The Cobblestone Backroom is more than just a music venue…
it’s the heart of the Cobblestone community.
You can take a dance class, play in a beginner session, or practice your cúpla focal…and of course see some of the best Irish & international musicians around.
Upcoming events.
Check out all the concerts, events, and classes right here. The schedule is updated weekly.
Upcoming Events
Upcoming Events
The Night Before Larry Got Stretched Singing Night
Larry night returns to The Cobblestone
The Night Before Larry Got Stretched is a traditional singing session run by a collective of young singers with an emphasis on encouraging singers of all ages to come together to share songs.
This session runs monthly on the first Sunday of every month. Please check here for details.
Doors 8pm
Free entry
Singers and listeners welcome.
Balaclavas Session
A traditional Irish music class & session mainly for adult beginners/returners, particularly those who wouldn't normally play in public unless perhaps wearing a balaclava 😁
First Wednesday of each month the lesson is taught by ZOOM
More info here
€5
Balaclavas Session
A traditional Irish music class & session mainly for adult beginners/returners, particularly those who wouldn't normally play in public unless perhaps wearing a balaclava 😁
First Wednesday of each month the lesson is taught by ZOOM
More info here
€5
Balaclavas Session
A traditional Irish music class & session mainly for adult beginners/returners, particularly those who wouldn't normally play in public unless perhaps wearing a balaclava 😁
First Wednesday of each month the lesson is taught by ZOOM
More info here
€5
LAUNCH SOLIDARITY SESSIONS
LAUNCH SOLIDARITY SESSIONS
Launch of series of Solidarity Sessions of music, song and poetry to support the resistance
and solidarity movement both in Ireland and in struggles abroad. Ní neart go cur le chéile.
Presented by Diarmuid Breatnach
Six acts
Tickets available on the door
The Dublin Jazz Co-op
The Dublin Jazz Co-op Presents: TBC - a curation by Hayley Kavanagh
Kev Kennedy presents “Giz Ends on That”
Kev Kennedy presents “Giz Ends on That”
Spoken word Event headlined by Kevin kennedy
Balaclavas Session
A traditional Irish music class & session mainly for adult beginners/returners, particularly those who wouldn't normally play in public unless perhaps wearing a balaclava 😁
First Wednesday of each month the lesson is taught by ZOOM
More info here
€5
MYJYN // Jack's Kettle
MYJYN // Jack's Kettle
Jack's Kettle
Jack's Kettle is humming, waters whirling to the rhythm of reels. Latent heat, potential energy...it's boiling. Conor Buckley (Guitar), Lennart Schandl (Bass) Robin Rindlisbacher (Keys) and Joshua Leblanc-Demers (Drums) are Jack's Kettle, a fusion band taking influence from Trad music.
“Jack's Kettle are a rousing Irish fusion band. Traditional Irish melodies are moulded with rock and a touch of jazz into new arrangements and compositions. Whether soft and poetic or rocking and wild, the band casts a spell over the audience by evoking a world of sound that is both familiar and surprising. Thank you so much for this beautiful concert."
- Lucerne Guitar Concerts
Myjyn
Myjyn, is a modernised version of the Irish word 'Maighdean' for mermaid- since exploring her sonic depths is like swimming in the ocean- at once natural and mysterious. Classically trained, she flows with a poise which is rare to witness. This does not make the sound predictable, on the contrary: it allows the listener to feel safe while she transports us across her unique watery realms: looping, stretching and keening. Inspired by such diverse singers as Moya Brennan, Ella Fitzgerald and Joni Mitchell, her sound is at once traditional and contemporary. She released her debut singles Dark Is The Colour and Communion in 2024, and her latest single Amhrán na Leabhar has received much praise and has been played on Irish Radio.
"Myjyn's sound is like the glint off a fish's back at night, the tickle of sea-spray on your cheeks, the call of a wave which transports you to the Otherworld."
-Molly May O'Leary, writer and artist
Doors 7:30pm
Show 8:00pm
Tickets €10 here
The Night Before Larry Got Stretched Singing Night
Larry night returns to The Cobblestone
The Night Before Larry Got Stretched is a traditional singing session run by a collective of young singers with an emphasis on encouraging singers of all ages to come together to share songs.
This session runs monthly on the first Sunday of every month. Please check here for details.
Doors 8pm
Free entry
Singers and listeners welcome.
Session with the Pipers presented by Na Píobairí Uilleann
Na Píobairí Uilleann are delighted to present ‘Session with the Pipers’ in The Cobblestone.
