Mermaid Arts Centre: A creative engine-room in the heart of Bray

Music
25 Mar 25

As part of our Venues Special, we’re saluting the Irish stages – in massive arenas, intimate pubs and everywhere in between – that play a vital role in bringing live music to the masses. Next up is the Mermaid Arts Centre...

MERMAID ARTS CENTRE

Main St, Bray, Co. Wicklow
mermaidartscentre.ie
Tel: (01) 272 4030

A creative engine-room in the heart of Bray, the Mermaid Arts Centre has welcomed local and international artists and performers for over 20 years.

Last year’s winners in the Rest of Leinster category at the IMRO Live Music Venue of the Year Awards, Mermaid have another eclectic season of live music lined up – including Irish contemporary chamber music and sean-nós from Neil Ó Lochlainn and Inni-K; Cuba’s most acclaimed guitar duo Eduardo Martín & Ahmed Dickinson; and the renowned Don Baker.

The legendary Bray Jazz Festival 2025 returns this May Bank Holiday Weekend for its 24th year, featuring an exciting line-up of international and homegrown talent.

Nubya Garcia - playing the Mermaid Arts Centre for Bray Jazz Festival on May 2

Capacity: 242

Recent gigs: John Spillane, Gemma Hayes, Sharon Shannon

Upcoming gigs: The Luke Kelly Story (April 26); The Classic Beatles (June 28); An Evening with Tom Dunne, Fiachna Ó Braonáin & Alan Connor (October 18).