Jam-packed lineup of music at Toales Live Venue in Dundalk this week

Here's what's happening in Toales Live Venue in Dundalk this week.

Thursday 2nd October - Fireside Sessions Presents Shamrock Showband + Joshua King - Starts 9pm - free admission.

Thursday, October 2nd in Toales Live Venue in Dundalk sees the welcome return of Shamrock Showband for a special Fireside Sessions showcase.

Kicking off at 9pm with free admission, the duo will strip things back with a set of old-time fiddle tunes, country ballads, and original material.

Hailing from Castleblayney and Dundalk, Jamie Bishop (Muckno) and Conor McAuley craft a raw, genre-blending sound rooted in “country and Irish,” infused with punk edge, sampling, and a knowing nod to the legacy of country music in Ireland.

Expect an evening that’s as much about storytelling as it is about song.

Support on the night comes from up-and-coming and Toales favourite local singer/songwriter Joshua King.

Friday 3rd October - SYLVIA SWISH + Auldsy + TCOL - Doors 8PM - Admission €8 / €5 (student)

Toales is delighted to welcome back Sylva Swish, the rising hip-hop artist and producer whose inventive beats and razor-sharp lyricism have been turning heads.

Taking cues from trailblazers like Kanye West and Daft Punk, Sylva and his band push boundaries with bold, genre-bending production and a fearless live energy.

Support on the night comes from Auldsy and TCOL, making this a stacked showcase of fresh talent.

Doors 8pm. Admission €8 / €5 with student ID.

Saturday 4th October - AUR (wee) FEST feat. THE TWISTED SISTERS + Fomorian, Elephant, Psyrin, Rowan Murphy, Eugene O'Hanlon, Catherine McCrystal - Doors 7pm - Tickets €10 online/€13 door.

The spirit of Aurfest is alive and roaring as Aur (Wee) Fest storms into Toales Live Venue, Dundalk on Saturday 4th October.

Doors open at 7pm, with tickets priced at just €10 online via Eventbrite and €13 on the night — and believe us, this is one event you simply cannot afford to miss.

This one-day indoor festival isn’t just a night out, it’s a celebration of everything Aurfest stands for: original music, community spirit, and raw energy.

The line-up is stacked with some of Ireland’s finest, ready to deliver from the very first note.

Headlining are The Twisted Sisters, bringing their trademark firepower to the Toales stage.

But the electricity doesn’t stop there — you’ll also catch the sheer intensity of Fomorian, the captivating soundscapes of Elephant, the sonic experimentation of Psyrin, the soulful talent of Rowan Murphy, the unique artistry of Catherine McCrystal, and the one-of-a-kind presence of Eugene O’Hanlon.

This is not just variety — it’s a showcase of Ireland’s creative heart, all under one roof, all in one unforgettable night.

And here’s what makes it even more special: Aur (Wee) Fest is about giving back.

Every single act is performing for free, with every cent raised going directly towards Aurfest 2026.

By buying your ticket, you’re not just getting a night of top-class music — you’re helping to keep Dundalk’s very own music and arts festival alive, thriving, and growing.

As if that wasn’t enough, festival-goers will get exclusive access to Aurfest 2026 tickets at this year’s prices — and you might even walk away with a pair for free.

That’s right, only those at Aur (Wee) Fest will have this golden opportunity.

So mark it down, tell your friends, and get ready — Aur (Wee) Fest at Toales on October 4th is more than a gig, more than a fundraiser. It’s a movement, a party, and a promise of what’s to come. Miss it, and you’ll miss a piece of Dundalk’s musical soul.