Balaclavas Session - ZOOM
A traditional Irish music class & session mainly for adult beginners/returners, particularly those who wouldn't normally play in public unless perhaps wearing a balaclava 😁
First Wednesday of each month the lesson is taught by ZOOM
More info here
€5
Spencer Jo & Fly Parts
Spencer Jo & Fly Parts
Canadian artist Spencer Jo crafts heartfelt anthems for the people. A punk rocker turned troubadour, they keep the spirit of community alive with a guitar on their back and miles to go before they sleep.
Spencer Jo will be joined by Dublin rock trio Fly Parts, you can check them out here
Lir folk festival
Lir folk festival
Dublin’s newest folk festival, showcasing some of the best up and coming artists the Irish folk scene has to offer such as, Patrick Stefan, The Gladstone band, The Lags, The Shamrock Showband, The Dreams Of Horses and Spoonfed is coming to the cobblestone on the 8th and 9th of august 2025.
20€ for both nights, 15 per night
Melanie Beth Curran and Ruskavellas
Melanie Beth Curran and Ruskavellas
It's an Evening of Irish American Song with Melanie Beth Curran and Ruskavellas! Join us at the heart of it all, The Cobblestone, and melt back into the arms of history, songstery, and folklore. Melanie is joined by Boston-based fiddler Gwen Johnston and Dublin's own Ruskavellas, Seán Fitzgerald and Ben Strong, two fellows who bring poetry, praises, odes, lays and romances back to life.
Melanie Beth Curran brings the living history of Irish American folk music on tour to Ireland this summer. Melanie is a New York City-based folklorist, traditional musician, and writer. She is the author of “Happy Within: An Irish American Songbook”. Her live performance “takes you on this journey through the evolution of Irish American music” -Rick Steves Monday Night Travel, by “pulling field recordings through the annals of time and sharing them with a new generation of folk music enthusiasts.” -Courtney Fox (@thefoxandtheivy).
Curran’s performance transports listeners back and forth over centuries of musical history and landscape, all while “shifting narratives around the Irish-American experience through music” -Hannah Mayree, Black Banjo Reclamation Project. Fans of traditional American song, hidden histories, and Irish musicality will delight in Curran's performance of forgotten traditionals and “rousing originals” -The Irish Echo. Melanie was a Fulbright recipient for her work documenting the living musical traditions of Bretagne, France. She is accompanied on tour by Boston-based fiddler Gwen Johnston.
“We had the privilege of catching one of Melanie’s shows in Rhode Island a few months ago and were blown away. Her Irish American songbook is incredible, as well as her deep research and commitment to keeping these songs alive.” -Jason Principi, Thee Phibbs
Balaclavas Session
A traditional Irish music class & session mainly for adult beginners/returners, particularly those who wouldn't normally play in public unless perhaps wearing a balaclava 😁
First Wednesday of each month the lesson is taught by ZOOM
More info here
€5
The Backroom Dispatch
The Backroom Dispatch
The Back Room Dispatch is Dublin's finest singer-songwriter salon with a professional house band.
The Summer 2025 edition will feature songwriters Sive, Matthew Lennon & Cathy McEvoy with special guest to be confirmed, all backed by top session musicians Paddy Joyce (bass), Paddy Hopkins (drums) and Padraig Kilbride
Doors 8.30pm
Show 9.00pm
Tickets 15 euro, link coming soon
Alasdair Roberts/Harry Gorski Brown
Alasdair Roberts/Harry Gorski Brown
Alasdair Roberts
Alasdair Roberts is a Glasgow-based musician – primarily a singer and guitarist – born in Germany and raised in central Scotland. Acclaimed by Folk Radio UK as 'one of our most talented, important and relevant songwriters and song-adapters', he has released several critically acclaimed albums of his music via Drag City Records since the late nineties.
Alasdair is known for his own idiosyncratic and evocative compositions and songs, as well as for his fresh interpretations of traditional songs and narrative ballads from Scotland and beyond. He enjoys a wide range of collaborations with fellow musicians, as well as with artists from other disciplines. He plays in the groups Furrow Collective and Current 93 and has toured extensively in Scotland and worldwide, both solo and with various musical companions.
