McGinley's Bar in Letterkenny, Co. Donegal has been named as the IMRO National Live Music Venue of the Year 2025 following a public vote.
Venues, festivals and music crews across Ireland were recognised at the award ceremony in The Sugar Club in Dublin on Tuesday night, following input from over 25,000 IMRO members,
The ceremony featured performances from Florence Road, F3miii, Annie-Dog, and DJ Maria Lawlor and featured representatives from Safe Gigs Ireland, who were honoured for their work in promoting safety, inclusivity, and diversity within the Irish music industry.
Speaking last night, Eleanor McEvoy, Chairperson of IMRO, said, "Live music venues are the backbone of Ireland’s music culture. They create essential spaces where artists and audiences connect, and we are proud to celebrate the dedication of those who make live music possible."
Regional Winners:
Dublin - The Button Factory.
Rest of Leinster - The Set Theatre, Kilkenny.
Connacht - TF Royal Hotel & Theatre, Castlebar, Co. Mayo.
Munster – Coughlan’s, Cork.
Ulster – McGinley’s Bar, Letterkenny, Co. Donegal.
Festival and Crew Awards:
IMRO Music Festival of the Year 2025 – All Together Now.
IMRO Small Music Festival of the Year 2025 – Another Love Story.
IMRO Venue Tech Crew of the Year 2025 – Vicar Street.
IMRO Festival Tech Crew of the Year 2025 – Electric Picnic.
Hot Press Live Venue of the Year 2025 – 3Arena.
Hot Press Special Recommendation Award 2025 - The Set Theatre, Kilkenny.
Hot Press Special Recommendation Award 2025 - Mike the Pies, Listowel.
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