Event calendar

We have 2 regular sessions a week in Mulligans, including our famous traditional Irish Session on Sunday evening  (from 19.00), mainly tunes, and a more open style Session on Wednesday night, (from 20.00), with various songs & tunes, including Celtic, Folk, Pop, Bluegrass, Americana etc. from our regular musicians and some surprising guests !     

 We have gigs on weekend-nights: Mainly traditional Irish, but also traditional Scottish, folk, pop, bluegrass,  Americana and more. From ± 21.00- 00.00

We might start gigs on Thursday nights after a while: These would be mainly duo's or solo's, sometimes singer/songwriters..

Check the event calendar below....!

Sunday Session
Niall McGuigan

Versatile Irish musician and music therapist from Castleblaney, Co. Monaghan. His musical journey spans various genres, including metal, grunge, rock, funk, reggae and traditional Irish music.

These three musicians from Amsterdam are all multi-instrumentalists and fuse energy, friendship and their passion for the ’50s and ’60s into a mix of close harmony and rock ‘n roll.

Our 4th instalment, and the first of 2025 of our Irish Set Dance Ceili at Mulligans Irish Music Bar, Amsterdam! Come along at 19:30. Everyone is welcome! For further details, please get in touch via our website or in the bar.

Tóchar (Fran Barrett and Kai Dudley) play thoughtful arrangements of traditional and contemporary Celtic tunes on fiddle and guitar.

Tóchar (Fran Barrett and Kai Dudley) play thoughtful arrangements of traditional and contemporary Celtic tunes on fiddle and guitar.

Beginner Session

Bluegrass Cash deliver a magnificent set of Johnny Cash’s repertoire, reimagined with a fresh Bluegrass twist. Expect purely Bluegrass instruments, including the banjo, mandolin, fiddle, guitar, double bass, and rich polyphonic singing.

Crossdressing bluegrass band from Amsterdam. With their brightly coloured floral dresses and cheerful-sounding songs, they leave the audience with a sense of joy, but also confusion! Songs about alcoholism, drug addiction, in short, life; all with a bluegrass soundtrack!

Event Calendar

Date

Event

Description
December 2024
31/12/2024NEW YEARS EVENew Years Eve Session with Max, Fiachra, Theo & guests.
All welcome! Starts @ 15:00
January 2025
01/01/2025NEW YEARS DAYBAR CLOSED
02/01/2025BAR CLOSEDBAR CLOSED
03/01/2025Victor Lacken, Sjoerd van Raven & Jimmy EllisWhat better way to kick off 2025 in Mulligans Irish Music Bar than with local favourites Victor (Guitar / Vocals), Sjoerd (Banjo / Vocals) & Jimmy (Fiddle). Expect the finest mix of Celtic ballads and tunes mixed with folk-songs.
04/01/2025Andy (Petty Kingdom) SoloAndy is one half of Netherlands-based duo Petty Kingdom.
Playing a lively mix of folk, American country, blues, rock 'n' roll and everything in between.
07/01/2025STAFF PARTYBAR CLOSED
08/01/2025BAR CLOSEDBAR CLOSED
10/01/2025Niall McGuiganNiall McGuigan is a versatile Irish musician and music therapist from Castleblayney, Co. Monaghan. His musical journey spans various genres, including metal, grunge, rock, funk, and reggae. Niall has also delved into traditional Irish music and has performed at numerous festivals such as Electric Picnic and Glastonbury.
11/01/2025SteelstreetSteelstreet fuses energy, friendship and their passion for the ’50s and ’60s into a mix of close harmony and rock ‘n roll. These three musicians from Amsterdam are all multi-instrumentalists and their songs lead to a dynamic performance.
13/01/2025Irish Set Dance CeiliJoin us for another instalment of our delightful Irish Set Dance Ceili, hosted by the talented professional dancer Koosje Schouten. Come along, have fun, and immerse yourself in the joy of learning this historic dance! Starts at 19:30.
17/01/2025TócharTóchar play thoughtful arrangements of traditional and contemporary Celtic tunes on fiddle and guitar. Fran Barrett and Kai Dudley, who met on London’s vibrant session scene, stage intimate and lively dialogues between their instruments, treating guitar and fiddle as musical equals.
18/01/2025TócharTóchar play thoughtful arrangements of traditional and contemporary Celtic tunes on fiddle and guitar. Fran Barrett and Kai Dudley, who met on London’s vibrant session scene, stage intimate and lively dialogues between their instruments, treating guitar and fiddle as musical equals.
20/01/2025Beginner SessionEdition #7 of our Beginner Session, hosted by Mulligans and Fiachra Meek.
24/01/2025Bluegrass CashBluegrass Cash will deliver a magnificent set of Johnny Cash’s repertoire, reimagined with a fresh Bluegrass twist. Expect purely Bluegrass instruments, including the banjo, mandolin, fiddle, guitar, double bass, and rich polyphonic singing.
25/01/2025Freddy & The Scabies SistersCrossdressing bluegrass band from Amsterdam. Known for their energetic performances and unique style, often performing in flower dresses and incorporating themes of gender confusion into their shows. The band blends elements of American and Dutch culture, creating a distinctive and lively musical experience.
30/01/2025Bermuda County CouncilBermuda County Council is a talented musical duo that captivates audiences with their unique sound and versatility. This band was formed by David and Ryan, two musicians who are known for their ability to switch between calm, atmospheric music and unbridled energetic hits at the flick of a switch.
31/01/2025Bermuda County Council

