International Uilleann Piping Day at Henrietta Street HQ
2025-11-01 19:00 - 23:00 UTC | Na Píobairí Uilleann, 15 Henrietta St., Dublin 1, Dublin, D01 N504, Ireland
Na Píobairí Uilleann are delighted to invite you to celebrate #IUPD2025 with us in our Henrietta Street HQ in Dublin on Saturday 1st November.

There will be a piping performances followed by a session on the night. There will be performances by students of Na Píobairí Uilleann as well as Will Johnson from Cleveland, Ohio.

This is a free event and all are welcome to attend. We look forward to seeing you there!

Wherever you are based, there are events taking place all over the world, so head to our International Uilleann Piping Day page to find an event near you!

Contact us at info@pipers.ie or +353 (0)1 8730093 for more information.

Session with the Pipers
2025-11-04 21:30 - 23:30 | The Cobblestone, 77 King Street North, Smithfield, Dublin 7, D07 TP22, Ireland
Na Píobairí Uilleann are delighted to present ‘Session with the Pipers’ in The Cobblestone on Tuesday 4th November at 9:30pm, doors open at 9pm with performances from Niamh Landale (uilleann pipes), John Blake (flute), Lamond Gillespie (fiddle) and
Aela Ní Ghaoithín (song).
Admission is €15 (concession rate €10). Please note that the Cobblestone is an Over 18s Only Venue.
Seating is not allocated and is available on a first come first served basis.
Supported by Arts Council Ireland.

Tionól - Píobaireachta na Mumhan
2025-11-07 - 2025-11-09 | Nano Nagle Birthplace, Ballygriffin, Mallow, Co. Cork, Ballygriffin, Mallow, Ireland
FRIDAY 7th
8pm Young Piper’s Recital
9pm Piper’s Chair
SATURDAY 8th
10am-3pm Piping &
Reedmaking Classes
3-5pm The Micheál Ó Riabhaigh Memorial Concert
8pm Piper’s Chair & Session
SUNDAY 9th
11:30am Lecture & Performance
Lecture: ‘Mícheál Ó Riabhaigh and The Cork Pipers Club’ by Mary Mitchell-Ingoldsby, (Lecturer, UCC).
Piper’s Chair
NPU will take all pre-bookings for classes.
TEACHERS
Rob Fell
Seán McCarthy
John Mitchell (pipe maintenance)
Derrick Gleeson (flat reedmaking)
Tove Byers
PERFORMERS
Eoin Ó Riabhaigh & Johnny McCarthy
Nell Ní Chróinín
Meadhbh O’ Leary Fitzpatrick & Nora Casey
Kieran Joy
For more information, contact info@pipers.ie

Second Sunday Session
2025-11-09 14:00 - 16:00
Na Píobairí Uilleann is delighted to introduce the Second Sunday Session, a new monthly traditional music gathering, held at the NPU Headquarters at 15 Henrietta Street, Dublin 1. The session will take place on the second Sunday of each month from 2-4pm.
This month’s session will take place on Sunday 9th November from 2-4pm.
Traditional musicians of all levels and listeners are very welcome to come along.
The initiative is supported by the Arts Council.

Notes & Narratives - Kieran Joy
2025-11-20 20:30 - 22:00 | Na Píobairí Uilleann, 15 Henrietta St., Dublin 1, Dublin, D01 N504, Ireland
For November’s Notes & Narratives we will be joined by Kieran Joy presenting ‘The Banks of the Suir” at Na Píobairí Uilleann HQ, 15 Henrietta Street, Dublin 1, starting at 8:30pm on Thursday 20th November 2025. This presentation offers an insight into the history of uilleann piping in Co. Waterford, a musical tradition present during different periods over the last two centuries. The presentation will walk through some historical references, images and recordings of some of the counties noted and lesser known players of our instrument.
Na Píobairí Uilleann presents Notes & Narratives – a series of monthly performance-based lectures on traditional music, song and dance by some of Ireland’s finest traditional artists.
Admission is €10 (unwaged / student / retired €5). For those unable to attend in person, it will also be live streamed for free through our channel NPU-TV.
Tickets available at the door or online: https://ie.powertik.com/events/notes-narratives-dublin-1-na-piobairi-uilleann-hq-15-henrietta-street-dublin-1-dublin
Supported by The Arts Council

