Drop of a Hat Live at Dooley’s Hotel

Drop of a Hat plays live at Dooley’s Hotel in Waterford on Thursday evenings in October 2026. The hotel’s October programme confirms performances on 8, 15, 22 and 29 October, with Thursday music running from 8pm to 10pm.

Thursday live music at Dooley’s

Enjoy an evening at the Dry Dock Bar & Bistro on Merchant’s Quay. Drop of a Hat is the named act for these four Thursday dates in the hotel’s published programme. The bar and bistro offers a central venue for combining music with food or meeting friends during a visit to Waterford.

Each date has its own listing in our calendar, so choose the Thursday that suits your plans. This listing covers only the confirmed Thursday performances; it does not assume extra dates beyond the hotel’s published October schedule.

Food and group visits

Dooley’s says food is served until 9pm, and its entertainment page welcomes walk-ins and group bookings. Contact the hotel to check table availability if you would like to eat before or during the evening. Ask the venue directly about admission, seating and access requirements, as these arrangements are not stated in the music programme.

Plan your visit

Dates: Thursdays 8, 15, 22 and 29 October 2026
Music: 8pm–10pm
Venue: Dry Dock Bar & Bistro, Dooley’s Hotel
Address: Merchant’s Quay, Waterford
Phone: 051 873531

Bars and restaurants nearby

For dinner before the music, dine at Dooley’s Hotel or consider the Bianconi Restaurant at the nearby Granville Hotel on Meagher Quay. Check food service times and book ahead, allowing time for the 8pm start.

Drinks before and after the music

The Dry Dock Bar at Dooley’s lets you combine drinks with the performance. The Thomas Francis Meagher Bar at the Granville Hotel is another quayside option before or after the music. Confirm opening hours for your chosen evening.

See Dooley’s official entertainment programme for the latest venue information and any changes to the listed performances.

Getting home

Need a taxi home? Contact Rapid Cabs on 051 858585. Arrange your pickup directly and confirm availability.

More places to eat and drink

Explore Where to Eat for restaurants and dining options, or browse our Pubs & Bars listings to choose somewhere that suits your evening.