Comedy and Blues Festival in Dundalk's Toales

There is a jam-packed lineup in Toales in Dundalk again this week.

Thursday 19th June - El Paso Comedy Club presents Al Porter + Guests- Tickets €15 - Doors open 7.30pm, show starts 8.30pm.

Laughter takes centre stage this June as the El Paso Comedy Club brings national favourite Al Porter to Toales Venue for one night only.

Porter, renowned for his quick wit and charismatic stage presence, has entertained audiences across Ireland on TV and live stages alike.

Expect a high-energy performance peppered with his trademark storytelling and razor-sharp observations. Joining him will be a selection of carefully chosen special guests, promising a well-rounded evening of top-tier comedy, hosted as always by Ms El Paso herself Elizabeth Redmond.

Whether you’re a devoted fan or simply looking for a fun night out, this event guarantees plenty of laughs in the intimate surroundings of Toales.

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Advance booking is advised at Eventbrite. Don’t miss your chance to catch Al Porter live in Dundalk this June!

Thursday 19th July after Al Porter's show - Fireside Sessions presents Eugene O'Hanlon at 10pm – free admission.

Known for his unmistakable style and offbeat charm, Eugene O'Hanlon’s ever-growing catalogue of infectiously quirky songs never fails to captivate.

His performances are as engaging as they are unique, turning every show into an interactive experience.

Admission is free as always, and the music kicks off inside the bar around 10pm, directly after Al Porter’s comedy show in the venue.

Friday 20th June - AvocadoRocks presents Ice Pop/The Vorgs/The Lion Colhoun – Admission €5 - Doors 8pm.

Avocado Rocks, Toales’ longest-running live music club, returns this month with a triple-threat lineup of original talent for just €5 admission.

The bill features three fan favourites all on one night: Ice Pop, The Lion Colhoun, and The Vorgs. Each band has previously brought their unique sound to Toales’ stage, and this special showcase promises an evening of standout performances and unbeatable value.

Gather your friends, grab a pint, and experience why Avocado Rocks remains Dundalk’s go-to for cutting-edge live music.

Saturday 21st at 8pm & Sunday 22nd June at 5pm - Toales Blues Festival. Weekend tickets only €15.

Local live music hub Toales Bar is turning up the heat this summer with the launch of its inaugural Toales Blues Festival, taking place over two nights on Saturday, June 21 and Sunday, June 22.

The festival promises a fiery lineup of some of Ireland’s finest blues and blues-rock artists, all within the warm, intimate setting that has made Toales a favourite for music lovers in the northeast.

Things kick off on Saturday at 8pm, with a solo set from Martin Cummins, frontman of Drogheda’s The Stone Cold Hobos.

Expect a gritty, heartfelt performance featuring original songs and raw reworkings of forgotten blues gems.

Next up, Texas Shuffle brings the heat with a full-throttle tribute to the Texas blues tradition, drawing inspiration from the likes of Stevie Ray Vaughan, ZZ Top, and Buddy Guy.

Closing out the night are Crow Black Chicken, the acclaimed Clonmel trio now touring their latest album "Ghost Dance".

With their riff-heavy, road-worn sound and explosive live presence, they’ve earned comparisons to Gov’t Mule and ZZ Top—and a loyal following across Europe.

On Sunday from 5pm, the blues continue to roll.

James Humston and Willie Owens, a Dundalk-based duo, open the day with a deep, distorted take on Mississippi Delta blues, delivered with soul and swagger.

Following them, Shades of Lizzy crank up the amps for a thunderous, blues-drenched celebration of Thin Lizzy’s iconic catalogue—pulling the melodic soul and power out of Lynott’s songwriting.

Wrapping up the weekend in style are Johnny T & The Bandits, lighting up the stage with a fiery set of Rory Gallagher classics, along with a few dirty blues favourites to send things off with a bang.

Weekend tickets are just €15 and available now on Eventbrite.

With top-shelf talent, unbeatable value, and Toales’ trademark hospitality, this debut edition of the Toales Blues Festival is already shaping up to be a highlight of Ireland’s summer gig calendar.