upcoming shows

upcoming shows

All events are 18+ unless expressly stated otherwise.

Curveball: Eldars
Jul
10

Curveball: Eldars

Based in Dublin, the five members bring a wealth of experience of playing the live scene in many different guises to strive for something that brings classic songwriting to the fore while presenting a unique take on the rock sound.

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Booka Shade
Jul
11

Booka Shade

Following on from their outstanding shows last year, Booka Shade have announced their return to Dublin with a date at The Button Factory this July. This will be their last Dublin show for a while and it promises to be an incredible night.

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Curveball: Open For Delivery
Jul
13

Curveball: Open For Delivery

Three Dublin Emo bands, Jigsaw, Open For Delivery, and Add 11 live in Curveball July 13th. It's as close as you can get to a house show in Dublin City Center. If you're a fan of catchy guitar riffs and overcomplicated drumming then this is the show for you.

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Pabllo Vittar Presents: Club Vittar (SOLD OUT)
Jul
17
to 18 Jul

Pabllo Vittar Presents: Club Vittar (SOLD OUT)

Award-winning Brazilian pop icon and drag queen Pabllo Vittar is a global force. Ever since conquering the Brazilian market with her 2017 debut album, Vai Passar Mal, which featured club-ready singles “K.O.” and “Corpo Sensual,” Vittar has exploded into an international sensation, becoming the most-followed drag queen on social media with 35+ million followers.

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CURVEBALL: Naasty Club
Jul
18
to 19 Jul

CURVEBALL: Naasty Club

Naasty welcomes acclaimed UK garage and hard house selector Inafekt for our biggest headline show to date at Curveball on July 18. Joined by our Naasty residents MTC DJs, Scott Hernon, Ronan MacGib and Myles O’Rourke. This summer party promises a high-energy night of underground sounds

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CURVEBALL: Barbi Recanati
Aug
10

CURVEBALL: Barbi Recanati

Barbi Recanati is one of the most influential figures in contemporary Argentine alternative rock and indie, known not only as a musician but also as an activist and cultural promoter. She first gained recognition leading ‘Utopians’, the garage rock band she fronted for over a decade, earning a Latin Grammy nomination before the group disbanded in 2017. She then launched a solo career, shifting from raw punk to a post-punk and new wave sound shaped by synths, chorus-heavy guitars, and introspective melancholy.

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Chat Pile (SOLD OUT)
Aug
19

Chat Pile (SOLD OUT)

Like the towering mounds of toxic waste from which it gets its namesake, the music of Oklahoma City noise rock quartet Chat Pile is a suffocating, grotesque embodiment of the existential anguish that has defined the 21st Century. It figures that a band with this abrasive, unrelenting, and outlandish of a sound has struck as strong of a chord as it has.

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Chat Pile
Aug
20

Chat Pile

Like the towering mounds of toxic waste from which it gets its namesake, the music of Oklahoma City noise rock quartet Chat Pile is a suffocating, grotesque embodiment of the existential anguish that has defined the 21st Century. It figures that a band with this abrasive, unrelenting, and outlandish of a sound has struck as strong of a chord as it has.

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CURVEBALL: The Real
Aug
22
to 23 Aug

CURVEBALL: The Real

Expect a night dedicated to the sound that built Hip Hop culture, with nothing but the best of 90's & 00's Hip Hop and R&B - Featuring an all-vinyl set from DJ Dobee, this is a celebration of authentic Boom Bap.

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Rochelle Jordan
Aug
25

Rochelle Jordan

London-born, Toronto-raised artist Rochelle Jordan comes to The Button Factory, Dublin on 25 August 2026, bringing her fearless fusion of alt-R&B, soul, UK garage, house and electronic pop.

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GOAT
Aug
27

GOAT

Acclaimed Swedish Alternative Collective GOAT announce their first ever Dublin Show at Button Factory, Dublin on Friday 29th of August, 2026. 

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GOAT (SOLD OUT)
Aug
28

GOAT (SOLD OUT)

GOAT is a Swedish alternative and experimental fusion music group originating, according to its own mythology, from the village of Korpilombolo in Norrbotten County. The seven-piece ensemble performs anonymously, concealed behind masks and pagan ceremonial dress.

