Ireland · SHOW
The 10 best shows you can book today, with what each costs, how long it runs and who it suits. Number one is top for a reason; start there.
Leave Dublin with an English-speaking guide such as Gina, Godfrey, Harry, or Quiggs, then visit Glendalough, cross the Wicklow Mountains, watch a working sheepdog show, and explore Kilkenny. Expect 10.5 hours, long bus stretches, free time, and plenty of walking.
“Just do it, it’s perfect and absolutely worth the money. Dylan was an amazing guide.”
Spend about three hours at Dublin’s Irish House Party in The Lansdowne Hotel, an 18th-century Georgian townhouse. Choose a three-course Irish dinner before a lively show of traditional songs, uilleann pipes, bodhran, harp, fiddle, storytelling, and champion Irish dancing. Show-only tickets are also available.
“Amazingly talented artists! I highly recommend the show. Great time to sing along with the performers and enjoy music and good cheer!”
At Dublin’s Belvedere Hotel, Jim Murrihy and the Damhsa team present a lively Irish night of music, singing, and dance. Arrive by 6:30pm for dinner at 6:45pm, then watch professional performers linked to Riverdance, Lord of the Dance, and Feet of Flames. The show begins at 8pm.
“What an absolutey incredible performance, and the wonderful meal was icing on the cake. Don’t miss this if you’re traveling to Dublin!”
Spend an evening at The Irish House Party in an 18th-century Dublin townhouse. Choose the show alone or add a three-course Irish dinner at 6:30 PM, followed by music, step dancing, stories, and audience interaction from world champion performers.
“this was lovely, they involved the audience and told stories as well as dancing. it was all around a great experience! dinner was wonderful as well.”
Meet upstairs at The Merchants Arch in Temple Bar for a two-hour Irish music and dance session. Local dancers teach easy steps, then perform with a live singer and musicians. You’ll have a reserved table overlooking the Ha’Penny Bridge, with drinks available to buy.
“the singer was fantastic just a pity I could not join in the dancing as I had a injury as this looked so much fun”
Head to Taylors Three Rock in Rathfarnham for a four-course Irish dinner followed by two hours of live folk music, dancing, storytelling, and audience participation. You will need to arrange your own transport, and drinks are extra. Vegetarian meals are available if requested when booking.
“Singing with my family and playing drums on stage and the dinner and the drinks Kids were able to eat the meals they wanted”
Spend an evening at the musician-owned Merry Ploughboy Pub, about 30 minutes from central Dublin. Choose show only or dinner and show, then enjoy live Irish songs, uilleann pipes, comic audience interaction, singers, and fast Irish stepdancing in an English-language performance.
“Fantastic. The venue, the staff (very welcoming and attentive), the food (really good, especially as catering for approx 200 people) and of course the live traditional Irish music and Irish dancers. Would highly recommend this place.”
At Amicus on Paul Street, local actors including Angela, Marie, Andrew, Liam, and Claire bring Cork’s past to life through comedy, music, costumes, and short sketches. You’ll eat a two-course dinner, learn Cork expressions, and finish with a chance to chat with the cast.
“Amazing show. The lady’s were the perfect mix of informative and entertaining. The stew that was served was delicious and we had the perfect amount of time to eat and hang out for a bit before the next section of the entertainment started. The desert was also amazing. Overall amazingly organized and a very enjoyable night.”
Ride from Galway with a small group of up to 20, stopping at Aughnanure Castle, Leenane, Cong Abbey, and a Connemara sheep farm. Guides such as Michael and Berry add local stories, while farmer Joe brings the sheepdog demonstration to life.
“This tour offered a variety of steps, all of which were interesting. Especially enjoyed the small group aspect and the flexibility that allowed.”
At 43 Paul Street, local actors including Angela, Marie, and Andrew guide you through Cork’s 1,500-year story with comedy, music, and two courses of local food. Expect audience interaction, Cork phrases, quirky characters, and a friendly dinner-theater setting. Drinks cost extra.
“My husband and myself had a very entertaining evening learning about the history of Cork. The actors were funny and engaged with their entire audience. I would definitely recommend young and old to not miss this treat of a show.”
Pick a coast road, a castle or a counter.
