10 gigs and events for May: Mitski, Brian Cox, Girls Aloud, Simple Kid and more...

Some of the festivals and concerts to enjoy in May

Mitski and Brian Cox are among the people with events in Ireland.

Bealtaine Festival, throughout May, nationwide: Ireland’s annual month-long celebration of arts and expression as we age - with events, workshops and opportunities all over the country - bealtaine.ie for more information and local listings.

Mitski, Saturday May 4; 3Arena, Dublin: ‘My Love Mine All Mine’ singer tours new album, The Land is Inhospitable and So Are We, with a focus on nature and resilience.