Irish Culture Association Denmark

Irish Blues Night with Richard Farrell
2026-05-09 19:00 - 21:00 (Europe/Copenhagen) | Cafe Strandhuset, Nivå Strandpark 21, 2990 Nivå, 2990, Denmark
Vi starter eventsæsonen hårdt ud.

Derfor er vi glade for igen at kunne præsentere den “lokale” irske sanger Richard Farrell. Han bliver den første som kommer og spiller for os denne sæson.

Han spiller irsk blues på caféen lørdag den 9. maj kl. 1900- ca. 21.00.

Der vil være mulighed for at spise på caféen før koncerten fra kl. 17.30.
Pris for bord, musik og 1 fadøl/glas vin er kr. 150 pr. person
Vi håber, at I har lyst til at kikke forbi, og starte sommersæsonen op på bedste vis.

I kan læse mere om Richard, og lytte til ham, på vores event side, hvor tilmeldingen også foregår.
https://www.cafestrandhuset.dk/…/richard-farrell-solo-9-5/

Vi ser frem til igen at få musik i sandet – og måske kan vi endda åbne dørene og få sus i håret og en duft af hav.
Vi glæder os meget til at se jer.

Kh. Team Strandhuset

Richard Farrell Solo: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HULiEcsOrJk
Richard Farrell Quartet: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4g2jA_yzwPE
Trainman Blues: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9KUrSGkOYio

Dara Ó Brian
2026-05-10 19:00 - 21:00 | Bremen Teater, Nyropsgade 39-41, Copenhagen, 1602, Denmark
“If you want a comic who can hold an audience in the palm of his hand for two hours, here’s your man.” – The Times
‍Dara Ó Briain betragtes bredt som en af de mest markante irske komikere med en lang række tv-succeser bag sig, herunder som vært gennem utallige sæsoner på Mock The Week, og som tilbagevendende figur på Have I Got News For You, QI, Live At The Apollo, 8 Out Of 10 Cats, The Graham Norton Show, Stargazing Live og Robot Wars.
Hans seneste tour – der også bragte ham forbi Danmark – fyldte salen hos 173 venues i 20 lande og blev kåret som UK Comedy Tour of the Year 2023 af Chortle. Da han sidst optrådte på Bremen Teater, var det med et dobbeltshow, der gik totalt udsolgt.
“His set is a masterclass in intelligent, no-frills stand-up.” – The Guardian
‍I sit nye comedyshow Re:Creation vender Dara tilbage til det, han gør bedst: at stå på scenen, fortælle historier og skabe komik i øjenhøjde med sit publikum.

DERMOT KENNEDY
2026-05-11 20:00 - 23:00 | Falkonersalon, Falkoner Alle 9, Frederiksberg, 2000, Denmark
Dermot Kennedy vender tilbage til Danmark
Den irske singer-songwriter bag kæmpehits som ”Power Over Me” og ”Paradise” gæster Falkonersalen i København mandag den 11. maj 2026.
Dermot Kennedy annoncerer i dag sin hidtil største headliner-tour, der rammer Europa og Storbritannien i maj og juni 2026 – og danske fans kan glæde sig, for først på plakaten står Falkonersalen i København, hvor han skyder touren i gang mandag den 11. maj 2026.
Dermot Kennedy har rundet mere end 4 milliarder streams og står bag Irlands bedst sælgende debutalbum i dette årtusinde, Without Fear. Han har platinudmærkelser i over 12 lande, udgav sit roste album Sonder i 2022 og fulgte op med den introspektive EP I’ve told the trees everything i 2024. Undervejs har han delt scene med navne som Niall Horan, Noah Kahan og Zach Bryan, og hans rejse fra gademusiker til arenaheadliner har gjort ham til en af tidens mest elskede sangskrivere.
Nu er Kennedy klar til at begive sig ud på sin største headliner-tour nogensinde. Touren følger nyheden om to allerede udsolgte shows på Dublins ikoniske Aviva Stadium og markerer endnu et højdepunkt i hans imponerende livekarriere, som tidligere har bragt ham til scener som London’s O2 Arena og Madison Square Garden i New York.
Publikum kan se frem til både favoritter fra hele hans bagkatalog samt helt nyt materiale, der udkommer i 2026, når Dermot Kennedy indtager Falkonersalen den 11. maj 2026.
Dermot Kennedy 2026 11. maj – Falkonersalen, København
Det officielle billetsalg starter fredag den 28. november kl. 11.00 via dtdconcerts.dk og unitedtickets.dk
Dermot Kennedy Returns to Denmark
The Irish singer-songwriter behind massive hits such as “Power Over Me” and “Paradise” will perform at Falkonersalen in Copenhagen on Monday, 11 May 2026.
Dermot Kennedy today announces his biggest headliner tour to date, which will hit Europe and the United Kingdom in May and June 2026 – and Danish fans have reason to celebrate, as the first stop on the tour is Falkonersalen in Copenhagen, where he will kick things off on Monday, 11 May 2026.
Dermot Kennedy has surpassed 4 billion streams and is behind Ireland’s best-selling debut album of the millennium, Without Fear. He has earned platinum certifications in more than 12 countries, released his acclaimed album Sonder in 2022, and followed up with the introspective EP I’ve told the trees everything in 2024. Along the way, he has shared the stage with artists such as Niall Horan, Noah Kahan, and Zach Bryan, and his journey from busker to arena headliner has made him one of the most beloved songwriters of our time.
Now, Kennedy is ready to embark on his biggest headline tour ever. The tour follows news of two already sold-out shows at Dublin’s iconic Aviva Stadium and marks yet another milestone in his impressive live career, which has previously taken him to stages such as London’s O2 Arena and Madison Square Garden in New York.
Audiences can look forward to favourites from across his entire catalogue as well as brand-new material set to be released in 2026, when Dermot Kennedy takes the stage at Falkonersalen on 11 May 2026.
Dermot Kennedy 2026 11 May – Falkonersalen, Copenhagen
Official ticket sales begin Friday, 28 November at 11:00 via dtdconcerts.dk and unitedtickets.dk.

