What’s on at the Arlington

Musicians performing live in a vibrant bar setting, engaging with an enthusiastic audience.

Live Music in Knightsbridge Bar

From Sunday to Thursday, enjoy traditional Irish music every evening. On Fridays and Saturdays, we host live Pop, Rock and R&B bands.

Three musicians perform live at the Arlington Hotel bar with guitars and drums.

Energetic band performing live in a cosy bar setting.

What’s On in Dublin

All-Ireland Madness, Summer Concerts, Festivals and more!

Dublin comes alive in the summer time, from live sporting events, to cultural experiences and a bucket-list line up of live music throughout the county, there is something for everyone!

Summer Concerts in Dublin

Heading to a concert in Dublin this summer?

The Arlington Hotel is the ideal base for summer concertgoers!

All major concert venues, outdoor and indoor, are conveniently accessible from our front door. Hop on a Luas, a DART, a public bus, or grab a taxi to one of the many bucket-list concerts happening in Dublin over summer 2026. From Metallica at the Aviva Stadium, to The Weeknd and Bon Jovi at Croke Park, The Arlington Hotel is perfectly located for you to make the most of your concert experience.

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Guests enjoy live outdoor music at Arlington Hotel's vibrant night event.

Festival Season in Dublin City

People watching fireworks over historic castle at night.

Festival Season is upon us, and The Arlington Hotel is the middle of the action!

If there’s one thing Dublin City loves, its a summer festival! Whether you’re looking for big acts at Longitude in Marlay Park, or big eats at Taste of Dublin in Iveagh Gardens, The Arlington Hotel is the perfect base.

Within walking distance to some of Dublin’s biggest festival venues, including Iveagh Gardens and the 3 Arena, and with most just a short public transport journey away, The Arlington Hotel is the ideal place to rest your head between busy festival exploring days.

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All-Star Legends Q&A LIVE

A sneak peek into our All-Star Legends Q&A with Damien Hayes, Shane Dowling and Marie Crowe! 🔥

Join us again in the Arlington Hotel before the throw in next Sunday, 26th of July for our All Ireland Q&A Live(11.45am), hosted by sports presenter, Marie Crowe with Kerry legend Colm Cooper and Mayo’s finest Padraig O’Hora!
We’re open from early serving breakfast from 9am, food served all day and if you can’t get to Croke Park we’re the perfect place to watch the game!

20 mins from Croke Park, join us in the Arlington Hotel & Bar on Bachelors Walk!

Guests celebrating energetically in a lively, warmly lit hotel bar.