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As the sun starts to peak its head through the clouds here in Cork, we’re casting our minds ahead to the Easter Holidays...
27/02/2025

As the sun starts to peak its head through the clouds here in Cork, we’re casting our minds ahead to the Easter Holidays and, dare we say it, the summer holidays! ☀️

Here’s some of the amazing activities available here in Cork that are sure to put a smile on little (and big) faces 😁

Rainy Bank Holiday in Cork? No problem! 🌧️☔Don’t let the weather dampen your plans - Cork is full of amazing indoor acti...
30/01/2025

Rainy Bank Holiday in Cork? No problem! 🌧️☔

Don’t let the weather dampen your plans - Cork is full of amazing indoor activities to keep you entertained!

Here are some top things to do this Bank Holiday weekend if it’s raining ➡️

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Join The Lee Sessions Trad Trail 🎻The Lee Sessions are an extensive series of traditional Irish music sessions in Cork c...
14/01/2025

Join The Lee Sessions Trad Trail 🎻

The Lee Sessions are an extensive series of traditional Irish music sessions in Cork city centre, featuring masters of traditional music.

The sessions have been running continuously since May 2011 and are sponsored by Cork City Council.

‘Sessions’ are usually groups of musicians playing traditional Irish music in pubs - usually instrumental.

So if you’re looking for a genuine Irish pub and music experience The Lee Sessions undoubtedly offers the best choice and highest standard of musicianship in the country.

Discover more at www.purecork.ie 📲

Escape the cold and try something new this January ❄️✨From folk dancing and story telling, to Irish coffee making and mo...
08/01/2025

Escape the cold and try something new this January ❄️✨

From folk dancing and story telling, to Irish coffee making and movie nights, there’s a bit of everything going on in Cork this January 🕺🏼☕️ 🍿 🎥

Head over to www.purecork.ie and tap “What’s On” for a full list of all the upcoming events happening in Cork this month!

🎄✨ Christmas Trail at Nano Nagle Place ✨🎄This December, bring the kids to Nano Nagle Place for a festive Christmas Trail...
08/12/2024

🎄✨ Christmas Trail at Nano Nagle Place ✨🎄

This December, bring the kids to Nano Nagle Place for a festive Christmas Trail! 🎅✨ They’ll explore Christmas traditions and the heritage of the site with a fun-filled Christmas Activity Book to guide them through exciting activities.

📅 Dates: Throughout December
⏰ Time: Monday–Sunday, 10:00 AM–5:00 PM
💸 Pricing: Free with museum entry (children’s entry: €5)
📍 Location: Nano Nagle Place

🔗 Booking Required: Yes
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Make this holiday season one to remember with family fun and festive learning! 🎄✨

📜✨ Tales of Cork Christmas Past with Liam O’hUigin ✨🎄Step back in time and discover the magic of Cork City Christmases f...
06/12/2024

📜✨ Tales of Cork Christmas Past with Liam O’hUigin ✨🎄

Step back in time and discover the magic of Cork City Christmases from days gone by. Join local folklorist Liam O’hUigin as he shares heart-warming tales, historic photographs, and festive songs that bring the city’s Christmas traditions to life.

📅 Date: Saturday, December 7
⏰ Time: 2:30 PM
💸 Pricing: Free
📍 Location: Douglas Library
🔗 Booking Required: No

Celebrate the nostalgia of Christmas past with this special event filled with storytelling, music, and history. A perfect way to embrace the season’s spirit! 🌟🎶

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05/12/2024

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Huge thank you to the incredibly talented for allowing us to share your snaps 📸

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🎄✨ Grand Memories: Creating Christmas Magic Together ✨🎄Gather your family and join the team at Hollyhill Library for a h...
05/12/2024

🎄✨ Grand Memories: Creating Christmas Magic Together ✨🎄

Gather your family and join the team at Hollyhill Library for a heart-warming Christmas workshop designed to bring generations together! Grandparents, parents, and children will enjoy crafting beautiful, homemade Christmas decorations while creating lasting holiday memories.

☕ Indulge in hot chocolate and cookies as you let your creativity flow in this festive celebration of togetherness.

📅 Date: Saturday, December 7th
⏰ Time: 11:00 AM – 1:00 PM
📍 Hollyhill Library
💸 Pricing: Free
🔗 Booking Required: Yes. Visit corkcitylibraries.ie to secure your spot.

Make this Christmas extra special with shared laughter, creativity, and the joy of family traditions. 🎅✨

🎄✨ Annual Christmas Market at St. Peter’s ✨🎄Cork Cancer Care Centre are excited to host their Annual Christmas Market th...
04/12/2024

🎄✨ Annual Christmas Market at St. Peter’s ✨🎄

Cork Cancer Care Centre are excited to host their Annual Christmas Market this weekend in collaboration with the beautiful St. Peter’s. The market will feature a diverse range of stalls, including gifts, books, handmade crafts, vinyl records, cakes, anime and Marvel art, jewellery, Christmas cards, candles, perfumes, professional art, and much more.