May ICAD get-together
2026-05-12 18:00 - 21:00 | The Globe Irish Pub, Nørregade 43-45, 1165, Denmark
Join our May ICAD get-together at The Globe Irish pub situated close to Nørreport Station.
At ICAD, we unite Irish, Danish and International communities to celebrate Irish heritage while embracing diversity and building meaningful connections.
Come along for a chat and a drink and get to know other members of ICAD.

MADELEINE KATE MCGOWAN – at Performing Landscapes København 2026
2026-05-15 08:00 - 2026-05-17 23:00 | Refshaleøen, Refshalevej 320, Refshaleøen
MADELEINE KATE MCGOWAN – Planting Songs
Lån din stemme til planterne – kollektiv sang
Planting Songs er en serie sange, der levendegør lokale planter – deres kvaliteter, særpræg og skjulte evner. Scenekunstner Madeleine Kate McGowan har inviteret en række komponister til at skabe sange, der giver planterne stemme og gør dem nærværende gennem musik, tekst og fælles sang.
Du er inviteret til en kollektiv stemmeleg, hvor nye fællessange og traditioner kan slå rod. I en tid, hvor vi må genopfinde vores måder at være sammen på, undersøger Planting Songs, hvordan sang kan blive en sanselig og kropslig måde at lære, huske og forbinde sig til verden på.
Hver sang bærer viden om en bestemt lokal plante – dens egenskaber, livsformer og relationer. Når vi synger planterne, lagres denne viden i kroppen. Sangen bliver dermed både en overlevering, et levende arkiv og en øvelse i at skabe nærhed mellem mennesker og den mere-end-menneskelige verden.
Planting Songs peger mod en ny økologisk sangtradition, hvor stemme, hukommelse og fællesskab væves sammen. Et poetisk og deltagende værk, der undersøger, hvordan kunst kan styrke vores kulturelle og økologiske robusthed ved at lære os at huske, sanse og relatere os til de planter, vi lever iblandt.

OM MADELEINE KATE MCGOWAN
Madeleine Kate McGowan er dansk/irsk kunstner og instruktør med en tværæstetisk praksis, der bevæger sig mellem performance, lyd, tekst, økologi og social koreografi. Hendes værker undersøger, hvordan kunst kan fungere som modstand, sansningsrum og kollektiv bearbejdning i en tid præget af økologisk krise, tab og sammenbrud.
Med værker som Solastalgia skaber hun poetiske og spekulative formater, hvor svære følelser kan få form, og hvor kunsten åbner et rum for at forestille sig andre måder at leve, sørge og sameksistere på.
Hun arbejder ofte i samarbejder på tværs af kunst, biologi og lokalsamfund og udvikler stedsspecifikke, deltagelsesbaserede værker, der forbinder den mere-end-menneskelige verden med kropslig erfaring, erindring og økologisk forestillingsevne.

PRAKTISK INFO
Varighed: 60 min.
Deltagere: 30
Alder: Alle
Sprog: Dansk & engelsk
Værket er funderet i vokalarbejde. Alle er velkomne, og alle stemmer kan være med. Det kræver kun, at du er villig til at kaste dig ud i det.
Performing Landscapes København 2026

Foto: Christian Friedländer

Deirdre O'Kane - O'Kaning It
2026-05-15 20:00 - 21:30 | Teater Play, 7 Strandlodsvej, københavn, 2300
A night of relentless laughs fuelled by warped personal insight

Comedic fireball Deirdre O’Kane is mad for road, mercilessly mining hilarity from the human condition. Will she conquer the chaos or revel in it? Tame the mayhem or “O’Kane it”? Either way you’re in for a night of relentless laughs fuelled by warped personal insight.

Irish/Ugandan artist Sanyu plays Huset
2026-05-15 20:00 - 22:00 | huset, Rådhusstræde 13, 1466
Sanyu creates an intense and genre-defying live universe, where R&B, jazz, spoken word, and electronic textures intertwine in a soulful and high-energy concert experience.
In recent years, Sanyu has performed at festivals such as Øya and Trondheim Calling, as well as regularly at jazz festivals in both Oslo and Copenhagen. Her debut EP, Now You Hear It, was described by Beehype as “a testament to true artistry and dedication to the craft” and was selected for their Best Albums of 2024 list. Her music video for “You Don’t Hear It (Do You?)” was also featured among the best music videos of 2024.Still, the EP only offers a glimpse of what you can expect from her live performances. Released in October 2024, it was followed by a tour across Germany, Denmark, Sweden, and Norway in the winter of 2025.
Rooted in old-school R&B and improvisation, her live shows are characterised by a soulful expression with warm harmonies, while also exploring rap elements and groove-based riffs. The soundscape seamlessly blends acoustic and electronic elements.“Her determined and exploratory spirit, combined with tactile spoken word and driving jazz, is delivered to the audience with an energy that lasts all evening.” Her performance at VillVillVest was described as “by far the greatest experience of the festival.”On stage, she is joined by some of the most distinctive musicians from the young Norwegian jazz and electronic scene: drummer Rino Sivathas, multi-instrumentalist Kristina Fransson, and double bassist Joachim Mørch Meyer. Together, they create music that balances calmness and explosive energy.
“By far the greatest experience of the festival” – Ellisiv Sunde Myrva, Bergens Tidene
“What a voice—full of dark warmth, variation, and something to say. And what a captivating and soulful expression, clearly drawing energy from a wide range of musical tensions.” – Mads Kornum, All That DK
“She is impossible to categorise, but everything she does radiates musicality.” – Engelsholm Events