Alasdair’s most recent solo album, Grief in the Kitchen and Mirth in the Hall, is a collection of traditional songs recorded entirely solo. Remembered in Exile: Songs and Ballads from Nova Scotia, a new album recorded in collaboration with Lewis-born Gaelic singer Màiri Morrison and Canadian producer/arranger Pete Johnston, will be released in April 2025 on Drag City Records.
Harry Gorski-Brown
Harry Gorski-Brown is an artist based in Glasgow. He makes music and audiovisual works, with a focus on traditional music alongside electronic audio processing. Current projects include FISHER PRICE PIPES, a setting of two Gaelic songs for voice, pipes and electronics and Elephant, you shake your sheep, a new audio-visual piece for Highland pipes and electronics with French artist Annabelle Playe and lighting designer Rima Ben Brahim commissioned by Cryptic Glasgow. He recently released a tape of traditional Gaelic songs, Durt Dronemaker After Dreamboats, with Glasgow-based label GLARC and is currently a nonclassical Artist in Residence. HGB plays fiddle with Norman Willmore and works with Scots singer Quinie.
Doors 8pm
Tickets EUR 22 at this link
Brian Conway and Brendan Dolan
Brian Conway and Brendan Dolan
Brian Conway, premier Irish-American fiddler, performs with a skill, grace and force that are steeped in tradition but distinctively his own. Well known in the Irish/Celtic community, Conway has won numerous All-Ireland fiddling competitions, and has been called one of the best fiddlers of his generation. Nothing is missed or missing in Brian Conway's Sligo-style fiddling.
Shaun Kirk
Shaun Kirk
Hailing from the music-filled streets of Melbourne, Australia, Shaun Kirk is an award-winning blues and soul troubadour recognized for his exceptional talent as a born entertainer. His unique talent has not only earned him many accolades but also much praise from fellow artists, such as three-time Grammy Award Winner Fantastic Negrito, who has declared his show as "One of the best one-man shows he’s ever seen!"
Kirk's vocals exude a gritty, soulful depth that seems to transcend far beyond his years, with critics continually acclaiming him as "one of the finest blues voices Australia has ever heard" (Buzz Mag). Complementing his vocal artistry, Kirk's vintage guitar tones and raw grooves pay tribute to the timeless influences that have shaped his musical journey, resulting in a distinctive sound fast becoming his own.
Shaun’s musical journey has taken him to stages all over the world, where he's not only performed but consistently sold out shows, leaving audiences enthralled by his magnetic presence. From iconic festival stages like Bluesfest Byron Bay, where he's become a familiar name, to sharing the billing with legends like Robert Plant of Led Zeppelin, John Mayer, Paolo Nutini, John Butler Trio, and The Teskey Brothers; Kirk's artistic prowess is in esteemed company. Moreover, he's also had the honour of opening for household names such as blues maestro Joe Bonamassa, soul sensation Allen Stone, and the indomitable Beth Hart; further solidifying his place in the landscape of contemporary music. This remarkable journey is a testament to Kirk's unmatched talent and ability to connect with audiences across genres and generations.
Tickets 12.5
Steven van Betten Trio
Steven van Betten Trio
A night of original music by Los Angeles based trio Steven van Betten, Marcus Högsta and Tim Carr.
Balaclavas Session
A traditional Irish music class & session mainly for adult beginners/returners, particularly those who wouldn't normally play in public unless perhaps wearing a balaclava 😁
First Wednesday of each month the lesson is taught by ZOOM
More info here
€5
🎶 The Flying Monkeys Live at The Cobblestone!
🎶 The Flying Monkeys Live at The Cobblestone!
Get ready for a blues-fueled night of soul and swagger as The Flying Monkeys bring their signature sound to The Cobblestone!
Expect a set packed with blues classics and hard-hitting originals, the kind that make you stomp your feet, raise your glass, and lose yourself in the music. This isn’t just a gig—it’s a full-throttle blues experience!
Balaclavas Session
A traditional Irish music class & session mainly for adult beginners/returners, particularly those who wouldn't normally play in public unless perhaps wearing a balaclava 😁
First Wednesday of each month the lesson is taught by ZOOM
More info here
€5
The Dublin Jazz Co-op
The Dublin Jazz Co-op Presents: TBC - a curation by Hayley Kavanagh
Session with the Pipers presented by Na Píobairí Uilleann
Na Píobairí Uilleann are delighted to present ‘Session with the Pipers’ in The Cobblestone.
