Is this event age restricted?

Yes. The event is for guests 18 and over; valid photo ID is required at check-in.

Seating is unreserved and tables are shared; arrive early if you prefer a seat closer to the stage.

Is the venue accessible?

Yes. The Bonnington Dublin Hotel is fully accessible—contact the venue ahead of time for specific arrangements.

Free parking is available at the hotel, though spaces can fill on busy days so allow extra time.

How long is the event?

Plan for about four hours from doors to finish: doors 12:30pm, lunch at 1:00pm, show from 2:30pm.

Afternoon Swing with Tom Cole Jr at The Bonnington Dublin Hotel — Lunch & Live American Songbook | Events | Theater

Q: Where do I meet?

The meeting point is The Bonnington Dublin Hotel, Swords Road, Whitehall, Dublin 9, Ireland D09 C7F8.

Afternoon Swing with Tom Cole Jr brings an elegant, toe‑tapping interlude to Dublin’s urban north at The Bonnington Dublin Hotel on Swords Road in Whitehall, Dublin 9. The format is simple and civilized: doors at 12:30pm, a sharp 1:00pm lunch service, and Tom Cole Jr’s set beginning around 2:30pm—an easy half‑day escape that folds mellifluous swing standards into a leisurely Dublin afternoon.

Sunshine Radio’s Tom Cole Jr specializes in the American Songbook and classic swing arrangements, his distinctive vocals steering numbers from the era with warmth and crisp phrasing. In the hotel’s dining room the band’s brushed cymbals and walking bass lines sound immediate; the room’s acoustics and close seating turn every chorus into a conversation. For longtime swing lovers, the set lists hit familiar milestones; for newcomers it’s an accessible primer on why these songs endure.

What makes this outing notable beyond the music is the combination of table service and show. A proper lunch anchors the event—timed to let conversation land between courses—and the unreserved, shared-table seating encourages conviviality. Practical details matter: the meeting point is The Bonnington Dublin Hotel, Swords Road, Whitehall, Dublin 9, Ireland D09 C7F8; free parking is available; and the hotel is fully accessible. The event is strictly 18+.

The Bonnington’s weekday afternoon concerts have become a local rhythm for residents who pair city walks or nearby recreational outings with an indoor cultural stop. The show’s tempo contrasts with Dublin’s brisk streets: it’s a designed pause where tempo, taste, and hospitality meet. The music leans on familiar standards—the kind of material that rewards careful listening and light-footed tapping alike—so expect classics from the swing era arranged for a compact ensemble.

Practicalities are refreshingly straightforward: arrive for doors at 12:30pm to secure a favorable table, plan for about four hours out of your day, and remember seating is unassigned. The atmosphere suits a broad range of visitors—from older listeners who grew up with these tunes to younger guests discovering the lineage of pop phrasing—and it makes an excellent mid-day complement to exploring Dublin’s northern neighborhoods.

If you want a cultured, low-stress afternoon with strong musicianship and a convivial dining experience, Afternoon Swing with Tom Cole Jr at The Bonnington Dublin Hotel is a reliable, stylish option—swing standards performed with polish, hospitality that feels intentional, and an easy urban location that keeps the rest of your Dublin day flexible.

Book early on busy Thursdays to guarantee a table near the stage; check the operator’s booking link for current availability and any menu or dietary updates. The relaxed lunch timing makes this a good option for travelers who want culture without a late night—pair it with an afternoon walk or an evening plan elsewhere in Dublin.

Afternoon Swing with Tom Cole Jr at The Bonnington Dublin Hotel — Lunch & Live American Songbook

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