Ireland · IRISH MUSIC & TRAD NIGHTS
A session runs on its own clock and no set list. These 10 nights out get you a seat in the right room, with what is included, how many pubs each covers and the ones that stay long enough to hear a set finish.
Dublin Georgian townhouse house party with a 3-course Irish dinner and a live music and dance show. Dinner optional, show runs after.
“Wonderful evening! Music was great - Lea, the Irish dancer was really something to watch - such leaps! Really fun evening - and dinner was very tasty! So glad we went to this. Highly recommend!”
Irish dance party in Dublin at Merchants Arch Bar, with reserved tables, live Irish music, and hands-on group dance lessons.
“This was so much fun. I was a bit hesitant as a solo traveler to do this one, but I’m so glad I did! I actually had one of the best seats in the house, learned some dance moves and made some new friends. It’s really a fun experience and I highly recommend it to everyone! The dancers are phenomenal and we had a great singer as well. Just a fantastic day connecting with my Irish roots.”
18th-century Dublin townhouse show with live Irish music, step dancing, and optional 3-course dinner. Small, story-led, great value.
“The music was fun and uplifting. The musicians got the audience involved. We enjoyed the dancer. we did the dinner prior to the show and enjoyed the Irish stew.”
Irish music, dance show, and a step lesson in a Temple Bar pub near Ha'penny Bridge, about 2 hours for $28.
“So fun!! Steve (pretty sure that was his name) was hilarious and so good with the crowd. The dancing was fun. Overall it was such a fun experience.”
Galway’s Trad on the Prom brings world-class Irish music, song, and dance to an intimate Salthill theatre, with performer meet-and-greet after.
“Exceptional! A perfect blend of both modern and traditional Irish dance, song and music. A highlight!”
Trad on the Prom in Galway is 2 hours of Irish music, song, and world-class dance, featuring fiddler Máirín Fahy and great seats.
“Definitely go to this show if you are visiting Ireland. It’s a wonderful presentation of Irish music, singing and dancing. The musicians were outstanding, as were the dancers. We had great seats in the first elevation. There is a short intermission and the show goes for 2 hours. You can take photos and videos and have your photo taken with the dancers afterwards, if you wish. Highly recommend. Loved it all.”
Walk Dublin with a live Irish musician, from Temple Bar to cathedrals, with traditional songs and stories tied to each landmark.
“Ciaran was so engaging in all the stories; we even got the grouch of the group engaged to sing and dance at the end. The tour must be common enough in Dublin as any passersby did not make any strange looks, they simply walked arounRead more”
Follow a Dublin musician for a 2-hour walking tour of Irish street songs and folk ballads, with sing-alongs and live performance.
“This tour was so fun and informative! My family and I enjoyed spending time in several lovely locations in Dublin. We learned history through song and story, including some songs in Irish. Sean even left us to enjoy a lively session at the end and gave us a list of recommendations for more places in Dublin to check out!”
Learn 3 Irish dance styles at Claddagh Hall in Galway. Former Riverdance-style instruction, social steps, 90 minutes, mobile ticket.
“It was a lovely time! We learned three different styles of Irish Dance and were given plenty of opportunity to practice our new moves”
Learn Irish dance in Galway’s Claddagh Hall, taught by Riverdance pros. 90 minutes of sean-nos, ceilí, and group fun for $34.
“A truly extraordinary experience, thanks to our teacher. I highly recommend taking this opportunity to discover new things, share new experiences, and share smiles.”
Every kind of Irish day out, and the best of each.