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IE/DC
Sept
4

IE/DC

As seen in the RTÉ documentary, “The Great Pretenders”, Ireland’s most electrifying AC/DC tribute act IE/DC make their return to Dublin’s Button Factory on Friday 4th September 2026 performing over two hours of high voltage AC/DC hits including a performance of the classic album “Highway to Hell” in full

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KRS ONE
Sept
12

KRS ONE

Hip-Hop in its purest form: the legend KRS-One brings his My Philosophy Tour to Europe! As the architect of Boom-Bap and one of the most important voices in the culture, “The Teacher” embodies knowledge, consciousness, and authenticity like no one else.

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The Jazz Room
Sept
13

The Jazz Room

Join us at The Jazz Room as we celebrate two of the most influential musicians of all time: Frank Sinatra and Louis Armstrong. Experience their timeless music reimagined by a talented live band in an intimate setting. Get your tickets for The Jazz Room: A Frank Sinatra & Louis Armstrong Tribute in Dublin!

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Holy F-
Sept
19

Holy F-

At a time when even entire classic rock bands are being AI generated, Holy Fuck are now more relevant than ever. The Canadian quartet have forged their reputation for making electronic music with a human touch. While many artists create that core electronic via laptops, loops and drum machines, Holy Fuck keep every element as live as possible. The intoxication they inspire comes not from cold, staid perfection, but from the ragged energy that comes from four musicians relishing sharing a moment.

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CURVEBALL: Kalia Vandever
Sept
19

CURVEBALL: Kalia Vandever

Kalia Vandever (they/them) is a trombonist and composer living in New York. Praised by AllMusic as “a master musician and composer” and “a singular talent,” Vandever’s approach to the trombone is distinctive, defined by their sonorous tone and lyrical voicing. They lean into the challenges of the instrument and allow patience and melody to guide their process.

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Os Garotin
Sept
20

Os Garotin

Os Garotin are a Brazilian trio formed by Léo Guima, Anchietx, and Cupertino. Their sound blends influences from MPB, soul, R&B, and pop, delivered with a contemporary approach and a distinctive identity that has set them apart within the new generation of Brazilian music.

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She Past Away
Sept
23

She Past Away

"Like Robert Smith leading Joy Division, Turkish synth She Past Away duo make instant converts wherever they touch down' - The Austin Chronicle 

The Turkish darkwave/post-punk legends make their biggest Irish appearance to date. Volkan Caner and Doruk Ozturkcan bring their signature blend of brooding synths, driving guitars, and minimalist poetry wrapped in a dense, cinematic sound that has captivated audiences across Europe and North America.

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Lemoncello
Sept
25

Lemoncello

It’s hard not to feel seen by Lemoncello, a band whose live performances and recordings shimmer with the tones of modern Ireland. Their upcoming release, Perfect Place, evolves from the band’s folk-soaked roots and confidently explores intricate new shapes. Marking a bold new chapter for singer-songwriter Laura Quirke & cellist-arranger Claire Kinsella, Perfect Place is imbued with assuredness, encompassing full band recordings that weave synths and electronic percussion into the band’s staple organic sound. 

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Aterciopelados
Sept
30

Aterciopelados

Aterciopelados, Colombia's flagship band and one of the most influential projects in Ibero-American music. For over 30 years they have built a unique musical language blending rock, Latin American rhythms and ancestral roots, shaping a powerful, critical and enduring artistic identity. With 10 studio albums, 4 Latin Grammy Awards, and two Grammy nominations (1998 and 2026), their work has redefined rock in Spanish while championing female empowerment, environmental awareness, and social transformation.

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The Molotovs
Oct
3

The Molotovs

Since becoming a band in 2020, The Molotovs have been on a journey few teens their age could ever dream of. With hundreds of shows under their belts, approval and praise from the likes of Paul Weller and heralded as the second coming of Britpop, they are quickly becoming one of the bands of the moment.

