Mayhoots

Bringing Ireland’s best comedians to you!

24-25 April 2026

The very first Mayhoots festival has come and gone, with more than 30 phenomenal comedy shows across Friday evening and Saturday from midday til late.

What does the future hold? Watch this space…

Download the programme below to see the full lineup for 2026.

Mayhoots is open to everyone. Maynooth is easily reachable from Dublin and Kildare and all our venues are within walking distance of each other. See our FAQs for more info.

Follow for updates and news of future HOOTS.

From legends of Irish comedy to the stars of tomorrow, and from storytelling to the experimental, Mayhoots has something to make everyone laugh.

Over half of our 2026 shows were free entry with a unique “pay what you want” model.

Scroll the posters below for a flavour of what the first Mayhoots included.

Our Shows

Friday 24th April

Saturday 25th April - afternoon

Saturday 25th April - evening