If you’ve glanced at a gig calendar for Dublin this summer, you’ll know the city is basically one long encore. Stadiums, castle grounds, city parks somebody famous is playing somewhere almost every week from June through August.
Which is brilliant, until you realise you also need somewhere to actually sleep before the early train home, or before round two the next night.
That’s where we come in. Crowne Plaza Dublin Blanchardstown sits just off the N3 Navan Road, a stone’s throw from the Blanchardstown Centre and about 1.5km from Junction 6 of the M50 which, if you’re not familiar with Dublin traffic logic, basically means every venue in the city is within easy reach without ever touching a city-centre parking meter.
More on that later. First, the line-up.
JUNE : The Month Dublin Doesn’t Sleep
Teddy Swims – Malahide Castle (June 23)
Teddy Swims follows on the 23rd, bringing the vocal power that’s made him one of the most talked-about voices in music right now.
Katy Perry – Malahide Castle (June 24)
The next night belongs to Katy Perry, who never does anything by halves expect fireworks, in every sense.
Calvin Harris – Marlay Park (June 27) & Malahide Castle (June 28)
Calvin Harris fans get spoiled with two dates: Marlay Park on the 27th, then Malahide Castle on the 28th, back-to-back nights of pure dance-floor euphoria.
Maroon 5 – Malahide Castle (June 30)
Rounding off a genuinely stacked month, Maroon 5 close out June at Malahide on the 30th.
July: From Stadium Anthems to Country Roads
Take That – Aviva Stadium (July 4)
Take That bring the nostalgia to Aviva Stadium on July 4th a night that’s less about cool and entirely about joy, which is exactly what makes it work.
Pitbull – Marlay Park (July 7)
Three days later, Pitbull turns Marlay Park into one giant party for the night.
Dermot Kennedy – Aviva Stadium (July 11)
July 11th is a special one for Dublin: Dermot Kennedy plays Aviva Stadium in his own hometown, and there’s something different about watching a local lad fill a stadium that size.
Luke Combs – Marlay Park (July 18 & 19)
Then Luke Combs rolls into Marlay Park for two nights, the 18th and 19th, pulling country fans from every corner of the country and well beyond it.
August: Going Out With a Bang
The Weeknd – Croke Park (August 22 & 23)
The Weeknd closes out the summer in serious style with two nights at Croke Park, August 22nd and 23rd easily one of the most anticipated bookings of the year.
Deftones – Irish Museum of Modern Art (August 25)
A few days later, Deftones take things in a completely different direction with a show at the Irish Museum of Modern Art on the 25th, swapping stadium scale for one of the most atmospheric settings you’ll find for a gig anywhere in the city.
It’s Not Just Concerts
Dublin’s summer calendar runs a lot deeper than headline gigs.
Trinity Summer Series
The Trinity Summer Series turns the cobblestones of Trinity College into a multi-night festival mixing international names with homegrown talent.
Longitude Festival
Longitude remains the go-to for hip-hop, electronic, and pop fans heading to Marlay Park.
Dún Laoghaire Summerfest
Down the coast, Dún Laoghaire Summerfest stretches across ten days of music, family events, and art.
Paddy Power Comedy Festival
The Paddy Power Comedy Festival fills the Iveagh Gardens with some of the funniest people working today.
Wider Than Pictures
Wider Than Pictures brings a more intimate outdoor concert series to the historic Collins Barracks.
National Heritage Week
If you’d rather swap the speakers for some culture, National Heritage Week opens up guided tours, exhibitions, and historic sites across the city and beyond.
Why Make Crowne Plaza Dublin Blanchardstown Your Base for the Summer?
Crowne Plaza Dublin Blanchardstown is ideally located just off the M50, providing easy access to Dublin’s major concert venues, including Croke Park, Malahide Castle, Marlay Park, Aviva Stadium, the RDS and 3Arena.
Guests can take advantage of complimentary parking, convenient taxi services and direct public transport links into the city centre, making concert travel simple and stress-free.
After the show, unwind in a recently renovated room, enjoy a meal at Forchetta Restaurant, relax in the Sanctuary Bar, or recharge at the Inca Coffee Lounge. With concert weekends in high demand, early booking is recommended.
Frequently Asked Questions
When is the Katy Perry Dublin concert in 2026?
Katy Perry will perform at Malahide Castle, Dublin on 24 June 2026 as part of her European tour.
When is the Maroon 5 Dublin concert in 2026?
Maroon 5 will take to the stage at Malahide Castle, Dublin on 30 June 2026.
Which hotel is convenient for Katy Perry and Maroon 5 concerts in Dublin?
Crowne Plaza Dublin Blanchardstown is located approximately 15–20 minutes by taxi from Malahide Castle, making it a convenient choice for concertgoers.
Which artists are performing at Malahide Castle in 2026?
The 2026 summer concert series includes Katy Perry, Maroon 5, Michael Bublé, Calvin Harris, Teddy Swims and Kodaline.
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