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Jameson St Patrick's Day Celebration
Ispíní na hÉireann at Jameson Bow St this St Patrick’s Weekend!!
Join Dublin’s favourite trad-rock rabble on Sunday, March 15th as they bring their high-energy mix of traditional Irish music, punk spirit, and pure session chaos back to the historic Jameson Distillery Bow St.
Expect blistering tunes, roaring choruses, and the kind of craic that only happens when fiddles, banjos, and whiskey meet. Whether you're a die-hard trad head or just looking for the best way to celebrate the weekend of St Patrick’s Festival, this is one not to miss.
Sláinte, songs, and a few sausages along the way. 🌭🎻🥃
Free
The Great Friday Lock-In
The Great Friday Lock-In
Trad Folking Rocks at The Sugar Club
In remembrance of the 90+ years when music, dancing, and gathering in public houses were outlawed, Trad Folking Rocks and The Sugar Club present “The Great Friday Lock-In.”
(Not an actual lock-in — we finish at 2:30am. Apologies.)
Come celebrate the music our ancestors couldn’t.
The stage will be packed with friends and musical mischief all night long.
Friends of The Relics open the evening — a Dublin outfit that gleefully blurs the lines between punk, funk, folk, reggae and more. With more styles than a hairdresser’s handbag, their sets are high-energy, unpredictable, and guaranteed to get you moving. A night with the Relics is one that lingers long in the temporal lobe.
Next up are Ispíní na hÉireann, a revolutionary trad-fusion collective from Dublin fronted by Tomás Mulligan, Paahto Cummins, and Declan Gillen. Rooted in Irish traditional music yet fearlessly inventive, the band brings together some of Ireland’s most exciting contemporary musicians for a raucous, joyful and utterly unique musical experience.
Late into the night comes Astray, led by Salim Dastan (Mr Upfull). Expect a rich sonic blend of dub, traditional Irish motifs, and jazz improvisation, featuring the seasoned talents of Bob Batty (alto sax, clarinet, flute & whistles), Gerard Fitzsimons (tenor sax & flute), Dereck Copley (banjo) and Aminah Dastan (vocals). Their sound fuses deep bass rhythms with folk magic and jazz sensibilities — a fresh future sound born from tradition.
In the beer garden, Rub-a-Dub Hi-Fi will keep the vibrations rolling with their heavyweight Dublin sound system. Since 2014 they’ve been championing everything from the roots of reggae and rocksteady to future-facing “Year 3000 Dub.”Recently back from rocking crowds in Goa and Bangkok, they bring full conscious energy and sonic sunshine to close out the night in high-fi fashion.
Doors: 8pm
Tickets: €20 here
The Cobblestone Takeover of Jim of the Mills
The Cobblestone Takeover
of Jim O’ the Mills!!!!
Join us for a night of music, song and proper Dublin craic as The Len Collective and Ispíní na hÉireann bring their energy to Tipperary.
The Len Collective are a group of traditional Irish musicians from Dublin who officially formed in 2022, though they’ve been playing together since childhood. Regulars in sessions at The Cobblestone, they’ve quickly built a reputation on festival stages including All Together Now, Electric Picnic, Otherside Festival, and IMMA’s Music in the Courtyard.
Ispíní na hÉireann are a revolutionary trad-fusion collective from Dublin led by Tomás Mulligan, Paahto Cummins, and Declan Gillen. Blending traditional Irish music with original compositions and bold reinterpretations of classic tunes, their electrifying live shows combine technical mastery, humour, and storytelling. With their second album Poxtail Soup on the way, the band continue to redefine contemporary Irish trad.
Doors: 8pm
Tickets: €20 here
100 Club LONDON!!
Ispíní comes to the 100 Club in London for the May Bank Holiday
This May Bank Holiday weekend, Ispíní na hÉireann return to London for a special headline show at the legendary 100 Club.
One of Soho’s most iconic music venues, the 100 Club has hosted generations of musical rebels — from jazz pioneers to punk legends. For one night, it will echo with the sound of roaring fiddles, driving banjos and the unruly spirit of contemporary Irish trad.
