Going out or staying in? Your weekend guide to what's happening in Cork

Here's a round-up of gigs and events running in Cork this weekend (March 01 to March 02). Or if you decide to stay in, here's what's on the box...
Going out or staying in? Your weekend guide to what's happening in Cork

Mike Denver is joined by special guest, the legendary Red Hurley at the Opera House. 

GOING OUT

Theatre

Saturday

9 To 5 The Musical, The Everyman, 7.30pm: The talented students of the BA Musical Theatre at MTU CSM return present this smash hit musical. Tickets €28.

Mike Denver, Cork Opera House, 8pm: One of Galway’s favourite sons is joined by special guest, the legendary Red Hurley. Tickets €36.

Sunday

Peter McGann: Ah No, The Everyman, 8pm: McGann narrates a time-jumping journey where he brushes shoulders with the Chicago mafia, a flying column from Cork, and D-list Irish content creators. Tickets €27.

Reggie - Oh Lads, Sea Church, Ballycotton 9.30pm: A night of laughs and insight. Tickets €25.

Music

Saturday

Dave Daly presents The Classics We Grew Up With, Liquid Lounge, 7pm: Dave is known for his funky style house music and high energy DJ sets. Tickets €10.

EMC Presents: Collie, Liquid Lounge, 11pm: A night of deep cuts, solid sounds, and proper good music, featuring the new 360 booth. Tickets €10.

Sunday

FIA Songwriters Circle, The Roundy 7pm: The collective is all about bringing the wealth of talented songwriters in Cork together. A night of songs and stories. Tickets €10.

Other Events

Saturday

The Art of Ukrainian Motanka Workshop with Viktoria Kondratieva, Triskel, 11pm: Join artist Viktoria for a hands-on workshop exploring the ancient Ukrainian tradition of Motanka dolls – sacred family talismans symbolising prosperity, goodness, and hope.

Wine & Paint Night, The Hideout Café, 1pm: A drink with a difference. Get your creative juices flowing while the wine also flows.

Sunday

Ballycotton Lighthouse Run 2025, Ballycotton School, 10:30am: If getting a sweat on is your ideal way to spend a Sunday morning, this exciting road race is organised by Scoil Realt na Mara. Tickets €15.

Speed Dating Cork Ages 30-45, The Old Town Whiskey Bar at Bodega, 3pm: Connect with like-minded people in your age group. Enjoy 8+ face-to-face dates in a lovely ambiance. Tickets €36.

Quiz Night Fundraiser for St Fin Barre’s Cathedral Choir, Crawford & Co, 6pm: Get your thinking caps on and gather your friends and family for a night of friendly competition, all for a great cause. Tickets €20.

Top 5 films at the cinema

1. I’m Still Here: A woman keeps her family going in the face of danger in this Oscar-nominated drama.

2. Saturday Night: Chaotically funny look at the opening night of iconic show Saturday Night Live.

3. The Seed Of The Sacred Fig: A family faces upheaval as Iran undergoes a revolution.

4. Conclave: Ralph Fiennes and Stanly Tucci lead an all-star cast in this riveting political thriller.

5. The Last Showgirl: Pamela Anderson shines in this story of a woman forced to face a big change.

STAYING IN

Television

Saturday

The Brit Awards 2025, ITV1, 8.15pm: Comic Jack Whitehall hosts the music awards ceremony at London’s O2 Arena, with performances by Sabrina Carpenter, Jade, and Myles Smith among others.

Sunday

The Great House Revival, RTÉ1, 9.30pm: Hugh Wallace meets artist Cora Murphy, who has taken on the challenge of restoring a townhouse and shop front on Douglas Street in Cork.

Streaming

1923, Paramount+: The Yellowstone prequel is back for its second series, with Harrison Ford and Helen Mirren reprising their roles as Jacob and Cara, heads of the Dutton ranching family.

Squad 36, Netflix: Crime drama on the streets of Paris. Antoine Cerda is a senior police officer with a prestigious unit - until he upsets his bosses and is reassigned to a lesser squad.

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