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Welcome to all the new members over the past week!
Looking ahead, Saturday is stacked with events across the city and beyond.
The Cork City Record Fair caught my eye at the Marina Market, but there’s plenty else happening from daytime events through to late-night sets.
Enjoy, hopefully you spot something you might have missed!
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🎬 Kids Club – The Arc Cinema
The Arc Cinema | 🎟 €3.95 |
All kids tickets priced at €3.95 every Saturday, Sunday and daily during school holidays.
Building Tools For Cork
The Cork gym comparison website is progressing well as we continue building out data from gyms across the city (see a short screen recording of it in action below).
If you’ve used any gym in Cork, a quick response to the survey below about your experiences with things like cleanliness and crowding adds real value and improves the final website.
For new joiners, here’s a thread explaining what we’re going to build.
What’s On This Week
Across the Week
🎬 Japanese Film Festival (JFF) Ireland 2026
Triskel Arts Centre & The Arc Cinema | Thurs Apr 9 – Thu Apr 23 | 🎟 Ticketed |
Series of Japanese film screenings ranging from contemporary releases to classics, presented as part of a nationwide festival.
Wednesday April 8th
🎭 The Scent Of A Mock Orange
Cork Arts Theatre | Wed-Sat, 8-11 Apr, 8pm | 🎟 €15–€20 |
Darkly humorous one-woman play looking at grief, addiction and the fallout of her past.
🎶 The Lyric’s The Thing – Paul Harrington
Cork Opera House | 8pm | 🎟 €31–€36 |
Paul Harrington performs well-known songs while sharing the stories behind them, joined on stage by Graham Murphy and guest musicians.
🎭 Comedic Murder
Clancy’s | 9pm | 🎟 €11.70 |
Line-up comedy night featuring Irish comedians from The Laugh Lodge.
Thursday April 9th
💼 Business 101: Tax, Legal & Investment Workshop
Republic of Work | 11am–12pm | 🎟 Free (registration required) |
Workshop for founders covering legal, tax and investment fundamentals, with networking beforehand and option to join online.
🎬 A Way To Die: The Short Films Of Coil (Phantoscope)
Triskel Arts Centre | 6pm | 🎟 €8.50–€11.50 |
Experimental screening of short films by Coil members John Balance and Peter Christopherson, spanning early works to later avant-garde pieces.
📖 Garth Marenghi – This Busted Earth
Cork Opera House | 8pm | 🎟 €29–€35.65 |
Live show blending horror storytelling and comedy as Garth Marenghi performs new tales from his book series.
🎸 Irvine Single Release Gig
Dali | 8:30pm | 🎟 €7–€10 |
Cork rock band Irvine launch their debut single “Maria” with live performances from Cutouts and Moldboy.
🎶 Lynda Cullen and Fintan Lucy
Coughlan’s | 7:30pm | 🎟 €16 |
Live folk performance featuring original songs and vocal harmonies from Lynda Cullen and Fintan Lucy.
Friday April 10th
🎶 Country Music Circle
Cork City Library | 11am | 🎟 Free |
Monthly music session at the Rory Gallagher Music Library featuring country music listening and discussion with guest presenters.
🖼 Here Comes The Summer – Art Exhibition Opening Night
The Hideout Café & Art Gallery | 6pm–8:30pm | 🎟 Free |
Opening night of Wendy Moore’s exhibition featuring new artwork, live music and refreshments.
❓Bilingual Table Quiz – Gaeilge agus Béarla
An Spailpín Fánach | 7:30pm–10pm | 🎟 €10 |
Table quiz with questions in Irish and English, open to all levels and raising funds for local election campaigns.
🏉 An Evening with Paul O’Connell
Hibernian Hotel & Leisure Centre, Mallow | 7:30pm | 🎟 €33.15 |
Paul O’Connell in conversation with Billy Keane, sharing stories from his rugby career.
💃 Céilí Mór Fundraiser
Blackpool Community Centre | 7:30pm–10:30pm | 🎟 €17.07 |
Fundraising céilí night with traditional Irish music and dancing open to all levels.
📖 The Gab presents Daniel Morden
Church of the Resurrection, Blarney | 8pm | 🎟 €22 (last few tickets) |
Storytelling performance by Daniel Morden with live music from Gráinne Stafford, Stevie O’Brien and Fanny Leenhardt.
🎶 Mack Fleetwood
Cork Opera House | 8pm | 🎟 €35 (last few tickets) |
Fleetwood Mac tribute show covering hits from across their career with a full live band performance.
🎸 Claude Bourbon
Richmond Revival, Fermoy | 8pm | 🎟 €16.50 |
Solo guitar performance blending classical, blues and world music influences across a range of styles and traditions.
🎶 Rebel City Network Live
Fred Zeppelins | 8pm–11:30pm | 🎟 €11.70 |
First live gig from Rebel City Network featuring an acoustic lineup including Dan O’Keeffe, Daryl Kane and other local artists.
🎶 Muireann Nic Amhlaoibh Trio
St. Catherine’s Cultural Centre, Kinsale | 8pm | 🎟 €33.15 |
Traditional Irish music concert featuring Muireann Nic Amhlaoibh with Gerry O’Beirne and Dónal O’Connor.