Sanyu skaber et intenst og genreåbent liveunivers, hvor RnB, jazz, spoken word og elektroniske teksturer flettes sammen i et sjælfuldt og energisk koncertformat.
Sanyu har de seneste år spillet på festivaler som Øya, Trondheim Calling og jævnligt på Jazzfestivaler i både Oslo og København. Hendes debut-EP, Now You Hear It, blev beskrevet som “et bevis på ægte kunstnerskab og dedikation til håndværket” af Beehype og udvalgt til deres samling af «Best Albums of 2024». Derudover blev hendes musikvideo til “You Don’t Hear It (Do You?)” udvalgt til deres samling af de bedste musikvideoer fra 2024. Alligevel giver EP’en kun en forsmag på, hvad du kan forvente at opleve live. Den udkom i oktober 2024 og blev fulgt af en turné med koncerter i Tyskland, Danmark, Sverige og Norge i vinteren 2025.
Med baggrund i old school RnB og improvisation er hendes liveoptrædener præget af et sjælfuldt udtryk med varme harmonier, men også leg med rap og groove-baserede riffs i et lydbillede, hvor akustisk og elektronisk er tæt vævet sammen. “Hendes beslutsomme og udforskende sjæl blandet med taktile spoken word og hamrende jazz leveres til publikum med en energi, der varer hele aftenen.” Hendes koncert på VillVillVest blev beskrevet som “den helt klart største oplevelse under festivalen”. På scenen har hun nogle af de mest markante musikere i den unge norske jazz og elektroniske musikscene med sig. Rino Sivathas på trommer, multiinstrumentalist, Kristina Fransson og Joachim Mørch Meyer på kontrabas, udviser både en ro og eksplosivitet i deres musikskabelse med hinanden.
“Absolut den største oplevelse under festivalen” – Ellisiv Sunde Myrva, Bergens Tidene
“Sikke en stemme, med masser af mørk glød, variation og noget på hjerte, og sikke et fængslende og sjælfuldt udtryk, som tydeligvis hentede energi fra alle mulige musikalske spændingsfelter.” – Mads Kornum, All That DK
“Hun er umulig at kategorisere, men alt, hvad hun gør, udstråler musikalitet” – Engelsholm Events

Irish sing-song
2026-05-26 18:00 - 22:00 | Kennedy´s Irish Pub, Gammel Kongevej 23, Copenhagen, Sjaelland, 1610, Denmark
(English below)Bhuel, a chairde!Casaimis le chéile le haghaidh seisiún amhránaíochta Éireannaí ag @Kennedy’s Irish Bar Dé Máirt 26ú Bealtaine ag a 6 uair i.n. thíos san íoslach.Bígí linn más mian libh amhrán Éireannach a chanadh (nó amhrán a “rá”, mar a deir muintir na Gaeltachta) as Gaeilge nó Béarla: amhrán Gaelach ar an sean-nós, Christy Moore, The Dubliners, amhrán áitiúil ón áit ina d’fhas sibh anuas, nó pé rud eile — is cuma, bíodh bhur rogha agaibh!Táim ag tnúth sibh a fheiscint ann!
Well friends! We’re organising another Irish sing-song at @Kennedy’s Irish Bar on Tuesday 26th May at 6 pm in the basement!Come and sing a few Irish songs with us in English or as Gaeilge! “Óró Sé do Bheatha Bhaile”, Christy Moore, The Dubliners, county songs — anything you want, really, as long as it’s Irish! Looking forward to seeing ye!

CPH STAGE - musical dance production MÁM by the Irish company Teaċ Daṁsa
2026-05-27 20:00 - 21:30 | Skuespilhuset, Store Scene, SANKT ANNÆ PLADS 36, København K, 1250
CPH STAGE opens this year’s theatre festival with the spellbinding and musical dance production MÁM by the Irish company Teaċ Daṁsa.
At the foot of Ireland’s Mount Brandon, on the western tip of the Dingle Peninsula, stands a community hall. From here, MÁM takes us on an otherworldly journey deeply rooted in Ireland’s extraordinary landscapes and captivating culture.
In a whirlwind of mystique and magic, twelve international dancers take to the stage together with seven musicians from the Berlin-based collective s t a r g a z e, as well as virtuoso concertina player Cormac Begley.With intensity and humour, the dancers’ movements intertwine with both classical music and local folk traditions, exploring the meeting point between national narratives and established systems.
The word mám carries several meanings—from “a duty” to “a handful of treats.” But “mountain pass” captures the essence of the production beautifully. The word comes from the local language of Corca Dhuibhne in West Kerry, Ireland, where choreographer Michael Keegan-Dolan created the piece. MÁM is thus a passage connecting nature and culture.
The dance company Teaċ Daṁsa was founded in 2016 with the aim of forging deeper connections to Ireland’s traditions, language, and music. The name Teaċ Daṁsa (House of Dance) reflects Michael’s journey to create dance and theatre works that clearly mirror the place they come from.
The performance is curated by CPH STAGE and presented in collaboration with the Royal Danish Theatre.
Until 31 December, you can get a 50% discount when purchasing tickets for two different performances.Please note that for MÁM, the offer applies to price categories B, C, and D. The offer is valid for a limited number of tickets.
Special discount code for ICAD members – sent via email.

CPH STAGE åbner årets teaterfestival med den tryllebindende og musikalske danseforestilling ”MÁM” af irske Teaċ Daṁsa.
Ved foden af Irlands bjerg, Cnoc Bhréanainn, i Dinglehalvøens vestlige ende, står et forsamlingshus. Herfra tager “MÁM” os med på en rejse af den anden verden dybt forankret i Irlands usædvanlige landskaber og dragende kultur.
I en hvirvelvind af mystik og magi indtager tolv internationale dansere scenen sammen med syv musikere fra det Berlin-baserede s t a r g a z e-kollektiv samt den virtuose concertinaspiller Cormac Begley.
Med intensitet og humor væves dansernes bevægelser ind i både klassisk musik og lokale folkemusiktraditioner for at udforske mødet mellem nationale fortællinger og etablerede systemer.
Ordet mám har flere betydninger – lige fra en “forpligtelse” til “en håndfuld godter”. “Bjergpas” indkapsler dog smukt forestillingen, og ordet stammer fra det lokale sprog Corca Dhuinhne i West Kerry, Irland, hvor koreograf Michael Keegan-Dolan skabte den. “MÁM” er således en passage, der forbinder natur og kultur.
Dansekompagniet Teaċ Daṁsa blev grundlagt i 2016 med et mål om at skabe dybere forbindelser til Irlands traditioner, sprog og musik. Navnet Teaċ Daṁsa (Dansens Hus) indkapsler Michaels rejse med at skabe danse- og teaterværker, der klart afspejler det sted, de stammer fra.
‍Forestillingen er kurateret af CPH STAGE og præsenteres i samarbejde med Det Kongelige Teater.
Frem til den 31. december får du 50% rabat, hvis du køber billetter til to forskellige forestillinger. Bemærk, at for “MÁM” gælder tilbudet for prisklasse B, C og D. Tilbudet gælder et begrænset antal billetter.
Særskilt rabatkode til ICAD-medlemmer – sendt via e-mail.

