Cork City

Cork City

Enjoy the laid-back vibe of one of Europe’s cultural capitals

Smoked Salmon Torte from the foodie capital
The English Market
Cork at night
the Cork Jazz Festival

From left to right: Smoked Salmon Torte from the foodie capital, The English Market, Cork at night, the Cork Jazz Festival

Voted by Lonely Planet as one of the best places to travel to in 2010, Cork, County Cork, is without a doubt one of the hottest city break destinations in Ireland within the  South of Ireland.

Delve into this perfectly sized urban hub, and you’ll be rewarded with an astonishing array of excellent restaurants, chic bars and lively pubs, a strong local flavour and seriously good summertime  festivals. 

Right now, Cork is cool and confident; the city is feeling good about itself and it shows; the streets are looking smart, the shops are looking smooth and the ‘craic’ has never been better. 

What's On

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Cork St. Patrick's Festival

17 Mar 2012 - 19 Mar 2012

Kick starting with the Cork St. Patrick’s Day Parade on Saturday 17th, with the theme Going for Gold: Cork Games 2012 celebrating...

Annual Cork Chess Congress

23 Mar 2012 - 25 Mar 2012

An international chess tournament.

Cork Lifelong Learning Festival

26 Mar 2012 - 01 Apr 2012

The festival's motto is 'Investigate, Participate, Celebrate!' and during the week people of all ages can discover the huge range...

Cork Tango Festival

13 Apr 2012 - 15 Apr 2012

The Festival offers you a warm and friendly atmosphere in the company of tango dancers from Ireland and all over the world. A big...

Cork World Book Festival

19 Apr 2012 - 23 Apr 2012

Cork World Book Fest combines readings by world class writers in a variety of settings – Claire Keegan, Alistair MacLeod, John...

Cork International Choral Festival

02 May 2012 - 06 May 2012

Experience the best in vocal music with a jam packed programme ranging from world class gala concerts and a diverse fringe...

Cork International Choral Festival

02 May 2012 - 06 May 2012

Experience the best in vocal music with a jam packed programme ranging from world class gala concerts and a diverse fringe...

Ocean to City

02 Jun 2012 - 10 Jun 2012

Ocean to City, the People’s Maritime Festival, highlights the magnificent river and harbour amenity available on Cork’s doorstep....

Cork City Marathon

04 Jun 2012 - 04 Jun 2012

The Bord Gáis Energy Cork City Marathon is known as ‘the marathon for everyone’, offering first timers and experienced athletes...

Tom Petty & the Heartbreakers Live at the Marquee

07 Jun 2012 - 07 Jun 2012

This performance is part of the celebrated American Rock 'N Roll band's first tour of Europe in 20 years.

Christy Moore Live at the Marquee

07 Jun 2012 - 07 Jun 2012

Tiered Seating: €35.00 - €45.00 Seats on flat: €40.00 - €45.00 Wheelchair area: €35.00

Imelda May Live at the Marquee

07 Jun 2012 - 07 Jun 2012

€35.00

The Specials Live at the Marquee

07 Jun 2012 - 07 Jun 2012

Wheelchair area: €35.00 Tiered seating: €35.00 - €49.50 Standing: €49.50

Justice Live at the Marquee

07 Jun 2012 - 07 Jun 2012

€35

Jedward Live at the Marquee

07 Jun 2012 - 07 Jun 2012

TIETIERED SEATING - €15.00 - €30.00 SEATS ON FLAT - €25.00 - €30.00 WHEELCHAIR AREA - €15.00

Dara O Briain - Craic Dealer Live at the Marquee

07 Jun 2012 - 07 Jun 2012

€29.50 - €33.50

Cork Midsummer Festival

21 Jun 2012 - 01 Jul 2012

Cork Midsummer Festival is one of Ireland's leading international multi-disciplinary arts festivals. It is an annual festival...

Cork Pride

29 Jul 2012 - 06 Aug 2012

Cork Pride is committed to focusing on integration and diversity in all aspects of life. The festival is about bringing awareness...

National Heritage Week

18 Aug 2012 - 26 Aug 2012

The Heritage Week programme comprises of a whole range of different activities throughout the country.

Beamish Cork Folk Festival

04 Oct 2012 - 07 Oct 2012

The Cork Folk Festival has been taking place annually since 1979 at 45 locations throughout the City of Cork. Throughout the five...

Corona Cork Film Festival

04 Nov 2012 - 11 Nov 2012

The Corona Cork Film Festival is one of the oldest in the world. Eight packed days and nights of the best of new Irish and...

 

 

 

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The name Cork comes from the Irish Corcach Mór Mumhan, which means “the great marsh of Munster” and refers to the fact that the centre of Cork is built on islands that used to be prone to flooding.