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CURVEBALL: Dharmacide
Oct
3

CURVEBALL: Dharmacide

Dharmacide are a Madrid-based band known for their eclectic fusion of shoegaze, dream pop, and post-punk. Their sound is characterized by intricate guitar riffs, powerful drums, and deep, soulful vocals that create a unique and immersive atmosphere. Drawing influences from contemporary bands such as DIIV, Warpaint, and Beach House, as well as earlier artists like Cocteau Twins, Nick Cave and the Bad Seeds, and Tom Waits, the group blends ethereal textures with darker, more introspective tones.

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La Konga
Oct
4

La Konga

La Konga regresa a Dublin por tercera vez este 4 de octubre con su energía y éxitos del cuarteto argentino para una noche inolvidable.

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Ibibio Sound Machine
Oct
9

Ibibio Sound Machine

Ibibio Sound Machine are one of the most compelling and forward-thinking bands emerging from the UK scene - a genre-defying afro-futurist collective blending West African rhythms, electronic textures, disco, post-punk and global club energy into a sound that’s as powerful on record as it is explosive live. 

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Jake Xerxes Fussell
Oct
10

Jake Xerxes Fussell

Reared in Georgia and now settled in North Carolina, Jake Xerxes Fussell has established himself as a devoted listener and contemplative interpreter of a vast array of so-called folk songs, lovingly sourced from a personal store of favorites. He has released five studio albums to-date, beginning with his self-titled debut album, released by Paradise of Bachelors in 2015. 

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No Te Va Gustar
Oct
16

No Te Va Gustar

After the successful 30 Years Tour, which between 2024 and 2025 included over 120 shows, 19 countries, and more than 80 cities, NTVG is hitting the road again with a renewed proposal.

The 30 Years Tour had an epic finale in La Plata, Argentina, with Estadio UNO completely sold out in an unforgettable night that marked the end of a historic chapter for the band.

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Elder Island
Oct
23

Elder Island

Recently selected by Elton John for his Apple Music show Rocket Hour, the fourth single from Elder Islands forthcoming album, ‘Letters’ sees the Bristol trio take a more introspective turn. Expansive and slow burning in its progression, the track unfolds through layered instrumentation, expressive vocals and a steady, chugging rhythm that carries it forward. There is a cinematic quality to its world building, drawing on fragments of science fiction and folk imagery, all threaded through the feeling of a long, open-ended road trip.


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Satoshi
Oct
24

Satoshi

🎸 After representing Moldova in the Eurovision Grand Final and winning over audiences across the continent with his hit "Viva Moldova", SATOSHI is taking the song that captured everyone's hearts on the road. 

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Antony Szmierek
Oct
28

Antony Szmierek

Manchester-born poet, writer, and producer Antony Szmierek today announces his second album, Decoding Birdsong, arriving 21st August via Mushroom Music / Virgin Music Group. Just eighteen months after his critically acclaimed debut, Szmierek returns with a new body of work that signals a clear evolution in both sound and scope. Rooted in his personal touchstones within electronic music, the album pairs expansive, immersive production with his trademark razor-sharp lyricism. 

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Alex Cameron
Oct
29

Alex Cameron

In New York City on his thirteenth birthday, planes fell from the sky and crashed into the World Trade Center. This had nothing to do with Alex Cameron. He wasn’t there. He was in Australia. By the time the planes hit, it wasn’t even 9/11 anymore. It was 9/12.

This has been the secret rhythm of his art. One day ahead of a most terrible, but inevitable truth.

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Tortoise
Nov
3

Tortoise

Tortoise is widely considered one of the most influential music groups of the last 40 years, with a wide-reaching impact on the contemporary music scene. Pitchfork says: “Imagine a graphic showing all the bands the five members of Tortoise were in before they came together and then all the bands they went on to play with after. At the top of the funnel you have groups ranging from dreamy psych-rock to earthy post-punk crunch, including Eleventh Dream Day, Bastro, Slint, and the Poster Children; on the 'post-Tortoise' end are groups focusing on electro-jazz and twangy instrumental rock like Isotope 217, Chicago Underground, and Brokeback.

