Culture Hub Laois

06/12/2025

Toy library event in Portlaoise. 20 Dec

A fun way for children and families to swap pre-loved toys & find Christmas gifts, engage in play, and learn about sustainability practices

06/12/2025

Christmas markets in Laois 🎄🎄🎄

𝗙𝗲𝘀𝘁𝗶𝘃𝗲 𝗠𝗮𝗿𝗸𝗲𝘁𝘀 𝗔𝗰𝗿𝗼𝘀𝘀 𝗟𝗮𝗼𝗶𝘀 𝘁𝗵𝗶𝘀 𝗗𝗲𝗰𝗲𝗺𝗯𝗲𝗿!

Throughout December, you can explore the festive atmosphere across the county:

𝗔𝗯𝗯𝗲𝘆𝗹𝗲𝗶𝘅 𝗧𝗼𝘄𝗻 𝗠𝗮𝗿𝗸𝗲𝘁 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗖𝗵𝗿𝗶𝘀𝘁𝗺𝗮𝘀 𝗟𝗶𝗴𝗵𝘁𝘀: Explore the local Christmas Market stalls in Abbeyleix Market Square. The market square comes alive with market stalls, music and festive cheer. Make sure to get there in time to meet the main man himself Santa at 2.30pm. Guaranteed fun for all the family and a fantastic way to shop local .

𝗦𝘁𝗿𝗮𝗱𝗯𝗮𝗹𝗹𝘆 𝗖𝗵𝗿𝗶𝘀𝘁𝗺𝗮𝘀 𝗠𝗮𝗿𝗸𝗲𝘁: On December 7th, enjoy the charming, small-town atmosphere of the Stradbally Christmas Market, which is packed with local crafts and festive cheer.

𝗙𝗶𝘁𝘇 𝗼𝗳 𝗜𝗻𝗰𝗵 𝗖𝗵𝗿𝗶𝘀𝘁𝗺𝗮𝘀 𝗖𝗿𝗮𝗳𝘁 𝗙𝗮𝗶𝗿 & 𝗠𝗮𝗿𝗸𝗲𝘁: Head to Fitz of Inch from December 12th–14th for an immersive Christmas Festival experience that combines a bustling craft fair with concerts and festive dining.

𝗧𝗵𝗲 𝗙𝗮𝗹𝗹𝘀, 𝗚𝗹𝗲𝗻𝗯𝗮𝗿𝗿𝗼𝘄 𝗖𝗵𝗿𝗶𝘀𝘁𝗺𝗮𝘀 𝗠𝗮𝗿𝗸𝗲𝘁: For a truly picturesque shopping experience, visit The Falls at Glenbarrow on December 7th and 14th, offering unique gifts in a stunning natural setting.

𝗦𝗼𝗹𝗮𝘀 𝗖𝗵𝗿𝗶𝘀𝘁𝗺𝗮𝘀 𝗠𝗮𝗿𝗸𝗲𝘁𝘀 – Portarlington: Get into the festive spirit at Solas Eco Garden Centre this Christmas!
Enjoy local crafts, delicious treats, and plenty of holiday cheer across festive Sundays: Dec 7 | Dec 14 | Dec 21

𝗧𝗶𝗺𝗮𝗵𝗼𝗲 𝗖𝗵𝗿𝗶𝘀𝘁𝗺𝗮𝘀 𝗙𝗮𝗶𝗿: Get ready for a magical evening of festive fun, food, musical entertainment, and local Christmas cheer at the Timahoe Christmas Fair on Friday, December 6th, from 3:00 pm to 7:00 pm!

More info about Christmas in Laois on our latest blog post - https://laoistourism.ie/christmas-in-laois-your-guide-to-festive-fun-across-the-county/

06/12/2025

Christmas Classics by Candlelight 🕯🕯🕯🕯13th Dec in Portlaoise

✨ Experience Christmas Classics by Candlelight in Portlaoise!

The acclaimed Midlands String Quartet, featuring special guest soprano Yvonne O'Toole, presents a magical evening of festive music at St. Peter's Church of Ireland on Saturday, December 13th. Doors open at 7:30pm for an 8pm concert.

Tickets are available on the door.

Find full details on the Laois Tourism website: https://laoistourism.ie/event/christmas-classics-by-candlelight/

Midlands String Quartet

06/12/2025

Fiddle workshop🎻🎻🎻

Shared from our community: A brilliant Fiddle Workshop is coming up, and we’re delighted to help spread the word! Whether you’re a beginner or looking to sharpen your skills, it’s a great chance to learn, play, and connect.

06/12/2025

Christmas show for kids. 13th Dec Dunamaise Arts Centre
https://www.facebook.com/share/17cMLfchU7/

Portlaoise Family Resource Centre

This Christmas, give your child something unforgettable… the gift of theatre!

Join us for “I Want a Hippo for Christmas!” a festive, fun-packed, theatre show that gets kids off screens and into the magic of live performance!!

Perfect for getting into the holiday spirit! 🎄
Book online now... https://www.dunamaise.ie/whats-on/shows-and-events/i-want-a-hippopotamus-for-christmas

29/11/2025

Christmas Market with many local makers until 8pm today Dunamaise Arts Centre

23/10/2025

Great opportunity for Laois Creatives.

17/10/2025

Chess club meeting

Come join the Social Chess Club in Portlaoise! It's casual chess games with no timer. All levels are welcome! At this moment, it's for adults only. You need to know how to

06/10/2025

DIY workshop for women in Portlaoise!

25/09/2025

For all the tea lovers 🍵🫖🍵

🚨 THIS EVENING! PORTLAOISE.

Chocolate Brown Coffee Shop welcomes you to join them on a journey like no other, full of new and unique flavors!

Are you a regular sipper, a curious sipper or a serious sipper?

Main St, Portlaoise 25/09/25 at 6pm - 7:30pm

Chocolate Brown

24/09/2025

Free workshops

10/08/2025

Art Camp with Arty Party Place

Share the love - mates rates for our kids camp starts on Tues - €5 each sibling discount and a huge 80 euro when you book 5 kids together, making it just €65 each for a group of 5.