Fitness guru Karl Henry to open Clonakilty Street Carnival

Fitness expert and broadcaster Karl Henry will officially open the Irish Yogurts Clonakilty Street Carnival on Saturday, June 14.

Now in its seventh year, Clonakilty Street Carnival draws thousands of visitors to experience the largest outdoor dining celebration in the region.

Speaking at the launch of the carnival, Mr Henry said he is looking forward to the event.

“I’m absolutely thrilled to be part of the Irish Yogurts Clonakilty Street Carnival this year,” he said. 

“Living in West Cork, I get to experience the incredible sense of community and the amazing food culture every day, and this event really brings all of that to life.

“It’s a celebration of everything that makes this part of the world so special: the passionate local producers, the vibrant town atmosphere, and of course, the fantastic food. I can’t wait to kick off what’s set to be a brilliant day for all.”

Pearse St in Clonakilty will be transformed into a food hub, with long communal tables stretching through the town centre.

Street food

Attendees will be able to enjoy a variety of street food prepared by some of the top chefs in the region. There will also be food producers on hand, offering everything from rich Indian curries to fresh local seafood, all accompanied by wines and desserts.

Meal tickets which include adult and children options and portion sizes, will offer a variety of meat, seafood, vegetarian, and vegan dishes, along with desserts and drinks.

New for 2025, the childrens’ meals will now be served alongside the adults in the main food tent from 3pm until 5pm and the family fun zone will open from 11am, with entertainment continuing into the evening.

Music

There will be a line up of live music and entertainment at the festival. Headlining the festivities are The Monks, The Kates, and Boola Boom, with performances taking place throughout the day and into the evening.

Also on hand providing entertainment will be street entertainers including stilt walkers, jugglers, and face painters.

Admission to all non-food activities is free, but meal tickets should be pre-booked online at https://www.clonakilty.ie/ to secure a seat at the table.