Balaclavas Session - ZOOM
A traditional Irish music class & session mainly for adult beginners/returners, particularly those who wouldn't normally play in public unless perhaps wearing a balaclava 😁
First Wednesday of each month the lesson is taught by ZOOM
More info here
€5
The Night Before Larry Got Stretched Singing Night
Larry night returns to The Cobblestone
The Night Before Larry Got Stretched is a traditional singing session run by a collective of young singers with an emphasis on encouraging singers of all ages to come together to share songs.
This session runs monthly on the first Sunday of every month. Please check here for details.
Doors 8pm
Free entry
Singers and listeners welcome.
The Hendrix Cream Experience
The Hendrix Cream Experience
Voodoo Sunshine is Ireland's ONLY power trio specialising in a tribute to the music of Jimi Hendrix, Cream and Eric Clapton. No dress up here. Just great music from great musicians. Hailing from the vibrant city of Dublin, Voodoo Sunshine is a captivating tribute band that channels the spirit and musical genius of Jimi Hendrix, Eric Clapton, and Cream. With their fiery performances this dynamic group recreates classic songs such as Sunshine of Your Love, Voodoo Chile, Purple Haze, White Room and many more
Grosse Isle - Music & Song from Québec & Ireland
Grosse Isle - Music & Song from Québec & Ireland
Grosse Isle is a collaboration between three musicians from Quebec and Ireland. Together, Sophie Lavoie (fiddle, piano, vocals), François-Félix Roy (guitar, podorhythmie), and Fiachra O’Regan (uilleann pipes, whistle & banjo) shine with their rich and enveloping traditional music and song from the two cultures.
Fortune Igiebor
Fortune Igiebor
Known countrywide as an eccentric genius in the Irish hiphop scene, Fortune Igiebor provides his listeners with heartfelt lyricism complimented with energetic, outlandish production. Winning artist of the year with Black & Irish in 2023 with early stages of his year containing sold out headlines back to back, a documentary premiere and two #1 charting songs Fortúne’s presence serves as a breath of fresh air within the Irish community. Both sonically and publicly.
With public favourites such mi lol as ‘The Prayer’ or concert mosh-starters like ‘HELLO GIRL’ Fortune provides evidence that he is in fact one to watch on the rise. With acclaims such as BBC Ulster’s ‘Best Song in the World’ and ‘One of Ireland’s most promising performers’ Igiebor has succeeded the early stages of his foundation. Then continuing on to sell out his debut headline The Grand Social in 2022, to then sell out his follow up Sound House headline, Fortune approaches his supporters from different aspects and ways of music. With his events ranging from sold out film premieres, to intricate listening parties and low roof mosh pit shows, Igiebor looks to take on new mountains as one of RTE 2FM’s Rising Act of 2025.
Doors 7.30pm
Show 8.00pm
The Dublin Jazz Co-op
The Dublin Jazz Co-op Presents: TBC - a curation by Hayley Kavanagh
Nolan's Session Band Irish Tour Finale
Nolan’s Session Band Irish Tour Finale
Floridian Irish session band's final night of their 2025 Irish tour
Balaclavas Session - ZOOM
A traditional Irish music class & session mainly for adult beginners/returners, particularly those who wouldn't normally play in public unless perhaps wearing a balaclava 😁
First Wednesday of each month the lesson is taught by ZOOM
More info here
€5
Griefcat
Griefcat
Griefcat (aka, Louisa Hall & Annie Nardolilli) is a musical comedy duo known for their harmonies, hilarity, viral videos, and engaging live performances. They’ve garnered over 50M views on their social media content over the last year, and have been featured by NBC (America’s Got Talent), ABC (Good Morning Washington), NPR, the Washington Post, and more.
Hailed as “local favorites” by Washington City Paper in their hometown of DC, they are often referred to as “Tenacious Double D’s” due to their musicality and hilarious lyrics, their sequin studded shows has even Questlove admitting he "feels seen."
Support: We’re Not Together
Doors 7pm
Gig 8pm
Without Willow Live at The Cobblestone
Without Willow Live at The Cobblestone
Without Willow are an Irish singer-songwriting duo from Donegal. They released their debut album ‘Left Behind’ to critical acclaim in February 2024 as well two new singles 'Sink My Teeth' and 'The Way Back' in 2025.
They draw inspiration from many genres including Irish folk and Americana and have been featured on RTE’s Behind The Music as well as featuring in Hotpress Magazine, Goldenplec and Irish Music Magazine.
Karen Kelly contributes haunting, heartfelt vocals that intertwine seamlessly with Simon Mc Cafferty's intricate guitar playing, creating a sound that is uniquely their own.
