Peter Kay announces Dublin tour dates

Comedian Peter Kay has announced his return to Dublin with two 3Arena performances, set for Friday, April 17 and Saturday, April 18, 2026.

The shows will mark his 13th and 14th performances at the venue.

Kay is also releasing a limited number of premium seats, previously reserved for production.

The shows will be part of the closing leg of the comedian's record-breaking UK and Ireland tour, which started in 2022.

“Peter Kay’s shows are always a huge highlight for us at 3Arena," said Roslyn Long, Deputy General Manager of 3Arena.

"His connection with Dublin audiences is something truly special, and we’re thrilled to welcome him back for these milestone shows."

After getting his start on the So You Think You're Funny contest in 1997, Kay co-wrote and starred in the mockumentary series That Peter Kay Thing and Britain's Got the Pop Factor... and Possibly a New Celebrity Jesus Christ Soapstar Superstar Strictly. 

Additionally, he acted in the BBC sitcom Cradle to Grave in 2015.

In 2012, Kay broke the Guinness World Record for most tickets sold for a stand-up comedy tour.

The comedian won two BAFTAs in 2016 for Best Male Comedy Performance and Best Scripted Comedy.

• Tickets for Kay's Dublin shows, including the premium seats, go on sale Saturday, November 1 and can be found here.