Saturday April 11th
🎶 East Cork Songwriting Festival
Sirius Arts Centre, Cobh | 10am–9pm | 🎟 €43.87 |
One-day songwriting event featuring workshops, collaborative sessions and live performances with industry mentors.
💿 Cork City Record Fair
Marina Market | 10:30am–5pm | 🎟 Free |
Music fair with traders selling vinyl, CDs, tapes and memorabilia, including rare and collectible items.
🎨 Easter Crafternoon
Cork Public Museum | 12:30pm–1:30pm | 🎟 Free (email to book) |
Easter-themed arts and crafts session inspired by the museum’s collection.
🎼 Solas Quartet – Spring String Quartet Series
MTU Cork School of Music | 1pm | 🎟 €14–€17 |
String quartet performance featuring works by Lombardini, Purcell, Mendelssohn and a new composition by Milo McCarthy.
🎼 Laoi Sinfonia Debut Concert
MTU Cork School of Music | 3:30pm–4:45pm | 🎟 Free |
Orchestral concert featuring works by Mozart, Poulenc and Mendelssohn performed by Laoi Sinfonia.
💄 Sculpted by Aimee Masterclass
Brown Thomas Cork | 4pm–6pm | 🎟 €43.87 |
Makeup masterclass with live demonstrations, expert tips and a private shopping experience.
😂 David McSavage – The Occasional Ride
Cyprus Avenue | 7pm | 🎟 €27.50 |
Stand-up show from The Savage Eye creator.
🎸 Jinx Lennon + Wasps vs Humans
Wavelength Rooftop Bar | 7pm | 🎟 €18.70 |
Live show featuring Jinx Lennon and punk-folk band Wasps vs Humans performing original material.
🎶 Bess Cronin Banríon Mhúscraí – Lisa Lambe
Ionad Cultúrtha, Ballyvourney | 7pm | 🎟 €15–€20 |
Concert and storytelling performance by Lisa Lambe exploring the songs and folklore of Bess Cronin in Irish and English.
🎨 Wine & Paint Night
The Hideout Café | 7pm–9pm | 🎟 €43.87 |
Guided painting session where participants create their own artwork in a relaxed setting with wine provided.
🎸 The Love Buzz Live
St. Catherine’s Cultural Centre, Kinsale | 7:30pm–10pm | 🎟 €12.50–€25 |
Kinsale band The Love Buzz return for their first hometown show in two years, joined by local support acts
😂 Award Winning Brian Gallagher Plus Guests
City Limits Comedy Club | 8pm–11pm | 🎟 €22.42 |
Stand-up comedy night headlined by Brian Gallagher with support from Paul Crowley and Michael Roche.
😂 Killian Sundermann – Killian Dollar Baby
Sea Church, Ballycotton | 8pm–10:30pm | 🎟 €22.50 |
Stand-up show from Killian Sundermann featuring new material following his recent tour and festival run.
🎸 UNCULTIVATES Album Launch
Kino Events House | 8:30pm–11:30pm | 🎟 €11.70 |
Album launch show from Cork post-hardcore band UNCULTIVATES performing tracks from their debut release.
🎧 Alexis Taylor (Hot Chip) DJ Set
The Savoy | 8:30pm–1am | 🎟 From €22.43 |
DJ set from Hot Chip frontman Alexis Taylor featuring a mix of disco, house, techno and soul.
🎧 Rave For Palestine
Cyprus Avenue | 11pm–2:30am | 🎟 €16.50 |
Fundraising club night with DJs performing in support of the Lajee Centre in Bethlehem.
Sunday April 12th
🧘 Meditation Retreat – A Journey Within
Brookfield Health Sciences Complex, UCC | 9am–12:30pm | 🎟 €6 |
Guided meditation session led by Swami Shantivratananda focusing on mindfulness, relaxation and inner awareness.
📚 Chit Chat Collective Book Club – The Safe Keep
Urban Pantry | 11am–1pm | 🎟 €3.50 |
Casual book club discussion of The Safe Keep by Yael van der Wouden, open to both readers and newcomers.
🎶 April Song Exchange
Maureen’s | 1:30pm–3:30pm | 🎟 €10.09 |
Voice-only singing circle where participants share songs and join in group harmonies in a relaxed setting.
💬 Cork Speed Dating (Ages 45–55)
Counihans Bar | 3pm–5pm | 🎟 €36.14 |
Structured speed dating event with short one-to-one rounds to meet multiple potential matches.
🍷 Rioja Wine Tasting with Pizza Pairing
Franciscan Well Brewery & Brewpub | 5pm–6:30pm | 🎟 €0–€40 (last few tickets) |
Guided Rioja wine tasting featuring wines from Bodega 220 Cántaras paired with Neapolitan pizza.
🎤 Vibes and Verses – Open Mic Night
Sonflour | 6:30pm–9:30pm | 🎟 €14.38 |
Open mic night featuring poetry, spoken word and live music with opportunities for attendees to perform.
