Sunday Jazz with the Lounge Quartet
The Lounge Quartet have built up a strong following in their Sunday tenure at Walters. Delivering swinging standards from the Great American Songbook, this jazz band is sure to provide the ideal soundtrack to your chill out Sunday.
Organ Freeman - Weekly Jazz Sundays
Organ Freeman – Irish jazz organ trio
Organ Freeman specialises in the music of the bebop and hard bop idioms of the early 1950s and 60s. Playing standards by composers such as Miles Davis, Sonny Rollins, Wayne Shorter, and many more in the classic organ trio format.
Brewhouse Jazz
A lively fun Sunday jazz session in our beergarden, this weekly event offers a relaxed end-of-weekend, with the space to bop along too! With influences including Django Reinhardt, Stéphane Grappelli, Oscar Peterson and a plethora of many other jazz giants, Pinky Trolley bring a classic approach to equally classic music.
Dock Street Jazz Club: Andreas Varady Trio
Our weekly jazz club curated by MOBO nominated drummer David Lyttle. The best Irish and International Jazz musicians, in the intimate setting of our upstairs bar. This week features Andreas Varady.
Pizza Jazz at Lucky's (Live Trio)
Grab a pizza and a pint and enjoy some live jazz provided by some of Dublin's finest musicians. Expect tunes by the likes of Herbie Hancock, Weather Report and Sun Ra.
The Essential Big Band
Swing into action this Wednesday night at Killester Donnycarney Football Club, with a powerhouse performance by The Essential Big Band—Dublin’s longest-running big band! From 9:30PM to 11:30PM, enjoy the bold brass, smooth sax, and timeless swing of a full 17-piece ensemble as they bring the music of Glenn Miller, Count Basie, Frank Sinatra, Bobby Darin, and more to life. It’s a feel-good night of classic big band favourites in a lively, welcoming atmosphere. Bring your friends and soak up the great vibes—live big band music has never sounded so good!
Hot Jazz & Swing with the Tenters Gypsy Jazz Band
Just like Django Reinhardt’s quintessential gypsy jazz band of the 1930’s, the ‘Quintette du Hot Club de France’, the Tenters are a 5-piece jazz band following in the footsteps of the greats with their lineup of viola, bass and 3 guitars.
The 115 Spot Jazz Jam Session
Live Jazz Jam Session in the heart of Cork City every Thursday from 9pm. Hosted by a house band of some of Cork’s finest jazzers & humans. All are welcome to participate for a tune or two. If that’s not your bag then simply take in the atmosphere with some food & refreshments served until late.
Sorcha McCague Quartet
Irish Jazz Harpist
For all of you experiencing post-Christmas blues, Sorcha Mc Cague promises a special evening at Arthur’s Jazz Club with her unique jazz quartet. Harp is not a typical instrument in jazz music with a few historic exceptions.
Portlaoise Jazz Festival 2026
Portlaoise Jazz Festival takes place from January 30th – February 1st in a multi-day celebration of live jazz across Portlaoise, Co. Laois, presenting a diverse programme of performances in venues throughout the town.
Chip Wickham
Saxophonist, flautist, and producer Chip Wickham casts a formidable shadow across the UK jazz scene. From his early days in the UK breakbeat scene to a 17-year collaboration with Gondwana Records, Chip has crafted a series of acclaimed solo albums drawing on spiritual jazz, 60s British jazz, and contemporary influences like Jazzanova and The Cinematic Orchestra.
Lee Meehan - Portlaoise Jazz Festival 2026
Dublin- based jazz guitarist and vocalist Lee Meehan has been a vibrant presence on the Irish music scene for over twenty years. Initially making his mark in blues and soul circles, he performed with notable acts such as Don Baker, The 9 Bars, Gotcha!, The Business, Rob Strong and Damien Dempsey.
Scott's Jazz Club Presents: Zak Irvine Quartet
Zak Irvine is a Belfast-based jazz pianist and bandleader originally from Bangor. He is currently studying a BMus in Music at Queen’s University. With a foundation in classical music, Zak has honed his piano technique from a young age, developing a polished and versatile style.
Jazz, Blues & Soul Lucky Dip
A revolving roster of jazz and blues acts featuring some of Ireland's finest musicians from Richie Buckley and Chris Comhaill to Ben Prevo and Karl Clews. Expect fabulous music as the perfect backdrop to your Saturday afternoon.
Des Hopkins Dixieland Jazz Band - Portlaoise Jazz Festival 2026
Deriving from Ireland’s original Guinness Jazz Band, so popular in the 80’s and 90’s, they have played and continue to play major jazz festivals, jazz clubs throughout Europe, with regular performances in Germany, Scandinavia, the UK, and Ireland.