Join us for a night of tunes, songs and controlled chaos as the Ispíní bring their high-energy live show to London.
London friends, diaspora, and travelling miscreants — we’ll see you in Soho.
Doors: 7:30pm
Tickets: £12 here
The Michael Dwyer Festival 2026
Michael Dwyer Festival – Saturday Night
Ispíní na hÉireann are delighted to be performing on the Saturday night of the prestigious Michael Dwyer Festival in Allihies on the Beara Peninsula, West Cork.
Set against the wild Atlantic backdrop of one of Ireland’s most beautiful coastal landscapes, the festival brings together musicians and audiences for a weekend celebrating Irish music, culture and community. We’re honoured to be part of the programme and to join a fantastic lineup for what promises to be a brilliant weekend in Beara.
Join us on Saturday night in Allihies for tunes, songs and festival mischief as the Ispíní roll into West Cork. 🎻
Ispíní at the Gleneagle Club
Ispíní na hÉireann return to Kerry for the first time since their unforgettable set at Other Voices 2022, and this time they’re bringing the full force of their Poxtail Soup album release tour to the Gleneagle Club in Killarney.
Expect a night of high-energy trad-rock chaos, sharp social commentary, and music that moves between hilarity and heartbreak. Led by frontman Tomás Mulligan and backed by a rotating cast of some of Ireland’s finest trad and folk musicians, Ispíní na hÉireann have earned a reputation for turning every gig into a party—and every party into something slightly unhinged.
This is their Kerry debut show in a full live venue setting, and it's set to be one of the wildest nights on the tour. Come for the sausages, stay for the soul.
Doors 7:30pm
Tickets €29.95 here
the Commerical
Ispíní na hÉireann bring the Poxtail Soup tour to The Commercial, Limerick on November 28th.
Expect a riotous night of trad, stories, and songs both old and brand-new — served up with the band’s signature wit and wild energy.
TWO fantastic openers too…
Doors 8:30pm
Tickets €20 here
Spin Dizzy Meet & Greet + Album Signing
The lads pop into Spin Dizzy Records on Wednesday, November 26th for a special in-store to celebrate the release of their new album Poxtail Soup. Expect tunes, tall tales, and a bit of mischief as they play a short live set, sign albums, and meet fans.
Space is limited — priority entry for those who purchase or pre-order the album or bundle from Spin Dizzy.
Doors 4:45pm
Performance 5:15pm
Signing 5:45pm
Order here.
DeBarra’s
The lads roll into DeBarra’s, Clonakilty on November 22nd as part of their nationwide tour celebrating the release of their new album Poxtail Soup.
A special night in one of Ireland’s most storied folk venues — expect the full Ispíní mix of trad roots, sharp humour, and raucous energy.
Doors 9:00pm
Show 9:30pm
Tickets €20 here
Album Release Show at the Bank Lane Waterford
Join us on November 21st for a very special night as Ispíní na hÉireann bring their brand-new album Poxtail Soup to Waterford
Expect a raucous mix of trad, wit, and raw energy in the intimate setting of Bank Lane. This is more than a gig – it’s a celebration.
Doors 8:00pm
Tickets €20 here
Ispíní at Ballintubert House
Ispíní na hÉireann is coming to Laois!
Get ready for a truly special night at the stunning Ballintubbert Gardens and House — a magical setting for what promises to be one of the most memorable shows of the year.
This isn't just another gig. Expect a night of wild charm and poetic mayhem, as the lads blend raucous energy with deep-rooted Irish tradition, bold new material from their upcoming album, and plenty of old favourites.
With their signature mix of wit, heart, and social commentary, Ispíní na hÉireann's live shows are nothing short of legendary — and this one will be something else entirely.
Doors 7:00pm
Tickets €18 here (limited number available!)
Mo Chara’s
The Poxtail Soup tour kicks off at Mo Chara’s, Dundalk on November 14th
Join Ispíní na hÉireann for the first taste of their brand-new album — a night of big tunes, sharp humour, and the trademark chaos that follows them everywhere they go.
Doors 8:00pm
Show 8:30pm
Tickets €20 here
LONDON – Gibney’s of London
LONDON – Gibney’s of London
London! You ready for round two?
