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What's On
at Lanigan’s

Lanigan's Bar & Restaurant on Rose Inn Street, Kilkenny city centre, hosts live music nearly every night of the week, plus GAA matches, rugby internationals, Premier League football and special events on a 14ft LED video wall — 2 minutes from Kilkenny Castle. No cover charge. Updated weekly.

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Kilkenny's Live Music Pub

Live Music
Every Night
at Lanigan's

Lanigan's has live music nearly every night of the week — trad sessions, folk, rock, acoustic and pop acts from around Ireland. No backing tracks, no cover charge. Named performers published here each week.

  • No cover charge — ever
  • Walk-in welcome — no booking needed
  • Live bands, trad sessions & top DJs
  • Summer: two sessions nightly from 6pm
  • Late bar DJs Fri, Sat & Sun from 10pm
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Music schedule

01

Every Evening

Mon – Thu

9:00pm – 11:00pm

Trad, folk & acoustic

02

Weekend Nights

Fri – Sun

9:00pm – 11:00pm

Live bands & top DJs

03

Late Bar

Fri, Sat & Sun

From 10:00pm

DJs & after-hours music

Sport & Fixtures

Sport on the
14ft Screen

Lanigan's 14ft LED video wall is the biggest screen in Kilkenny city centre. Irish sport takes priority — hurling and football are always on when live. Premier League, Champions League, Six Nations rugby and major tournaments are all shown when in broadcast.

Sport Priority Order

  1. 1. GAA Hurling & Football — always first
  2. 2. Rugby internationals & Heineken Cup
  3. 3. Premier League & Champions League
  4. 4. Golf, horse racing & other major events

First come first served · 4 TVs · 2 matches simultaneously

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The Screen

Screen size

14ft LED video wall

Location

Kilkenny city centre

Screens total

4 televisions + main screen

Simultaneous matches

Up to 2 at once

Audio

Full broadcast audio on main screen

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Common Questions

Events & Live Music — FAQ

What's on at Lanigan's this week?
This page is updated weekly with confirmed performers, sport fixtures and special events at Lanigan's Bar & Restaurant, 28 Rose Inn Street, Kilkenny. There is live music nearly every night, with GAA matches, Premier League football, rugby and other sport on the 14ft screen throughout the week.
Is there live music at Lanigan's tonight?
In most weeks, yes. Live music at Lanigan's runs weekday evenings from 9pm to 11pm, and on late bar nights (Friday and Saturday) from 11:30pm to approximately 1:30am. During summer months there is often an earlier session from 6pm to 8pm. There is no entry charge. Check this page for the current week's confirmed performers.
What time does live music start at Lanigan's?
Live music at Lanigan's typically starts at 9pm on weekday and weekend evenings and runs until 11pm. During the summer months, there is often an earlier session from around 6pm to 8pm before the main act at 9pm. On Friday and Saturday late bar nights, music continues from 11:30pm until approximately 1:30am.
Is there a cover charge for live music at Lanigan's?
No. There is no cover charge for live music at Lanigan's Bar & Restaurant on any night of the week — including late bar nights on Friday and Saturday when music continues after 11:30pm. Entry is always free and walk-in is welcome.
Does Lanigan's show GAA matches?
Yes. GAA hurling and football are given first priority on Lanigan's 14ft LED video wall and four televisions when they are live. All-Ireland Championship matches, Leinster and Munster fixtures and local Kilkenny hurling games are always on. The 14ft screen ensures every seat in the bar has a clear view.
Does Lanigan's show Premier League football and rugby?
Yes. Premier League football, Champions League, Six Nations rugby and rugby internationals are all regularly shown at Lanigan's. The 14ft LED video wall and four televisions mean two different matches can be shown simultaneously across the bar.
Does Lanigan's do trad music sessions?
Yes. Traditional Irish sessions are a regular part of the programme at Lanigan's. Trad and folk music feature throughout the week, particularly during the summer months and on key GAA weekends. Check this page for confirmed trad sessions in the current week.
How do I find out what sport is on the 14ft screen this weekend?
This page is updated weekly with upcoming sport fixtures and the channel they are showing on. You can also call Lanigan's directly on +353 (0)56 7721718 — staff will confirm what is on for any given date. Check back each week as the fixture list is updated as soon as broadcasting schedules are confirmed.