Dublin’s event calendar is already bursting with must-see performances. Things start off in spring with Louis Tomlinson playing the 3Arena on Thursday, 30 April 2026, followed by the legendary Jools Holland on Monday, 8 June. Then summer truly kicks off as Forbidden Fruit Festival returns to the Royal Hospital Kilmainham on May 30th and 31st, launching the outdoor season over the June Bank Holiday weekend.
Just a few weeks later, the energy shifts to the leafy surrounds of Marlay Park, where Lewis Capaldi will perform on June 23rd and 24th, followed by The Cure on Friday, 26 June 2026. July will see Dublin’s biggest crowds yet, as Take That bring their Circus Live spectacle to Aviva Stadium on Saturday, 4 July, and local hero Dermot Kennedy follows a week later, performing his own massive stadium show on Saturday, 11 July 2026. Then comes a landmark night — Luke Combs headlines Slane Castle on 18 July 2026, with support from The Script and Ty Myers. The season crescendos with The Weeknd at Croke Park on 22 August 2026.
And of course, no Dublin summer would be complete without Longitude Festival, which returns to Marlay Park in July 2026 (official dates to come). Whether you’re into pop, rock, indie, or electronic beats, there’s something for every kind of music lover.
From Blanchardstown, getting to these events couldn’t be easier. With quick access to the M50 and M3, you can reach the 3Arena, Aviva Stadium, or Croke Park in around 20–30 minutes, while Marlay Park is roughly a 40-minute drive. The airport is also nearby — perfect for visitors flying in for a weekend of music and fun.
After a busy day or night out, you can escape the crowds and return to a quiet, comfortable setting with shopping, dining, and entertainment options right on your doorstep. It’s the ideal mix of city excitement and suburban calm.
So whether you’re here for Forbidden Fruit, Longitude, or a major stadium show, staying in Blanchardstown gives you easy access to all the magic of Dublin’s 2026 concert season — with the comfort and convenience to truly enjoy it.