🎹 Dayramir González – Cuban Jazz Piano
Marino Church, Bantry | 7:30pm–9:30pm | 🎟 €15–€30 |
Live performance from Carnegie Hall headliner Dayramir González featuring Afro-Cuban jazz compositions and arrangements.
Monday April 13th
🧘 Clear Mind Course
Brú Columbanus | 7pm–9pm | 🎟 €90 (9 week course) |
New weekly meditation course exploring techniques to develop mindfulness, emotional awareness and mental clarity.
🥃 Irish Kentucky Derby
The Shelbourne Bar | 7pm–8pm | 🎟 €27.79 |
Whiskey tasting event featuring a selection of Irish whiskeys and bourbons including Paddy’s, Eagle Rare and Buffalo Trace.
📝 Poetry Night
The Hayloft Bar, Long Valley | 7:30pm | 🎟 Free |
Poetry night featuring film screenings, guest readings and an open mic session.
🎭 FRIENDS! The Musical Parody
Cork Opera House | Mon Apr 13 – Sat Apr 18, 7:30pm | 🎟 €39–€56 |
Comedy musical parody recreating iconic moments from the TV series Friends with original songs and characters.
🎭 Broadway Kidz
Cork Arts Theatre | Mon Apr 13 – Wed Apr 15, 7:30pm | 🎟 €15 |
Musical theatre revue featuring young performers presenting songs from well-known Broadway and West End shows.
Tuesday April 14th
🍝 Pasta Workshop at Don Gregorio
Don Gregorio | 6pm–8:30pm | 🎟 €54.60 (last few tickets) |
Hands-on workshop teaching how to make fresh pasta from scratch.
🎩 Secret Show
The Liberty Bar X Resistance | 7:30pm–9pm | 🎟 €17.07 (last few tickets) |
Intimate magic show featuring three performers presenting close-up illusions and storytelling in a small setting.
🎲 Games Night – Board & Card Games
The Roundy | 7:00pm | 🎟 Free |
Casual games night featuring board games and card games in a social pub setting.
Events For Kids
🖍 Children’s Colouring Competition
Tory Top Library | Sat, Apr 11 | 2:30pm–3pm | 🎟 Free |
Colouring competition for children aged 3–12 with prizes for participants.
🎤 Flowers and Friendship Bracelets
The Everyman | Sat, Apr 11 | 1:30pm & 6pm | 🎟 From €27 |
Pop concert-style show featuring tribute performances of hits by artists including Taylor Swift, Miley Cyrus and Sabrina Carpenter aimed at families and younger audiences.
🤸 Circus Gymnastics for Youth (Ages 5–7)
Circus Factory | Starting Mon, Apr 13 | 4pm–4:45pm | 🎟 €108 (8 week course) |
8-week acrobatics course for young children covering basic movements, coordination and creative group exercises.
🤸 Circus Gymnastics for Youth (Ages 8+)
Circus Factory | Starting Mon, Apr 13 | 5pm–6pm | 🎟 €108 (8 week course) |
8-week acrobatics course focusing on strength, flexibility and group movement through circus-style gymnastics.
🎶 Mini Melodies Cork Classes
Piccolo Play Village, Ballincollig | Tues, Apr 14 | 10:30am | 🎟 €60 (4 classes) |
Multisensory music and play classes for babies aged 3 to 13 months focused on early development skills.
Planning Ahead
🎸 Sleeper
Cyprus Avenue | Fri, Apr 17 | 7pm | 🎟 €32.50 |
Britpop band Sleeper perform a greatest hits set celebrating 30 years of their debut album Smart.
🃏 Cork Card Show
Marina Market | Sat, Apr 18 | 10:30am–5:30pm | 🎟 €0–€11.70 (selling fast) |
Trading card event featuring vendors, collectors and trading across Pokémon, Yu-Gi-Oh, Magic: The Gathering and sports cards.
🎸 Cam Cole
Cyprus Avenue | Thurs, Apr 23 | 7pm | 🎟 €20 |
One-man band blending blues, rock and metal, known for high-energy live performances using guitar and foot percussion.
🤰 Hypnobirthing Course (1 Day)
St Joseph’s Parish Centre, Glanmire | Sat, Apr 25 | 9:30am–4:30pm | 🎟 €330 |
One-day antenatal course covering breathing techniques, birth preparation and partner support for an informed approach to labour.
🎶 Paul Young – From No Parlez to The Secret Of Association
Live at St. Luke’s | 7:30pm | 🎟 From €42.94 (last few tickets) |
Intimate acoustic show with Paul Young performing classic songs and sharing stories from his career.
🎤 Doireann Garrihy – The Laughs Of Your Life Live!
Cork Opera House | Thurs, May 7 | 8pm | 🎟 €45 (selling fast) |
Live podcast show featuring interviews, stories and audience interaction based on The Laughs Of Your Life.
Old Cork
This photo shows the Round House, now known as The Roundy, at the junction of Paul Street, Castle Street and Daunt’s Square around 1968.
The modern photo below shows how the layout has held, with The Roundy still anchoring the corner today.
Image attribution: Anthony Barry Photographic Archive
