The GREAT NOSTALGIC TRIBUTE SHOW “Reeling in the Showband Years” has been a smash hit for the past 15 years, and we are delighted to say it returns once again to The National Opera House Wexford, on Friday 9 January, 2026 to celebrate it’s amazing 15th year touring and filling theatre’s all around Ireland.
All of the stars join in for a medley of songs from the unique Showband Years! Bringing you back in time to this magical musical period. It will send you home with great memories of a wonderful and never to be repeated time in Irish popular music.
Eurovision Winner Niamh, is headlining the Showband show Bill this year! A show definitely not to be missed. A larger than life personality, Niamh gives it all once she goes on stage!
A Superstar of Showbiz, Gina and The Champions dominated the Showband era with multiple hit records and sold out shows right around the country for decades. Her biggest hits included "Minnie Minnie", "Do You Wanna Do It", "You're the Greatest Lover", "Who Do You Wanna Be", "Give Me Back My Love" and "Playing with Fire", plus many more. They were voted Top Irish Pop Band in voters polls year after year over the period also. She still belts it out and sounds as great.
“RTE’S Mr. Music” sings his renowned tributes to The Great Joe Dolan, The Eurovision and much more!
With his band “Ding-A-ling” he was one of the biggest drawing acts in Ireland right through the 70’s. He topped the charts for weeks with his smash hit records “You Are No Angel” and “It’s Good To See You”. All you could ask for in an entertainer. An outstanding top class artist!
This great Brother and Sister combination from one of the oldest musical families in Ireland. Their Father, Frankie was a trumpet player with Joe Dolan for many years. Lorraine is one of the brightest talents to emerge from the late Showband era and Keith is a star in his own right!
This Tullamore man’s magnificent voice will capture you. Dave had a massive hit with his smash hit record ”Showband’s on Parade” in the Seventies.
One of the greatest Showbands of them all and still packing them in everywhere they go. The Galway boys sang “Baby Blue” and many more hits.