“Think Lana Del Rey meets Turnpike Troubadours- 4/5 stars” – Goldenplec Magazine (2024)
“Irish shades of Simon and Garfunkel” – Irish Music Magazine (2024)
“Guaranteed to feel better after listening” – Hotpress Magazine (2024)
Support from Shauna McDaid
Tickets €15
Emer Dunne Trio
Emer Dunne Trio
Emer Dunne Trio presents ‘Folk Threads’
‘An entertainer through and through’ - Hot Press
This October, we welcome folk singer, Emer Dunne, and her superbly talented musicians on guitar and fiddle as they present ‘Folk Threads’, celebrating well known and loved folk songs from Ireland, Scotland, England and America. Sing along with ‘Wild Mountain Thyme’ and ‘Sweet Sixteen’ alongside contemporary surprises and some original numbers! Emer came to prominence on the folk scene after featuring on the RTE Television’s ‘Today’ show, and following the release of her no 1 folk album, ‘Hourglass’ produced by Bill Shanley (Mary Black, Paul Brady and Gilbert O Sullivan).
With three number one’s in the Official Irish Charts, Emer has headlined her own theatre tours, graced various festival stages and she has also toured with folk legends, The Fureys, before joining The High Kings in Australia. Emer is a versatile performer and has an entertaining nature on stage. Sit back, relax, sing along and experience the magic of ‘Folk Threads’, a night of music not to be missed!
‘I’m very excited about this next artist, her voice is incredible’ - BBC Radio Wales
Sunday Oct 18th
Doors: 7.30pm
Show starts: 8pm
Tickets: €20
Social Media Handles
@emerdunnesinger - on instagram, tiktok and youtube
@emerdunnesingerofficial - Facebook
The Empty Pockets
The Empty Pockets
Join us for a night of live music with The Empty Pockets at The Cobblestone Backroom - don't miss out!
Light flickers in even the darkest of spaces and smallest cracks. Similarly, The Empty Pockets ignite a bright flame of their own by harnessing a joyful friction between Americana, folk, and rock ‘n’ roll spiked with roots soul. The Chicago quartet—Josh Solomon [guitar, vocals], Erika Brett [keyboards, vocals], Nate Bellon [bass, vocals], and Adam Balasco [drums]—lean on an unspoken, yet airtight musical dialogue honed by countless miles on the road, performances alongside the likes of Kenny Loggins, a procession of fan favorite releases (including two #1 Billboard Blues Albums), and a wealth of memories together.
Shane Hennessy
Shane Hennessy
Shane Hennessy is a virtuoso fingerstyle guitarist, singer/songwriter, and composer. With an upbringing in the world of Irish traditional music, Shane has been captivating audiences globally for the past few years, with sell-out solo tours in Europe and North America under his belt, as well as regular appearances at major international music festivals.
He has released four albums of original music, and his most recent studio album ‘Rain Dance’ was hailed as “a triumphant reaffirmation of his virtuosity and compositional excellence” by Irish Music Magazine. Shane has collaborated with Tommy Emmanuel, worked with Grammy-winner Bill Whelan, and made his début on the Grand Ole Opry in Nashville, Tennessee in March 2023.
Balaclavas Session - ZOOM
A traditional Irish music class & session mainly for adult beginners/returners, particularly those who wouldn't normally play in public unless perhaps wearing a balaclava 😁
First Wednesday of each month the lesson is taught by ZOOM
More info here
€5
Balaclavas Session - ZOOM
A traditional Irish music class & session mainly for adult beginners/returners, particularly those who wouldn't normally play in public unless perhaps wearing a balaclava 😁
First Wednesday of each month the lesson is taught by ZOOM
More info here
€5
MATT McGINN with special guest Laura Jo
MATT McGINN with special guest Laura Jo
Hilltown singer, songwriter, multi-instrumentalist, and producer from Co. Down, Matt McGinn crafts songs that are a personal representation of his life experience. A former coal man, he found himself somewhat out of his water studying music at Queen's University in Belfast.
His third album 'Lessons of War' propelled him to prominence with his song Bubblegum that echoed the Troubles in which he grew up, while his 2020 duet with Aoife Scott ‘Time Well Spent’ became one of the biggest folk songs of the year. He has since released several successful singles and albums, earning praise from critics and fellow musicians alike. His long list of fans include Mary Black and Christy Moore and his upcoming work features songs co-written by Paul Brady, Foy Vance to name a few.