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The Total Stone Roses & OaYsis
Nov
6

The Total Stone Roses & OaYsis

The UK’s BEST Stone Roses Tribute return to the stage! If you love I Am The Resurrection, Made Of Stone, Fools Gold, Waterfall, She Bangs The Drums and many more then do not miss this exclusive opportunity to hear your favourite Stone Roses anthems performed live by the UK’s finest tribute!

Support comes from Oaysis, one of the UK’s best Oasis tribute bands performing a hits packed set that’s guaranteed to be BIBLICAL!  

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Basht.
Nov
7

Basht.

Basht. have earned themselves a devoted fanbase in the run up to their debut album announcement, in no small thanks to taking their knockout live show on tour with the likes of DEADLETTER, Everything Everything and Wunderhorse, and featuring at festivals including The Great Escape, Truck, Supersonic Block Party, Liverpool Sound City, Dot To Dot, Live at Leeds, and Other Voices. With 2025’s celebrated Bitter and Twisted EP under their belts, the band are delighted to announce their debut album Poor Advice, a headline show and lead single, ‘Perfume’.

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Underscores
Nov
9

Underscores

Origin stories reenact familiar myths; this one begins with a kid alone in a bedroom, trying to make something no one has heard before. Hailing from San Francisco, Filipino-American artist April Harper Grey started making music as underscores in middle school, when years of noodling around on GarageBand culminated in the realization that, if taken seriously enough, this whole “trying to be like Skrillex” thing might amount to something great.

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Duncan Dhu
Nov
12

Duncan Dhu

Queridos amigos desconocidos, este próximo 2025 se cumplen 40 años del debut discográfico de Duncan Dhu y saldré a la carretera a celebrarlo acompañado de mi banda.

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PorkPie
Nov
13

PorkPie

PorkPie stand proudly at the heart of the UK's modern ska revival, blending the fire of classic 2-Tone with their own unmistakable energy.

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Julia Wolf (+14 Show)
Nov
16

Julia Wolf (+14 Show)

Julia Wolf is a NYC-based artist whose rise has been defined by an unflinching commitment to lyrics-first storytelling, carving out a space that reaches beyond  the confines of genre.  Emerging from a slow-burn independent ascent, she broke through with “In My Room” - a deeply confessional track that continues to climb the Billboard Hot 100 and surge across multiple ‘Top Songs’ and ‘Viral’ charts on streaming services.

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Julia Wolf
Nov
17

Julia Wolf

Julia Wolf is a NYC-based artist whose rise has been defined by an unflinching commitment to lyrics-first storytelling, carving out a space that reaches beyond  the confines of genre. 

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feeble little horse
Nov
19

feeble little horse

A spirited investigation into the unnatural space created between human nature and a culture of convenience, a synthesis of dirt and digital, bitknot by feeble little horse creates a language wherein one can re-imbue a sanctity of interdependence away from consumptive “self-sufficiency” and materialism.

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Cardinals
Nov
20

Cardinals

Cardinals, the five-piece hailing from Kinsale, have been crowned "the next great guitar band to emerge from Ireland" by Rolling Stone UK and have also won high praise from NME and Stereogum.

After selling out their Spring Tour to celebrate the release of Masquerade, the band are back touring this winter, taking it up a notch with bigger shows and bigger production.

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This Is Lorelei
Nov
21

This Is Lorelei

The last few years have been transformative for Nate Amos. Between delivering breakout records both as a solo artist — under his This Is Lorelei moniker — and with his band Water From Your Eyes, sold out shows across multiple continents, to seeing some of today’s most influential artists cover his songs, the ascending songwriter has found his stride.

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Chico Chico
Nov
25

Chico Chico

Chico Chico is one of the most compelling voices of the new generation of Brazilian music. Son of iconic artist Cássia Eller, he has carved out his own artistic identity with a deeply expressive sound that blends MPB, rock, and alternative influences.

