Lavery's

Lavery's Bus Tour: Pints, Punks & Paramilitaries
2026-08-07 10:30 - 12:00, 2026-08-08 10:30 - 12:00, 2026-08-09 10:30 - 12:00 UTC | Lavery’s, 12-18 Bradbury Place, Belfast, Antrim, BT71RS, United Kingdom
Lavery’s Bus Tour with Paul “Donzo” Donnelly
Pints, Punks & Paramilitaries
Before he was named Wanderlust’s Top UK Tour Guide, Paul “Donzo” Donnelly spent four years working the door at Lavery’s during Belfast’s ceasefire years. From punks to politicians, students to paramilitaries, he had a front-row seat to one of the most fascinating periods in the city’s history.
Join Donzo for Pints, Punks & Paramilitaries, a unique bus tour exploring Belfast’s history, characters, music, nightlife and transformation through the eyes of a man who watched it all unfold from one of the city’s most famous pub doorways.
Part history lesson, part storytelling session and part love letter to Belfast, this 90-minute tour offers a perspective on the city you won’t find anywhere else.
Your ticket includes a pint at Lavery’s at the end of the tour, where the stories can continue after the bus has stopped.
Duration: 90 minutes
Departure: Lavery’s, Belfast
Includes: Guided bus tour & pint at Lavery’s

Project Smok
2026-08-07 19:00 - 2026-08-08 01:00 | Lavery’s, 12-18 Bradbury Place, Belfast, Antrim, BT71RS, United Kingdom
Project Smok is the Indie trad trio of Ali Levack, Ewan Baird and Pablo Lafuente. Known for their ability to effortlessly blend traditional Scottish and Irish music with contemporary new age pop influences. Their high energy live performances and eclectic discography has solidified their place at the forefront of the traditional music scene.

Supported by the incredible Sean McKenna and many more guests.

Valtos
2026-08-08 19:00 - 2026-08-09 01:00 | Lavery’s, 12-18 Bradbury Place, Belfast, Antrim, BT71RS, United Kingdom
Experience the electrifying sound of Valtos live at Lavery’s during the Fleadh Cheoil — a high-energy fusion of traditional Scottish music and modern electronic beats.

Support from special guests Three Pints Deep.

Three Pints Deep
2026-08-08 19:00 - 2026-08-09 01:00 | Lavery’s, 12-18 Bradbury Place, Belfast, Antrim, BT71RS, United Kingdom
Formed in the heart of Belfast’s vibrant traditional music scene, Three Pints Deep have rapidly carved a name for themeselves as the city’s best trad band.
Supporting Valtos.

The Rapparees - Fairytale of the Pogues
2026-08-09 19:00 - 2026-08-10 00:00 | Lavery’s, 12-18 Bradbury Place, Belfast, Antrim, BT71RS, United Kingdom
# The Rapparees
From humble beginnings nearly 15 years ago, **The Rapparees** struck gold when they were invited to support their heroes, *The Pogues*, on tour.
Inspired by that experience and driven by a shared love of Irish folk, punk and storytelling, the band have spent over a decade building a reputation as one of Ireland’s most electrifying live acts. Since 2014, their acclaimed tribute to **Shane MacGowan & The Pogues** has packed venues across Belfast, Dublin and the UK, with more than **30 sold-out shows** and a loyal following that continues to grow year after year.
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## Joining Us For Fleadh Cheoil na hÉireann
This August, we’re delighted to welcome **The Rapparees** to Belfast as part of **Fleadh Cheoil na hÉireann 2026**.
Renowned for their trademark *rough-and-ready* energy, powerful musicianship and deep connection to the music they celebrate, The Rapparees bring all the passion, swagger and spirit of The Pogues to the stage. Expect timeless songs, raised glasses, roaring choruses and the kind of atmosphere that only Irish folk-punk can create.
> “The closest thing you’ll get to seeing The Pogues in full flight.”
Whether you’re a lifelong Pogues devotee or simply looking for one last great night of music during Fleadh week, this is a show that demands to be experienced live.
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## A Fitting Finale
As the final night of our Fleadh programme, this promises to be a fitting send-off to an unforgettable week of music, culture and celebration.
> **One massive sing-along.**
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> **One final celebration.**
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> **One hell of a way to close out the Fleadh.**
### Not to be missed.

Dan Nightingale & Friends - Sunday 16th August 2026
2026-08-16 19:30 - 23:30 | Tom’s, 12-18 Bradbury Place, Belfast, Antrim, BT71RS, United Kingdom
Another tour of brilliant stand-up comedy from Dan Nightingale, host of the Have A Word podcast, and some of his very funny mates. First half is just Dan doing some crowd work and then running out his new set. Second half will be two pro sets from some of the best acts in the country. A great night of entertainment from some of your favourite comics.
Dan will be joined in Dublin & Belfast by Eshaan Akbar & Mark Nelson.

Lavery's Comedy Club
2026-09-02 19:30 - 23:30, 2026-09-03 19:30 - 23:30, 2026-09-09 19:30 - 23:30, 2026-09-10 19:30 - 23:30, 2026-09-16 19:30 - 23:30, 2026-09-17 19:30 - 23:30, 2026-09-23 19:30 - 23:30, 2026-09-24 19:30 - 23:30 and 12 more dates | Tom’s, 12-18 Bradbury Place, Belfast, Antrim, BT71RS, United Kingdom
All dates are currently on sale here. If the date you are looking for is not on sale yet, please check back soon.

Kick Out the Jams
2026-09-07 20:00 - 23:30, 2026-10-05 20:00 - 23:30 | Tom’s, 12-18 Bradbury Place, Belfast, Antrim, BT71RS, United Kingdom
Join us for Belfast’s biggest, best, & most freewheeling open jam—everyone’s welcome so come on down & get in the mix!
Free entry & a free Jameson & Ginger sponsored by our pals over at @jameson_ni / @claudia.jamesonwhiskey
8pm ’til late.
Free drink for all performers. ?