Ceol sa Chlub - November
2025-11-28 19:00 - 21:00 | Na Píobairí Uilleann, 15 Henrietta St., Dublin 1, Dublin, D01 N504, Ireland
Ceol sa Chlub is a youth recital series, organised by young musicians for young musicians. Taking place on Friday 28th November, this month’s recital will take place downstairs in HQ, 15 Henrietta Street as usual and will feature three performances, hosted by Ceol sa Chlub organiser Éabha Morrow.
We invite all young musicians and their families to come and enjoy some live music! No registration or booking is needed.

Doors open at 6:45pm and the recital will begin at 7pm in the basement
Admission is €4 for U18s and €6 for accompanying adults
Please note that there will be a session after the performances, so make sure to bring your instruments!

Supported by Dublin City Council and the Arts Council.

Session with the Pipers - December
2025-12-02 21:30 - 23:30 | The Cobblestone, 77 King Street North, Smithfield, Dublin 7, D07 TP22, Ireland
Na Píobairí Uilleann are delighted to present ‘Session with the Pipers’ in The Cobblestone on Tuesday 2nd December at 9:30pm, doors open at 9pm with performances from Fiachra Potts (uilleann pipes), Jacqui Martin (fiddle), Lorraine Sweeney (flute) and Vincent Doherty (song).
Admission is €15 (concession rate €10). Please note that the Cobblestone is an Over 18s Only Venue.
Seating is not allocated and is available on a first come first served basis.
Supported by Arts Council Ireland.

Breandán Breathnach Commemorative Event 2025
2025-12-06 | Na Píobairí Uilleann, 15 Henrietta St., Dublin 1, Dublin, D01 N504, Ireland
Saturday 6th December 2025
The Breandán Breathnach Commemorative Event takes place annually in Henrietta Street on the first Saturday in December. The events of the day celebrate all aspects of Breandán’s legacy and include piping tuition, reedmaking tuition, a lecture and piping performance, followed by a social gathering with informal music.
This year’s event will take place on Saturday 6th December in NPU’s HQ, 15 Henrietta St. Dublin 1. All members are welcome to attend. Full details of this year’s programme of events will be announced shortly.
Schedule:
10am Piping & Reedmaking classes with Robbie Hannan, Catherine Ashcroft & Paddy Hyland
7pm Reception
8pm Lecture on The “Piper” McGuinness Collection (c.1900) of Co. Leitrim with Conor Ward & John Tuohy
9pm Piping Recital with Kara Doyle, Gay McKeon & Brian McNamara

Notes & Narratives - Mary Friel and Irene Martin in conversation with Caitlín Nic Gabhann
2025-12-11 20:30 - 22:00 | Na Píobairí Uilleann, 15 Henrietta St., Dublin 1, Dublin, D01 N504, Ireland
For December’s Notes & Narratives we will be joined by Mary Friel and Irene Martin in conversation with Caitlín Nic Gabhann at Na Píobairí Uilleann HQ, 15 Henrietta Street, Dublin 1, starting at 8:30pm on Thursday 11th December 2025.
Na Píobairí Uilleann presents Notes & Narratives – a series of monthly performance-based lectures on traditional music, song and dance by some of Ireland’s finest traditional artists.
Admission is €10 (unwaged / student / retired €5). For those unable to attend in person, it will also be live streamed for free through our channel NPU-TV.
Tickets available at the door or online: https://ie.powertik.com/events/notes-narratives-dublin-1-na-piobairi-uilleann-hq-15-henrietta-street-dublin-1-dublin
Supported by The Arts Council

Ceol sa Chlub - December
2025-12-12 19:00 - 21:00 | Na Píobairí Uilleann, 15 Henrietta St., Dublin 1, Dublin, D01 N504, Ireland
Ceol sa Chlub is a youth recital series, organised by young musicians for young musicians. Taking place on Friday 12th December, this month’s recital will take place downstairs in HQ, 15 Henrietta Street as usual and will feature three performances, hosted by Ceol sa Chlub organiser Éabha Morrow.
We invite all young musicians and their families to come and enjoy some live music! No registration or booking is needed.