Laura Jo is an All-Ireland winning multi-instrumentalist who has now mastered the art of songwriting. Her talent and infectious personality is matched only by her voice.
https://www.tickettailor.com/events/dolmenlanerecords/1663452
Collaboration Showcase Concert 2025
Collaboration Showcase Concert 2025
Keith McLoughlin and Guests perform songs that they co-wrote together with Rohan Healy and Al Quiff from Beardfire Studios along with Grace Day, Jim Loughran, Annette Joy, James Daly.
Doors 8pm
Gig 8.30pm
Balaclavas Session - ZOOM
A traditional Irish music class & session mainly for adult beginners/returners, particularly those who wouldn't normally play in public unless perhaps wearing a balaclava 😁
First Wednesday of each month the lesson is taught by ZOOM
More info here
€5
Session with the Pipers presented by Na Píobairí Uilleann
Na Píobairí Uilleann are delighted to present ‘Session with the Pipers’ in The Cobblestone.
The Dublin Jazz Co-op: Seamus Gibson, So-Young Yoon and Yseult Stockdale
The Dublin Jazz Co-op: Seamus Gibson, So-Young Yoon and Yseult Stockdale
Seamus Gibson/So-Young Yoon/Yseult Stockdale
Traditional fiddle player/composer Seamus Gibson and jazz pianist So-Young Yoon first met during her artist residency at An Grianán Theatre in Letterkenny. They sat down at the piano and began playing Seamus’s compositions—he played the melodies while So-Young improvised harmonies around them. It was great fun and the beautiful collaboration lead them into their first gig together at Trad Week in Letterkenny.
This is their Dublin debut concert and they will be joined by Yseult Stockdale, one of the leading classical cellists in Ireland. Together they will explore the music of Mícheál Ó Súilleabháin, Seamus Gibson and very old Irish and Korean traditional songs.
The Cobblestone, The Backroom - doors at 3:00PM, music at 3:30PM
Balaclavas Session
A traditional Irish music class & session mainly for adult beginners/returners, particularly those who wouldn't normally play in public unless perhaps wearing a balaclava 😁
First Wednesday of each month the lesson is taught by ZOOM
More info here
€5
Single launch from 'Mullach an tSí' an Album from Aoife Nic Dhomhnaill and Liam Lonergan
Single launch of 'Mullach an tSí' by Aoife Nic Dhomhnaill and Liam Lonergan
Launch of the first single from debut album by Dublin musicians Aoife Nic Dhomhnaill and Liam Lonergan - 'Mullach an tSí'.
With special guests Cathal Caulfield and Jimmy Clarke.
On a personal note, The Cobblestone owes a lot to Aoife and Liam. They were instrumental in the founding of Dublin is Dying, an organisation founded in 2021 to fight for the continued existence of the Cobblestone. The unique skills and expertise that they brought to the campaign helped us in the struggle to survive. This is a special act that we can’t recommend enough.
Doors 3pm
Irish Women In Jazz presents: Jennifer McMahon and ReRoute
Jennifer McMahon and ReRoute
Balaclavas Session
A traditional Irish music class & session mainly for adult beginners/returners, particularly those who wouldn't normally play in public unless perhaps wearing a balaclava 😁
First Wednesday of each month the lesson is taught by ZOOM
More info here
€5
🎶 The Flying Monkeys Live at The Cobblestone!
🎶 The Flying Monkeys Live at The Cobblestone!
Get ready for a blues-fueled night of soul and swagger as The Flying Monkeys bring their signature sound to The Cobblestone!
Expect a set packed with blues classics and hard-hitting originals, the kind that make you stomp your feet, raise your glass, and lose yourself in the music. This isn’t just a gig—it’s a full-throttle blues experience!
🎶 The Flying Monkeys Live at The Cobblestone!
🎶 The Flying Monkeys Live at The Cobblestone!
Get ready for a blues-fueled night of soul and swagger as The Flying Monkeys bring their signature sound to The Cobblestone!
Expect a set packed with blues classics and hard-hitting originals, the kind that make you stomp your feet, raise your glass, and lose yourself in the music. This isn’t just a gig—it’s a full-throttle blues experience!
Wild Tibetan Monks
Welcome to Wild Tibetan Monks Live @ The Cobblestone!
Doors open at 18:30.
Gig starts at 20:00.
