festivals and fairs cork

The Sam Maguire Festival Weekend is a celebration and tribute to the man whom the All Ireland Football Cup is called after. It involves events for both young and old....

This annual festival is a celebration of the best in Irish music, dance and song. There's something here for all the family with songs and stories for children as well as plenty late night sessions with many of Ireland's best performers. The event is held in a number pubs and venues throughout the city so no two nights are ever the same....

The Festival of the Carberies is held at Leap and Glandore, County Cork. There will be various different events held during this period. This is sure to be a great family occasion. Please phone for further information....

Events include arts and drama, music, heritage, sporting events and fireworks. Family festival, street events for adults and children. Music on streets and festival dome. The 2008 festival will be in 16th August....

Saint Stephens Day in Carrigaline is a very special time. There are large crowds of people in the town for the traditional South Union Hunt and the exceptionally colourful Wren Boys Street Festival....

Not one major festival but several small events held during the year, e.g St. Patrick's Day Parade, Family Fun Day. Barbeque, Treasure Hunt and sponsored walks....

Bartlemy Horse Fair and Show, traditionally held on 3rd Saturday of September. It is held in a field of 10 acres, where animals can be well seen, tested and tried. A Gymkhana, dog show, trade stands and side shows also takes place....

Durrus Carnival is a relatively small local festival providing a variety of entertainment and events for people from Durrus and neighbouring parishes. Many of the events encourage participation by the audience , spectator both young and old. Event dates are from 11th to 13th July 2008....

This is a family festival with a popular fancy dress event. Every year a Distinguished Citizen Award is given. Adults, children and old folks are catered for....

A festival of baroque and medieval music taking place in historic locations in the East Cork area, featuring Irish and International performers of high standing....