Doors open at 6:45pm and the recital will begin at 7pm in the basement
Admission is €4 for U18s and €6 for accompanying adults
Please note that there will be a session after the performances, so make sure to bring your instruments!

Supported by Dublin City Council and the Arts Council.

Second Sunday Session
2025-12-14 14:00 - 16:00
Na Píobairí Uilleann is delighted to introduce the Second Sunday Session, a new monthly traditional music gathering, held at the NPU Headquarters at 15 Henrietta Street, Dublin 1. The session will take place on the second Sunday of each month from 2-4pm.
This month’s session will take place on Sunday 14th December from 2-4pm.
Traditional musicians of all levels and listeners are very welcome to come along.
The initiative is supported by the Arts Council.

Session with the Pipers - January
2026-01-06 21:30 - 23:30 | The Cobblestone, 77 King Street North, Smithfield, Dublin 7, D07 TP22, Ireland
Na Píobairí Uilleann are delighted to present ‘Session with the Pipers’ in The Cobblestone on Tuesday 6th January at 9:30pm, doors open at 9pm with performances from Wynton Moore (uilleann pipes), Jerry O’Reilly (song), Frances Morton (flute) & Paul O’Shaughnessy (fiddle).
Admission is €15 (concession rate €10). Please note that the Cobblestone is an Over 18s Only Venue.
Seating is not allocated and is available on a first come first served basis.
Supported by Arts Council Ireland.

Second Sunday Session
2026-01-11 14:00 - 16:00
Na Píobairí Uilleann is delighted to introduce the Second Sunday Session, a new monthly traditional music gathering, held at the NPU Headquarters at 15 Henrietta Street, Dublin 1. The session will take place on the second Sunday of each month from 2-4pm.
This month’s session will take place on Sunday 11th January from 2-4pm.
Traditional musicians of all levels and listeners are very welcome to come along.
The initiative is supported by the Arts Council.

Notes & Narratives - Cormac Ó hAodha
2026-01-15 20:30 - 22:00 | Na Píobairí Uilleann, 15 Henrietta St., Dublin 1, Dublin, D01 N504, Ireland
For December’s Notes & Narratives we will be joined by Cormac Ó hAodha presenting ‘Pead Buí Ó Loingsigh’ (1820-1900) – poet and piper from Baile Bhuirne at Na Píobairí Uilleann HQ, 15 Henrietta Street, Dublin 1, starting at 8:30pm on Thursday 15th January 2025.
Na Píobairí Uilleann presents Notes & Narratives – a series of monthly performance-based lectures on traditional music, song and dance by some of Ireland’s finest traditional artists.
Admission is €10 (unwaged / student / retired €5). For those unable to attend in person, it will also be live streamed for free through our channel NPU-TV.
Tickets available at the door or online: https://ie.powertik.com/events/notes-narratives-cormac-o-haodha
Supported by The Arts Council

Ceol sa Chlub - January
2026-01-30 19:00 - 21:00 | Na Píobairí Uilleann, 15 Henrietta St., Dublin 1, Dublin, D01 N504, Ireland
Ceol sa Chlub is a youth recital series, organised by young musicians for young musicians. The first Ceol sa Chlub of 2026 will take place on Friday 30th January downstairs in HQ, 15 Henrietta Street as usual and will feature three performances, hosted by Róisín McNamara.
We invite all young musicians and their families to come and enjoy some live music! No registration or booking is needed.

Doors open at 6:45pm and the recital will begin at 7pm in the basement
Admission is €4 for U18s and €6 for accompanying adults – tickets available at the door
Please note that there will be a session after the performances, so make sure to bring your instruments!

Supported by Dublin City Council and the Arts Council.

Session with the Pipers - February
2026-02-03 21:30 - 23:30 | The Cobblestone, 77 King Street North, Smithfield, Dublin 7, D07 TP22, Ireland
Na Píobairí Uilleann are delighted to present ‘Session with the Pipers’ in The Cobblestone on Tuesday 3rd February at 9:30pm, doors open at 9pm with performances from four musicians.
Admission is €15 (concession rate €10). Please note that the Cobblestone is an Over 18s Only Venue.
Seating is not allocated and is available on a first come first served basis.
Supported by Arts Council Ireland.

