View an interactive Map of the Corkmas scene HERE, and see below for tips on transport, parking, shopping and tourism
ROAD CLOSURES
Friday 15th from 18:00 to 19:00
Roads will open when safe to allow access, which could be in advance of advertised time.
Traffic diversions will be put in place to facilitate this road closure, as follows:
Friday 15th from 18:00 to 19:30
Roads will open when safe to allow access, which could be in advance of advertised time.
To facilitate the Parade, the following rolling closures will take place for the duration of the parade passing and will result in traffic delays. The streets affected by rolling closures include:
PARKING RESTRICTIONS
North Main Street, St Patrick’s Street, McCurtain Street.
As with previous years, North Main Street and Paul Street car parks will open early on Sunday mornings in advance of the Christmas period.
Paul Street
Open at 9.00 - Sunday 17th & 24th NOVEMBER
Open at 7.30 - Sunday 1st ,8th ,15th & 22nd December
Early close - 18.30 Christmas Eve
Closed - Closed Christmas Day, Stephen’s Day & New Year’s Day
Early close - 18.30 New Year's Eve
Open 07.30 - 2nd January, 2025.
Normal 11.30 Sunday opening hours resume on 5th January, 2025
Normal Charges Apply
North Main Street
Normal Charges Apply
These Car Parks operated by Cork City Council
17TH DECEMBER FROM 11:00 TO20:30
Extension of opening hours to 22:00 Thursday, Friday and Saturday evening beginning on Thursday 23rd of November up to and including 23rd December 2024.
Early close on Christmas Eve at 18:30
Closed Christmas Day, Stephen’s Day & New Year’s Day
Normal operating hours resume on 2nd Jan, 2025.
Normal Charges Apply
Park & Ride, Kinsale Road
Temporary Park & Ride – County Hall
Park & Ride service provided by Bus Eireann
Spin and Win
Cork City Council, in partnership with Cork Airport and Cork’s Red FM, is delighted to launch this year’s ‘Corkmas- Let the magic unfold 12 Days of Giveaways’ airport campaign. Featuring a roulette wheel, the campaign aims to encourage visitors of Cork to explore the city and support local business this Christmas, while shopping sustainably.
How it works:
Once a day over 12 days, a Red Patroller will handpick an incoming airline passenger at Cork Airport, who will be invited to spin the ‘Corkmas’ roulette wheel in the arrivals hall. Each passenger will be invited to spin the wheel to win an exclusive prize - supplied by local retail and hospitality businesses. RedFM will also be encouraging people to support local as part of the campaign.
The overall ‘Corkmas’ marketing campaign seeks to encourage people to visit local shops, restaurants, hotels, bars, many of the city’s markets and makers, and enjoy cultural activities such as the choice of pantomimes at the Everyman and at Cork Opera House.
It's become an annual spectacle across the city - notable buildings & structures light up in red for the holiday season. See a list of all participating structures here and a selection of images in our photo album below.
All images - Credit: Darragh Kane
Cork City is a compact, bustling, walkable city.
The landscape offers the visitor a chance to wander, explore & enjoy the relaxed pace, the independent cafes, and a wealth of dining options to refuel & relax. Cork’s artisan food and drink options suit every palate and occasion from simple snacks to gourmet feasts.
Take a break while shopping by visiting the Crawford Art Gallery (they have a gift shop and a restaurant too), or stay late to take in a show or a gig (see our events listings). This city contains a thriving menu of cultural, musical and arts options.
Stay a while longer - make a weekend of it! Cork offers visitors a wide range of attractions, activities and experiences from the kayaking under the bridges of the River Lee to stepping back in time at the 17th century Elizabeth Fort. Tour our Street Art with a map & guide on your phone at www.ardu.ie or burn off those mince pies with the locals at a 5k Parkrun on Saturdays.
To find out more about what to see, do and enjoy while you’re in Cork, including accommodation links, visit www.corkcity.ie/en/things-to-do or www.purecork.ie
Video: Cork City Christmas Lights by Cork Civil Defence