John Lee's Bar & Music Venue

John Lee's Bar & Music Venue John Lee's Bar & Venue - Where Music Lives in the Heart of Tullamore We are a Family run 4th generation Bar, Lounge and Beer Garden since 1896.

A long association with traditional Irish music with Ballad sessions every Saturday in the lounge, while in the bar beer garden everything from rock bands and DJ's. Joe Lee's is dog friendly pub with free WIFI and a Jukebox. Joe Lee’s Bar and Music Venue was established in 1896 with James Healion the original licencee and John Lee is the 4th generation Publican in this business. His father Joe and

grand uncle Tom ran the pub for the intervening 80 years with Joe taking over from his uncle in 1964. It has never been closed for any period of time until March 2020 and the first lockdown in its 124 year old history. Since John became the licensee in 2010 he has tried to diversify the music on offer while continuing to support traditional and ballad singers from Offaly in his weekly lounge sessions. In his beer garden he began hosting live bands, djs, spoken word and comedy acts appealing to new audience and in conjunction with local promoters has also had acts play like Girl Band, Fish Go deep, The Pale, Sunil Sharpe, Lisa O Neill, Daithi, to name but a few, all playing to sold out shows. Joe Lee’s has been the only venue in Tullamore that has offered a platform for emerging talent to learn their trade and has always supported up and coming Irish bands that performed original music, spoken word or comedy with their monthly spoken word night. Only since the reopening in June the changeover in name from Joe to John Lee has happened as its like starting again after such a long enforced closure.

We are delighted to host the next PAINT'N'PINTS with Claire Guinan Art on Thursday 25th June from 7-9pm. Early booking a...
05/06/2026

We are delighted to host the next PAINT'N'PINTS with Claire Guinan Art on Thursday 25th June from 7-9pm.

Early booking advsied - Booking cost €45 includes all the materials to create your masterpiece and one pint of beer or cider/ a tea or coffee/ a mineral.https://claireguinan.com/products/tullamore-paint-and-pints

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Tullamore I'm bringing Paint n Pints to town! 🎨🍻

On Thursday night, the 25th of June I'll be running a class in John Lee's Bar & Music Venue at 7-9pm

No experience needed!

It's a fun night and most importantly you'll go home with your own masterpiece 🖼️🎨

All materials included and a pint or soft drink

Tickets here:
https://claireguinan.com/products/tullamore-paint-and-pints

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04/06/2026

Only days away… organise the squad/crew/posse/family/team or whoever’s up for a bangin night and join us with Dive in John Lee's Bar & Music Venue this Saturday 🔥✊🏻

It's gonna be a Tribute... 🤘🤘
03/06/2026

It's gonna be a Tribute... 🤘🤘

Only days away… organise the squad/crew/posse/family/team or whoever’s up for a bangin night and join us with Dive in John Lee's Bar & Music Venue this Saturday 🔥✊🏻

TRIBUTE WEEKEND! DIVE (Nirvana Tribute) and Renegades Of Funk (RATM Tribute) next weekend!
01/06/2026

TRIBUTE WEEKEND! DIVE (Nirvana Tribute) and Renegades Of Funk (RATM Tribute) next weekend!

Tonight is the night! Paul Weller Experience are all set to take the John Lee's stage soon!Tickets on the door or online...
31/05/2026

Tonight is the night! Paul Weller Experience are all set to take the John Lee's stage soon!

Tickets on the door or online www.leesbar.ie

Sunday night see's THE PAUL Paul Weller Experience in the house! Get your tickets for this one soon - www.leesbar.ie
29/05/2026

Sunday night see's THE PAUL Paul Weller Experience in the house! Get your tickets for this one soon - www.leesbar.ie

29/05/2026

BANK HOLIDAY WEEKEND! GIG #1!
The wait is over - Harry Hudson Taylor is in John Lee's tonight! Friday 29th May 2026 - Tickets on the door or via https://leesbar.ie/events/harry-hudson-taylor

Harry Hudson Taylor is an Irish singer-songwriter and visual artist. Formerly one half of the beloved folk-pop duo Hudson Taylor alongside his brother Alfie, Harry has since embarked on a solo career, blending indie rock, soul, and folk-rooted storytelling.

During his time with Hudson Taylor, he achieved major success, including a No. 1 Irish album, millions of Spotify streams, and high-profile tours alongside artists like The Rolling Stones, Hozier, and George Ezra. Following the duo's split in 2022, Harry has been writing, performing, and self-producing his own solo material.

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Address

Church Street
Tullamore

Opening Hours

Monday 10:31am - 11:30pm
Tuesday 10:31am - 11:30pm
Wednesday 10:31am - 11:30pm
Thursday 10:31am - 11:30pm
Friday 10:30am - 12:30am
Saturday 10:30am - 12:30am
Sunday 12:31pm - 11pm

Telephone

+353834277180

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