We’re back in the Big Smoke for a Friday night stomp through trad, chaos, and cheeky ballads at the brilliant Gibney’s. It's the Poxtail Soup tour and we’re bringing fresh songs, old favourites, and our usual dose of questionable stage banter.
Our last London gig was rammed and ridiculous — so get down early, grab a pint, and prepare for a sweaty, sausage-fuelled session. You don’t want to miss this one.
🕗 Doors 8pm
🎟️ Tickets here!
GLASGOW – McChuills Music Bar & Venue
GLASGOW – McChuills Music Bar & Venue
Glasgow, we're coming for you!
Ispíní na hÉireann lands at McChuills for a Friday night trad-fuelled frenzy that’s guaranteed to shake the walls. Expect blistering original tunes, reckless amounts of craic, and a live show that’ll leave your head spinning and your feet dancing.
Whether you’ve seen us before or you’ve no idea what you’re getting into, this one's going to be wild. Bring your mates, your mam, your neighbour’s dog (just kidding…might be a little much for them) — this is going to be one of those nights you’ll be talking about 'til Christmas.
🕗 Doors 8pm
🎟️ Ticket here!
IMMA Earth Rising Concert
Earth Rising is a festival that brings people together through art and ideas to help us feel more connected, make sense of a chaotic world, and imagine better ways to live, together.
Gorgeous FREE concert at IMMA
Ispíní at Croí at Electric Picnic
Ispíní na hÉireann take to the Croí Stage with their signature whirlwind of trad, rock, and razor-sharp wit. Expect a set bursting with bold originals, inventive spins on old favourites, and enough energy to have the whole crowd moving.
Known for their unpredictable twists and joyous chaos, the lads will be making the Croí Stage their playground for the night—turning songs into stories, tunes into dances, and audiences into partners in mischief. Whether you’re front and centre or listening from the bar, you’ll feel the pull of their unrelenting rhythm and irresistible craic.
Ispíní at Spike Island at Electric Picnic
Ispíní na hÉireann bring their high-octane blend of trad, rock, and razor-sharp wit to the Spike Island Stage, delivering blistering tunes, rowdy banter, and the kind of infectious energy that turns a gig into a full-blown party. Their set promises bold originals, inventive takes on classics, and plenty of laughs along the way.
But the fun won’t stop there—these lads will be hanging around the Spike Island Stage all weekend, jumping into sessions, trading tunes with friends, and fuelling spontaneous late-night madness. If you’re looking for the heart of the festival’s craic, you’ll find it here, pint in hand, surrounded by the sound of strings, pipes, and unfiltered joy. Follow the Spike Island Instagram for all the craic.
Seisiún Mór Traidisiúnta at the Dublin International Literature Festival
District and International Literature Festival Dublin are joining forces for an evening of contemporary Trad with some of Ireland’s finest and most talented players.
This will be a full-blown takeover of the Speranza Tent at Merrion Square Park, led by two of the most exciting Irish acts pushing the trad renaissance forward right now.
Neo-trad has gone from niche to the next big thing, and this Seisiún Mór Traidisiúnta taps directly into that energy. On the bill for this night will be is SexyTadhg and Ispíní na hÉireann who are guaranteed to get your feet tapping and your heart soaring. As trad meets the future, this joyful celebration of Ireland’s fastest-growing genre promises communal magic under the marquee.
Tickets €12/10 here (€20 at the door)
3Olympia Headline Show
The Show of the year. Ispíní na hÉireann at the 3Olympia on May 1st 2025.
All Shucked Up Session
Special Ispíní Session at the All Shucked Up Festival in Howth.
What goes better with Guinness & Oysters than an Ispíní na hÉireann live session. Join the fun at O’Connells Pub. You wouldn’t want to miss this.
