Live at Whelans in Dublin: Duke Special " Songs From the Deep Forest " 20th Anniversary
Sunday, 13 December 2026 at Whelans, Dublin
About this event
On Sunday, 13 December 2026, Duke Special " Songs From the Deep Forest " 20th Anniversary comes to Whelans in Dublin.
Over 18s - ID required.
About Duke Special
Alternative rock
Duke Special is an Irish songwriter and performer based in Belfast, Northern Ireland. A piano-based songwriter with a romantic style and a warm, distinctly accented voice, he was previously known for his distinctive long dreadlocks, eyeliner and outfits he describes as "hobo chic". Nowadays, he performs mostly out of makeup and desires to be more like his true self. His live performances have a theatrical style inspired by Vaudeville and music hall, and often incorporate 78s played on an old-fashioned gramophone…
Event details
- Date
- Sunday, 13 December 2026
- Time
- 20:00 local time
- Venue
- Whelans
- Address
- 25 Wexford St, Dublin 2, Dublin, Ireland
- Price
- Price not announced yet
- Category
- Concerts · Rock
- Organiser
- UP CLOSE & PERSONAL PROMOTIONS
Venue & getting there
25 Wexford St, Dublin 2, Dublin
How to get to Whelans
- Harcourt Street railway stationTrain420 m
5 min walk - St Stephen's Green stationTrain460 m
6 min walk - Connolly Train StationTrain850 m
11 min walk
Parking
4 car parks within walking distance, the closest 370 m away.
Hotels near Whelans
- Camden De Luxe Hotel60 mCheck prices
- Times Hostels - Camden Place140 mCheck prices
- Russell Court Hotel160 mCheck prices
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Your visit to Whelans
- Date
- Sunday, 13 December 2026
- Starts
- 20:00
- Getting there
- Harcourt Street railway station (train), 420 m – about 5 min on foot
- Parking
- 4 car parks within walking distance, the closest 370 m away
- Staying nearby
- 9 hotels within walking distance; the closest is Camden De Luxe Hotel (60 m)
Every upcoming Duke Special date
- Duke SpecialMandela Hall, Belfast
- Duke SpecialCyprus Avenue, Cork
- Duke SpecialDolans Warehouse, Limerick
- Duke Special "Songs from the Deep Forest" 20th AnniversaryThe Playhouse, Portrush
- Duke Special "Songs From the Deep Forest" 20th AnniversaryGuildhall, Derry-Londonderry
Also at Whelans that week
Good to know
When is “Duke Special " Songs From the Deep Forest " 20th Anniversary”?
Duke Special " Songs From the Deep Forest " 20th Anniversary takes place on Sunday, 13 December 2026 at 20:00 local time.
Where is “Duke Special " Songs From the Deep Forest " 20th Anniversary” held?
Venue: Whelans, 25 Wexford St, Dublin 2, Dublin, Ireland.
How much are tickets for “Duke Special " Songs From the Deep Forest " 20th Anniversary”?
Prices have not been published yet. Follow the ticket link for the latest information from the official seller.
Where can I buy tickets for “Duke Special " Songs From the Deep Forest " 20th Anniversary”?
Tickets are sold by Ticketmaster. The ticket button on this page takes you straight to the official listing, with live availability and the final price.
How do I get to Whelans by public transport?
The closest stop is Harcourt Street railway station (train), 420 m from Whelans – roughly 5 minutes on foot.
Can I park near Whelans?
There are 4 car parks within walking distance; the nearest is 370 m away.
Where else is Duke Special performing?
Duke Special also has 5 more dates coming up, for example Belfast (14 Nov 2026), Cork (28 Nov 2026) and Limerick (29 Nov 2026).
