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Madra Salach are a six-piece experimental folk band from Dublin, blending traditional Irish instruments with synths, drones and post-rock distortion. Their debut EP, It’s a Hell of an Age, reached No. 1 on the Irish independent chart. Known for energetic live shows, they have toured across Ireland, the UK and Europe and featured on The Songs of Shane MacGowan tribute project.

Following the success of series 4 and 5, acclaimed horror audio drama Petrified brings a terrifying new live show to London’s Irish Cultural Centre, Hammersmith, on Friday 16 October. Created by Peter Dunne and Liam Geraghty, the anthology explores ordinary people facing the supernatural. The cast includes Michelle McMahon, Donncha O’Dea and Margaret McAuliffe. Petrified has won acclaim at the New York Festivals Radio Awards and Irish Podcast Awards.

Irish band Boyzlife brings together former Boyzone star Keith Duffy and Westlife singer Brian McFadden for a hit-filled live show celebrating nearly a decade as a duo. What began as an autobiographical tour of stories and songs has grown into an international production featuring a full live band, special effects and some of Boyzone and Westlife’s biggest hits.

Uncover Ireland’s legendary death messenger, the Banshee and her link to grief, folklore and the lives of women in Irish history. With Q&A.

The Banshee, or Bean Sídhe, has haunted Irish folklore for centuries, warning of death through her eerie cry. But who is she actually? A fairy, a ghost or a surviving echo of Ireland’s pre-Christian past? Many believe the Banshee comes from older Irish beliefs about the spirit world, especially stories of powerful supernatural women that existed in Ireland before Christianity. She also reflects something deeper: what Irish society expected of women, and how those expectations changed over time.

In this talk, historian Dr Gillian Kenny traces the Banshee from medieval sources through to twentieth-century family memory. We’ll dive into details such as why she was believed to follow certain Irish families or why she so often appears combing her hair. We’ll also look at how her cry connects to ‘keening’, an old Irish mourning tradition where women sang laments for the dead at funerals. Blending folklore, history, gender, and belief, you will walk away with a richer understanding of how Ireland imagined the supernatural, mourned its dead, and remembered the women who stood at the edge of both.

Doors open at 7pm, talk starts at 7:30pm - come down early to grab a good seat!

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Speaker Bio:

Dr Gillian Kenny is a historian of medieval and early modern Ireland whose work focuses on women, magic, and folklore. She is Adjunct Associate Professor in the UCD School of History and Visiting Research Fellow at Trinity College Dublin. She has taught widely on Irish folklore and the supernatural, including the Banshee, witches and witch-hunting in Ireland, the Irish art of cursing, and the long history of magic and the women who practised it across Irish history. She has appeared on The Rest Is History and You're Dead to Me, along with numerous other podcasts and television programmes discussing Irish history.

Come join award winning Irish food & drinks writer Oisín Davis as he hosts the London launch for his second book, "The Irish Whiskey Cookbook" in Homeboy Bar Islington.

Discover Ireland’s strange history of witchcraft, from medieval sorcery trials to fairy-haunted villages. With fewer than ten trials over four centuries, why was Ireland so different from the rest of Europe? Explore extraordinary cases of wealthy widows, demonic lovers and mysterious possessions, and uncover how belief in fairies and cunning folk shaped Ireland’s supernatural world. Followed by a Q&A.

London’s 28th Festival of Traditional Irish music, song and dance.

4 days packed with concerts, céilís, workshops, album launches, film screening, sessions and more!

Constance Markievicz (1868-1927) was a revolutionary, a suffragist, and a socialist and the first woman ever elected to the Parliament of the United Kingdom. Born into privilege in the Anglo‑Irish ruling class, she turned her back on wealth and convention to fight for Ireland’s freedom and social justice.

In this powerful one‑woman performance, Constance looks back on her extraordinary life, from the drawing rooms of privilege to the prison cells of rebellion. Through her eyes we witness the great turning points of Irish history: the Little Famine, the Gaelic Revival, the Great War, the Easter Rising, and the Civil War.

‘Echoes of a Soul ‘commemorates almost one hundred years since her death a century after a woman’s voice first shook the foundations of empire. This show will be of interest to those who would like to know more about Irish history.

Most Peculiar Dreams is an original Irish musical currently in development.

Set in 1950s New York, the musical explores how chance encounters and small interventions can influence a person’s fate. Written and composed by Fergus Foran, it is a heartfelt story of ambition, love, family, friendship and finding a way through loss.

Since its first workshops, the musical has progressed through a 2022 workshop tour, full showcase productions at The Helix in 2023 and 2024, and the recording and release of its original cast album.

Originally from Belfast, Reece now lives in London, performing at top comedy clubs during the week while touring internationally on weekends. Over the last two years, he has brought his comedy to audiences in more than 30 countries.

Following a sell-out 2024 tour, Cork comedian Andrew Ryan returns with his brand-new show, Everything Is Fine, Until It’s Not! Newly married, confident and seemingly delighted with life, Andrew reveals the chaos beneath the surface through hilarious stories of pet ownership, poor decisions, misreading the room and his ongoing frustration with the world. As heard on Q Radio and seen on RTÉ, BBC and Comedy Central.

Experience the extraordinary voice of Radie Peat, celebrated Irish folk singer and member of Lankum and ØXN, live at London's iconic Union Chapel. Renowned for her powerful contralto voice and haunting interpretations of traditional Irish music, Radie brings emotional depth, dark storytelling and a distinctive contemporary edge to Irish folk. An unforgettable evening with one of Ireland's most compelling vocalists.

