The TF Royal Hotel & Theatre is thrilled to announce its victory as Connacht Live Music Venue of the Year 2025 at the IMRO Live Music Awards. We’d like to thank everyone single one of you that voted for us. It wouldn’t have been possible without you!
The IMRO Live Music Venue of the Year Awards celebrate the venues, festivals, and crews that sustain Ireland’s thriving live music scene. These awards not only honour excellence but also highlight the ongoing commitment to fostering a vibrant and inclusive space for live music.
Standing proudly alongside esteemed winners such as 3Arena, Electric Picnic, and Vicar Street, the TF Royal has once again triumphed at the IMRO Awards. This marks the venue’s second IMRO win, having previously earned a Hot Press Commendation Award in 2009. This latest accolade further reinforces the TF Royal’s status as a nationally recognised award-winning venue and the leading hub for quality live entertainment and performances in the west of Ireland.
Welcoming over 100,000 visitors annually across 140 events, the TF Royal is a powerhouse of entertainment and economic impact in Castlebar and beyond. With a theatre capacity of 2,000 seated, plus intimate settings like the Ruby Room (250 capacity) and Velvet Room (150 capacity), the venue caters to a diverse range of events – from Irish and international music acts to comedy, musicals, ballet, podcasts, community events, and even election counts. Beyond entertainment, the TF Royal is a major contributor to Castlebar’s local economy, benefiting businesses such as hotels, bars, restaurants, hairdressers, and retailers.
This recognition of this award is especially meaningful as it comes from both the artists who perform on our stage and the patrons who support us. The TF Royal team extends its heartfelt thanks again to all its guests, especially those who voted.
The next few months promise a stellar lineup of talent, some of which include comedy with John Colleary (April 4) and Mario Rosenstock (April 12), music with Bitter Sweet (Music of Sabrina Carpenter & Olivia Rodrigo) (April 21) and Nathan Carter (April 19), and unique events such as Sarah Butler’s Food Fest (May 10), and Rhythm of the Dance (June 14). The TF Royal continues to be a driving force in Ireland’s live entertainment landscape and have already set the stage for another record-breaking year in 2025.
