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.
- Spafford Campbell
Spafford Campbell Spafford Campbell are twenty-something mould-breakers, fiddle player Owen Spafford and guitarist Louis Campbell. The two first met as teenagers playing traditional music.
- Christopher Macarthur-Boyd - Howling at the Moon
Christopher Macarthur-Boyd - Howling at the Moon One of the hottest tickets at the Fringe in 2025, Howling At The Moon is CMB’s new show of nocturnal stand-up about neurodivergence, sexuality and lunacy.
- Nate Bergman
Nate Bergman Nate Bergman is an American singer-songwriter known for his powerful voice and genre-blending style that fuses rock, soul, country, and folk. His deeply personal song material is often balanced by equally sardonic and dark lyrics.
- The Handsome Family
The Handsome Family The Handsome Family have announced a UK and Irish tour to mark the re-release of their classic album “Singing Bones”.
- The Would Be's
The Would Be's The Would Be’s are an Indie pop band from Co.Cavan, Ireland formed in the early 1990’s. See them at Whelan's Upstairs on Friday 15 May 2026.
- DOMINDA
DOMINDA DOMINDA is a five-piece powerhouse igniting the Dublin music scene with their electrifying blend of rock & roll, funk, and soulful songwriting.
- Róisín O
Róisín O Acclaimed Irish singer-songwriter Róisín O announces The Magic Tour, a heartfelt nationwide tour across Ireland in early 2026 including Whelan's Dublin on Saturday 16 May 2026.
- Grace Mulvey: Did You Hear We're All Going To Die?
Arts and cultureGrace Mulvey: Did You Hear We're All Going To Die? Grace doesn’t fear death. Just back fat, fascism, and low-rise jeans. Dubbed the Death Queen, she’s here to teach you how not to be weird about loss.
