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

Whether you are looking for music, comedy, or maybe a wine and paint night, there's plenty happening in Cork this weekend. Plus, we've got some TV recommendations if you are staying in. 
Going out or staying in? Your guide to what's happening in Cork this weekend

Tribes and Tribulations is at Cork Arts Theatre. 

GOING OUT

Theatre

Saturday

Tribes And Tribulations, Cork Arts Theatre, 8pm: A bold, heartfelt new work that brings queer women’s stories to centre stage - stories of love, laughter, friendship, and the sometimes a messy journey toward self-acceptance. Tickets €15.

Sunday

Aladdin, Cork Opera House, 7pm: Bring family and friends along for a night filled with laughter, enchantment, and unforgettable memories. Whether you’re young or just young at heart, this thrilling magic carpet ride will captivate and entertain audiences of all ages. Tickets €39.50.

Music

Saturday

Arctic Monkeys tribute, Favorite Worst Nightmare, Cyprus Avenue, 7pm: To celebrate the 20th anniversary of Whatever People Say I Am, That’s What I’m Not, the band will be performing the entire debut album from start to finish, from View From The Afternoon and I Bet You Look Good On The Dancefloor to A Certain Romance. Tickets €22.

Guaya, Cyprus Avenue, 11pm: Experience a reggaeton night like no other - great music, dazzling lights, and energy. Tickets €10.62.

Madhouse presents Irish Hardcore Showcase, The Pav, 7.30pm: A night of chaos with heavy hitters Bitter Pill, alongside newcomers Poser, and a warm-up by Cork’s own Bad Dose. Tickets €11.70.

Hot Blooded Animals, Coughlan’s, 10pm: Hot Blooded Animals are one of Coughlans favourite cover bands. A real goodtime classic rock group with years of experience of playing both nationally and internationally. Free.

Other Events

Saturday

New Year Wellness Retreat, Ballymaloe Grainstore, 10am: A nourishing day to pause, slow down, and rest, creating space to reflect on the year that has been and gently reset for the months ahead. A seasonal lunch is included. Tickets €156.

Wine and Paint night, The Hideout Café, 7pm: A two hour event, with wine and a great atmosphere while you produce your own masterpiece. Tickets €44.

Stand-up Comedy Club, The Roundy, 8.30pm: Coco Club’s prime-time comedy show is on every Saturday at the Roundy Bar and Café. Hosted by the dynamic duo of Cornelius Patrick O’Sullivan and Daniel Lukas, this weekend’s show promises engaging and entertaining. Tickets €25.

Sunday

REWILDING: Primal Breathwork, Marina Market, 10am: Transform stress, anxiety and tension through Primal Breathwork powered by silent-disco technology for deep healing and reconnection. Tickets €55.

Our top 5 films at the cinema

1. Hamnet: Devastating and beautiful, this story is a five star must see.

2. Saipan: The infamous showdown between Roy Keane and Mick McCarthy.

3. Marty Supreme: Timothée Chalamet shines as an upstart in this electric underdog tale.

4. Sentimental Value: A Norwegian family drama generating Oscar buzz.

5. Rental Family: Brendan Fraser stars as an out of work actor in Japan who gets an unusual gig.

STAYING IN

Television

Saturday

Gladiators, BBC1, 5.45pm: New series of the fast-paced show, hosted by Bradley and Barney Walsh, with Enniscorthy power lifting champion Cyclone (Lystus Ebosele) among the Gladiators.

Sunday

Room To Improve, RTÉ1, 9.30pm: Dermot Bannon takes on a classic 1970s bungalow in Kells, owned by newlyweds Sarah and Liam - a hard- working couple who know exactly what they want.

Streaming

Agatha Christie’s Seven Dials, Netflix: Three-part series. In 1925, at a lavish English country house party, a practical joke goes horribly wrong.

Star Trek: Starfleet Academy, Paramount+: The 12th series in the show’s extended universe blasts off, set in the 32nd century.

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