🎅 Don’t miss a special visit from Santa, who will be available for photos from 12 PM to 3 PM on both days—a perfect chance to create magical memories!

📅 Dates: 7th & 8th December
⏰ Time: 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM
💸 Entry: Free
📍 Location: St. Peter’s Cork
🔗 Website: irishousecork.ie

Support a great cause while enjoying festive shopping and holiday cheer! 🎁✨

🎶✨ St Finn Barre’s Cathedral Choir Christmas Concerts ✨🎄Immerse yourself in the festive spirit with the St. Fin Barre’s ...
03/12/2024

🎶✨ St Finn Barre’s Cathedral Choir Christmas Concerts ✨🎄

Immerse yourself in the festive spirit with the St. Fin Barre’s Cathedral Choir as they present a magical evening of Christmas carols and seasonal music. Enjoy beloved classics, as well as Britten’s A Ceremony of Carols accompanied by harp on December 7th. Seasonal refreshments will add to the holiday cheer.

📅 Dates: Saturday, December 7th & Saturday, December 14th
⏰ Time: 7:00 PM
💸 Pricing: €20
📍 Location: St. Fin Barre’s Cathedral
🔗 Booking Required: Yes, tickets available from the Cathedral.

🌟 Don’t miss this cherished Christmas tradition in the stunning surroundings of St. Fin Barre’s Cathedral. Book your tickets today!

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🌟✨ Hansel & Gretel and the Enchanted Forest ✨🌟Step into a world of magic and adventure as the Cork School of Dance prese...
03/12/2024

🌟✨ Hansel & Gretel and the Enchanted Forest ✨🌟

Step into a world of magic and adventure as the Cork School of Dance presents Hansel & Gretel and the Enchanted Forest at the Firkin Crane Theatre.

Follow Hansel and Gretel on their journey through an enchanted forest filled with friendly animals, woodland fairies, and mysterious creatures. Their adventure leads them to an enchanted gingerbread house where dancing treats and gingerbread characters await, along with a wicked witch. But who is the beguiling fairy, and could she be the witch in disguise?

With stunning choreography, captivating set design, and a heartwarming storyline, this production is a magical reimagining of the beloved fairytale.

📅 Dates: 6th–8th December 2024
⏰ Times:

Friday & Saturday: 7:30 PM
Sunday: 2:30 PM
📍 Venue: Smurfit Theatre, Firkin Crane, Cork
💸 Tickets: €25 (Group of 4: €90)
🌟 Produced and directed by Sinead Murphy, with choreography by Sinead Murphy, Lindsay O’Leary, and Chloe Corcoran, and lighting and set design by Tim Feehily, this show promises to be a magical experience for all ages.

Book your tickets now and let the enchantment begin! 🎭✨

🎄✨ The Lough Crib Launch ✨🎄Kick off the festive season with the Annual Lough Christmas Crib! A magical evening awaits, p...
02/12/2024

🎄✨ The Lough Crib Launch ✨🎄

Kick off the festive season with the Annual Lough Christmas Crib! A magical evening awaits, perfect for all ages.

📍 Location: Lough Road, Greenmount/Ballyphehane
📅 Date: Tuesday, December 3
⏰ Time: 7:00 PM
💸 Entry: Free

🌟 Take a short stroll by the Lough this Christmas and soak in the holiday spirit. While you’re here, why not show some love to the birds? 🐦
Feeding tips are available on signage at The Lough, remember, raw green veggies or seeds are better than bread!

Bring your family, friends, and festive cheer! 🎅🎁

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🎅🚴‍♂️ The Cork Santa Cycle is Back! 🎄✨Join 500 Santas spreading joy, laughter, and the Christmas spirit on a 7 km cycle ...
27/11/2024

🎅🚴‍♂️ The Cork Santa Cycle is Back! 🎄✨

Join 500 Santas spreading joy, laughter, and the Christmas spirit on a 7 km cycle around Cork city—all for a great cause!

📅 Event Details:
🎄 Date: Saturday, 30th November
📍 Location: Goldberg’s Pub
⏰ Live from: 6:00 PM (Cycle starts at 7:00 PM sharp)

🌟 Registration Times:
🛷 Saturday: 4:00 PM - 6:00 PM
🎅 Sunday, 1st December: 3:00 PM - 4:00 PM

💡 Pick up your Santa suit, fairy lights, and batteries during these times - the elves will be too busy to help after!

