Entertainment in County Kerry
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O'Connor's
This tiny traditional pub with leaded glass doors is one of Killarney's most popular haunts. Live music plays every night; good bar food is served daily at lunch and dinner. In warmer weather, the crowds spill out onto the adjacent laneway.
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Crowley's
Traditional pub with good trad sessions.
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South Pole Inn
The main reason to pause in Annascaul (Abhainn an Scáil), also spelled Anascaul, is to visit the South Pole Inn. Antarctic explorer Tom Crean ran the pub in his retirement. Now it’s a regular Crean museum and gift shop, as well as a cracking pub serving hearty dishes worthy of an explorer. Ask to have the ‘polar experience’.
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Siamsa Tíre
Siamsa Tíre, the National Folk Theatre of Ireland, re-creates dynamic aspects of Gaelic culture through song, dance, drama and mime. There are several shows a week from May to September at 8.30pm. Winter shows range from dance to drama and mainstream musicals.
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Dick Mack's
Announced by stars in the pavement bearing the names of its celebrity customers, Dick Mack's has an irrepressible sense of self. Ancient wood and ancient snugs dominate the interior, which is lit like the inside of a whiskey bottle. Out the back there's a warren of tables, chairs and characters.
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Foxy John's
Dingle has over 50 pubs, many of them mongrel affairs that still have vestiges of their lives as shops. Foxy John’s on Main St is one example and has old stock of hardware and outdoor clothing lying about. Don’t expect an exuberant welcome from the flinty-eyed locals.
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Curran's
Dingle has over 50 pubs, many of them mongrel affairs that still have vestiges of their lives as shops. Curran’s on Main St is one such with old stock of hardware and outdoor clothing lying about. Don’t expect an exuberant welcome from the flinty-eyed locals.
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Tigh TP
This pub is a good place for a waterside pint. Next door it runs the Coast Guard Lodge, which has six rooms that sleep three to four people each in military comfort for €75 (or €50 for more than one night) per room.
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The Granary
Hidden down the alley next to the Killarney Grand, this bar/restaurant is one of the coolest hangouts in town, with low lighting, exposed stone walls, and leather sofas. Bands and DJs play at weekends.
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Granary
Hidden down the alley next to the Killarney Grand, this bar–restaurant, with low lighting, exposed stone walls and leather sofas, is favoured by local scenesters. Bands and DJs play at weekends.
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John B Keane
Once run by the late writer himself, this small, unassuming bar is swathed in Keane memorabilia.
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Hannie Agnes
Local haunt that’s known for its smooth Guinness and, during the summer, trad sessions and Irish coffee. The windows are frosted and the interior is spare – like a good pint.
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Killarney Grand
There's traditional live music from 9pm to 11pm, bands from 11.30pm to 1.30am and a disco from 11pm at this Killarney institution. Entry is free before 11pm.
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Tatler Jack's
Photos of proud local sports teams line the walls at this surprisingly large pub, which features pool tables, the comfiest stools in town and merciless craic.
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Samhlaiocht
The local arts group Samhlaiocht stages exhibitions and special events such as the Kerry Film Festival in early November.
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Murphy’s Bar
In Murphy’s Bar, a stuffed fox with a pheasant in its jaws looks down on Gaeilge-speaking locals of all ages tucking into basic pub grub.
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Club Fabric
Tralee's club of the moment with the right mix of chill-out bar, upstairs level for 1970s and '80s faves, and a main disco for some floor-burning DJs.
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Hillgrove
There's a break from traditional Dingle at nightclub Hillgrove, where chart sounds rule nightly in summer, and at weekends the rest of the year.
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Baily's Corner
Deservedly popular for its traditional sessions, with local musicians performing original material most weeknights during summer and at least a couple of nights a week the rest of the year.
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Hussy's
Escape the tourist mobs and muse over a pint in this small pub retaining a snug at the entrance.
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Courtney's
Inconspicuous on the outside, inside this timeless trad pub bursts at the seams with traditional music sessions many nights year-round. This is where locals come to see their old mates perform and to kick off a night on the town.
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Blue Bull
Pop into the Blue Bull, a perfect little old stone pub where you can probably learn more local puns.
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The Grape & Grain
Music can be found at the weekends at this refurbished Listowel institution, a good place for a pint and a bite.
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MacCarthy’s
Popular bar containing one of Ireland’s smallest venues. There is music at the weekends; check the website.
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Blue Zone
Great late-night hangout that's part jazz venue, part pizza restaurant and part wine bar, with moody blue and red surrounds.
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