CPH STAGE – musical dance production MÁM by the Irish company Teaċ Daṁsa
2026-05-28 20:00 - 21:30 | Skuespilhuset, Store Scene, SANKT ANNÆ PLADS 36, København K, 1250

ICAD General Assembly
2026-05-29 16:30 - 19:00 | Embassy of Ireland, 21 Østbanegade, Copenhagen, 2100, Denmark
Ambassador Kyle O’Sullivan will host this year’s General Assembly meeting at the Embassy of Ireland.
The ICAD General Assembly is a members-only event. If you know someone who wishes to attend but is not yet a member, please direct them to the membership page on our website. As we will be voting on matters that will shape the future of ICAD, only fully paid-up members may be admitted on the day.
Each member is entitled to one vote on items presented at the Assembly. Agenda below:

Election of Chair (for General Assembly meeting)

Election of Secretary for (General Assembly meeting)

Presentation of the Annual report (Chairperson)

Presentation and approval of audited accounts (lead by ICAD Treasurer)

Approval of membership fees

Approval of budget

Election of Board Members and Alternates

Election of Auditor(s)

Submitted proposals

Miscellaneous

The minutes of the meeting are to be approved and signed by the Chairperson and the Secretary.

Social Get-Together

European Hurling and Camogie Championship
2026-06-06 09:00 - 17:00 | Kløvermarken, Kløvermarksvej 56, 2300
Viking Gaels are delighted to be hosting the 2nd round of the European Hurling & Championship 2026.

The location is the same as last year, Kløvermarken Idrætsanlæg, and we hope the sun will turn up too we would love to see you all there, playing and spectating. For anyone who hasn’t watched hurling & camogie before, you are more than welcome and no tickets are required. It will be a showcase of the best hurlers and camógs in Europe, and the cafe at Kløvermarken offers everything you need to stay hydrated and fed throughout the day so come along, bring friends, family and good spirits
If there’s any questions, reach out to us through a private message on our Facebook page or by sending an email: pro.vikinggaels.europe@gaa.ie
Vikings abú!

Bloomsday Family Picnic 2026
2026-06-20 14:00 - 16:00 | Ambassador’s Residence, 13 Granhøjen, Hellerup, 2900, Denmark
The Embassy of Ireland in Denmark invites you to this year’s Bloomsday family picnic. Guests can expect a light lunch and Bloomsday-themed entertainment including readings of small extracts from Ulysses in their authentic Irish accents (and possibly some Danish ones too!). If you’re interested in reading, please contact fergal@fergalobyrne.com. There will also be an Joycean-based quiz with an excellent prize for the winning team! Please bring a picnic blanket and come in your best Leopold and Molly Bloom-inspired attire. All ages are welcome!
Sign up here

ED BYRNE AT BREMEN
2026-06-21 19:00 - 22:00 | Bremen Teater, Nyropsgade 39-41, Copenhagen, 1602, Denmark
The Irish comedian Ed Byrne returns to Bremen Theatre.
Over the course of his 20-year career, Ed Byrne has received widespread critical acclaim and enjoyed great success in both the UK and his native Ireland, performing to sold-out audiences – including at the Edinburgh Fringe and during a two-week run in London’s West End.
He has been a prominent voice on radio, appearing on programmes such as The Unbelievable Truth and What’s So Funny on the BBC. On television, he has been a regular guest on shows including The Graham Norton Show, Live at the Apollo, Mock the Week, and QI. Byrne has also won celebrity editions of The Chase and Pointless, travelled across Siberia in World’s Most Dangerous Roads, and made several appearances on Late Night with Conan O’Brien.
On June 21, he returns to Bremen Theatre with his new comedy show The Story So Far.
Tickets here

Den irske komiker Ed Byrne vender tilbage til Bremen Teater

Gennem sin 20 år lange karriere er Ed Byrne blevet rost til skyerne af kritikerne og haft stærk medvind i England og hjemlandet Irland med shows for udsolgte sale – blandt andet til Edinburgh Fringe og over to uger i West End Theatre.
Han har været en fremtrædende figur i radioen hos programmer som The Unbelievable Truth og What’s So Funny på BBC, mens han på TV har været tilbagevendende gæst hos The Graham Norton Show, Live At The Apollo, Mock The Week og QI. Byrne har desuden vundet kendisudgaver af The Chase og Pointless, kørt tværs gennem Sibirien i World’s Most Dangerous Roads og optrådt hos Late Night With Conan O’Brien adskillige gange.
Den 21. juni vender han tilbage til Bremen Teater med sit nye comedyshow The Story So Far.
Tickets here

SNOW PATROL AT TINDERBOX FESTIVAL
2026-06-26 00:00 - 23:59 | Tusindårsskoven, Odense
Are you into originality, Irish charm, and a touch of vulnerability? Then Snow Patrol is for you. The band masters alternative indie rock with a rare blend of grand emotion and understated presence, and their live shows are known for both pure joy of playing and an intense connection with the audience.
Snow Patrol was formed in 1994 by three university friends who first called themselves Shrug and later Polarbears, before settling in 1997 on the name the world knows today. With Gary Lightbody at the helm, the band has built a back catalogue spanning eight studio albums and numerous singles – now counting billions of streams worldwide.
With massive hits like “Chasing Cars”, “Just Say Yes” and “Run”they have secured their place in both the charts and our hearts, capturing love, crisis, and hope in a single breath.
Without saying too much, this might just feel like a once-in-a-lifetime experience at Tinderbox 2026 – so join us and be there, when Snow Patrol takes the stage in Odense!

Ireland's EU Presidency - Cultúr 2026: Sharing Ireland's Culture
2026-07-01 00:00 - 2026-12-31 23:59
From 1 July to 31 December 2026, Ireland holds the Presidency of the Council of the European Union and is marking the occasion with one of the most ambitious Irish cultural programmes in history.
Cultúr 2026: Sharing Ireland’s Culture brings more than 400 artistic projects to Ireland and all 27 EU member states, supported by a €6.5 million government investment. The programme spans every artform – music, theatre, visual art, literature, film, dance and the Irish language – with events being announced on a rolling basis throughout the Presidency.
Denmark is a particular focus: as part of the Presidency’s community partnership programme, Ireland’s Embassy network is delivering cultural events across Europe, and Irish cultural events will be coming to Denmark for the duration of the Presidency.
Keep an eye on http://irelandculture2026.eu and the Irish Embassy in Copenhagen for events and watch this page, as ICAD will be listing confirmed Danish events as they are announced.

