Limerick is lighting up the night with Twilight Thursday — a new monthly series dedicated to celebrating the city’s night-time economy. From live music and food pop-ups to late-night shopping and cultural happenings, there’s a wide range of events and promotional offers to fill your night.
What is Twilight Thursday?
Twilight Thursday is a new city-wide initiative spearheaded by Limerick’s Night Time Economy Office. Once a month, the city will come alive after hours with a curated programme of events, exclusive offers, and extended opening hours across shops, bars, galleries, and more.
When is Twilight Thursday?
Twilight Thursdays will take place on the last Thursday of every month:
- 26th June
- 31st July
- 28th August
- 25th September
- 30th October
- 27th November
- 18th December
June 26th Events
Family Friendly Events 👪
Three Bridges Walk
Kick off the evening with a family-friendly version of the Three Bridges Walk, with face painters, kids entertainers and lots of family-friendly activities. You can join the route at any stage from 6pm to 8pm and explore at your own pace. Kids entertainment located under the canopy at Howleys Quay (opposite House). More info here
Twilight Tales by the fireside
Experience a captivating traditional Irish storytelling session filled with legends, history, and folklore of the ancient city of Limerick—brought to life through story, song, and verse with David Collopy in the Captain’s Room at The Hunt Museum from 5.30pm. This cultural and educational performance promises to entertain the whole family, young and old alike, enchanting both visitors and locals with the rich heritage of our great city. Free event. Booking required. More info here
Kids Show at the Wickham Way
- 6pm – 6.30pm – Meet & Greet with Bluey
- 6.30pm – 7pm – Giggles Mini Disco
- 7pm – 7.30pm – Balloons For All
- 7.30pm – 8pm – Giggles Mini Disco
Twilight at the Hunt Museum
The Hunt Museum is extending its opening hours until 7pm, especially for Twilight Thursday. More info here
Retail & Business Events 🛍
Wine & Booktok Quiz @ O’Mahony’s
Calling all BookTok fans! Join the staff of O’Mahony’s for a lively quiz night with themed questions, prizes, and drinks. €10 entry includes a drink—book early to avoid disappointment.
Business in the City with Róisín Upton
Join Olympian Róisín Upton for a summer soirée of networking, peer learning, and a fireside chat on leadership and resilience at 5.30pm in the Yard @ 101. Brought to you by the Limerick Gift Card.
Twilight Thursday: A Taste of The Cornstore
Join Brown Thomas and Cornstore for an elegant evening of beauty and dining, beginning in Brown Thomas with bubbles and canapes followed by a beauty masterclass from planet beauty. Includes a €40 Brown Thomas voucher, goodie bag, two course meal at The Cornstore and a seasonal spritzer. €90p.p Booking essential.
Live Music & Entertainment 🎵
Trad Thursdays at Katie Daly’s
A double dose of traditional Irish music in the heart of the Medieval Quarter. Sessions 3.30pm to 6.30pm and 9pm til late.
Seisun at The Locke
Classic Irish and contemporary tunes at 5pm and 9pm, accompanied by live Irish dancers – this true taste of Ireland is not to be missed.
Tapas & Tunes at The Olive Tree
Enjoy tapas, fine wine, and live DJ sets at The Olive Tree from 6pm – 9pm. A social, vibrant evening.
Hennessy Wild Geese Cypher Hop Hop Trail
Featuring Murli, God Knows, Hazey Hayes, Strange Boy & Meadhbh Hayes
- 6.30pm – Mother Macs
- 7.30pm – Mickey Martins
- 8.30pm – The Commercial
Megatrad at The Glen Tavern
Enjoy the music of Templebar Trad Fest Winners Megatrad at 7.30pm. Wings and Beer special for only €16
Four Corners Comedy Club @ Katie Daly’s
New and established comedians trying out new material from 8pm. First timers or chancers are always welcome. Free entry
Human Jukebox Show
8pm in the People’s Museum. Actor and musician Mark P O’Connor performs songs across the decades with a theatrical twist – you pick the songs!
HippieGothFreaks at Pharmacia
Metal, Rock and Alternative music night. Live band from 8.30pm – 9.30pm with DJs from 10pm – 2am. Free Entry.
Comedy Café
An evening of laughter in Hook & Ladder Sarsfield Street from 8.30pm to 10pm
Turning the Tables @ Melody
Fancy working on your DJ skills? An Open DJ Session kicks off in Melody from 8.30pm
Monticelli at the Old Quarter
Monticelli play live at the Old Quarter from 9pm. First 50 people on the night will receive a complimentary Jameson & Ginger Ale with our special tapas menu being served until 10pm.
Latino Latino
An evening of Latin music and dance in Charlie Malones at 9pm. Come along and savour the carnival atmosphere.
Shannon Street Sessions at Flannery’s
Live music and free finger food for groups of 8 or more.
Summer Solstice with DJ Zwing at Molly’s Bar
Vibrant celebration of the longest day of the year featuring latin, reggaeton, pop dancing and some traditional solstice themes. Free entry.
Time Machine Back to the 90’s at Charlie Chaplin’s
Throw it back every Thursday night. Bringing back our best selling 90’s cocktails. Live DJ playing non stop 90’s.
Twilight Thursday Bingo @ Pery’s Bingo
Only €10 for over three hours of entertainment. More than 70 prizes to be won on the night.