Their sound is diverse, incorporating elements of pop, rock, soul, and folk to create a sound that is truly their own. Drop in to Mulligans and experience the incredible sound of Bermuda County Bermuda County CouncilCouncil for yourself. Check out their Instagram & Facebook socials here.

Feburary 2025
01/02/2025Caolán McLaughlinAll the way from Derry, Caolán is a multi instrumentalist with over 20 years experience as a professional musician. Focusing mainly on the piano, keys, hammond & guitar, Caolán is a session member, band member, solo entertainer, music workshop facilitor, tutor, & music technology enthusiast. He has played at the Deventer Irish festival solo and also as part of The Shannons. 
07/02/2025Patrick's Holm

Collectively known as “Patrick’s Holm” the group is made up of the following group of musicians: Maurice Egan (accordion player), Alan Byrne (banjo) and Paul Kelly (guitar / singer).

08/02/2025Patrick's HolmCollectively known as “Patrick’s Holm” the group is made up of the following group of musicians: Maurice Egan (accordion player), Alan Byrne (banjo) and Paul Kelly (guitar / singer).
09/02/2025Session - Led by Patrick's HolmOur super Sunday Session - Led by Patrick's Holm
13/02/20252 FrontiersSjoerd van Raven (banjo / guitar / vocals) and Gregory Mulkern (Banjo / vocals) bring together driving low-heel rhythms with the sounds of wandering strangers, an ancient thunder heard only at the crossroads of our past and the unknown. A night of Western and Americana.
14/02/2025Victor, Sjoerd & JimmyValentine's night special with local trio Victor Lacken (Guitar / Vocals), Sjoerd van Raven (Banjo / Vocals) & jimmy Ellis (Fiddle) with the finest mix of Celtic ballads and tunes mixed with folk-songs.
15/02/2025Loes van Schaijk & Honza Bartošek
20/02/2025Martyn Travis

We are looking forward to welcome back a regular to Mulligans Irish Music Bar: Martyn Travis.

21/02/2025Martyn TravisMartyn will be sharing the Mulligans stage with some of his musical friends, who will be revealed soon.
28/02/2025Trio Walters Favrau PincTrio of fine musicians from Brittany playing a wonderful mix of Irish & Scottish music. 

Sam Walters- Fiddle
Brewen Favrau- Uilleann & Smallpipes
Arthur Pinc- Guitar
March 2025
01/03/2025Trio Walters Favrau PincSam Walters- Fiddle
Brewen Favrau- Uilleann & Smallpipes
Arthur Pinc- Guitar

Check them out here
02/03/2025Session - Led by Trio Walters Favrau PincOur Super Sunday Session led by Trio Walters Favrau Pinc
08/03/2025Donal O'Brien, DeOra Ceol
09/03/2025Session led by DeOra Ceol
13/03/2025Fiachra Meek & Alannah ThornburghKicking off our St. Patrick's Day weekend extravaganza with Fiachra & Allannah
14/03/2025Fiachra Meek & Alannah Thornburgh

Fiachra Meek is a highly skilled musician, renowned for his expertise on the Uilleann pipes and low whistle. 

Alannah Thornburgh is an award-winning instrumentalist and composer from the wild west of Ireland with a focus on traditional Irish harp.

15/03/2025Niall McGuiganPart of our St. Patrick's Day weekend of music with the super talented Monaghan man Niall McGuigan
16/03/2025Donall Donelly & GuestsSpecial Sunday before St. Patrick's Day is superb lineup of Donall Donnelly & Guests
17/03/2025Donall Donelly & GuestsSt. Patrick's Day itself kicks off with Donall Donnelly & Guests @ 15.00
22/03/2025Andy "Petty Kingdom" SoloAndy is one half of Netherlands-based duo Petty Kingdom.
Playing a lively mix of folk, American country, blues, rock 'n' roll and everything in between.
28/03/2025Magpie MarketExciting local Dutch trio - Merel, Johannes and Una. Expect pop, folk, and Americana gems from the 60s and 70s, accompanying themselves with guitars and mandolin.