Events and Tickets
Friends Events
Friends Events
We offer our NCH Friends an exclusive programme of social, music and cultural events throughout the year. Bookings can be made through our dedicated Friends office. Please contact the Friends office on 01 408 6777 or email friends@nch.ie
Monthly Coffee Mornings
On the first Wednesday of each month, Friends are invited to the Iveagh Room of the Terrace Café to meet with fellow Friends. This is an opportunity to meet and chat, and find out about upcoming Friends and NCH activities.
Coming up:
- Wednesday 4 March, 11am - 12pm
- Wednesday 1 April, 11am - 12pm
- Wednesday 6 May 11am - 12pm
- Wednesday 2 June 11am -12pm
- Wednesday 1 July, 11am - 12pm
- Wednesday 5 August 11am -12pm
*No booking required. Purchase the beverage of your choice.
Friends Trip to Kilkenny Arts Festival
Saturday 8 August (Meet in NCH Foyer at 9.30am, returning at 6pm approx.)
Join us for a summer day trip to the lovely city of Kilkenny as we visit the Kilkenny Arts Festival this August. Enjoy some free time to explore the city before attending a piano concert featuring performances from Timo Andres and David Kaplan in St. John's church with an exciting programme that includes Meredith Monk, John Adams, Timo Andres' own work and Donnacha Dennehy. Following the concert, a four course lunch with a glass of wine will be served in Langton's restaurant.
Friends €100, non-members €120
Friends pre-season lunch in Hugo's
Thursday 27 August, 3.30pm, (Meet in Hugo's, 6 Merrion Row at 1pm)
Start the new season in style with a special Friends lunch at Hugo's on Merrion Row. Enjoy a delicious three-course meal with a glass of wine or soft drink, and take the opportunity to relax, connect, and catch up with fellow Friends over a warm and sociable afternoon.
Friends €80, non-members €95
Friends Tour of the National Concert Hall
Thursday 3 September, (Meet in NCH Foyer at 2pm)
Take a private tour of the National Concert Hall and learn about its history, architecture, art and of course, music. Enjoy exclusive access to backstage and explore the nooks and crannies of a building with a fascinating story to tell. Afterwards join fellow Friends for tea or coffee for an enjoyable and social occasion.
Exclusive to Patrons and Friends (complimentary)