick with his epic standup show following millions of downloads and views on Youtube, TikTok and Instagram. Tickets €28. More info here
SOLD OUT The Absolute Eagles, Europe’s premier tribute to American rock band, The Eagles, will play in Dolans Warehouse at 8pm. Playing all their hits from 1972 right up to the modern-day classics. More info here
Limerick’s favourite crooner Liam O’Brian 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.
The Dolans After Party takes place on the terrace at 10.30pm
Sunday 14th January
Run 061’s weekly Sunday Long Run starts at 9.30am at the UL Sports Arena. This 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
The Wickham Way Food Court will be open through the day (exact opening hours vary for each food truck)
Selfbuild Extend & Renovate Live takes place in the UL Arena on Saturday & Sunday from 10am to 6pm. More info here
Sunday Yoga Flow takes place every Sunday in the Milk Market at 10am. No booking required, just bring a mat. €5 per person. All Levels Welcome
The ArtLimerick Pop-Up Gallery is open from 10.30am to 5.30pm. It’s located at 19 Nicholas St. More info here
To celebrate 20 years of Limerick’s Life, a Walk and Talk with Sharon Slater will be held starting at 11am at Merchant’s Quay. Open to all, free to attend. Weather dependent. More info here
The Milk Market is open from 11am to 4pm.
It’s Bring Your Own Vinyl Sunday at Treaty City Brewery. Sign up online to book a spot or rock up with your records. More info here
The annual Tom Walsh 10k Race and 5 Mile Walk takes place in Caherconlish at 12:30pm. The entry fee is €25 (& fees) and this includes a dry fit top for the first 250 to enter. 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 afternoon.
Limerick’s Football Team are away to Tipperary in the Munster Mc Grath Cup Senior Football in Templetuohy at 2pm
The Bohemian Vibes Open Mic night kicks off at the Wickham from 7pm.
The Counterfeits play the Sunday Sessions in the Record Room from 8pm till late. Free entry.
The Lizberries (Tribute to the Cranberries) play Dolans Warehouse at 8pm. Tickets €18. More info here
That’s all for this week’s Limerick Events Guide. So, what you’re looking forward to?
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