Unmissable queer events happening in Ireland this April

From one-person plays to club nights and yoga retreats, discover what LGBTQ+ events are in store for this month.

Events . Written by Alice Linehan.

A split screen of three queer events happening in April. Left is Ní liomsa an teach alainn seo, middle is Haus of Wig and right is Mother.
Image: (Left to right) Ní liomsa an teach alainn seo, @hausofwig via Instagram, Babs Daly for Mother

The clocks have officially changed, and combined with the arrival of sunny spring weather, it means it’s time to emerge from winter hibernation and re-enter society. If you’re looking to fill your April calendar with some incredible queer events, we’ve got you covered with some of the most exciting happenings across Ireland this month.

Mother
Mother is at the heart of queer clubbing in Dublin, and the team has just released its lineup for April. Open in Lost Lane every Saturday night, there’ll also be a special bank holiday party on Sunday, April 20. With three rooms across the venue, expect to dance the night away with an array of different DJs, each bringing their own unique sound to the dancefloor.

 

 

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Quirk Market
Join Quirk’s first market of the year in the Tara Building on Sunday, April 6, for a vibrant showcase of LGBTQ+ artists and traders. It’s a great opportunity to support small businesses and be part of a community-driven creative space.

 

Conscious Connections Retreat
If you’re searching for a wholesome way to spend your Sunday, look no further than Conscious Connections’ half-day retreat in Waterford. Aimed at LGBTQ+ women and non-binary people, attendees can expect yoga with Rainbow by Aga, followed by a sauna session at Ballyscanlon wellness retreat. The event takes place on April 6, and pre-registration is essential.

 

Queen of the Warriors
The Emerald Warriors rugby club is back with its annual amateur drag fundraiser! Taking over The George on Sunday, April 6, money raised from the event will go towards helping the team travel to the Union Cup in May. Tickets for this fantastic event are available here.

 

PopUp Gaeltacht for Women’s Aid
Whether you’ve got cúpla focial or are fully líofa, put your Irish to the test at this PopUp Gaeltacht. Happening in Bar Rua on Thursday, April 10, the event doubles as a fundraiser in support of Women’s Aid.

 

Queering Peace and Security in Ireland: A Drop in Chat
This event coincides with the publication of an outcome report from a workshop on Queering the Women, Peace and Security Agenda, which took place in December. Hosted in Outhouse on Friday, April 11, the relaxed, drop-in gathering will allow attendees to explore the findings, engage in informal discussions, listen to a brief presentation, and connect with others interested in WPS. Register for a free ticket here.

 

RTÉ Concert Orchestra Gatsby 100
Get your jazz hands at the ready as the RTÉ Concert Orchestra prepares to celebrate 100 years of The Great Gatsby. Expect full orchestral performances of sensational musical treasures from the ’20s, including ‘Sing Sing Sing’, ‘The Joint is Jumpin’ and ‘The Charleston’. Tickets are available here for this event in the National Concert Hall on Thursday, April 10.

 

Ní Liomsa an Teach Álainn Seo
A story of myth, legend and identity, Ní Liomsa an Teach Álainn Seo (This is Not My Beautiful House) is a one-person play told in the Irish language with English subtitles. It follows an unnamed artist as they wait in the studio for their partner to come home so they can tell them they are non-binary. The show takes place on April 17 and 18 in Smock Alley Theatre; tickets for this queer event are available here.

 

HONEYPOT 016: A Family Affair
This Good Friday, celebrate family, chosen or blood, at HONEYPOT’s April party. The all-residents lineup consists of Lúnasa, Rhyzine and DJ Baby Tee, who will light up the dancefloor ’til the early hours. While primarily a night for queer women, HONEYPOT’s doors are open to all, and tickets can be purchased here.

 

 

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Stoneybanter
Also on April 18, The Wild Geeze are back for another hilarious Stoneybanter event in Kavanagh’s Pub! The dynamic duo of Miss Lavelle and Breda Larkin will be joined by Siomha Hennessy for a live cabaret featuring music, comedy, burlesque and more. Tickets are available here.

 

 

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The Hausparty
The gorgeous girls of the Haus of Wig are heading to The Sugar Club on April 19. Donna Fella, Naomi Diamond and Shaqira Knightly will be joined by Ashima Keny, Tailor Maid, Terri Fierce and The Wild Geeze for a punch-packing Hausparty that’s not to be missed. Tickets are available here.

 

 

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Peach x Dyke Night
Peach returns to Hen’s Teeth on April 25, this time teaming up with Dyke Night for an evening of good vibes and great music. What’s more, a percentage of the proceeds from this pop-up party will go towards supporting Dublin Lesbian Line. Tickets are on sale now here.

 

Alien:Nation
Taking over Shush in Waterford on April 25, Alien:Nation is preparing for a night of high glitz and glamour and pure notions. The lineup includes DJ Metro Burger and DJ Roibi, with tickets on sale here.

 

 

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These are just some of the wonderful queer events happening across Ireland this April. If you think we’ve missed one, get in touch at [email protected].

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