Get ready for an unforgettable summer of music in Dublin! Summer 2025 offers a vibrant season of Dublin summer concerts and gigs, from stadium superstars to intimate local bands. This guide highlights eight must-see events this June and July, All easily accessible from The Alex Hotel. So, whether you crave pop anthems under the stars or Dublin’s local music scene, your unforgettable summer soundtrack starts here!
Iconic Pop Concerts
Lionel Richie Live at 3Arena
Date: Saturday, June 1st, 2025
Location: 3Arena, Dublin 1 (10 min drive from the Alex hotel)
Price: From €84.90
Get ready to dance all night long with the legendary Lionel Richie, a true icon of Dublin summer concerts! This music legend brings his timeless charm and unforgettable soulful hits to Dublin.
Tickets Lionel Richie
Dua Lipa at Aviva Stadium
Date: June 27th, 2025
Location: Aviva Stadium, Dublin 4 (7 min drive from the Alex hotel)
Price: From €89.50
Experience the electric energy of global pop sensation Dua Lipa at one of Dublin’s biggest venues! A highlight of the Dublin summer concerts calendar, expect infectious hits, dazzling visuals, and nonstop energy in this must-see stadium show.
Tickets Dua Lipa
Justin Timberlake at Marlay Park
Date: July 7th, 2025
Location: Marlay Park, Rathfarnham, Dublin 16 (25 min drive from the Alex hotel)
Price: From €99.90
Justin Timberlake is back on tour and heading to Dublin for a summer concert you won’t want to miss, bringing his smooth vocals, slick moves, and an unforgettable live show to Marlay Park’s vibrant outdoor setting.
Tickets Justin Timberlake
Lana Del Rey at Marlay Park
Date: July 27th, 2025
Location: Marlay Park, Rathfarnham, Dublin 16 (25 min drive from the Alex hotel)
Price: From €89.90
Step into a dreamlike world with the hauntingly beautiful voice of Lana Del Rey. Her poetic lyrics and cinematic soundscapes create an atmosphere like no other. Set in the lush surrounds of Marlay Park, this concert will be pure summer magic for lovers of moody, mesmerizing music.
Tickets Lana Del Ray
Local Gigs
Simple Minds at Trinity College
Date: July 1st, 2025
Location: Trinity College Dublin (5 min walk from the Alex hotel)
Price: From €55.00
Iconic Scottish rock band Simple Minds bring their powerful anthems to an unforgettable open-air gig in the heart of Dublin city.
Tickets Simple Minds
Bonnie Raitt at 3Arena
Date: June 4th, 2025
Location: 3Arena, North Wall Quay (15 min drive from the Alex hotel)
Price: From €65.00
Grammy-winning blues-rock legend Bonnie Raitt returns with her signature slide guitar and soulful voice.
Tickets Bonnie Raitt
Kingfishr at The Academy
Date: July 10th, 2025
Location: The Academy, Abbey Street Middle (10 min walk from the Alex hotel)
Price: From €28.00
One of Ireland’s hottest rising bands, Kingfishr blend folk, rock, and pop in a powerful, atmospheric live set.
Tickets Kingfishr
Pulp at 3Arena
Date: June 10th, 2025
Location: 3Arena, North Wall Quay (15 min drive from the Alex hotel)
Price: From €75.00
Britpop royalty Pulp light up the stage with hits like “Disco 2000” and “Common People” for a nostalgic, high-energy show.
Tickets Pulp
Stay Central at The Alex Hotel
Make the most of Dublin’s summer music scene with a stylish stay at The Alex Hotel, located in the heart of the city and close to all major venues. Explore Dublin by day, and enjoy unforgettable concerts by night, knowing your comfortable room is just moments away. Book your Dublin music getaway today!
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