Pubs, Culture & Music

Enjoy our rich artistic heritage from renowned author JP Donleavy to 18th Century writer Oliver Goldsmith or visit the roots of world famous musicians, such as Athlone’s celebrated tenor Count John McCormack, Mullingar’s Joe Dolan, Niall Horan and Bressie.

Mullingar Arts Centre

Mullingar Arts Centre

Mullingar

The Arts Centre is comprised of a state of the art, 407 seat Theatre, incorporating re-tractable seating and two art workshops. The workshops cater for all art forms.

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Seán’s Bar

Seán’s Bar

Athlone

Seán's Bar is a pub in the town of Athlone that is Ireland’s oldest pub, dating back to AD 900. In 2004 Guinness World Records listed Seán's Bar as the oldest pub in Europe.

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Dean Crowe Theatre

Dean Crowe Theatre

Athlone

The Dean Crowe Theatre & Arts Centre is a theatre and arts space in Athlone, Westmeath, Ireland.

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The Chambers

The Chambers

Mullingar

Traditional Irish music session every Thursday evening and fantastic live music performances showcasing the best local talent.

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Luan Gallery

Luan Gallery

Athlone

A showcase for the most interesting artists from the midlands, Ireland and abroad. The building itself is a modern work of art in its own right. 

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Danny Byrne's

Danny Byrne's

Mullingar

Live bands 6 nights a week.. DJ on weekends, pub quiz every Tuesday night, superb bar food and always a warm welcome..

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Tuar Ard

Tuar Ard

Moate

173 Tiered Seating Auditorium - Art gallery for Exhibitors - Film Screen – Meeting and Conference Facilities – On Site Coffee Shop - Free Car Parking.

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Gertie Browne's Pub

Gertie Browne's Pub

Athlone

Situated in the centre of Athlone, just a minute or two's walk from the bank of the River Shannon, Gertie Browne’s is rumoured to have the best pint of Guinness in Athlone.

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Gilleran's

Gilleran's

Mullingar

Gilleran's Bar - Harbour St, Bellview, where you can enjoy good food and live music in a friendly atmosphere.

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Áras an Mhuilinn - Irish Cultural Centre

Áras an Mhuilinn - Irish Cultural Centre

Mullingar

Áras an Mhuilinn is the Regional Resource Centre for the counties of Westmeath, Longford, Offaly and Laois. A centre for Irish music, song, dance and the Irish language.

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Athlone Little Theatre

Athlone Little Theatre

Athlone

The Athlone Little Theatre is a theatre and performance space in Athlone, Co Westmeath, Ireland.

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P Egans

P Egans

Moate

When searching for that traditional Irish Pub experience, the P.Egan bar in Moate, County Westmeath is a must visit. Step off main street in Moate, and into the past. Indeed, on these premises a bar has been serving the public’s needs in the genuine Irish way for over 200 years

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Cunningham's

Cunningham's

Killucan

Cunningham's Old Style pub and grocery store is beautifully located in a stunning countryside location just off the Royal Canal Greenway, near the village of Killucan. The ideal spot to stop off for some refreshments, offering accommodation and camping facilities.

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