Bring Spare Socks
Balaclavas Session
A traditional Irish music class & session mainly for adult beginners/returners, particularly those who wouldn't normally play in public unless perhaps wearing a balaclava 😁
First Wednesday of each month the lesson is taught by ZOOM
More info here
€5
The Night Before Larry Got Stretched Singing Night
Larry night returns to The Cobblestone
The Night Before Larry Got Stretched is a traditional singing session run by a collective of young singers with an emphasis on encouraging singers of all ages to come together to share songs.
This session runs monthly on the first Sunday of every month. Please check here for details.
Doors 8pm
Free entry
Singers and listeners welcome.
Seán Collins
Seán Collins
Join singer/songwriter Seán Collins in The Cobblestone for his debut single release tour and his debut headline concert in Dublin!
Doors 7:00pm
Show 7:30pm
Tickets €12 here
A Night of American Folk Music: Eli Waltz & Korina Zambrano
Eli Waltz & Korina Zambrano
Eli Waltz & Korina Zambrano are two American folk-artists making their Dublin debut at The Cobblestone.
Eli is a world traveler and folk musician who focuses the sum of his experiences on the road into a soulful, singular sound. Known for his whimsical lyricism, unconventional chord progressions and gut-punching harmonica solos, Eli’s music incorporates American Blues, rock ’n’ roll, Chinese Guqin and European Baroque music. He is influenced and identifies with musicians ranging from Ray Lamontagne to Pink Floyd to Shakey Graves and Gregory Alan Isakov. Waltz has shared the stage with nationally-recognized artists including Willie Carlise and Andrew Combs. Sir Paul McCartney and other musical heroes have heard and praised his music.
Korina is an independent folk-artist and singer-songwriter best renowned for her charming melodies and evocative lyrics. She composes her raw sound through expansive guitar voicings and captures human experience through her unique perspective. Korina draws upon folk, jazz, classic rock, and pop to create her innovative melodies, but is most notably inspired by legendary songwriters Joni Mitchell, Elliot Smith, Bob Dylan and Paul Simon. Korina crafts a deep vulnerability and relatability in her music, and looks forward to connecting with fellow artists and her future audiences.
Eli & Korina’s evening in your city is one you will not want to miss!
Doors 7:30pm
Show 8:30pm
Tickets €8 here
at the door €10
Outside the Meadows - Madra Salach
Outside the Meadows - Madra Salach
Outside the Meadows is an extension of the spirit and sound of In the Meadows—a curated series of standalone shows spotlighting the next wave of voices in Irish music. While In the Meadows brings together iconic and boundary-pushing acts in the grounds of the Irish Museum of Modern Art, Outside the Meadows takes that same curatorial ethos beyond the festival walls.
This year, we're proud to present three unique act across two nights featuring Madra Salach, Skinner, and Shark School. Three rising new bands performing in some of Dublin’s most iconic intimate venues. From Madra Salach, one of the most exciting new trad bands performing in the iconic Cobblestone to Skinner and Shark School who are proving to be the future of Irish alternative music performing in The Thomas House, this showcase is the best place to catch a glimpse of the next Irish sensations. Each show captures the raw energy, DIY roots, and community-driven vibe that define our festival, offering fans a more intimate but no less electrifying experience.
Tickets €18 here
Balaclavas Session - ZOOM
A traditional Irish music class & session mainly for adult beginners/returners, particularly those who wouldn't normally play in public unless perhaps wearing a balaclava 😁
First Wednesday of each month the lesson is taught by ZOOM
More info here
€5
Session with the Pipers presented by Na Píobairí Uilleann
Na Píobairí Uilleann are delighted to present ‘Session with the Pipers’ in The Cobblestone.
Cobbleprov
Cobbleprov
An improv showcase where the present and future of the artform can expand and grow.
Doors 7:00pm
Show 7:30pm
Tickets €10 here
Balaclavas Session
A traditional Irish music class & session mainly for adult beginners/returners, particularly those who wouldn't normally play in public unless perhaps wearing a balaclava 😁
First Wednesday of each month the lesson is taught by ZOOM
More info here
€5
Ghostly Hounds & Bordercholly Live at The Cobblestone Backroom
Come on out to The Backroom at Cobblestone in Dublin for an evening of soulful folk-noir, old-time, Americana and indie folk. This double-bill show features Ghostly Hounds, on tour from Canada's West Coast, with local support by Bordercholly.
Saturday, May 24th, doors at 8pm and show starts at 9. Cover is sliding scale in an effort to be accessible to all while still paying the artists a living wage.