Dropkick Murphys
2026-07-24 20:00 - 22:30 | VEGA, Enghavevej 40, Vesterbro, 1674
Ikoniske, keltiske toner buldrer i VEGA med Dropkick Murphys

Dropkick Murphys har i snart tre årtier stået som Bostons urokkelige rock’n’roll-underdogs, der blev til folkets egne helte. Med deres energiske blanding af punk, folk og irsk-amerikansk sjæl skaber de musik, der er født til at blive råbt, sunget og fejret – på barer, i arenaer og i sportens mest intense øjeblikke.
Bandets stærke katalog tæller blandt andet fire Billboard Top 10-albums: Turn Up That Dial, 11 Short Stories Of Pain & Glory, Signed and Sealed in Blood og Going Out In Style. Deres guldcertificerede album The Warrior’s Code indeholder desuden den dobbelte platin-klassiker I’m Shipping Up To Boston.
Uanset om man opdagede dem via et legendarisk klubshow, ved at snuppe “Do Or Die” i ’98, i Scorseses The Departed eller på en festivalplads, er man blevet en del af det globale fællesskab, bandet samler omkring sig. Med over en halv milliard streams, mere end 8 millioner solgte enheder og et utal af udsolgte shows verden over står Dropkick Murphys stærkere end nogensinde.
Bandet har samtidig markeret sig med stort socialt engagement gennem deres velgørenhedsfond, The Claddagh Fund, og var blandt de første til at skabe store onlinekoncerter under pandemien, bl.a. med Streaming Outta Fenway, der nåede over 5,9 millioner seere.
I 2022 overraskede de med deres første akustiske album This Machine Still Kills Fascists og opfølgeren Okemah Rising, bygget på hidtil upublicerede Woody Guthrie-tekster.
Deres seneste album fra 2025, For The People, leverer et budskab om menneskelighed og sammenhold i en tid præget af splittelse – i klassisk Dropkick Murphys-ånd.

Cascando by Samuel Beckett
2026-07-27 00:00 - 2026-08-01 23:59 | HELSINGØR TEATER, Strandgade 72, Helsingør, 3000
Accompany Samuel Beckett’s curious figures into an uncertain future

Attired in dark cloaks and with headphones, audiences are guided through a rhythmic, immersive, group choreographical experience.
Pan Pan brings visceral energy to Cascando, Samuel Beckett’s 1963 radio play, transforming it into an absorbing experience in which the audience is part of the spectacle.
Featuring the melodic voices of Andrew Bennett and Daniel Reardon, Cascando poetically pits words against music. This is a deeply riveting yet broken tale of a man hopelessly trying to finish a story.

INFO
Duration: 45 min
Language: English
Age: From 12 years
This performance is not suited for wheelchair users
TICKET PERFORMANCE
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CREDITS
Director: Gavin Quinn
Designer: Aedín Cosgrove
Sound Design and Music: Jimmy Eadie
Dramaturg: Nicholas Johnson
Opener: Daniel Reardon (Voice Recording)
Voice: Andrew Bennett (Voice Recording)
Photo: Tristram Kenton, Georg Kronenberg, Daliangshan Theatre Festival, Ros Kavanagh
ABOUT THE COMPANY
Founded in 1993, Pan Pan has developed an individual aesthetic from approaching theatre as an open form of expression, constantly examining and challenging the nature of its work and resisting settling into well-tried formulas. Pan Pan is committed to presenting performances nationally and internationally through co-productions and collaborations. More info: www.panpantheatre.com/

Irsk Jam
2026-08-02 14:00 - 16:00 | Spisehusetgaarden, Hvidovrevej 241, Hvidovre, Denmark, 2650, Denmark
Irsk Jam

Søndag den 2. august i Spisehuset Gaarden i Hvidovre.
Spisehuset Gaarden ligger i forbindelse med Kulturhus Risbjerggaard og teater Vestvolden, og har adresse på Hvidovrevej 241, 2650 Hvidovre.Der er masser parkeringsmulighed, både på venstre side af Rissbjerggaard og overfor på Hvidovre Rådhus’ kæmpe parkeringsplads.
Kom og vær med søndag den 2. august, kl. 14.Gaarden åbner kl. 13.
Alle er velkomne og nyheden må meget gerne spredes 🙂

Message from arranger:

For quite some time, I’ve been working to bring Irish jam sessions to the western suburbs and it has finally happened!
On Sunday, August 2, we’ll be meeting for the second time at Spisehuset Gaarden.
Spisehuset Gaarden is located in connection with Kulturhus Risbjerggaard and Teater Vestvolden, at Hvidovrevej 241, 2650 Hvidovre.
There is plenty of parking available – both on the left-hand side of Risbjerggaard and across the road at Hvidovre Rådhus, which has a large parking area.
So come and join us on Sunday, August 2 2:00 PM.Gaarden opens at 1:00 PM.
Everyone is welcome, and please feel free to spread the word so we can give this a great start!

Tønder Folk Festival - Multiple Irish artists
2026-08-26 00:00 - 2026-08-29 23:59 | Festivalspladsen Tønder, Papegøjevej 4, Tønder, 6270
One of the greatest European musical events, with a reputation for attracting exceptional international folk musicians, covering a wide range of folk music including traditional Irish, English and American folk music.
Irish artists confirmed in the lineup include Susan O’Neill, Heidi Talbot, Ríoghnach Connolly and Ciarán Ryan.
Tickets: here

Beginner IRISH DANCE class for adults – from 16 years.
2026-08-27 19:15 - 2026-12-10 20:00 | DGI Byen – Spejlsalen, Tietgensgade 65, Copenhagen, 1704
Do you want to try Irish dancing?

The CLASS is for complete beginners

Beginner IRISH DANCE class for adults – from 16 years.
Lessons are Thursdays 19.15 – 20.00Nybegyndere voksne 16+Over 30 including VAT Kr 2750Under 30 no VAT Kr. 2200The price is for the entire season: from Thursday , August 27th to Thursday, December 10th, 2026. Autumn holiday in week 42.

