Dublin: Merry Ploughboys Irish Night

Step into the heart of Irish tradition with the Merry Ploughboys Irish Night, one of Dublin’s most iconic and best-loved evening experiences. Perfect for visitors looking to enjoy a fun, authentic, and memorable night out, this lively event combines the very best of traditional Irish music, spirited song, professional Irish dancing, and classic local hospitality in one unforgettable show. Held at the famous Merry Ploughboy Irish Music Pub, this is much more than just a dinner and performance — it is a true cultural celebration where guests are welcomed into a warm and energetic atmosphere from the moment they arrive.

What makes this experience especially unique is that the Merry Ploughboy Pub is the only pub in Ireland owned and run by traditional musicians, giving the evening a genuine and deeply authentic character. The performers are not simply entertainers — they are passionate musicians who live and breathe Irish folk music, creating an atmosphere that feels personal, engaging, and wonderfully real. Over the course of the evening, you will enjoy a highly interactive show filled with live traditional tunes, humorous storytelling, audience participation, and energetic dance performances that bring Irish culture vividly to life. It is an ideal choice for couples, families, solo travelers, and groups looking for a relaxed yet entertaining night in Dublin.

The event has earned an outstanding reputation and has been awarded Ireland’s best dinner/show event for nine consecutive years, a reflection of both the quality of the performance and the overall guest experience. Alongside the show, you will enjoy an excellent three-course Irish dinner, making this the perfect combination of entertainment and dining. Whether you are discovering Ireland for the first time or simply want to enjoy one of Dublin’s classic evening experiences, the Merry Ploughboys Irish Night delivers a wonderful mix of music, food, fun, and local tradition.

To make the evening even more convenient, the experience is known for being easy to access with a nightly shuttle service, helping guests travel comfortably to and from the venue. If you are looking for a classic Dublin night out filled with atmosphere, culture, and genuine Irish spirit, this is one of the city’s must-do evening events.

Approximately 3 hours

• Enjoy an award-winning Irish dinner and show experience in Dublin
• Experience live traditional Irish music, song, and dance in an authentic pub setting
• Visit the only pub in Ireland owned and run by traditional musicians
• Savor an excellent three-course Irish meal during the evening
• Be part of a fun, interactive, and highly engaging performance with audience participation

Prices start from 34 EUR (exact pricing may vary based on group size and additional services).

• Entry to the Merry Ploughboys Irish Night show
• Live traditional Irish music performance
• Irish song and dance entertainment
• Three-course Irish dinner
• Interactive cultural evening in an authentic pub atmosphere

1. Arrival at the Merry Ploughboy Irish Music Pub or shuttle transfer
2. Welcome and seating at the venue
3. Start of the traditional Irish night experience
4. Three-course Irish dinner service
5. Live traditional Irish music performance
6. Irish song and dance show
7. Interactive entertainment and audience participation
8. End of the evening event
9. Return transfer (if shuttle option selected)

• Duration: 3 hours
• Difficulty: Easy
• Experience type: Event
• Booking cut-off: 30 minutes before start time
• This experience is especially suitable for travelers looking for an authentic Irish cultural night out in Dublin
• Bookings are non-refundable
• All sales are final