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Dundalk celebrates a remarkable musical homecoming

A mural, a civic reception and a museum exhibition marked The Corrs’ return to their hometown in May.

Looking back · May 2026
An Táin Arts Centre, venue for The Corrs’ civic reception
An Táin Arts Centre, where the civic reception took place. This is not a photograph of the reception or the band. Eric Jones / Wikimedia Commons · CC BY-SA 2.0. Resized and converted; share-alike licence retained.
The short read
  • Homecoming took place on 29 May
  • BID-commissioned EPSO mural by Mister Copy
  • The temporary museum exhibition has ended

A hometown welcome

Andrea, Caroline, Jim and Sharon Corr returned to Dundalk on 29 May for a celebration linking music, public art and the town’s civic life. Louth County Council’s reporting describes a civic reception at An Táin, including a conversation with Dave Fanning and a performance.

The day also connected with a County Museum exhibition. That was a temporary exhibition which ended in June; it should not be treated as a current visitor attraction.

Sources: Louth County Council ↗

A musical story on the town’s walls

A new Longwalk mural by Mister Copy formed part of the homecoming. The council’s mural announcement identifies Dundalk BID as commissioner, working in partnership with Louth County Council through EPSO.

Explore the artwork and artist information on EPSO, or choose a self-guided town trail.

View on EPSO

Sources: Louth County Council ↗

Make room for the town’s music

Our perspective & suggestions

Our suggestion: use the homecoming as an introduction to Dundalk’s musical identity, then look for a live experience of your own. A small gig, a theatre concert or a local session can give a visit a different rhythm.

Check the current events and nightlife guides for places and dates. The May celebration is part of the town’s recent story; it is not a recurring performance or an invitation to visit a private event. Follow the public art through EPSO and plan any new evening around confirmed listings.

View on EPSO

Sources & further reading

Original editorial coverage prepared 17 October 2026. Source dates and project status reflect the material checked on 17 October 2026. For current bookings, conditions or plans, follow the originating organisation.

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