Whelan's of Wexford Street, in the heart of Dublin City, is recognised by many as Dublin's original live music venue. The building has a rich tapestry of history, and can trace it's origins back to the 17th century.
Over the years many famous names and faces have performed on its stage, often inspired by memorable and still talked about shows. Indeed, it was a Saturday afternoon in Whelan's in September 2004, that a 13 year old Ed Sheeran claims sparked his 'musical epiphany'. As Irish legend Damien Rice took to the stage, Sheeran says he knew then he had to be a musician. Whelan’s brings out the best in performers, whether they are a young band in their early days, or a more seasoned and celebrated act.
The versatility and warmth of Whelan’s as a venue also means it is the location for more than just rock and folk shows, with many other clients using its facilities for a wide variety of events.
- Willy Mason
AutumnWilly Mason Willy’s dark yet uplifting songs have endured and evolved for two decades. He is in yet another new phase, emboldened and galvanized by experience. This tour and accompanying album will be a culmination of his post pandemic work.
- Johnluke
AutumnJohnluke Singer/songwriter and musician Johnluke makes his headlining debut performing live in his hometown of Galway at Monroes Live on Friday 24th October & following this he will be also performing at Whelan's (Upstairs) in Dublin on Saturday 1st November.
- Dom Martin & Blue Nation
AutumnDom Martin & Blue Nation Set to be THE UK show of 2025, multi award winning Irish artist Dom Martin teams up with the riff based melodic blues rockers from Birmingham, Blue Nation, to play an unprecedented run of co-headline shows at venues in the UK and Ireland.
- BIG|BRAVE
AutumnBIG|BRAVE BIG|BRAVE’s music has been described as massive minimalism. Their fusillades of textural distortion and feedback emphasize their music’s frayed edges as much as its all-encompassing weight.
- MDR
AutumnMDR As performers, MDR brings an energy that encourages audiences to let loose, dance and let their hair down. With their debut single, Sleeptalk, already out, MDR is set to carve out their place in the Irish indie scene.
- Skids
AutumnSkids The Skids are back with a vengeance! After a no1 album release with Destination Dusseldorf, the band recently embarked on a sell-out UK tour. See them at Whelan's, Dublin on Thursday 6th November 2025.
- Limehouse Lizzy
AutumnLimehouse Lizzy Entering their third decade as a leading tribute act, Limehouse Lizzy continues to honour the legacy of Philip Lynott and Thin Lizzy with electrifying performances that dominate the live Classic Rock circuit.
- Turin Brakes
AutumnTurin Brakes Selective Memory proudly presents Turin Brakes plus support, at Whelan's Dublin on Saturday 8th November 2025.
