Dermot Kennedy announces massive Irish summer shows

DERMOT KENNEDY

BELFAST BELSONIC JUNE 26

CORK VIRGIN MEDIA PARK JUNE 23+24

TICKETS ON SALE FRIDAY 16^TH OCT AT 10AM

‘THE WEIGHT OF THE WOODS (EXTENDED EDITION)’ OUT NOW 

Multi-platinum singer/songwriter Dermot Kennedy today announces three huge Irish outdoor headline shows for June 2027, with two nights at Cork’s Virgin Media Park with support from Aaron Rowe, followed by a headline show at Belsonic, Belfast. Presale for all three shows begins at 10am Wednesday 14th, with general sale at 10am Friday 16th. Fans signed up to Dermot’s mailing list can register for the presale HERE. See full live dates below.

These dates will be Dermot’s first full-band shows in either city in over five years, and follow a massive 2026 that saw the release of his third UK/IRE number 1 album ‘The Weight of the Woods’, arena tours of the UK and Europe, two historic sold-out dates at Dublin’s Aviva Stadium and an ongoing full North American tour.

LISTEN TO ‘THE WEIGHT OF THE WOODS’ HERE

Largely written and recorded in a studio down the road from his home in rural Ireland together with close collaborator Gabe Simon [Noah Kahan, Lana Del Rey], alongside an enlightening spell together in Nashville, ‘The Weight of the Woods’ is Dermot’s most self-assured record to date. The poetry and music across these 14 tracks draw inspiration, energy, and strength from the country itself. “To me, the album is a beautiful homegrown thing with Irish instruments and an Irish story. There’s a forest behind my house, which is a haven for my sense of wonder. It’s a peaceful place where I can escape. I’ve entertained the idea of living somewhere else, but I don’t think I’d be happy anywhere else.” 

With a refreshed approach to his songwriting and production, Dermot has peeled away the layers to let his stunning voice shine through brighter than ever; “If I get up in a pub with just a guitar or a piano, I’m certain that I can sing to a room full of people. It’s where I’m the most comfortable. I wanted that element to be front-and-center on this album.” The result is a thrilling blend of traditional folk textures, country authenticity, and soaring melodies that stay with you long after first listen. Last month, Dermot released an extended edition of the album including live favourite “Stockholm” alongside acoustic versions of singles “Turnstile” and “Funeral”.

See all upcoming live dates below, with more to be announced soon.

UPCOMING LIVE DATES

13 Oct – Austin, TX, Moody Amphitheater at Waterloo Park

14 Oct – Irving, TX, The Pavillion at Toyota Music Factory

16 Oct – Bellevue, CO, Mishawaka Amphitheatre

17 Oct – Morrison, CO, Red Rocks Amphitheatre

19 Oct – Los Angeles, CA, Greek Theatre

21 Oct – Phoenix, AZ, Arizona Financial Theatre

22 Oct – San Diego, CA, Cal Coast Credit Union Open Air Theatre

24 Oct – San Francisco, CA, Bill Graham Civic Auditorium

26 Oct – Seattle, WA, The Paramount Theatre

27 Oct – Portland, OR, Theater of the Clouds

29 Oct – Vancouver, BC, Rogers Arena

2027

23rd June - Virgin Media Park, Cork

24th June - Virgin Media Park, Cork

26th June  - Belsonic, Belfast

About Dermot Kennedy:

Dermot Kennedy has amassed 4 billion streams across platforms, having the best-selling debut in Ireland of this millennium with his album Without Fear. A platinum-selling artist in over 12 countries, he released his acclaimed sophomore album Sonder in 2022. In 2024, he stripped back to basics and released the introspective EP, I’ve told the trees everything.  After releasing The Weight Of The Woods, Dermot made UK chart history by becoming the first Irish solo artist ever to reach #1 with his first three studio albums. On the live stage, Dermot has performed with some of his finest contemporaries including Noah Kahan, Zach Bryan and most recently Luke Combs (watch HERE).  His incredible journey has taken him from busking on the streets of Ireland to playing stadiums around the world. His poetic and authentic artistry has forged a deep, emotional connection with audiences, including the likes of Taylor Swift and Shawn Mendes who have sung his praises.