Sunday 22nd February 2026
18:00 – 19:00
Celebrate Dublin Lunar New Year Festival with a special late-afternoon stand-up comedy show at the iconic International Bar, the historic home of Irish comedy. This one-off event brings festival spirit and big laughs together in one of Dublin’s most beloved comedy venues, offering a brilliant way to mark the Year of the Horse with humour, wit, and a lively crowd.
The show will be hosted by Sharon Mannion of The Comedy Cellar, Ireland’s longest-running stand-up comedy club, and will feature a dynamic line-up of exciting up-and-coming comedians, alongside some very special Year of the Horse–themed comedy created especially for the festival. Expect sharp observations, playful cultural twists, and plenty of unexpected laughs as performers put their own spin on Lunar New Year celebrations.
Perfect for comedy lovers and festival-goers alike, this over-18s event offers a relaxed, high-energy way to enjoy the festival with friends while supporting emerging comedy talent—so grab a drink, settle in, and get ready to laugh your way into the Lunar New Year.