✨ Pimp your bike with festive decorations, and let’s light up Cork together! All proceeds go to Pieta House, helping bring hope and support to those in need.

💬 Who’s ready to ride for a cause and spread some holiday magic?

🎄✨ Jingle Bell Junction 🎅🎶Get ready for an unforgettable Christmas adventure at Jingle Bell Junction, where the festive ...
26/11/2024

🎄✨ Jingle Bell Junction 🎅🎶

Get ready for an unforgettable Christmas adventure at Jingle Bell Junction, where the festive magic comes alive for the whole family! 🎁

Step into a world of wonder at Jingle Bell Junction, where the magic of Christmas comes alive in an unforgettable 80-100-minute interactive experience!

Join Santa’s merry elves as they take you on a festive journey through various enchanting locations, including Mrs. Claus’ Kitchen and the bustling Sleigh Preparation Room. Along the way, you’ll join the elves in a range of fun and festive activities—from hands-on tasks to heartwarming entertainment like singing and storytelling. Each stop creates new memories as the elves guide you through their magical preparations for the big day.

At Jingle Bell Junction, every moment is designed to create lasting memories, from helping the elves get ready for Christmas to enjoying a personal visit with Santa Claus himself.

📅 Running Fridays, Saturdays & Sundays from 01st Dec to 22nd Dec, this is the perfect way to make magical memories.

🎟️ Book your tickets now at www.jinglebelljunction.ie and start your Christmas countdown!

🎄 Tag your family and friends—who’s coming along?

Marina Market On Ice is HERE! ⛸️This festive season, you better get your skates on (literally) as the Marina Market On I...
25/11/2024

Marina Market On Ice is HERE! ⛸️

This festive season, you better get your skates on (literally) as the Marina Market On Ice debuts at the stunning Marina Market, right by Cork Harbour!

What’s in store?
🎶 A fun-filled evening of skating and festivities
🍴 Tuck into some delicious food and treats from one of the spectacular vendors at the Marina Market
🎄 A perfect outing for family, friends, or even a date night

Skate under twinkling lights, soak up the festive vibes, and explore the vibrant market for the ultimate winter experience.

📅 Open now—don’t miss your chance to create unforgettable memories this season!

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🎄✨ Believe at Clonakilty Model Village ✨🎅Step into the magic of Christmas at Believe Clonakilty, where the spirit of the...
24/11/2024

🎄✨ Believe at Clonakilty Model Village ✨🎅

Step into the magic of Christmas at Believe Clonakilty, where the spirit of the season comes alive! 🌟

🎅 Meet Santa and his elves in the charming setting of the Model Village
🎁 Enjoy heartwarming festive activities for the whole family
🚂 Take a ride on the Christmas Express Train through a twinkling winter wonderland
🎨 Delight in crafts, surprises, and unforgettable moments

This enchanting experience is perfect for creating lasting family memories. 🎶

📅 Dates are filling up fast! Book now to secure your place: www.modelvillage.ie

🎄 Feel the magic, share the joy—this Christmas, it’s time to Believe!

🎭 Oh yes, it’s back! Cork’s favourite Panto returns!✨Head to The Everyman this festive season for the magical tale of Re...
23/11/2024

🎭 Oh yes, it’s back! Cork’s favourite Panto returns!✨

Head to The Everyman this festive season for the magical tale of Red Riding Hood 🌲❤️

🎉 Expect:
🐺 Deco the Wolf from Dublin causing mischief
👵 Granny Peggy Twomey and her quick wit
🎶 Laughs, songs, and the zany antics of Pip and the gang
🌟 An enchanted forest full of magical surprises

Directed by the legendary Catherine Mahon-Buckley, this year’s Panto promises to be the funniest yet—a festive treat for all ages!

Don’t miss out! Tickets available now at:
🌐 everymancork.com
📞 Box Office: 021 4501673

🎭 The Everyman Panto - it’s for EVERYONE!

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✨🎭 Cinderella at Cork Opera House 🎭✨Step into a world of magic, mischief, and fairy tale fun as Cinderella takes the sta...
22/11/2024

✨🎭 Cinderella at Cork Opera House 🎭✨

Step into a world of magic, mischief, and fairy tale fun as Cinderella takes the stage at Cork Opera House, starting November 30!

🎟️ 69 dazzling shows filled with:
👑 Cinderella and Prince Charming
🎉 Laughs with Buttons, Nanny Nellie, and the Wicked Stepsisters
✨ Pantomime magic and surprises for the whole family

Running through Christmas until January 19, this spectacular production promises joy for audiences of all ages.

📅 Tickets are selling fast—don’t wait! Secure your seats now via:
🌐 corkoperahouse.ie
📞 021 4270022 (Box Office)

🎭 Bring your loved ones and experience the magic of live panto this festive season!

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