Sign up here

Begynderhold i IRSK DANS for ung/voksne – fra 16 år.
Tordage19.15 – 20.00
Nybegyndere voksne 16+Over 30 including VAT Kr 2750Under 30 no VAT Kr. 2200Prisen er for hele sæsonen: fra torsdag d. 27. august til og med mandag d. 10. december 2026.
Efterårsferie i uge 42.

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ICAD Members Family Barbecue
2026-09-05 13:00 - 18:00
The Irish Culture Association of Denmark (ICAD) invites you to celebrate the end of summer with an afternoon of food, family, and friendship
Saturday, September 5
From 1:00 PM
Tåsingegade 60, Østerbro 2100
We’ll fire up the grill and provide hot dogs, and snacks.
Kids and families are very welcome! There’s a playground right beside us, so the little ones can run, play and make new friends while everyone enjoys some good food and company.
Feel free to bring your own drinks or any extra food you’d like to share, whether it’s a favourite BBQ treat, a tasty side or something the kids love.
Whether you’re a long-time member of ICAD, new to the Irish community, or simply looking for a fun family afternoon, come and join us as we make the most of summer before autumn arrives.
Please RSVP by emailing adrian.mongan@outlook.com. It would be great to know how many adults and children are coming so we can make sure there’s plenty of food for everyone!

September Irish Jam Session
2026-09-06 14:00 - 16:00 | Spillestedet RIGA i Hvidovre, Hvidovrevej 241, Hvidovre, 2650
Søndag den 6. september i Spisehuset Gaarden i Hvidovre.
Spisehuset Gaarden ligger i forbindelse med Kulturhus Risbjerggaard og teater Vestvolden, og har adresse på Hvidovrevej 241, 2650 Hvidovre.Der er masser parkeringsmulighed, både på venstre side af Rissbjerggaard og overfor på Hvidovre Rådhus’ kæmpe parkeringsplads.
Kom og vær med søndag den 6. september, kl. 14.Gaarden åbner kl. 13.
Alle er velkomne og nyheden må meget gerne spredes

Message from arranger:

On Sunday, September 6, we’ll be meeting at Spisehuset Gaarden.

Everyone is welcome, so please feel free to spread the word. You are welcome to sing, play an instument or just sit back and enjoy the music. ALL levels of instrument playing are welcome! This is a safe space to try out playing Irish music

Spisehuset Gaarden is located in connection with Kulturhus Risbjerggaard and Teater Vestvolden, at Hvidovrevej 241, 2650 Hvidovre.
There is plenty of parking available – both on the left-hand side of Risbjerggaard and across the road at Hvidovre Rådhus, which has a large parking area.
So come and join us on Sunday, September 6 2:00 PM.Gaarden opens at 1:00 PM.
Everyone is welcome, and please feel free to spread the word!

FEST I BYMIDTEN - IRISH JAM FRA KL 15:30-16:30
2026-09-13 13:00 - 17:00 | Hvidovre, Hvidovrevej 241, Hvidovre, 2650
PROGRAMMET ER KLART – HVIDOVRE FEJRER FÆLLESSKABET!
Søndag den 13. september kl. 13.00–17.00 fyldes Hvidovre Bymidte med liv, musik, aktiviteter og fællesskab, når over 70 foreninger og kulturinstitutioner inviterer til Fest i Bymidten.
Der er noget for hele familien – blandt andet livemusik, dans, teater, cirkus, kreative værksteder, sport, spejderaktiviteter, leg og bevægelse.
På udendørsscenen ved Kulturhus Risbjerggaard kan du opleve Billie and the Jeans og ØstMøn Band.
Inde i Kulturhus Risbjerggaard kan du gå på opdagelse blandt mere end 30 stande, opleve kreative aktiviteter, teater, lokalradio og meget mere.
På Hvidovrevej bliver der plads til aktiviteter på hjul, linedans, roller derby og dans, mens Rådhusparken byder på blandt andet klatrevæg, fodbold, badminton, bordtennis, atletik, kampsport, spejderaktiviteter og cirkus.

Der er IRSK JAM på Rådhuspladsen fra 15:30 – 16:30

Info:
https://www.facebook.com/events/hvidovrevej-241-2650-hvidovre-denmark/fest-i-bymidten-hvidovre-fejrer-f%C3%A6lleskabet/2144490469782332/

THE PROGRAMME IS READY – HVIDOVRE CELEBRATES COMMUNITY!
On Sunday, 13 September, from 1:00–5:00 pm, Hvidovre Town Centre will come alive with music, activities and community spirit as more than 70 local associations and cultural institutions invite you to Fest i Bymidten (Festival in the Town Centre).
There will be something for the whole family, including live music, dancing, theatre, circus, creative workshops, sports, scouting activities, games and movement.
🎶 At the outdoor stage by Kulturhus Risbjerggaard, you can enjoy performances by Billie and the Jeans and ØstMøn Band.
🏠 Inside Kulturhus Risbjerggaard, you can explore more than 30 stalls and enjoy creative activities, theatre, local radio and much more.
🚲 Along Hvidovrevej, there will be activities on wheels, line dancing, roller derby and dancing, while Rådhusparken will offer activities including a climbing wall, football, badminton, table tennis, athletics, martial arts, scouting activities and circus.
IRISH JAM at Rådhuspladsen from 3:30–4:30 pm! All are welcome to join in!
More info:
https://www.facebook.com/events/hvidovrevej-241-2650-hvidovre-denmark/fest-i-bymidten-hvidovre-fejrer-f%C3%A6lleskabet/2144490469782332/

Glass Ceiling – A Play about Diversity and Power
2026-09-16 00:00 - 2026-09-26 23:59 | H2O theatre, Hørsholmsgade 20, 2200 Kbh N, 2200
Glass Ceiling by Fergal O’Byrne

