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.
- Adam Agee & Jon Sousa
Adam Agee & Jon Sousa Adam Agee & Jon Sousa journey through the Irish idiom on fiddle, guitar, and tenor banjo, and have been enchanting listeners on both sides of the Atlantic Ocean for two decades.
- Ned Evett
Ned Evett Singer-Shredmaster Ned Evett is the official opening act for Joe Satriani and Steve Vai’s “Surfing With The Hydra” summer tour.
- Cola, M(h)aol & Junk Drawer
Cola, M(h)aol & Junk Drawer Singular Artists proudly presents Cola, M(h)aol & Junk Drawer, an All Ireland Tour included Whelan's, Dublin on Wednesday 4th June 2025.
- Dogtail Soup
Dogtail Soup Introducing the musical carnival that is ‘Dogtail soup’. 3 musicians, each with their own eclectic style and solo careers, coming together to make a condensed, purified, super tasty version of the wonderful collective from West Cork, Ireland.
- Mayfield Sound
Mayfield Sound Hailing from Ireland’s thriving indie music scene, Mayfield Sound is an alternative rock band blending infectious riffs, raw storytelling, and millennial angst.
- Ways of Seeing
Ways of Seeing Cork band Ways of Seeing developed from the idea that songs could reveal parts of the self that might otherwise never have surfaced.
- The Get Up Kids
The Get Up Kids Foggy Notions & U:MACK proudly presents The Get Up Kids, celebrating 25th anniversary of seminal album 'Something to Write Home About'.
- Karma Police - A Tribute to Radiohead
Karma Police - A Tribute to Radiohead Delving deep into the back catalogue of the cult anthems that shaped a generation, Karma Police deliver authentic, note for note live renditions of Radiohead’s most acclaimed and beloved songs.