Advance tix: €12 waged, €8 unwaged
Door tix: €15 waged, €10 unwaged
No one turned away for lack of funds
Ghostly Hounds
NeuroGamers Ireland event
NeuroGamers Ireland event
Back once again with four new acts of various experiences, being given the opportunity to find themselves and deliver.
KhakiKid
KhakiKid
KhakiKid has certainly lived an interesting and unique life, yet it was only recently that the first generation Irish alt-rapper realised his story was worth talking about. Growing up on Crumlin council estate, Dublin-born Abdu Huss shared a bedroom with three brothers while his two sisters and single-parent mum were in their own room together.
Aged 12, Abdu started writing his own raps “as if I was Chief Keef”, however many years later his 2020 debut single ‘Late’ introduced an artist with a penchant for jazz-infused hip-hop. By 2021, a cult following was building at home in Ireland and his music began finding fans internationally. His debut EP, ‘Elevator Music’, arrived in September 2022 to critical acclaim: influenced by early Eric B. & Rakim, the short but sweet six-tracker effortlessly mixed tongue-in-cheek, often self-deprecating lyrics with boisterous rapping.
His upcoming music however trades some of that playful nature for a more honest, emotional and personal approach. While Abdu previously felt things that happened in his life weren’t worth sharing with the world, now when writing songs he’ll reflect on his own life, picking out significant moments he believes other people would find interesting.
Beyond music, Abdu wants to represent people who feel as though they don’t have a set community – especially having not been aware of his Arab-Irish heritage or refugee dad’s story until his adult years. “I feel like there are a lot of minority groups in Ireland that aren’t spoken about, so I want to show there are places for us to exist.”
Balaclavas Session
A traditional Irish music class & session mainly for adult beginners/returners, particularly those who wouldn't normally play in public unless perhaps wearing a balaclava 😁
First Wednesday of each month the lesson is taught by ZOOM
More info here
€5
Brittany Night with Ampouailh band (Fest Noz)/Fete de la Bretagne
Celebrate Brittany Day in Dublin, this May 18th at The Cobblestone Pub, Smithfield !
Experience a lively Fest-Noz Céilí with traditional Breton and Balfolk music.
Direct from Brittany, the dynamic Ampouailh Quintet brings infectious dance tunes.
Local heroes The Balfolk Ensemble deliver a cross- cultural folk fusion.
Fuel your dancing with freshly made Breton crêpes on site!
No dance experience needed just bring your feet and good spirits.
Tickets:
€15 online / €20 at the door.
Come for the craic, stay for the dancing!
Kevin Hill
Kevin Hill Live at the Cobblestone
From Asbury Park in the US, the land of Bruce Springsteen comes Kevin Hill. An Irish-American musician, he is fulfilling his lifelong dream of performing in Ireland! Anything can happen at a Kevin Hill show .....and it usually does.
Kevin Hill is a rare talent... a soulful vocalist, a world class jazz/rock guitarist and a witty, meaningful, and deeply introspective lyricist. A Wiser Time Records artist, his music has been enjoyed worldwide through digital and physical media.
Hill and his musical family have shared billings and stages with legends like Sting, Levon Helm, Gov't Mule, Ziggy Marley, Dickey Betts, Johnny Winter. Hill's guitar mentor Ted Dunbar was a legendary jazz educator who also instructed Trey Anastasio and Vernon Reid.
Forged by the jazz organ groups of the Newark, NJ school of musical hard knocks and given rainbow luminescence by the spiritual awakening of the Grateful Dead, Santana and Phish, Hill brings the best of the improvised music tradition to every performance.
A devoted father and an advocate for mental health and substance abuse awareness, the intention behind Hill's music is to help and to heal.
Show 8:00pm
Tickets €10 Buy them here
The Balaclavas
A Cobblestone institution for over 20 years, the Balaclava session is a traditional Irish music class & session mainly for adult beginners/returners, particularly those who wouldn't normally play in public unless perhaps wearing a balaclava.
The welcoming and fun environment is for everyone learning or getting back into Irish trad music. It’s informal, supportive, and fun.
the Balaclavas is led by amazing musician & teacher Jacqui Martin
it takes place every Wednesday 7:30pm-9:30pm in the Cobblestone Backroom (first Wednesday is taught by Zoom )
the first hour of class is a lesson and the second hour of class is a “half-speed” session
drop in only & class is €5
more information on their website