Tionól Dhún na nGall 2026
2026-02-13 - 2026-02-15
Friday 13th February – Sunday 15th February 2026
Na Píobairí Uilleann’s annual Tionól Dhún na nGall will take place in 2026 in Gaoth Dobhair and surrounding areas. The full programme of events will continue to be updated here and on our social media. This years programme will include:

Classes in piping, reedmaking and pipe maintenance with Jane Walls, Brian Stafford and Liam Stapleton
Afternoon recital featuring Ronán Galvin, Rita Farrell, Leonard Barry & Andy Morrow
Young Pipers’ Recital
Pipers’ Chairs

Over the weekend events will take place in Teach Hiúdaí Beag, Ionad Pobail Dhún Lúiche and Crolly Distillery.
To register for classes, please contact info@pipers.ie / 018730093
Accommodation:
There are numerous options available for accommodation within the area. Below is a small selection. We have also included a link to https://gaothdobhair.ie/stay/ which has a more comprehensive list.

Teach Campbell
Teach Hiúdaí Beag
An Chúirt Hotel
Caisleáin Óir Hotel

Programme of Events
Friday 13th February
Venue: Teach Hiúdaí Beag
8pm: Young Piper’s Recital
9pm: Piper’s Chair
Saturday 14th February
Venue: Ionad Pobail Dhún Lúiche
10am – 3pm: Piping, Pipe Maintenance & Reedmaking Tuition
Tutors: Jane Walls, Brian Stafford and Liam Stapleton
3:30pm – 5pm: Afternoon Recital
Ronán Galvin (fiddle)
Rita Farrell (uilleann pipes)
Leonard Barry (uilleann pipes) & Andy Morrow (fiddle)
Venue: Teach Hiúdaí Beag
8pm: Piper’s Chair
Sunday 15th February
Venue: The Crolly Distillery
12pm: Piper’s Chair

Leo Rowsome Commemorative Event 2026
2026-02-28 | Na Píobairí Uilleann, 15 Henrietta St., Dublin 1, Dublin, D01 N504, Ireland
Saturday 28th February 2026

The Leo Rowsome Commemorative Event takes place annually in Henrietta Street on the last Saturday in February. The events of the day celebrate all aspects of Leo’s legacy and include piping tuition, reedmaking tuition, a lecture and piping performance, followed by a social gathering with informal music.

This year’s event will take place on Saturday 28th February. Full details of this year’s programme of events will be available in the new year. All members are welcome to attend.

For those interested in attending piping and reedmaking classes, please contact +353-1-8730093 or info@pipers.ie.

Classes are €40 for members / €55 for non-members

Programme of Events

10:30am – 3pm: Piping & Reedmaking Tuition

Piping Tutors: Mark Redmond

Reedmaking Tutor: Evertjan’t Hart

8pm: Lecture – TBC

Speaker: TBC

9pm: Piping Recital

Leo Rickard & more

Session with the Pipers - March
2026-03-03 21:30 - 23:30 | The Cobblestone, 77 King Street North, Smithfield, Dublin 7, D07 TP22, Ireland
Na Píobairí Uilleann are delighted to present ‘Session with the Pipers’ in The Cobblestone on Tuesday 3rd March at 9:30pm, doors open at 9pm with performances from four musicians.
Admission is €15 (concession rate €10). Please note that the Cobblestone is an Over 18s Only Venue.
Seating is not allocated and is available on a first come first served basis.
Supported by Arts Council Ireland.

Breandán Breathnach Commemorative Event 2026
2026-12-05 | Na Píobairí Uilleann, 15 Henrietta St., Dublin 1, Dublin, D01 N504, Ireland
Saturday 5th December 2026
The Breandán Breathnach Commemorative Event takes place annually in Henrietta Street on the first Saturday in December. The events of the day celebrate all aspects of Breandán’s legacy and include piping tuition, reedmaking tuition, a lecture and piping performance, followed by a social gathering with informal music.
This year’s event will take place on Saturday 5th December in NPU’s HQ, 15 Henrietta St. Dublin 1. All members are welcome to attend. Full details of this year’s programme of events will be announced in due course.
Schedule:
To be confirmed.