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Nimino
Nov
26

Nimino

nimino is one of the most exciting names in electronic music. His 2024 hit I Only Smoke When I Drink has surpassed 250 million streams, charted on the UK Singles Chart, and spent over 20 weeks on Billboard’s Dance/Electronic Chart. He followed I Only Smoke When I Drink with his Creek EP in March 2025, which was then followed by a series of notable single releases. nimino has performed at major festivals such as Coachella, Lollapalooza, Leeds Fest, Boomtown, Field Day, Cercle, CRSSD, and Lightning in a Bottle, as well as sold-out headline shows at venues globally. He is signed to Ninja Tune’s Counter Records. Before he began releasing and performing music under the moniker nimino, Milo Evans’ musical journey started in his teenage years growing up in the UK as a way to channel his ADHD. 

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Nimino
Nov
27

Nimino

nimino is one of the most exciting names in electronic music. His 2024 hit I Only Smoke When I Drink has surpassed 250 million streams, charted on the UK Singles Chart, and spent over 20 weeks on Billboard’s Dance/Electronic Chart. He followed I Only Smoke When I Drink with his Creek EP in March 2025, which was then followed by a series of notable single releases. nimino has performed at major festivals such as Coachella, Lollapalooza, Leeds Fest, Boomtown, Field Day, Cercle, CRSSD, and Lightning in a Bottle, as well as sold-out headline shows at venues globally. He is signed to Ninja Tune’s Counter Records. Before he began releasing and performing music under the moniker nimino, Milo Evans’ musical journey started in his teenage years growing up in the UK as a way to channel his ADHD. 

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KORMAC
Dec
4

KORMAC

After a stellar performance at Beyond The Pale this year, KORMAC has announced a brand new live AV show at the Button Factory this December.

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Albarosie
Dec
7

Albarosie

With over 100 million streams and more than 10 million monthly listeners across all platforms in 2024, Alborosie is undoubtedly the international reggae benchmark! Two years after the release of his album Destiny, Pupa Albo is back this year with a new opus.

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Pa Sheehy
Dec
10

Pa Sheehy

Pa Sheehy is one of Ireland’s most recognisable and compelling voices — a unique songwriter and electrifying live performer whose solo career has gone from strength to strength. Since stepping out of the limelight following the huge success of Walking On Cars, Pa has spent years honing his craft, evolving into an artist now performing at the very top of his game.

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DUG
Dec
19

DUG

There’s a natural magnetism to DUG’s folk brew. The duo, made up of Conor (Lorkin) O’Reilly and Jonny Pickett, are gearing up for the release of their debut album, having formed in 2023–but you’d be forgiven for believing that they’ve been writing together for a lifetime. 

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East Forest
Feb
3

East Forest

East Forest brings his immersive ceremonial concert to Dublin as part of the Doorway Tour.

Renowned for his lush ambient, neoclassical, and electronic compositions, East Forest creates evocative
soundscapes that guide audiences on profound journeys of introspection, presence, and expanded consciousness.

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Pokey LaFarge
Mar
9

Pokey LaFarge


For two decades, Pokey LaFarge has walked his own effortlessly cool road as an exceptionally iconoclastic troubadour – forthright, genuine, and markedly keen to put it all out there. Rent Money now sees him pushing forward yet again in what can be safely declared his finest collection to date, both as an heartfelt expression of personal experience and as no-nonsense social commentary.

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Elba Ramalho
Apr
25

Elba Ramalho

Winner of two Latin Grammy Awards and recipient of the Brazilian Music Award on 16 occasions, Elba has remained, with remarkable consistency, one of Brazil's greatest singers for the past 40 years. She has been a silver bird, a flower, a fruit, and even a landscape. She set the mix ablaze, led the ciranda, arranged the balaio, and has always left everything just the way we like it.

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BASED Festival
Jun
28

BASED Festival

The all-ages music festival BASED is back for its ninth installment! June 28th Based will return to the Button Factory for another unforgettable night of emerging indie rock acts from around Ireland.

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Pinhani
Jun
26

Pinhani

Since the early 2000s, Pinhani has been one of Turkey's most exceptional bands. With a unique attitude on and off stage, they constantly surprise fans and play in unconventional venues. Their music, influenced by regional traditions, represents the country's diverse musical culture. With eight albums, fifteen singles, and recent hits like "Dünyadan Uzak" and "Bilir O Beni," Pinhani is expanding their fan base.

