THE ADVENTURE COLLECTIVE® · Independent discovery and booking for outdoor travel
Join Declan Nerney for a rollicking 90-minute country show at the Bonnington Dublin Hotel on 25 July 2026. Perfect for fans and visitors combining All-Ireland weekend events — arrive early, bring ID, and book the room-and-show package for a no-fuss night out.
Join Declan Nerney for a rollicking 90-minute country show at the Bonnington Dublin Hotel on 25 July 2026. Perfect for fans and visitors combining All-Ireland weekend events — arrive early, bring ID, and book the room-and-show package for a no-fuss night out.
Book with Bonnington Dublin
Verified experiences and guided adventures in the surrounding area.
Operated by Bonnington Dublin · Dublin 9, County Dublin
An electric country night at the Bonnington Dublin Hotel in Dublin 9, County Dublin, offers a rare blend of foot-stomping singalongs and hotel-hospitality ease. When Declan Nerney takes the stage on Saturday, 25 July 2026, doors open at 8:00 pm and the show runs for 1 hour and 30 minutes starting 8:30 pm — a compact, high-energy set built for dancing. Tickets are €20 and the venue encourages attendees aged 18 and over; the listing also offers an overnight package from €149 pps that pairs the gig with breakfast and a short walk or cab ride to Croke Park for All-Ireland Final weekend plans.
The Bonnington Dublin Hotel is the practical kind of venue: a dedicated stage, an open dancefloor and a hotel bar that keeps lines moving so the music remains central. Declan Nerney, a household name in Irish country music from County Fermanagh, fills that space with classics like Stop the World and Marquee in Drumlish, leaning on decades of crowd-pleasing craft to keep the floor full. Expect a live set that favors singalong choruses, steady two-steps and the kind of storytelling that gets the room clapping along.
This event works especially well for visitors combining sport and entertainment; it’s close to central transit corridors in Dublin and makes a tidy evening before or after a match at Croke Park. For locals, it’s a night out that keeps traditional country music alive in the city, offering a communal scene where generations cross the floor together. The practical details matter: the show’s start time, the 18+ policy and the 1.5-hour runtime make it easy to plan meals, transport and late-night returns.
Bring comfortable shoes for the dancefloor and a valid ID; arrive when doors open to choose a preferred spot. Expect standard hotel venue acoustics — clear vocals and a compact stage that puts Declan within arm’s reach of the crowd. Plan transport in advance: city buses, taxis and short rideshares serve the Dublin 9 corridor, and the hotel’s location makes a late exit straightforward compared with central-city streets. If you prefer quieter spots, ask staff about seated areas or arrive before peak to claim a table. Bar service tends to match the pace of the set—fast between numbers, steady during ballads—so check opening times if you want pre-show dinner. Keep cash or card ready for quick purchases and respect venue staff during busy periods. Enjoy responsibly, enjoy.
Doors open at 8:00 pm and the show starts at 8:30 pm; the performance runs approximately 1 hour and 30 minutes.
This is an 18+ event—attendees must present valid photo ID at entry.
Tickets are €20; the listing notes an overnight package from €149 per person sharing that includes a post-show stay and breakfast.
The event is at the Bonnington Dublin Hotel in Dublin 9, County Dublin, a short ride from Croke Park and central transit routes.
Public transit and taxis serve Dublin 9; check local bus routes or pre-book a taxi or rideshare — venue parking details should be confirmed directly with the hotel.
Most attendees take photos, but be mindful of the performer and other guests; if in doubt, check with venue staff about flash or professional camera restrictions.
Bonnington Dublin, located in Dublin 9, County Dublin, hosts a regular programme of live music nights, themed dance evenings, and seasonal celebrations. The hotel offers weekly events including Irish Party Nights with the Dublin City Ramblers, Country Nights featuring Robert Mizzell and Louise Morrissey, and Folk Nights with Seán Keane. Afternoon Swing with Tom Cole Jr and Declan Nerney Country Dance provide additional live-music evenings. For the holiday season, Bonnington Dublin stages Festive Afternoon Celebrations and Christmas Party Nights that include a three-course dinner, live tribute acts such as ABBA and Tina Turner, dancing, and optional overnight stays. Many events offer dinner-and-show options and combine live performance with dining and dancing. Artists and tribute acts named in event listings perform on specific nights to create themed experiences for guests and visitors. The venue’s calendar lists performances on set weekdays—Tuesdays, Wednesdays, and Thursdays—making it suitable for midweek entertainment. Public details highlight both afternoon and evening formats: relaxed festive lunches, lively party nights, and seated dinner services. Information provided for each event specifies performers, musical style, and featured components like three-course menus or dinner-and-show packages. Bonnington Dublin’s programming focuses on Irish folk, country, swing, and tribute-style entertainment. Visitors seeking themed live music in Dublin 9 can consult the venue’s event listings for dates, seating options, and any overnight stay packages offered during holiday events. Ticketing, menu details, and performance schedules are published by the hotel for each event, allowing visitors to plan attendance and select dinner or show packages in advance easily.
Book with Bonnington Dublin