Tom Smith, frontman of Editors, will play a special solo show at Whelan’s, Dublin on Tuesday 5 May 2026. The show forms part of Smith’s newly announced UK & Ireland tour, following the release of his debut solo album There Is Nothing In The Dark That Isn’t There In The...
Joanna Mattrey From New York to Paris to the wild coastline of the West of Ireland: “Bones, Rocks and Jackhammers,” is a concert reflecting on place, nature and the environment. Featuring music by Finola Merivale and Catherine Sikora, this event is a celebration of the launch of Abhaile, – an album of three...
A unique Dublin fashion event showcasing leading Irish designers. Join us for an unforgettable evening of Irish fashion, culture, and creativity at EPIC The Irish Emigration Museum; one of Dublin’s most unique cultural venues. On Wednesday, 6th May 2026, this exclusive after-hours event brings together some of Ireland’s most exciting...
Balu Brigada craft multi-dimensional alternative pop layered with levels of lush live instrumentation, cinematic production, and festival-ready hooks. Henry and Pierre Beasely—the Auckland, NZ-born duo of brothers, co-vocalists, co-writers, and co-producers Balu Brigada—effectively step through a sonic doorway with their music. Since high school, they independently honed their chops for years until landing a...
Super Furry Animals return to re-open the door into their world of ageless, multicolour melody and offbeat phantasia, surprising fans by announcing Six Supacabra Britain & Ireland Tour Dates opening at Dublin’s 3Olympia Theatre on Wednesday 6th May 2026. Leaping into their enduring, endorphin-stirring nine-album songbook, with a singular mission...
Scottish twins Rachael and Paul Swinton sounded like few around them when they released their 2019 self-titled debut. Their appeal lived in tense guitar parts and Rachael’s signature close vocal. In the time since, they have worked to perfect that sound. The 2023 follow-up Secret Measure expanded it in every...
Guides from the James Joyce Centre take you through Dublin, exploring the history of the city and the various locations described by Ireland's greatest writer, James Joyce. Though Joyce lived most of his life outside of Ireland, Dublin would provide the backdrop for virtually all of his work. On a...
Christos Papadopoulos returns to DDF with his latest creation, My Fierce Ignorant Step, which connects a vibrant soundscape with intricate movement to illuminate the sheer euphoria of being alive. Ten dancers listen, breathe and move as one. Memories, voices and rhythms accumulate, pulse and swell until the movement itself begins to feel...
In the 4 years since joining forces, fast-rising, genre-defying alt/hip-hop phenoms Joey Valence & Brae have cemented themselves as a must-see live act and bonafide recording artists with viral one-off singles and full-length projects like their recently released third studio album HYPERYOUTH. Joey Valence & Brae have announced they’ll bring their HYPERMOUTH tour...
Maneva announces its new tour in celebration of two decades of career. Titled “Maneva 20 Years – Origins,” the series of shows embraces their journey and creates emotional encounters with fans all across Brazil and Europe. “The feeling of reaching this milestone as a band is one of freedom. I...
Following the release of their acclaimed album ‘Tuesday Paper Club’ last year, Scottish folk-punk group Brògeal will make their highly anticipated return to Dublin with a headline show at The Academy on Thursday, 7th May 2026. Tickets from €24.00 (inc booking fee & venue facility fee) from Ticketmaster.ie. Bookings subject to 12.5% service charge per ticket (max €10.50)...