Limerick 2025 – Live Music Events
This summer, the castle’s historic courtyard will once again come alive with Live at the Castle—a concert series organised by Dolans Presents, bringing world-class artists to the heart of Limerick City.
Events
Archaeology Summer Camp
29th July - 2nd August
Archaeology Summer Camp 2024
We are delighted to welcome back The School of Irish Archaeology to King Johns Castle for an Archaeology Summer Camp!
The School of Irish Archaeology camps provide a new and fascinating alternative to sports-themed camps and other school-break activities for children aged between 7 and 12 years old. If your child is a curious explorer with a thirst for knowledge about their past, why not let them try the School of Irish Archaeology? Introduce children to the mysteries and adventures of our past in a fun, practical and hands-on way.
Dates:
29th July – 2nd August
Times
10am – 3pm (Monday – Friday)
Activities
Ancient Crafts, Viking House Excavation, Archery, & more!
Price
€160 per child (Sibling Discount Available)
For more information please email info@sia.ie or click here
Latest Events
Easter Scavenger Hunt in Limerick
ooking for a fun way to keep the kids entertained this Easter in Limerick? Join us at King John’s Castle for a playful and engaging Easter Scavenger Hunt on Friday 18th and Saturday 19th April 2025. It’s a great way for families to explore the castle together while enjoying some seasonal fun!
David Gray
David Gray returns to Limerick as part of his Past and Present Tour for a very special show in the atmospheric surroundings of King John’s Castle on Thursday, May 1, 2025 – kicking off this year’s Live at the Castle series in unforgettable style
Information
- Nicholas St, Limerick, V94 FX25
- Open 7 days per week
- Winter Hours: 1 October - 27 March 9:30am - 5pm (last entrance at 4pm)
- Summer Hours: 28 March - 30 September 9.30am - 6pm (last entrance at 5pm)
- Closed - 24, 25, 26, 27 December 2025 & 1 January 2026