WHAT and WHY
Glass Ceiling is a play focusing on gender inequality in business. We are in 2026, yet the play’s theme is highly relevant. Only 7 % of European Fortune 500 have female CEOs and less than 20% of Danish companies, with more than 50 employees, have women on their boards.
Through thought-provoking narrative, the play shines a light on important structural and cultural barriers that unfortunately still exist in management.
The intimate staging creates an intense, and at times humorous, experience where the audience become witnesses to the drama up close to the actors.
PLOT SUMMARY
Chairman, Mason, leads a traditional male-dominated company. He is interviewing Samantha, who is applying for the position of CEO. Behind closed doors an intense power-play unfolds in a story that raises important questions about leadership, gender, and morality. The play is based on the author’s own experiences as a former CEO and Chair of technology companies, ensuring both authenticity and a nuanced treatment of the themes.
The play is returning after a successful run in 2025, due to high demand for tickets from schools and business networks. The play is unique in that it offer a Q&A after the performances with a the writer, director, actors and producer.
The Team
This run of Glass Ceiling brings back together an experienced team: Irish writer Fergal O’Byrne and English director Barry McKenna with the Danes, Claus Bue and Maja Muhlack. The team was recently nominated for two CPH Theatre Awards.
Tickets are available here: https://teaterbilletter.dk/forestillinger/glass-ceiling-148544

Event Name
Glass Ceiling

Performance Dates
16 – 26 September 2026

Spoken Language
English

Venue
H2O theatre

Location
Hørsholmgade 20
2200 København N

Maximum attendees
60

For more information contact Maiken O’Byrne at maiken@fergalobyrne.com or +45 53 88 48 98.
The performance is in English and takes approximately 1 hour. It is specifically aimed at young people in education and anyone connected to the business world.

ICAD Members End Of Summer Party
2026-09-19 17:00 - 23:00
End of Summer Boat Party
ICAD members and friends, join us to say slán agus beannacht to summer in style at the ICAD End of Summer Boat Party on the 19 September, from 5pm onwards.
Join us for a lovely evening of good company, craic, chats, music and song and refreshements in the iconic setting of Nyhavn harbour. Snacks will be provided, but feel free to bring along whatever beverages your heart desires.
The boat’s location will be shared later with those who RSVP, using the link below:
End of summer party
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Sætte Kryds i Kalenderen – ICAD Sommerafslutningsfest
ICAD-medlemmer og venner, kom og sig slán agus beannacht til sommeren med stil til ICADs sommerafslutningsfest den 19. september fra kl. 17.00.
Deltag i en dejlig aften med godt selskab, sjov, snak, musik, sang og forfriskninger i Nyhavns ikoniske omgivelser. Der vil blive serveret snacks, men du er velkommen til at medbringe lige de drikkevarer, du ønsker.
Adressen vil blive delt senere med dem, der tilmelder sig, via linket nedenfor.
End of summer party

Nuala Kennedy & Eamon O'Leary Concert
2026-09-25 20:00 - 22:30 | Metronomen, Godthåbsvej 33, 2000, Denmark
Irsk duo, der kan det hele
Nuala Kennedy & Eamon O’Leary sætter CFC’s efterårs-sæson 2026 i gang, og så kan det da ikke blive meget bedre. Sangerinden, som også er kendt som dygtig fløjtespiller, brillerer ikke mindst med sin varme, indtagende stemm. Den er hørt og nydt særdeles ofte i Danmark, fordi hun blandt meget andet også turnerer med Eskil Romme og Himmerland og også andre.
Hendes musikalske partner, Eamon Leary med speciale i strenge, har i mange år boet i New York, men de finder tiden til koncerter og turneer sammen og med diverse andre musikere. Deres nyeste fælles smukke (og succesfulde) album, ”Hydra”, indspillede dei 2024 på den lille, græske ø Hydra, som blev kendtfor mange år siden, ikke mindst gennem Leonard Cohens berømte ophold med sin norske Marianne.
O’Leary og Kennedy har spillet og finpudset deres fælles “act” i artier og i mange koncertsale og spillesteder i en stor del af verden. Sammen med den superbe guitarist John Doyle, som CFC har præsenteret i diverse sammenhænge, har de trioen The Alt.
Puster liv i gamle sange
De to irske kunstnere denne aften deler interessen for at samle knap så kendte gamle sange og melodier og give dem nyt liv for et nutidigt (og meget interesseret) publikum på en både intenst dragende og charmerende måde, som de har finpudset sammen I mange år. Det har de gjort ved et både flittig og engageret turnéliv i snart sagt alle slags venues, store og små, inde og ude, her, der og alle vegne.
Naturligvis har de to kendte og unikke musikere samarbejdet med mange andre, som man jo gør meget ud af i folk’en, der er fyldt med dygtige musikere, som hver især altid har øjne og ører for hinanden. Her kunne vi nok fylde mange linjer med navne,de har spillet med, her blot Kevin Burke, Mike Scott, Beth Orton, Bonnie ‘Prince’ Billy, Liz Carroll, John Doyle og selvfølgelig vores egen Eskil Romme og Himmerland, der har turneret adskillige gange i bl.a. Australien.
Tidløst lydtæppe
Nuala Kennedy og Eamon O’Leary er vigtige og populære repræsentanter for både den irske trad-musik, den kontemporære, som de jo også selv skriver, og countryinfluerede, og de spiller det hele med stort overskud, nærvær og diskret virtuositet i både sange og instrumentalnumre. På “Hydra” spiller de egne numre om havet (lige uden for studiets store åbne vinduer på Hydra), om kærlighed, arbejde, ritualer, emigration, krig, mens øen vibrerer af liv og rum og en mærkbar og åbenlys glæde ved stedet og at fortælle om det. The Guardian valgte det som ”Folk Album of the month”, og “Hydra” fik storslåede anmeldelser rundt om i verden. Både for deres instrumentale ekvilibrisme og sangskrivning – og for det rige og smukke ”tæppe af traditionel sang og tidløse historier”. Øverst på formularen

fredag d. 25. september kl. 20.00
Dørene åbner 19.00
Entré: Medlemmer kr 100 / Ikke-medlemmer 175
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Halloween's Irish roots with Brendan Killeen
2026-10-02 16:00 - 17:40 | Studieskolen, Borgergade 12, Kbh K, 1300
Discover the roots of Halloween

