Photos: Stephen Murphy.

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PICTURES: Laois locals live it up on big bank holiday night out

By Leinster Express Reporter

Published 7th Aug 2026, 21:35 GMT

Spot any familiar faces in these photos from Portlaoise?

Portlaoise was alive this August Bank Holiday weekend as locals celebrated a big night out on the town.

Photographer Stephen Murphy snapped these photos in Jeremiah Grants, Sally Gardens, Vibe, and Coppers Music Venue.

17. August Bank Holiday weekend in Portlaoise.

Photo: Stephen Murphy.

18. August Bank Holiday weekend in Portlaoise.

Photo: Stephen Murphy.

19. August Bank Holiday weekend in Portlaoise.

Photo: Stephen Murphy.

20. August Bank Holiday weekend in Portlaoise.

Photo: Stephen Murphy.

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