Ambient Coffee with Downbeat Records & The Wickham Way
Live electronic music set from Paddy Mulcahy, accompanied by a talk on ambient and electronic recorded music, also accompanied by a Dj set. Coffee and small selection of beers will be available at the coffee hut.
Peist at Ormston House
Free performance by Péist, a group of musical artists based in Limerick. Taking their name from the Irish for ‘worm’, they use synthesizers, electro-acoustic instruments, and purpose-built software.
Culture & Community Events 🖌
Twilight Print & Zine @ LP
Join the LP team for a relaxing free printmaking & zine workshop from 7pm to 9.30pm. Experiment with different techniques & create your own mini print masterpiece! Book a spot & come on up! BYOB welcome.
Comhluadar Luimnigh
Comhluadar Luimnigh welcomes those with an interest in the Irish language and literature to join them from 7pm to 9pm at 18 Halla Íde Conradh na Gaeilge, Thomas Street for a special book launch.
Ciorcal Comhrá and Trad Session at Crew
Join Crew for an Irish language meetup at 8pm with the backdrop of a trad session. All levels of Irish welcomed and encouraged to call down, practice your spoken Irish and enjoy some great company.
Food Experiences 🍽
Top Your Own Thursday @ Sexton’s Bar
Make your own pizza. Family-friendly fun with a delicious twist. Drinks and board games included.
Beer & Board @ Treaty City
Treaty City is deconstructing their famous Toasties into charcuterie boards, along with craft beer tasters and a guided tasting session from their brewing team at 7pm. Followed by live DJ
Taste of Treaty
Enjoy a progressive dining experience with an amuse-bouche, starter, main, and dessert served in four unique venues—from beloved local restaurants to artisan food producers. This is your invitation to eat your way through Limerick’s vibrant culinary scene.
Eat The Street @ High Street
Enjoy exclusive discounts, delicious specials, and vibrant street vibes from your favourite spots from 6pm. Experience flavours of global cultural food diversity.
Twilight Evening at The Spitjack
Savour a two-course menu including a welcome cocktail for just €35 per person.
Bobby’s Twilight Thursday
Join us in Bobby Byrne’s and enjoy the rest of the bottle when you order two main courses and two glasses of the same wine.
Thursday Taco Night at Mickey Martins
Enjoy bold Hispanic flavours, beats, vibes and tasty tacos, great craic in Mickey Martins
Twilight Thursday at The Clayton Hotel
A free dessert with any main course. Just mention “Twilight Offering” when ordering to claim your treat.
Supper Club at Souths Pub
Pop into Souths for a specially crafted menu of refined but casual dining. Two courses for €23 or three courses for €28. Served until 7pm.
Tipsy Taco’s at House
Head down to House for a selection of Tacos with a Don Julio Margarita for just €20.
Twilight Thursday BBQ at Nancy Blakes
Barbecue in Nancy Blakes from 7pm to 9pm with proof of purchase.
Twilight Thursday with the Savoy Collection
Starters at Hamptons, Main Course at The 5* Savoy, desserts and live entertainment at Vincenzo’s Grill House. Staggered arrival window from Hamptons between 5.30pm and 7.30pm. €39.per person. Reservations recommended to guarantee your place, walk-ins welcome.
Drink Experiences 🍹
The Tequila Rooms by Coqbull
Experience the debut of The Tequila Rooms by Coqbull – Limerick’s bold new pop up serving tequila cocktails, vibrant pours, mexican bites and incredible tunes in a transformed space.
A Sailor walks into a bar…
A remarkable sailor’s Home Whiskey tasting in The Glen Tavern at 7.30pm
T&T Thursday at 101
Spice up your Thursday with two Petite Tequila cocktails and three Mini tortillas filled with beef, zesty salsa and and lime, bold flavours and perfect pairings all for €20.
Malfy Gin Appreciation Night at Forde’s Courtyard
Specially crafted Malfy Gin cocktails and bellinis, specially crafted for each dish
Pour your own Guinness at Timmy Martins
Pour your own Guinness in Timmy Martins from 7-9pm and receive an official certificate in the art of the pour.
Cocktail Thursday at Myles Breen’s
Enjoy a Negroni or Old Fashioned along with Myles Breen’s list of perfectly served drinks for just €10.
Twilight Thursday at Ma Hogans
Head along to Ma Hogans for a free Jameson & Ginger Ale, a marriage that reintroduced Jameson to a generation. Live music session also.
Sip & Savour at The Copper Room
Enjoy two glasses of wine paired with three locally produced Irish cheeses from 5pm to 10pm. Quote “sip & savour” when booking.
Make your own cocktail at The Red Hen
Shake things up with a fun and interactive Make Your Own Cocktail Night! €8 per cocktail.
The Parlour Pour Sessions @ Mother Macs
Explore Glenmorangie’s rich, smooth expressions at our exclusive whiskey tasting. Limited spots—booking essential.
Twilight Thursday at The White House
Live Music from Rob and two cocktails for €18, along with special custom cocktails only available on the night.
Spritz Special at Tom Collins’
Aperol Spritz for only €7.50 from 7pm to 9pm
Taxis & Parking
Bringing the car? There’s Free Parking in the Potato Market Car Park from 6pm.
Leaving the car at home? FreeNow and Uber are offering a 40% discount on taxi rides during Twilight Thursday.
Find out More:
Check out the Twilight Thursday page on Limerick.ie for more info