From the ancient Celtic festival of Samhain to the global celebration it is today – come and hear a story exploring the fascinating origins and evolution of Halloween and its sometimes bumpy evolution!
Is Halloween older than Christmas? How did an Irish tradition become a global phenomenon?
Discover how Halloween began over 2000 years ago in Ireland with the Celtic festival of Samhain marking the end of the harvest and the start of winter. Celebrated on 31 October, it was seen as a liminal moment when the boundary between the living and the dead became blurred, allowing spirits to cross into our world. This festival eventually developed into the Catholic feast days of All Souls and All Saints (with links to Día de los Muertos)
Studieskolen welcomes award-winning writer Brendan Killeen for a talk and lively debate about this cultural phenomenon that grips both Ireland and Denmark. Brendan is an award-winning Irish journalist, writer and editor who has been living in Copenhagen for 20 years. He works in communications at the European Environment Agency and is currently working on a collection of short stories.
Halloween around the world today
Halloween is now part of global popular culture thanks to social media, TV and films. However, Brendan’s recollections of Halloween in Dublin of the 1970’s involved dubious, homemade costumes and handouts of fruit and nuts! And his first experience of Halloween in Denmark involved his children being offered a sausage by a confused neighbour.
We will also look at some central questions: How did the tradition of using turnips as laterns change to pumpkins? How is Halloween celebrated today in Ireland? How do the Danes celebrate Halloween?
Join the debate
After the talk, you will have the opportunity to ask questions and discuss them. You can choose to talk about the topics brought up in the talk or add any other questions you have that are related.
You don’t need to speak perfect English – just come if you want to participate, listen, and share your impressions. The conversation will take place in English at a pace that everyone can follow.
You will also get a little taste-tester of Irish Halloween. Don’t worry – it’s not scary!
Event details:
Friday 2 October 2026 16:00-17:40
Borgergade 14, 1st floor, room 128
It’s free, but please sign up in advance.
Everyone is welcome!
Register here

Debat og oplæg med en personlig, irsk vinkel på halloweens lange historie
Vi har inviteret Brendan Killeen til at fortælle og perspektivere halloween – især den måde, den bliver fejret på i Irland og Danmark. Brendan er en prisvindende irsk journalist, forfatter og redaktør, som har boet i København i 20 år. Han arbejder med kommunikation til dagligt og skriver i øjeblikket på en novellesamling.
Er halloween ældre end julen? Hvordan blev en irsk tradition et fænomen på tværs af lande?
Halloween begyndte for over 2000 år siden i Irland med den keltiske festival Samhain, der senere udviklede sig til de katolske helligdage allesjælesdag og allehelgensdag.
Halloween er nu en del af den globale populærkultur – men med store forskelle. Brendan Killeens egne minder fra halloween i Dublin i 1970’erne omfatter hjemmelavede kostumer og uddeling af frugt og nødder, og til hans første halloween i Danmark blev hans børn tilbudt en pølse af en forvirret nabo!
Oplægget kommer også ind på andre ting – vidste du fx, at man oprindeligt brugte roer som lygter og slet ikke græskar?
Deltag i debatten
Efter oplægget om halloweens historie og nutid går debatten i gang, og du kan stille spørgsmål og selv give din mening. Du kan vælge at tale om emnerne fra oplægget eller bringe andre relevante spørgsmål op.
Hvordan fejres halloween i dag i Irland og Danmark? Er der nogen fælles træk? Og hvad betyder halloween i dag?
Du behøver ikke tale perfekt engelsk – kom bare, hvis du har lyst til at deltage, lytte og dele dine indtryk. Samtalen foregår på letforståeligt engelsk, som alle kan følge.
Du får også en lille smagsprøve på irsk halloween. Bare rolig – det er ikke uhyggeligt!
Det foregår:
Fredag den 2. oktober 2026 kl. 16.00-17.40
Borgergade 14, 1. sal, lokale 128
Alle er velkomne. Det er gratis, men du skal tilmelde dig.
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October Irish Jam Session
2026-10-04 14:00 - 16:00 | Spisehusetgaarden, Hvidovrevej 241, Hvidovre, Denmark, 2650, Denmark
Søndag den 4. oktober i Spisehuset Gaarden i Hvidovre.
Spisehuset Gaarden ligger i forbindelse med Kulturhus Risbjerggaard og teater Vestvolden, og har adresse på Hvidovrevej 241, 2650 Hvidovre.Der er masser parkeringsmulighed, både på venstre side af Rissbjerggaard og overfor på Hvidovre Rådhus’ kæmpe parkeringsplads.
Kom og vær med søndag den 4. oktober, kl. 14.Gaarden åbner kl. 13.
Alle er velkomne og nyheden må meget gerne spredes

Message from arranger:

On Sunday, October 4, we’ll be meeting at Spisehuset Gaarden.
Everyone is welcome, so please feel free to spread the word. You are welcome to sing, play an instument or just sit back and enjoy the music. ALL levels of instrument playing are welcome! This is a safe space to try out playing Irish music 🙂
Spisehuset Gaarden is located in connection with Kulturhus Risbjerggaard and Teater Vestvolden, at Hvidovrevej 241, 2650 Hvidovre.
There is plenty of parking available – both on the left-hand side of Risbjerggaard and across the road at Hvidovre Rådhus, which has a large parking area.
So come and join us on Sunday, October 4 2:00 PM.Gaarden opens at 1:00 PM.

DYLAN MORAN LIVE
2026-10-10 20:00 - 21:30 | DR Koncert Huset, Ørestads Boulevard 13 2300 København S., 2300
Dylan Moran, den irske prisvindende komiker, vender tilbage til DR Koncerthuset med nyt show. Gør dig klar til en aften med knivskarp
humor og kompromisløs stand-up. Den BAFTA- og Perrier-prisvindende irske komiker er kendt for sin skarpe, tørre humor og sit særlige blik på hverdagens absurditeter – fra arbejdsliv og relationer til menneskets evige forsøg på at finde mening i det hele.
Mange kender ham som den kaotiske boghandler Bernard Black fra kultserien Black Books, men det er på stand-up-scenen, Dylan Moran for alvor folder sig ud: alene med mikrofonen, spontane indfald og en humor, der rammer både skævt og præcist.
Hans nye show Looking For Trouble tager fat i alt det, vi forsøger at holde sammen på i hverdagen: arbejdsliv, ambitioner og følelsen af at være lidt bagud i sit eget liv. Med sin særlige evne til at bevæge sig fra det dybt genkendelige til det fuldstændig absurde inviterer Moran publikum ind i et univers, hvor eksistentielle kriser og latter går hånd i hånd.
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