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.
- Macdara Yeates
AutumnMacdara Yeates Traditional Singing from Dublin, the debut album by Macdara Yeates, marks a new arrival on the Irish folkscape.
- Mark McCarney: No Better Man
AutumnMark McCarney: No Better Man Hailing from the rural heart of Northern Ireland, Mark McCarney brings his unmistakable wit, charm, and a dash of countryside chaos to the stage.
- Shaun Ryder
AutumnShaun Ryder He’s the wild man of rock who became a national treasure. Happy Mondays and Black Grape frontman Shaun Ryder is hitting the road for a new, spoken word tour.
- swim school
Autumnswim school When swim school stepped onto the stage at London’s 100 Club in January, the feeling of past meets future was palpable.
- The Last Vinci x Blank Atlas
AutumnThe Last Vinci x Blank Atlas ex oh promotions proudly presents The Last Vinci & Blank Atlas, both live at Whelan's, Upstairs on Wednesday 12 November 2025.
- The Wran
AutumnThe Wran Emerging from the Comeragh’s of County Waterford in Ireland, four brothers –Tommy, Danny, Sean, and Stephen Dunford–form the heart of the brand-new trad. fusion band, The Wran.
- Protomartyr
AutumnProtomartyr Foggy Notions proudly presents Protomartyr, celebrating 10 years of 'The Agent of Intellect' with 2 shows at Whelan's, Dublin on Friday 14th & Saturday 15th November 2025.
- Harrison Storm
AutumnHarrison Storm Singular Artists proudly present Harrison Storm with support at Whelan's, Main Venue on Sunday 16 November 2025.