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BACO EXU DO BLUES
Jun
23

BACO EXU DO BLUES

Baco Exu do Blues comes to Dublin presenting HASOS, his fourth studio album, a powerful body of work with 18 tracks that goes beyond music to explore vulnerability, emotion, and deep reflections on identity, emptiness, and humility.

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DJ Premier
Jun
19

DJ Premier

Widely regarded as one of the greatest producers and DJs in Hip Hop history, Premier’s influencespans generations through classic records with Gang Starr, Nas, Jay-Z, Biggie, Mobb Deep and more.

This will be an intimate one-night-only event focused on authentic Hip Hop culture"

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Mount Eerie
Jun
17

Mount Eerie

Mount Eerie represents the latest evolution of Phil Elverum's musical vision. Formerly known as The Microphones, Elverum began Mount Eerie in 2003, maintaining his previous project's subtle, lo-fi, and lyrically dense fuzz-folk aesthetic.

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Theo Katzman
Jun
16

Theo Katzman

A man walks barefoot through the snow, takes a long bath in an icy river, then searches Craigslist for new-in-box cassette tapes from the early 90’s. 

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Hang Massive
Jun
14

Hang Massive

Hang Massive returns June 2026 with their most powerful live experience yet—a soulful fusion of tribal rhythms, vibrant handpan melodies, and immersive soundscapes that ignite connection and energy.

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Caiiro
Jun
13
to 14 Jun

Caiiro

Get ready to dive & capture the essence of Afrohouse/tech vibe-filled day with Caiiro live! Dublin let creativity and good times collide!

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Hang Massive (SOLD OUT)
Jun
13

Hang Massive (SOLD OUT)

Hang Massive returns June 2026 with their most powerful live experience yet—a soulful fusion of tribal rhythms, vibrant handpan melodies, and immersive soundscapes that ignite connection and energy.

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KPOP & KHIPHOP Night
Jun
12
to 13 Jun

KPOP & KHIPHOP Night

OfficialKEvents is the largest KPop and KHiphop Clubbing Events organiser in the world. Our London & Paris club nights bring in over 2000+ attendees monthly, hosting in 25+ countries. We are now back to bring you another unforgettable night in Dublin at Button Factory, playing ONLY K-Pop & KHipHop throughout the night!

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Casual Choir
Jun
12

Casual Choir

No auditions, no sheet music, no commitment - just a proper sing, a few harmonies, and a bit of craic. Casual Choir was established by choir director Róisín Savage, for anyone who wants to sing in a choir that doesn't take itself too seriously or those who just can't commit to a weekly choir rehearsal. If you love to sing , then we're the choir for you!

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Mexican World Cup Fiesta
Jun
11

Mexican World Cup Fiesta

Experience our mega fiesta mexicana for the opening match of the World Cup, Mexico v South Africa, screened live from Estadio Azteca on the best screen in Dublin at the Button Factory! Expect live music by La Maria, DJ Mario Romo, delicious Mexican street food by Cantina Latina, Mexican drinks and lots more football fun!

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Alex Ubago
Jun
9

Alex Ubago

Alex Ubago is one of Spain’s most beloved singer-songwriters, known worldwide for timeless hits like “A gritos de esperanza,” “Sin miedo a nada,” and “Aunque no te pueda ver.”

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CURVEBALL: Bestia Bebe
Jun
8

CURVEBALL: Bestia Bebe

Bestia Bebé emerged in 2012 in the Boedo neighborhood (Buenos Aires). The lineup Tom Quintans (vocals, guitar), Polaco Ocorso (drums), Chicho Guisolfi (bass), and Marki Canosa (guitar) is considered one of the leading acts in the Argentine indie rock scene. To date, they have released five albums over more than ten years of their career. Their songs mainly focus on everyday life, the routines and customs of their daily experiences and friendships, all tied together by irresistible melodies and electric energy.

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