Aiken Promotions Presents

Damien Dempsey

15^th, 16^th, 18^th, 19^th, 20^th, 22^nd & 23^rd  December 2026

Damien Dempsey has today announced the biggest December residency of his celebrated career, returning to Dublin’s iconic Vicar Street for seven headline performances this festive season.

Following years of sold-out Christmas concerts, Dempsey will perform at the renowned Dublin venue on 15, 16, 18, 19, 20, 22 and 23 December, giving audiences more opportunities than ever before to experience one of Ireland’s most cherished live performers.

The announcement comes ahead of another milestone performance this Friday, when Dempsey headlines a sold-out show at Dublin’s Iveagh Gardens—one of the standout events of the Irish summer concert calendar.

For more than two decades, Damien Dempsey has occupied a unique place in Irish music. Blending folk, traditional Irish music, reggae, rock and soul, his songs explore themes of identity, social justice, family, resilience and belonging with an honesty that has earned him generations of devoted followers.

His influence stretches far beyond his own recordings. Revered by fellow musicians and widely recognised as one of Ireland’s defining contemporary songwriters, Dempsey continues to inspire audiences and artists alike through performances renowned for their passion, authenticity and extraordinary connection with the crowd.

The Vicar Street residency has become one of the highlights of Dublin’s live music calendar, with fans travelling from across Ireland and overseas to experience the unique atmosphere that has become synonymous with Dempsey’s annual festive performances.

Audiences can expect a career-spanning set featuring beloved classics alongside material from his acclaimed latest album, Holywell, which debuted in the Top 3 of the Irish Albums Chart following its release through Sony Music.

As always, these concerts promise evenings of celebration, reflection and community—qualities that have made Damien Dempsey’s live shows among the most unforgettable experiences in Irish music.

“Quite simply, Damo is a national treasure…”
 ★★★★★★★★★☆ (9/10) – Album of the Month
 HOT PRESS

“Damo carries within his voice a power that has been passed down through generations in Ireland.”
 KNEECAP

“When writing about music in Ireland, one name crops up again and again as a seminal influence on countless artists – the great Damien Dempsey.”
 HOT PRESS