June Gig Guide: Charli XCX, Florence Road, The Mary Wallopers & More
Words: Rachel Hannon
Another month, another excuse to never go home. June is stacked with so many gigs, from tiny upstairs rooms to full-blown stadium shows. So whether you’re sweating it out at Whelan’s or crying in the Aviva, there’s something happening every weekend worth turning up for.
Jar Jar Jr
Venue: Whelan’s Upstairs
Doors: 20:00
One of Ireland’s most low-key producers steps into the spotlight. Expect soulful beats, tight grooves, and a rare chance to catch him live performing tracks from his latest project ‘Catch The Dusk.’
Tickets available here.
Nine Inch Nails + Boys Noize
Venue: 3Arena
Doors: 18:30
NIN bring their signature grit and weight back to Dublin, with Boys Noize amping up the chaos. Loud, sharp, industrial catharsis. What a combo.
Tickets available here.
Charli XCX
Venue: Malahide Castle
Doors: 17:00
You already know what this is. Charli’s in full “Brat” mode, and the hype’s justified. This one’s been sold out for weeks, but some resale tickets have been popping up.
Some Resale Tickets available here.
Florence Road
Venue: The Grand Social
Doors: 20:00
Wicklow indie newcomers making big waves. With over 1 million followers on TikTok and nearly a quarter of a million on Instagram, it’s clear they’re only getting started. Lush harmonies and heartfelt lyrics in one of Dublin’s best small rooms.
Tickets: (Sold Out)
The Mary Wallopers
Venue: Fairview Park
Doors: 19:00
Folk with bite. The Mary Wallopers bring singalongs, social commentary, and big energy to Fairview park this summer.
Tickets available here.
Kean Kavanagh
Venue: Bello Bar, Dublin
Doors: 20:00
Kean Kavanagh’s ‘The County Star’ is officially out in the world, and this marks his Dublin album launch. It’s Intimate, sharp, and totally his own thing. Fusing Americana, Irish trad, Indie, pop, and more, the music videos tell a story of GAA bainisteoir and Portlaoise Elvis Pa Campion. RIP.
Tickets available here.
Basement Jaxx
Venue: Fairview Park
Doors: 19:00
Dancefloor classics and high-energy visuals. Basement Jaxx still know how to throw a party. Expect bangers from start to finish.
Tickets available here.
Lana Del Rey
Venue: Aviva Stadium
Doors: 17:00
Lana returns with the full stadium treatment. Lush, melancholic, and cinematic. This is the big one.
Tickets available here.