Chasing Abbey are an award-winning trio from Ireland known for their electrifying fusion of electronic production and Celtic influences. Formed after meeting in school, the band have earned multiple platinum singles and built a global reputation for filling venues with their high-energy, unforgettable live performances.

Named after the ancient Celtic harvest festival honouring the god Lugh, Lúnasa was formed in 1997 by musicians from some of the finest Irish bands of the previous decade. Described early on by Folk Roots magazine as an “Irish music dream team”, they have gone on to perform more than 3,000 concerts across 36 countries, earning multiple awards and helping to redefine the possibilities of Irish traditional instrumental music.

Damien Dempsey is one of Ireland’s most celebrated singer-songwriters, renowned for his powerful voice, heartfelt lyrics and unforgettable live performances. Since his 2000 debut, he has released chart-topping albums, sold out venues worldwide and built a devoted following. His acclaimed 2024 double album Hold Your Joy reaffirmed his status as a modern Irish music icon.

Dave Lofts brings raw, anthemic storytelling and indie-folk soul, drawing comparisons to a young Van Morrison and Paolo Nutini. A former member of the Irish Defence Forces, Dave has sold out 25 consecutive Irish headline shows and his debut UK tour, including London. With 500k+ monthly Spotify listeners, he’s shared stages with Dermot Kennedy, Gavin James, Picture This and Kingfishr, and performed at Electric Picnic and All Together Now.

Join award-winning Irish filmmaker Maeve Murphy for the UK premiere of The Geography of Violence at the Irish Cultural Centre, London. This acclaimed trilogy of short films explores gender-based violence and its devastating impact. The free screening will be followed by a panel discussion and Q&A featuring Maeve Murphy and actor Kellie Shirley, exploring domestic violence, Jennie’s Law and the campaign for a UK register of domestic abuse offenders

Alt-pop four-piece from Athy, Ireland who originally began as a duo featuring Ryan Hennessy and Jimmy Rainsford, later joined by Owen Cardiff and Cliff Deane. Their self-titled debut album in 2017 was certified as triple platinum in Ireland and held the number one spot in the Irish Album Chart for four weeks

Experience the London premiere of A Quiet Love, an award-winning Irish documentary directed by Garry Keane. Follow three Deaf couples through extraordinary stories of forbidden romance, LGBTQ+ parenthood and life-changing decisions. A moving celebration of love, resilience and relationships, produced by a Deaf and hearing team. Join the screening at the Irish Cultural Centre, followed by a Q&A with the filmmakers.

The annual Irish Post Awards are one of the most prestigious celebrations of Irish achievement in Britain. Held in London, the gala evening brings together leading figures from business, sport, entertainment, culture and public life to honour individuals and organisations making an outstanding contribution to Ireland and the global Irish community.

Experience Conor McLain live on his international 'Better Plans' Tour.

Fresh from a sold-out 2025 UK and European tour, Conor McLain brings his critically acclaimed debut album ‘Something Starting’ and newest singles to ‘Colours Hoxton’ in London for one unforgettable night.

With multiple BBC Radio features and opening performances for major industry names such as James Arthur and Gavin James, Conor has built a reputation for shows that are raw, intimate, and powerful.

Blending heartfelt Pop with Acoustic Folk, he and his band create moments you'll be talking about for years.

As we gather to celebrate the Christmas season, this event is more than just a social occasion. It’s an opportunity to reconnect with friends, make new ones, and show your support for icap’s ongoing mission to provide culturally sensitive counselling and psychotherapy services to the Irish community in the UK. Every ticket purchased helps ICAP to continue offering vital support to those in need.

This event is kindly sponsored by Green & Fortune and John Nugent, icap hospitality ambassador.

Join Irish Heritage for the annual Christmas by Candlelight at St. George's Church. Featuring Irish Heritage bursary winners and the Irish Heritage choir. This is always their most popular event of the year so book early to guarantee your seats! Tickets include a programme, wine and mince pie reception.

Get ready for a riotous night with Mr. Irish Bastard, one of the world’s leading Celtic punk bands. Formed in Germany, the band combines raucous Irish folk, infectious punk energy and outrageous humour. Having shared stages with The Pogues, Dropkick Murphys and Flogging Molly, they bring nearly 20 years of anthems and unforgettable live performances to the stage. Expect banjos, guitars, singalong choruses and pure mayhem as they tour their seventh album, Battle Songs of the Damned.

Details will be announced over the next few months

Irish comedian Emma Doran brings her smash-hit stand-up show "Emmaculate" to the London Palladium. The show, which covers topics like blended family life and womanhood, marks her largest headline show in London.

Join at the Lodge Cafe by Hyde Park Corner for the fifth annual London St Patrick's Day Run!

Complete a social running 5k lap of the perimiter of the Serpentine in Hyde Park - following the trails closest to the Serpentine, keeping it always on your right - before returning to the Lodge Cafe.

Then follow on to a post run social at a nearby Irish themed bar. The pub is booked!!!

Discover Amble, the Irish folk trio taking the music world by storm. Featuring Robbie Cunningham, Ross McNerney and Oisín McCaffrey, the band blends rich harmonies, heartfelt storytelling and beautiful acoustic melodies. From their breakout hits Mariner Boy and Lonely Island to their chart-topping debut album Reverie, Amble have captivated audiences worldwide with their distinctive contemporary Irish folk sound.