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Bars & Nightlife The guide was updated: 2023-02-08

Kerry has no shortage of establishments in which to stop for a pint and a bit of craic. Many pubs provide food during the day and have live entertainment at night. So whether you are looking for a sing-along Killarney style, a good trad session, or just a dark pint, you are sure to find it in Kerry.

Buckley’s Bar

Buckley’s Bar

Buckey's is the bar of the Arbutus Hotel in Killarney and is named after its founder. It is a good place to catch some traditional Irish music as there are nightly sessions very often

O’Connor’s Traditional Pub

O’Connor’s Traditional Pub

O’Connor’s is a good spot for a pint and some craic. Entertainment varies from live music and theatre to whiskey, gin or beer tasting nights. They have a loft upstairs where they serve traditional Irish pub food.

Courtney's Bar

Courtney's Bar

An traditional wood-lined bar with whiskey and beers. There are traditional music sessions during the week and DJs at the weekend.

The Laurels Pub

The Laurels Pub

This warm traditional pub provides hearty home-made food and musical entertainment. Popular with both tourists and locals.

Kate Kearney’s Cottage

Kate Kearney’s Cottage

Kate Kearney, a reputed witch, was famous for her wicked brews, and now her legacy lives on in her cottage. Situated at the entrance to the magnificent Gap of Dunloe, the cottage offers full bar facilities and bar food as well as crafts for sale. During the Summer months they organise traditional entertainment every night.

McSorley's Bar & Nightclub

McSorley's Bar & Nightclub

McSorley’s is a popular choice for music lovers, attracted by great live bands and DJs. There is a nightclub and traditional music in the main bar. It is open every night during Summer. They also provide accommodation upstairs, so you don't have to go far to have fun.

The Killarney Grand

The Killarney Grand

The Killarney Grand Hotel provides traditional music sessions or live gigs in its bar until 11pm. Then, it turns into a disco club with DJs staying until late night.

Bunkers Bar and Restaurant

Bunkers Bar and Restaurant

Bunkers Bar and Restaurant is situated in Killorglin, along the Ring of Kerry. Here you can eat some wholesome food and a homemade dessert to get ready for your road trip. Sports and races are shown on the TV's big screen during the day and live music entertainment takes place at weekends.

Baily's Corner

Baily's Corner

Baily’s Corner is on Castle Street, the bustling main shopping street in the historic centre of Tralee. During the day it’s the perfect place to escape from the hustle and bustle of Kerry’s county capital, at night it's great to enjoy the banter of a typical Irish pub.

Spillane's Bar & Restaurant

Spillane's Bar & Restaurant

Spillane’s is a long established bar and restaurant situated on the scenic Maharees Peninsula, very close to the sea. Here you'll find a bit of everything: hamburgers, steaks, seafood, pizza and, of course, Guinness beer.

The Munster Bar

The Munster Bar

The Munster Bar is just outside Tralee's city centre and is another traditional pub: there's always a sports match being shown on the screen, dark beer and Irish food are served all day, and traditional music sessions are occasionally held.

O'Grady's Bar and B&B

O'Grady's Bar and B&B

O'Grady's is a family-run B&B with an Irish pub and plenty of rooms. It's in the centre of Killorglin town, which makes it a good place to make a stop if you're driving on the Ring of Kerry.

Larkins Pub Restaurant and B&B

Larkins Pub Restaurant and B&B

Larkin's is nestled in the heart of Kerry between the McGillycuddys Reeks and the Dingle Peninsula. With a cosy pub, comfortable accommodation and an old world restaurant, Larkins is the place to plan your Kerry adventure.

Fertha Bar and Restaurant

Fertha Bar and Restaurant

Fertha Bar and Restaurant located on the Ring of Kerry and close to free car parking. Known locally for serving traditional meals in a friendly setting, it also offers lighter options like salads and wraps. Also, remember to ask if there are any live music nights this week.

John Benny's Pub

John Benny's Pub

The owners of John Benny's Pub are musicians and often host traditional music sessions. While you enjoy the music, you can grab a bite of delicious pub food and try the local beer, the Tom Crean’s Premium Irish Lager. If you prefer something darker, they serve Guinness beer as well.

P. F. McCarthy's

P. F. McCarthy's

P. F. McCarthy's is an old, popular Irish pub in Kenmare with a wide range of speciality draft beers, but serving all kinds of drinks. Thursday nights are livened up by artists playing traditional Irish music, but also rock, folk and original songs. They also have a beer garden for the warmer season.

Dick Mack's Pub

Dick Mack's Pub

Opened since 1899, Dick Mack's is a pub and brewery that has been awarded "Best Whiskey Bar of the Year" in 2016. The brewery is open for tours and it has a courtyard where you can enjoy some outdoor live entertainment.

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