August Gig Guide: Oasis, Raye, Mannequin Pussy & More
Haven’t made it to a festival yet this summer? Don’t worry, you can cancel out the FOMO with the gigs lined up over the next month. And even if you have hit a few festivals already, why stop now? Keep the gig streak going. Lets go. Here is our August gig guide.
We’ve Only Just Begun
Venue: Whelan’s
Doors: 19:30
We’ve Only Just Begun is an annual three-night festival held in the iconic Whelan’s, right in the heart of Dublin. Now celebrating its 5th year, the event will feature 25 bands, solo acts, and DJs who will play across two stages. With a focus on platforming women and non-binary artists in the Irish music space, this powerful yet intimate festival is not to be missed.
Tickets available here.
Souls of Mischief
Venue: The Button Factory
Doors: 19:00
Hip hop royalty. Souls of Mischief have been blessing our ears since 1991. Their jewel in the crown track ’93 ‘Til Infinity’ has been a widespread intergenerational success. Both the uncs and the new generation can appreciate some psychedelic boom bap that the group provides.
Tickets available here.
Oasis
Venue: Croke Park
Doors: 18:00
It’s the reunion the world said would never happen. But here it is. Oasis are back, and after kicking off their comeback tour, they’re set to close it out with two massive nights at Croke Park. Expect parkas, sunglasses, and an entire belting out every lyric like it’s 1995.
Some resale tickets popping up here.
Mannequin Pussy
Venue: Whelan’s
Doors: 20:00
A marker of the serious success women-fronted rock groups are seeing internationally. Mannquein Pussy have one of the most memorable sounds in the scene right now, perfectly complementing their unforgettable moniker. Rage never looked so good.
Tickets available here.
Wunderhorse
Venue: Collins Barracks
Doors: 18:00
Wunderhorse brings grunge-tinged indie-rock with introspective lyrics and a ferocious live energy. They’ve got something to say, and they’re not saying it quietly. Their 2022 debut album ‘Cub’ saw them graduate from raucous basements to huge support tours with the likes of Fontaines D.C, Pixies, and Sam Fender. Having only started releasing in 2021, they’ve firmly cemented themselves as a generational talent.
Tickets available here.
RAYE
Venue: Royal Hospital Kilmainham
Doors: 17:00
British singer songwriter RAYE is bringing her genre-defying vocals to Dublin’s Royal Hospital Kilmainham. After making history in 2024 with six BRIT Awards, including the first-ever female to be crowned Songwriter of the Year, she’s hitting the stage with her eclectic catalogue, performed as always: barefoot and brilliant.
Tickets available here.
Addison Rae
Venue: 3Arena
Doors: 18:30
It’s one of pops most unexpected evolutions. Addison Rae has traded viral fame for synth-laced Y2K-inspired bops. Following her string supporting Lana Del Rey, she’s now headlining her own debut tour. Originally booked for the National Stadium, the gig has since been updated to the 3Arena.
Tickets available here.
