Greetings from 1691
Mary Black's farewell Slán Tour arrives at the University Concert Hall on Friday night. The Boo Radleys bring their In Spite of Everything tour to Dolans Warehouse on Saturday. The Leon Stax Equation launch their new album In View at the Record Room on Thursday. Dolan's Upstairs has the Levy/Robson Quartet for a jazz night on Thursday. Climate Action Week runs Wednesday to Saturday with free events across the city. And there's a free Compton Organ demonstration at the UCH on Saturday morning.
This is our pick of what's on this week. As always for a full event list check out the link at the bottom of the email.
Let's dive in 👇
EVENT HIGHLIGHTS
Mary Black – The Slán Tour
Friday 15 May · 20:00 · University Concert Hall
After more than 45 years on the road, Mary Black has announced this as her final Irish tour. The Slán Tour brings her longtime band with her: Bill Shanley, Pat Crowley, Richie Buckley, Nick Scott, and Liam Bradley. The UCH show is sold out, but it's happening on Friday and it's the event of the week.
The Boo Radleys
Saturday 16 May · 20:00 · Dolans Warehouse
The In Spite of Everything tour hits Dolans Warehouse on Saturday night. The tour takes its name from the band's forthcoming ninth studio album, and they're back with new material alongside old songs. Dolans Warehouse is exactly the right room: enough capacity to feel like an event, close enough to feel like a gig.
The Leon Stax Equation: In View Album Launch
Thursday 14 May · 20:00 · Record Room
The Galway soul group launch their third album In View at the Record Room on Thursday. Released on vinyl, CD, and streaming on May 8th, the record blends upbeat funk with heavier soul, drawing on the 1960s and 70s soul tradition while pushing toward the contemporary revival. Their Limerick date is part of a wider Irish and UK tour in support of the album.
The Levy/Robson Quartet
Thursday 14 May · 20:30 · Dolan's Upstairs
Contemporary jazz quartet promoting new material at Dolan's Upstairs. A good Thursday option if the Record Room sells out or you want the later start.
Climate Action Week 2026
Wednesday 13 to Saturday 16 May · Various city locations
Four days of community-led events: workshops, talks, toy swaps, and climate cafés across Limerick City. Free to attend throughout the week.
Compton Organ Demonstration
Saturday 16 May · 11:30 · University Concert Hall
UCH organist Ronan Murray demonstrates the full range of the venue's Compton organ, from orchestral richness to "unexpected tonal surprises." Free admission, sixty seats available. A genuinely unusual Saturday morning option.
Expressive Arts Theatre School Annual Showcase
Monday 18 May · 15:00 · University Concert Hall
The annual student showcase at the UCH, running into next week.
Children's Lego Workshops
Friday 15 May · 14:30 · Watch House Cross Community Library
Free drop-in Lego workshop for ages 6 and up at Watch House Cross Community Library. First-come, first-served, no booking needed.
Joe the Magician – LIVE
Saturday 16 May · 15:00 · Lime Tree Theatre
A live magic show for families at Lime Tree Theatre. A regular across Ireland. Always hugely entertaining for the little ones.
For a full overview of all events on this week in Limerick check out our event listings page
UNTIL NEXT WEEK
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