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Live Music Sessions Nightly

Every night at J.M. Reidy's brings a different set, from traditional session tunes to contemporary covers, local musicians filling the building with sound from the café right through to the courtyard stage. Pull up a seat, order a pint, and let the night take you wherever the music goes.
Music in every corner

From the café bar to the courtyard stage

From nightly sessions to weekend headline acts, music runs through every part of J.M. Reidy's. Here's where to find it.

Café corner sessions

Every night of the week, local musicians take to the café bar, moving easily between traditional Irish session tunes and contemporary covers.

Courtyard main stage

The music moves outdoors to our fairy-lit courtyard main stage, where a buzzing crowd and warm atmosphere make for a night to remember.

Impromptu sessions

Spontaneous sessions pop up when you least expect them, the kind of unplanned moment that turns an ordinary night into one worth talking about.

Questions

All you need to know before you head down for a night of music.

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Is there live music every night at J.M. Reidy's?

Yes. During busier periods, we host live music seven nights a week from around 6pm in our café bar and courtyard, continuing on weekends the rest of the year, with local musicians playing everything from traditional Irish session tunes to contemporary covers.

How can musicians apply with interest to play at J.M. Reidy's?

We’re always looking to work with talented local musicians, from regular slots to impromptu sessions and headline acts on our main stage. Get in touch using the form above and we’d love to hear from you.

How can I catch an impromptu session?

They pop up in the Sweetshop Pub and are very much impromptu, so there’s no telling what you’ll find, a quiet pint on the stool one moment, a lively singalong the next.

GMIB have used the Sheahan group for various occasions over the last 10-15 years. From small dinner meetings to full staff parties of 150 people, they can do it all! Always a seamless experience with no request too big or too small, the standards are top class across Reidy’s, Hilliard’s and Tigh Mary Donal’s. We will continue to book events with the Sheahan group because of the quality of food and service that is provided each and every time. Wishing the Sheahan family and the wider team continued success into the future.

“Our hotel collection is very fortunate to have such a close and efficient working relationship with the Sheahan Group. Nothing is ever too much trouble, and whether it is dinner for two or a large event for 300 clients, we know our guests are in safe hands and will leave with the very best memories. Their communication is clear, timely and transparent, while the execution of everything from intimate dinners to large-scale events is second to none. Most importantly, their flexibility, innovation and continued investment in their offering are what keep our guests returning time and time again. We greatly value the Sheahan Group’s continued support, our shared ethos of quality, exceptional service and strong family values, and the partnership they have built with our collection. We wish them every success for the future and have no hesitation in recommending them.”

"Such a fun experience. So many places to just hang out and relax with a pint. Back patio is awesome to watch a match. We were there during Ryder Cup and so much fun. Didn’t eat there but we were told food is good pub fare."

"The Sheahan Group are always an absolute pleasure to work with. From the very beginning, their team is incredibly supportive and makes the planning of our events seamless and stress-free. Every occasion is a wonderful experience, with exceptional food, a fantastic atmosphere, and hospitality that truly sets them apart. The warmth, professionalism, and attention to detail shown by the staff never go unnoticed, and our guests consistently leave with glowing feedback. We always enjoy our time and look forward to many more visits in the future"

"The excellent service started when I called to book a reservation, they couldn't have been more accommodating. The service was on point, and the food was excellent. After our meal, we stayed to enjoy the live music, danced, laughed, and had a fantastic evening. A must-visit in Killarney!"

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We work with the best local musicians, hosting live sessions nightly, year-round. Got the talent? We'd love to hear from you.

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There's always music playing

Whatever the night, there's always music playing somewhere in J.M. Reidy's. Come down, pull up a seat, and see where it takes you.