4 February 2025 By Tom Collins tom@TheCork.ie When: Feb 27th – March 2nd 2025 Where: Various Venues, Cork Ortús Chamber Music Festival will celebrate the phenomenal 10th anniversary of the festival with concerts and events from February 27th to March 2nd 2025 in Blackrock Castle, Dripsey Castle Estate, Sirius Arts Centre Cobh and in a variety of... Read More
3 February 2025 By Mary Bermingham mary@TheCork.ie Five extraordinary runners will lead the way, sharing their personal journeys of triumphs, challenges, and preparation for the 2025 Cork City Marathon. The Cork City Marathon has joined forces with the influential athletics podcast and blog, The Runners Diary, to launch the Marathon Leaders Program for 2025. This... Read More
3 February 2025 By Tom Collins tom@TheCork.ie Australian entertainment icon Jason Donovan is coming to Ireland for his “Doin’ Fine 25” tour. This tour will take fans on a journey through 35 years of hits on stage and screen accompanied by his live band. The Doin’ Fine 25 Tour begin in February 2025 and include... Read More
3 February 2025 By Roger Kennedy roger@TheCork.ie After spending last year in the First Division, Cork City is once again playing in the Premier League of Ireland. The Cork-based team was dominant in the second tier of Irish football, finishing the year with 78 points from 36 games, leaving UC Dublin trailing them by 22... Read More
2 February 2025 By Tom Collins tom@TheCork.ie Get ready to toast the ultimate celebration of Irish whiskey and spirits! The third annual Cork Whiskey Fest returns from 21st to 23rd March 2025, taking over bars and venues across MacCurtain Street, Cork City. The festival was officially launched recently at The Shelbourne Bar with key sponsors Irish Distillers... Read More
1 February 2025 By Tom Collins tom@TheCork.ie Record-breaking fish hooked by Irish anglers in 2024 feature in new report Two giant fish specimens feature in a newly-published book displaying some of the largest fish caught in Ireland in 2024. New records include a 4.37kg Gilthead bream caught by a Co. Cork angler, and a 38cm-long... Read More
31 January 2025 By Tom Collins tom@TheCork.ie As the 2025 Cork City Marathon approaches, organisers are reminding participants that this is more than just a race—it’s a journey of personal growth, determination, and community spirit. If you’ve signed up for the event on Sunday, June 1, 2025, or are considering taking part, the Cork City... Read More
30 January 2025 By Mary Bermingham mary@TheCork.ie The 5-star Castlemartyr Resort, a luxury oasis of calm nestled in the woodlands of Cork, invites guests to celebrate romance this February with thoughtfully curated love-filled packages. Offering an unforgettable experience combining tranquillity, indulgence, and elegance, the luxurious hotel is the perfect destination for a special retreat. Hearts... Read More
29 January 2025 By Elaine Murphy elaine@TheCork.ie Mahon Point Shopping Centre is technically in ‘Cork City’ but has the advantage of free parking, as all of Cork’s shopping centres do. Did you know Mahon Point SC is now 20 years in business? Mahon Point Shopping Centre is proud to mark 20 years with a month-long... Read More
29 January 2025 By David Lynch david@TheCork.ie The annual CBC PPU Dinner took place on Saturday, Jan 25th in the Clayton Hotel. Tickets of €75 were be available online this year at https://buy.stripe.com/3cs4gBgOH6HCdI4289 Photos from 2025 annual dinner About The Christians Brothers College Cork Past Pupils Union, was founded in 1931. The inaugural meeting was... Read More
28 January 2025 By Roger Kennedy roger@TheCork.ie Entertainment / Opinion An examination of the critical uncertainties that remain over Ireland’s gambling law, including the potential for industry resistance and the structure of the regulatory body. Dáil Éireann made a historic move on October 16 by enacting a landmark gambling law, marking Ireland’s first regulation reform... Read More
27 January 2025 By Roger Kennedy roger@TheCork.ie Entertainment Ireland could take a few pages from Australia’s political playbook. The two countries share a lot – historic commonwealth ties, cultural exchanges, and even a shared love of rugby – but when it comes to politics, Australia seems to have figured out a few things Ireland hasn’t.... Read More