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 (June 27 to 29). 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 

Christy Moore plays at Live at the Marquee this weekend. 

GOING OUT

Theatre

Saturday

Katherine Ryan Battleaxe 2025, Cork Opera House, 8pm: The award-winning comedian, writer, presenter, and actress presents her brand-new live show. Tickets €34.

Sunday

Jake Carter & Band with Aimee Twomey, The Briery Gap Theatre, Macroom, 7.30pm: Jake’s Point of You featuring the heart-warming, uplifting singles, Loved Me Like You Do, Milk and Honey and Don’t Forget. Tickets €22.

Music

Saturday

Christy Moore, Live at the Marquee, 6.30pm: Live at the Marquee is back for another summer, as the great musician hits the stage. Tickets €70.

Florist, Coughlans Bar, 7pm: Brooklyn Indie folk band Florist play as part of their Jellywish Album Tour 2025. Tickets €25.

Céilí Mór, Cyprus Avenue, 7pm: A night of craic and dancing in a celebration of traditional Irish music, rhythm, and community spirit. Whether you’re a seasoned dancer or just up for a bit of fun, all are welcome. Tickets €11.

Andy Irvine, The White Horse Ballincollig, 8.30pm: The legendary Irish singer/songwriter makes a long-awaited return to the venue for an evening of song and stories. Tickets €30.

Sunday

Rory Gallagher Tribute, Fred Zeppelins, 8.30pm: If you are headed to Joe Bonamassa Plays Rory Gallagher at the Marquee and fancy a taster, or if you didn’t nab a ticket, Fred Zeppelins has you covered. Tickets €14.

Other Events

Saturday

Celts By The Sea 2025, Ballycotton, 2.30pm: A sponsored walk on Ballycotton Cliffs, followed by an evening of entertainment at Sea Church, featuring Celt legend, Chris Sutton. Tickets €7-40.

5 Nations Roller Derby Tournament, MTU Arena, 6pm: Tickets €12.

The Quiet Club With guest performer Sophie Hutchinson, Sirius Arts Centre Cobh, 8pm: The Quiet Club - Cork-based artists Danny McCarthy and Mick O’Shea - perform a mix of experimental music with improvised instruments Tickets €12.50.

Sunday

The Cork City 48-Hour Film Challenge 2025, The Pav, 5pm: Over 48 hours, teams of film-makers write, shoot and edit a five-minute film! The work is judged by a panel of experts and screened at The Pavilion. Tickets €5.

Dara Ó Briain, Live at the Marquee, 8pm: The funnyman returns with Re:Creation. Tickets €45.

Our top 5 films at the cinema

1. FI: All action, all adrenaline, this Formula One film is a joyride.

2. 28 Years Later: Danny Boyle’s zombies are back in this nerve-wracking outing.

3. Mission: Impossible - The Final Reckoning: Tom Cruise back for a last exhilarating adventure.

4. How To Train Your Dragon: Live action remake is the perfect summer flick for families.

5. Jane Austen Wrecked My Life: Gorgeous romantic comedy about a woman who wants an old-fashioned romance.

STAYING IN

Television

Saturday

Glastonbury 2025 Live, BBC2, 5pm: The Belfast rap band Kneecap are on stage today - but will the BBC broadcast the controversial act?

Sunday

From That Small Island, RTÉ1, 6.30pm: Final episode of the four-part series looks at the impact of the Irish globally as it poses the question ‘What does it mean to be Irish’?

Streaming

Squid Game, Netflix: The third and final season of the South Korean thriller, as Gi-hun leads a rebellion against the game’s architects.

Ironheart, Disney+: Latest installment of the Marvel Cinematic Universe, as Dominique Thorne reprises her role as Riri Williams/Ironheart from the movie Black Panther: Wakanda Forever.

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