Westport Town Hall has been at the cultural heart of Westport since first opening its doors to the public in the early 1900s. Located centrally on the Octagon (the town’s main civic space), it has been home to many of the towns active arts, community and voluntary organisations. Keeping everyone entertained with a wide and varied mix of drama, music, comedy, festivals and so much more.
Cultural Heart of Westport Drama Music Comedy & More
February 2026 Events
Neil Delamere - Reinventing the Neil
Thursday 12th February | 8PM
Our comedic adventurer returns with a brand new stand-up show, packed to the brim of tall tales and hilarious stories. Join the star of the Blame Game, Live at the Apollo, QI and The Celebrity Chase as he ponders the eternal question, if it ain't broke should he fix it?
“A wryly brilliant live performer” ***** - Sunday Times
"No TV camera could accurately measure the lightning speed of Delamere’s wit… breezily elicits belly laughs from each and every exchange” - The Irish Times
Currently Sold Out - but you can join the waiting list you never know!
Dubliner - The Luke Kelly Story
DUBLINER THE LUKE KELLY STORY | Feb 21st 2026 | Doors: 7.30pm | Show: 8.00pm
On January 30th 1984 it is said that the whole of Ireland grieved the early death of Dubliner Luke Kelly. He has left an indelible mark as being the greatest folk artist of the 20th Century and his music is widely regarded as one of Ireland's cultural treasures.
Created and performed by the renowned Dublin singer and muti-instrumentalist Chris Kavanagh, this 90 minute show with multi-vision background throughout brings the audience on a journey through Luke’s music and has received rave reviews in Ireland and abroad.
An overwhelming endorsement of authenticity is the huge amount of followers and regular sell-out performances in Ireland’s most prestigious venues such as The Cork Opera House, the Grand Opera House and Dublin’s Vicar Street which was even attended by President Michael D Higgins & his wife Sabina.
In 2011 Chris was asked by John Sheahan to perform with The Dubliners on their German tour and he also made a guest appearance on their 50th Anniversary Dvd and Luke’s family are still in regular attendance at his Dublin concerts.
This exciting show brings to life that unique atmosphere that made Luke so special and it has even been said by countless audience members that his presence can be felt on stage 40 years on.
“A beautiful blast from our beautiful past” – TODAY FM
“You might find that you have to pinch yourself” – RTE
“A Must!” – The Irish Times
“This famous member of The Dubliners can rest easy that his legacy is in safe hands.” – Shay Healy
“We’re so Proud and delighted with the way Chris Kavanagh has honored Luke’s music and memory with such dignity and respect.” – The Kelly Family
Kilmeena Drama Group - Better Late than Never - By Jimmy Keary
Kilmeena Drama Group | Tues 24th - Thurs 26th Feb | Doors 7.30pm | Curtain up 8.00pm
Tickets €18/ €16
Better Late Than Never
by Jimmy Keary
Phyllis Maye is a lonely, unmarried woman in her forties. She is dominated by her slightly older sister, Marjorie Lord. Marjorie delights in setting Phyllis up on totally unsuitable dates and then watching her be humiliated. She blames Phyllis for her unhappy childhood.
Then, by chance, Phyllis meets Emmet Hurley, a photographer, and there is an instant attraction between them. As romance slowly blossoms between Phyllis and Emmet, Marjorie sets out to break up the couple by whatever means she can.
Meanwhile Marjorie’s husband, Albert, who has been secretly in love with Phyllis for many years, finally makes his move.
Matters are further complicated by a secret admirer of Emmet’s.
Confusion, mayhem and a barrel of laughs ensues !
The Swing Cats - Kings of Swing Tour 2026
Luke Thomas & The Swing Cats | KINGS OF SWING TOUR 2026 | Saturday, 28th February
8pm | Tickets: €28
Join Ireland's King Of Swing Luke Thomas and his band The Swing Cats for The KINGS OF SWING TOUR... celebrating 100 years of SWING MUSIC from the 1920's to the modern day!! After a triumphant 2025 including stellar sets at Electric Picnic and Headline slot at Cork Jazz Festival, Luke and his band their brand new tour!! Featuring all your favorite SWING and Big Band songs like Sing Sing Sing, Puttin' On The Ritz, Mack The Knife to Crooning classics like Mr. Bojangles, Fly Me To The Moon, New York plus many more performed by THE BEST IN THE BUSINESS-Luke Thomas & The Swing Cats!!
An absolute must for all SWING music fans.As seen on The Late Late Show, Ireland Am, The Today Show, The Six O'Clock Show and every major radio station in the country...
With two #1 Albums, 3 TV Concert Specials, 9 personally requested performances for President Higgins and countless sellout tours you can’t afford to miss this show. Catch Ireland’s King Of Swing and his band when they come to town in Spring 2026!
January 2026 Events
Comedy with Anne Gildea in Further adventures in Womaning
Saturday 17th January 2026 | Show 8pm | Ticket €22
From Anne Gildea, the woman who taught you How to Get The Menopause and Enjoy It, comes a brand new show: Further Adventures in WOMANING. And what an hilarious adventure it’s going to be!
Join us as Anne explores the world of the feminine, the mammy, the twerky dancer: From 18-hour girdles and Housewives of The Year, to ripped influencer grannies pumping iron on Insta, from the Sunday drive to the spa break, from Angel Delight to Ozempic and back to the chiffon scarf test, Anne weaves a pant-wetting path through a changing half century of womany stuff - and that’s just the tip of the Anneberg!
What Audiences Are Saying
“Hilarious.” “200% Recommend.”
“An incredible energy and a Brilliant show.”
“Amazing night, died laughing.”
“I’m going to bring my sisters.”
Acorn Players Present Loophole a comedy by John McManus
Acorn Palyers Present "Loophole" A Comedy play by John McManus
Saturday, January 24th 2026 | Curtain Up: 8pm | Tickets: €20/18
On the surface, it seems that miserable farmers Paidi and Cass are best friends, but time will tell. Paidi has been given just six months left to live and decides to leave the land to Cass. Paidi's no-good brother Rooster is likely to cause problems but hopefully local solicitor Miss Murphy will sort everything out, with the help of the two nosey neighbours Mairead and Molly. This hilariously funny 3 act play is performed by the Leitrim based Acorn Players and written by John McManus.
Sin & Tonic
Thursday 29th, Friday 30th & Saturday 31st January 2026
Westport playwright Fiona Hoban and The Unmasked Players are back with another original production!
A sudden death sends shockwaves through a quiet village, shaking its close-knit community to the core. Neighbours rally together for the traditional Irish wake. At first, it's an evening of shared grief and cups of tea.
But the calm is short-lived with the arrival of an unexpected visitor.
What follows is a cascade of revelations that threatens to unravel the very fabric of the community. Old wounds are reopened, secrets once hidden come into the light and truths long buried are finally heard.
As the night unfolds – and the alcohol flows - loyalties are tested, identities questioned, and fault lines show. By the time the deceased is taken to their final resting place, nothing—and no one—will ever be quite the same again.
"Sin & Tonic" is an emotionally charged and darkly humorous play that goes beneath the veneer of normalcy.
*This play touches on the subject of suicide; we recommend viewer discretion for those sensitive to this topic.