Going out or staying in? Your weekend guide to what's happening in Cork
Al’s back with his unique brand of comedy meets his most relatable stories ever.. Picture: Eddie O'Hare
, Cork Opera House, 5pm and 8.30pm: Richard O’Brien’s legendary rock’n’roll musical, featuring much-loved TV star Jennifer Zamparelli as the narrator. Tickets €26.
, Cork Arts Theatre, 8pm: From the familiar faces behind the Improv Panto and The Improv Murder Mystery, the gang return with a brand-new show. Tickets €18.
, Cork Opera House, 8pm: Following up his sold-out tour in 2023/24, Al’s back with his unique brand of comedy meets his most relatable stories ever. Cork’s Sinéad Quinlan is special guest on the night. Tickets €25.
, The Everyman, 4pm: In April, the Young Playwrights Programme brought together aspiring young writers to hone their script writing skills. The result is a brand-new written by Irish theatre’s next generation, performed by an ensemble of professional actors. Ticketed but free.
, Maureen’s, 3pm: Aidan’s music blends influences from soul, blues, and Irish folk, with intimate and poignant lyrics. Tickets €17.
, Sirius Arts Centre, Cobh, 8pm: Cork-based musicians combine folk, pop and blues styles. Tickets € 17.
, St Barrahane’s Church, Castletownshend, 3pm: Jerry Creedon, Redmond O’Toole, David Keating and Aengus Kirakowski perform a variety of styles. Tickets €22.42.
, Wavelength, 6pm: Ultimate fusion of Afrobeat, RnB, and Amapiano vibes to the heart of the city. Tickets €22.
, Cyprus Avenue, 7pm: Originally formed in Scotland in 1981 by Bruce Watson and the late Stuart Adamson. Tickets €33.
, St Colman’s Pitches, Fermoy, 9am: Fun-filled event that challenges your physical and mental strength. Tickets €33.
, The Pav, 6pm: Rebel County Wrestling bring homegrown Irish talent and professional wrestlers. Tickets €25.
, The Pav, 11pm: Dublin’s No.1 house night brings Ibiza vibes to Cork from resident DJs Jamie Ennis & Tomo Gaffney. Tickets €11.
, O’Sho, Barrack St, Cork, 12pm: Unleash your creativity under the guidance of Nano Glotech Ceramics. Tickets €43.87.
, Triskel Arts Theatre, 2pm: Discover the soulful art of blues dance in Cork. Tickets €20.
, Marina Park, 2pm: Meet at the red barn in Marina Park for a chill summer afternoon of Sport agus Spraoi. Free.
BBC2, 9.10pm: A selection of the Belfast singer-songwriter’s performances on Jools Holland’s shows.
