Weekend guide: What's happening in Cork this Saturday and Sunday
Darina Allen is among the chefs taking part in a cooking demo as part of Cork On A Fork Fest. Picture: Joleen Cronin
: The musical is wowing Cork crowds. Also running 1pm & 6pm Sunday. The show ends on August 23.
: Julia Donaldson and Axel Scheffler’s beloved stories are brought to life on stage for the first time in an enchanting experience.
: Final performance of the show, blending autobiography, live performance, multimedia, soundscape, and projected video, and transforming dyslexia from obstacle into theatrical language itself.
: Celebrating 25 years of ensemble singing, White Raven has earned international praise for its distinctive a cappella sound.
: Expect to hear all the greatest hits of American country-music legend Brooks, who rose to fame worldwide in the 1990s.
: A benefit night in honour of the drummer with the Grunts and with the Arcadians for over 20 years.
: One of Ireland’s most revered songwriters, MacCarthy has written many of the most beloved songs in modern Irish music.
: Featuring Darina Allen, Aishling Moore, Tiger Balm Club, Ali Honour, Harrison Sharpe, Orla McAndrew, Maedhbh Dalton, Epi Rogan, and more! Part of Cork On A Fork Fest. See https://www.corkcity.ie/en/cork-on-a-fork-fest/what-s-on/
: An immersive, theatrical tour of the 129-year old theatre, part of National Heritage Week 2026. There is also a guided tour of Triskel Arts Centre at 3pm as part of the week.
: Slow down, sip gently and create. This creative gathering will fill your cup with joy and calm through creativity and nature’s medicine.
: A host of events are planned for the town’s annual festival, starting on August 15 and running to August 23. See www.bandonhistory.com
: Free family festival on Saturday and Sunday, featuring live music, maritime sailing and racing. See more on Facebook.
: Hear fascinating and delicious stories from icons of Cork’s local food industry with tastings thrown in. Part of Cork On A Fork Fest. See https://www.corkcity.ie/en/cork-on-a-fork-fest/what-s-on/
