Dublin: Belvedere Irish Night Show & 3-Course Dinner

Summary

Live Irish music and dance, laughter over dinner, join the rhythm in Dublin’s heart

You’ll sit down to a real Irish three-course dinner while live musicians tune up nearby. The Belvedere Irish Night Show brings you close to Dublin’s heart with dancing, music, stories, and plenty of laughs — maybe even your own shot at an Irish jig if you’re brave enough. Expect warmth, good food, and memories that linger longer than dessert.

What’s the experience like?

You walk into the Belvedere Hotel and there’s this gentle hum — people chatting in a dozen accents, the clink of cutlery, a faint smell of roast lamb drifting from somewhere behind the bar. We found our table (every seat’s got a view of the stage, which is honestly rare), and I kept glancing up at the musicians setting up. Our server was quick with a wink and a “You’ll want to save room for dessert.” She was right — I nearly filled up on soda bread before the starters even landed.

Dinner started around 6:45pm, just as promised. The food felt like someone’s gran had made it — proper Irish stew, creamy mash, nothing fancy but somehow perfect for that rainy Dublin night. I heard laughter from another table when someone tried to pronounce “coddle” (I didn’t even try). The main keyword here is Belvedere Irish Night Show — but honestly, it’s more than just a show. When the lights went down and those first notes hit, you could feel everyone lean in.

The dancers came out with this wild energy — some solo bits so quiet you could hear shoes on wood, then suddenly all together in these tight lines. Our host Jim told stories between songs about growing up in Galway and learning sean nós from his uncle (I think he said he still can’t get his left foot right). At one point they pulled folks up from the crowd to try a few steps — Li from our table gave it a shot and nearly tripped over her own feet, but she laughed so hard she cried. It wasn’t slick or polished like Riverdance on TV; it was warmer than that.

I kept thinking about my granddad tapping his foot to old reels back home. There was something honest about how everyone joined in — clapping along, singing bits if you knew them (or pretending if you didn’t). By 9:45pm it was done and we spilled out onto Great Denmark Street still humming tunes under our breath. I didn’t expect to feel so… connected? Maybe that’s just what happens when you share stew and music with strangers for an evening.

Step-by-step itinerary

Day 1 — Irish dinner and dance show

• Arrive at Belvedere Hotel main door
• Enter show entrance after elevator
• Doors open at 18:30
• Dinner service starts at 18:45
• Enjoy three course Irish dinner
• Watch Irish dance show from 20:00
• Participate in audience dance activities
• Show ends at 21:45

Top questions

What time does the Belvedere Irish Night Show start?

Doors open at 6:30pm, dinner service begins at 6:45pm, and the show starts at 8:00pm.

Where is the Belvedere Irish Night Show held?

It takes place at the Belvedere Hotel on Great Denmark Street in Dublin 1.

Is pickup included for this show?

No, guests need to arrange their own transportation; pickup is not provided.

Are beverages included in the ticket price?

No drinks are included; beverages can be purchased separately during dinner.

Can children attend the Belvedere Irish Night Show?

Yes, children are welcome but must be accompanied by an adult.

Is there audience participation during the show?

Yes! Guests are invited on stage to learn some Irish dance steps during the performance.

What kind of food is served at dinner?

A traditional three-course menu featuring home-cooked Irish dishes like stew and soda bread.

How long does the entire experience last?

Dinner starts at 6:45pm; the show ends by 9:45pm—about three hours total.

What’s included

Your evening includes entry to the Belvedere Irish Night Show at Dublin’s Belvedere Hotel with reserved seating for great stage views, plus a traditional three-course dinner featuring home-cooked Irish dishes before enjoying live music and dancing—with plenty of guest interaction (and maybe even your own turn on stage). Transport isn’t provided so plan your own way there.