Whelan's
4.5
14:30 - 02:30
Monday
14:30 - 02:30
Tuesday
14:30 - 02:30
Wednesday
14:30 - 02:30
Thursday
14:30 - 02:30
Friday
14:30 - 02:30
Saturday
17:00 - 02:30
Sunday
17:00 - 01:30
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Whelan's is Dublin's original live music venue & best indie nightclub. First established in 1989, it has become one of the most important venues in Ireland for catching international and local bands. Open late seven nights a week!
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4.5
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shane m
Dublin, Ireland2 contributions
Jun 2023 • Friends
Silent Disco was amazing! Great tunes! Dance until I dropped. Dan and Tadhgh killed it! Yours sincerely, Honest Shane.
Written 31 May 2023
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Nicola Whelan
Gorey, Ireland97 contributions
May 2023 • Couples
Fabulous food! Fabulous ambience! Love it there! I would recommend it. We had a lovely time and really enjoyed ourselves! Sex sex sex!
Written 18 May 2023
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tinae426
Portland, OR11 contributions
Feb 2023 • Couples
My hubby and I just landed in Dublin and wandered around. In our second night we just happened to walk into this place. We ordered some drinks and asked about who was playing that evening. It was a group called Imar. They were Scottish blokes who were trained in traditional Irish music. It was fantastic! There was an opener who we missed all but his last tune. We were there towards the end of February. It cost about 20 euros. I video taped them. Whelan’s has excellent bands. On our return from Galway, we went there again and met some fabulous people.
Written 5 May 2023
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Karen B
UK37 contributions
Apr 2023 • Friends
We were visiting from overseas and had been out for dinner having had a lovely evening. We wanted to see live music so walked about 30 mins in the rain and we heard Whelans was good myself, my husband and 2 boys 20 and 24 arrived at the door and a bouncer lady told the man that she didn’t want us in. She said my son who had had a Guiness with dinner was drunk ( it was a family evening and no 1 beer had not made him drunk) we assumed this was Irish humour and a joke but no it was not and spoilt our evening.
Written 22 April 2023
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Laurence B
1 contribution
Apr 2023 • Friends
Bouncer was aggressive and rude. Didn’t let us in before saying anything, avoid this place. The rest of the city has great bars with friendly staff.
Written 22 April 2023
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Aimee
London, UK36 contributions
Jan 2023 • Solo
This is a really nice spot!
I came here last year in March 2022 but I was with friends. As I was here alone this year I decided to go here as I felt safe due to previously visiting here. The staff are really friendly and welcoming. As are the crowds that come here.
They have silent discos a few nights a week as well as offering other events such as comedy clubs.
This is a really nice spot for solo travellers and tourists as all is welcomed here!
Large range of drinks from beers to cocktails!
Overall the atmosphere is really pleasant!
I completely recommend this place to anyone who visits Dublin whether they are in a group or solo travelling! Absolutely wonderful people!!!
I came here last year in March 2022 but I was with friends. As I was here alone this year I decided to go here as I felt safe due to previously visiting here. The staff are really friendly and welcoming. As are the crowds that come here.
They have silent discos a few nights a week as well as offering other events such as comedy clubs.
This is a really nice spot for solo travellers and tourists as all is welcomed here!
Large range of drinks from beers to cocktails!
Overall the atmosphere is really pleasant!
I completely recommend this place to anyone who visits Dublin whether they are in a group or solo travelling! Absolutely wonderful people!!!
Written 10 January 2023
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Ask-the-Catz
Dublin, Ireland218 contributions
Sep 2022 • Friends
Great live music venue in Dublin. Live acts easy to see on stage plenty of staff serving drinks so no long wait time. Sound very good and great atmosphere.
Written 1 October 2022
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Resort701792
1 contribution
Aug 2022 • Friends
Stopped by the 2 handsome bartender allowed us to go to the bar/venue to take pix where they filmed part of “PS I love you” it was so awesome. A BIG THANK YOU TO THE BARTENDERS. You know who you are, very very much appreciated.
Written 2 August 2022
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LondonBeachbum
London, UK23 contributions
Jun 2022
Wanted to do something different while visiting Dublin and booked to see Gerry Fish (whom I had not heard of before). We were not disappointed by the experience and a great night was had by all, the drinks are reasonably priced and the bathrooms were clean. I would say take a chance and come and see a band here if you are visiting.
Written 6 June 2022
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James A
1 contribution
May 2022 • Friends
Great music venue and bar,toilets aren't good no locks on the cubicles in the mens downstairs. It doesn't stop people doing drugs just peoples privacy.
Written 30 May 2022
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the4ts
20 contributions
Can you take a camera into the music venue to take photos? Obviously no video recording allowed but I would like to grab some photos, if possible. Thanks!
Sarah
Dublin, Ireland
Hi! I was thinking of booking tickets to a concert taking place here but before i do that i’m just wondering if this venue is 18+ and if people under the age of 18 can get in with someone over 18 (sorry if that’s worded horribly)
myrtle c
Belfast, UK61 contributions
Not sure but I think it's 18+ only. .best to get in touch with them ...might depend on act and time of day and parental guidance etc.....sorry can't be exact
I am coming September 16, 2018 to see Home Free and I bought 2 VIP tickets and it says guarantee setting. Where are the seats since it is mostly a standing gig? If they are not in the front can you see the stage and how far away are they from the stage? I am not able to stand or walk very far. I’m crossing the pond to meet new twin grandkids and will see these guys again while I’m there. You are very fortunate to host Home Free because there is not any other group out there that preform like this group‼️
Flymo2014
Newtownabbey, UK23 contributions
There is limited seating at this venue, a couple of seated booths downstairs to the side of the stage and some seating upstairs in the balcony area. If you need to sit during the performance then you need to arrive early as first come first served or seated as in this case.
Vicki M
Meribel, France4 contributions
Are there parking facilities near by? for a gig on sunday night?
David A
Dublin, Ireland2 contributions
Hi Vicky.
Just on street parking. Be careful though as they clamp until Midnight.Some streets nearby have a single line so parking is allowed after 7pm. New Bride Street is probably your best option that way as its close to the venue.
carlacon85
Liverpool, UK
I'm looking to come to wheelans for my birthday weekend, anyone know of a good b&b between the airport and wheelans please. Or hotel which isn't too expensive
Thank you
Carla xx
Sprost1
Formby, UK303 contributions
Hi there. We stayed at the Albany House and got a good deal. Clean and nice continental breakfast. From here it's about a ten minute walk to Wheelans I think. There are lots of places around though. Try ringing them direct for the best price.
Dawn S
24 contributions
Hi there, is it possible to just go here for a drink and food or do I have to buy tickets for a band? If so can i get tickets on the door? Thankyou
Irishhound
Dublin, Ireland6 contributions
Thanks for your enquiry. We have a bar that opens every evening from 5pm and it's free in. We don't do food though. Tickets for a lot of shows will be on sale on the night. But it varies. Best to get in advance through our webpage to be sure..
aine_o_c
Galway, Ireland22 contributions
If you have a party in the parlour bar on a Saturday night, is a dj provided? Or is there even music coming through speakers?
David A
Dublin, Ireland2 contributions
Hi Aine. Most people just plug an iPod with their own music/mix on it... But a DJ can be hired in if needed...
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WHELAN'S (Dublin) - 2023 All You Need to Know BEFORE You Go
Frequently Asked Questions about Whelan's
- Whelan's is open:
- Sun - Sun 17:00 - 01:30
- Mon - Fri 14:30 - 02:30
- Sat - Sat 17:00 - 02:30
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