Party for Palestine
Party for Palestine Fundraiser
Ispíní na hÉireann with guests Blue Niall, Talha Wise Wolf, Tuqa, Madra Salach, JWY, & JR Spesh
The Workman’s Main Room
Doors 7:30pm // Gig 8:00pm
Tickets €20 here
ALL proceeds go to Gaza Go Bragh
NYF Dublin
Dublin New Year’s Festival: ECHOES OF IRELAND
Location: DUBLIN CASTLE
Time: 4PM - 9PM
Admission: free
WITH PERFORMANCES FROM:
CORMAC BEGLEY WITH THE WEST KERRY DANCERS & STEPHANIE KEANE
ISPÍNÍ NA HÉIREANN
NIAMH REGAN
RÓISIN O
STOMPTOWN BRASS BAND
a Holiday Homecoming
Ispíní na hÉireann presents a Holiday Homecoming
See Ispíní na hÉireann in a special and intimate show at the place where it all began…the Cobblestone Pub. This will be a celebration of where they’ve been and where they’re going.
Doors at 8pm
Tickets €25 🎄 SOLD OUT 🎄
Trad In The Lough with Ispíní na hÉireann & Coscán
Trad In The Lough
Come join us for a lively night of traditional Irish music including fusions of folk to punk at Ryans of Gormanlough, County Meath. Get ready to tap your feet and clap your hands as talented musicians fill the air with the sounds of fiddles, tin whistles, and bodhráns.
Whether you're a seasoned trad enthusiast or just looking for a fun night out, this event is sure to entertain. So grab your friends, grab a Guinness, and let's "Trad In The 'Lough" together!
Location: Ryans of Gormanlough
Doors: 8:00pm
Tickets: €20 here
WITH PERFORMANCES FROM:
ISPÍNÍ NA HÉIREANN
COSCÁN
‘A Compendium of Irish Pints’ Book Launch Party
A Celebration of Irish Pints comes to the Guinness Open Gate Brewery @opengatebrewery
Author @alidunworth and illustrator @hephee will be bringing a taste of their book “A Compendium of Irish Pints” to the Guinness Open Gate Brewery on Wednesday 16th October.
Come celebrate the culture, customs and craic of the iconic Irish Pint with us through chats over a creamy pint, perfect food pairings and some proper ceol from @ispini_na_heireann
Tickets here €20
What's it all about?
The Guinness Open Gate Brewery, the home of innovation and experimentation at Guinness, announces "A Celebration of Irish Pints," an immersive event curated by Ali Dunworth and artist Hephee exploring their book A Compendium of Irish Pints and the culture, customs, and craic surrounding the iconic Irish pint.
Hosted on the 16th October at 6pm, the event will feature a conversation with Ali Dunworth, author of "A Compendium of Irish Pints," and Stephen Heffernan (Hephee), the artist behind the book's captivating artwork. The two will be joined by Guinness Archives Manager, Eibhlin Colgan, who was integral in the research and development for the book, and will be hosted by Aoife Carrigy.
Attendees will also enjoy a curated pint and food menu on the night of the exclusive event, and will take home a one of a kind Hephee print on the evening, with special musical guest, Ispíní na hÉireann.
Your Ticket Includes:
An Exclusive Hephee Print: An exclusive print designed by Hephee to mark the occasion.
Curated Pint and Food Menu: Savour a creamy pint of Guinness or Guinness 0.0 and food pairings selected by Ali and Hephee.
Panel Discussion: Dive into the fascinating world of Irish pints with Ali, Hephee, and Eibhlin, hosted by food and drinks writer Aoife Carrigy.
Live Irish Music: Live performance from by Irish punk-trad band Ispíní na hÉireann.
Hephee's Space: Admire Hephee's unique artwork displayed within the Guinness Open Gate Brewery.
Ticket sales for this event will be donated to charity.
Trad & SKA Weekend at the Harbor Bar
Ispíní na hÉireann with the Kettle Boilers bring the energy to Bray
Location: the HARBOR BAR, Bray
Support: 9:15pm-10:30pm
Show: 10:45-midnight
Admission: free
Dropkick Murphys & Ispíní na hÉireann at Iveagh Gardens
Live at The Iveagh Gardens, Dublin
Wolfe Tones in Cork with Ispíní na hÉireann
The Wolfe Tones' 60th Anniversary Concert
Plus Special Guests
The Sharon Shannon Big Band / The Scratch / Ispíní na hÉireann
VIRGIN MEDIA PARK, CORK!
