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Saturday, 15th August '26

Cork on a Fork Festival Zone

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10.00am-5.00pm, Sat 15th Aug & Sun 16th Aug, South Main Street and Grand Parade

Experience Cork’s incredible food scene in our Festival Zone, centred around South Main Street, Grand Parade, the Musgrave Family Fun Zone in Bishop Lucey Park, and Triskel.

FREE | All welcome.

Cork on a Fork Markets & Open Street Event

Market site at The Counting House

10.00am-5.00pm, Sat 15 & Sun 16th Aug, South Main Street and Surrounds

South Main Street will be pedestrianised for an Open Streets event, creating a relaxed, traffic-free space for the Festival Market, which will extend onto Tuckey Street and Grand Parade. Enjoy delicious Cork food, Cork craft stalls, live music, and street theatre throughout the day. Meet the animals at the pop-up Rumleys Farm and enjoy free family-friendly activities including giant games and face painting. A day of food, entertainment, community, and family fun in the heart of the city, supported by Open Streets, a net-zero city pilot project.

FREE | All welcome.

Consume Cork Cooking Demos Marquee

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10.30am-6.30pm, Sat 15th & Sun 16th Aug, Cooking Demo Marquee outside Cork City Library, Grand Parade.

Our Festival Cooking Demo Stage on the Grand Parade will host of demos and tastings all day, celebrating the best Cork chefs and producers. MC'd by food writers Kate Ryan and Joe McNamee., these are free to attend thanks to support from Cork City Council, Fáilte Ireland, Ireland's Ancient East, the Wild Atlantic Way, and SuperValu.

  • 10.30am: Cooking with Amaranth: Learn how to cook with amaranth, a Mexican superfood locally grown in Cork's international garden, with Mexican plant scientist Mabel Hernánde.

  • 11:30am: Tiger Balm Club - All Killer, No Filler! Get up close and personal with Cork’s latest supper club collective, Tiger Balm Club, exploring the flavours of Vietnam and Thailand with founders Mark Ahern and Bryan “Sunshine Primo” Rudd for a high energy cookery demo that's gonna be "All Killer, No Filler"!

  • 12:30pm: Beans to Get The Pulse Racing: Join Cork's very own “Bean Queen”, Ali Honour, as she demonstrates why we should all bang in some beans with our daily meals! Ali will cook recipes from her debut cookbook, Beans, using beans, peas and lentils for climate conscious eating that’s all about delicious, sustainable nutrition.

  • 1.30pm: TBC

  • 2.30pm: TBC
  • 3:30pm: Discover The Magic of Soda Bread - Made in Minutes with Darina Allen: Join Darina Allen of Ballymaloe Cookery School as she prepares and bakes in minutes traditional Irish soda breads, as well as comforting twists on this Irish classic!
  • 4:30pm: Rescue The Plate with Food Cloud: In partnership with FoodCloud, we turn Food “Waste” into Food “Ace” with our two Cork chefs, Kate Lawlor-Lyne of K O'Connell Fishmonger and Eoghan O'Flynn, of The Metropole Hotel. Ready, Steady, Cook-style, our chefs will be tasked with making delicious dishes using a surprise bag of would-be food waste rescued from some of our festival restaurants with a winner chosen by a surprise Guest of Honour!
  • 5.30pm: Cork on a Stick:Mad cap mayhem as three Cork chefs cook off against each other to produce the best pintxos-style taste of Cork on a Stick. Watch Orla McAndrew of OM Catering, Epi Rogan of Fiain Wild Flowers, & Meadhbh Halton of Meb's Veg battle it out for the most coveted title of the year! This time, it's an all-female line up!

FREE | All welcome. Limited seating.

Farmers Market & BBQ at Glenbrook Farm

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10.00am-5.00pm, Sat 15th Aug, Glenbrook Farm

Experience the best of local food and farming at a pop-up Farmers Market in the barn at Glenbrook Farm. Browse and buy fresh meat and seasonal vegetables, grown and produced on the farm, along with other produce from a selection of local makers and producers. There will be BBQ food available all day to purchase and kids might even get a peek at the pigs, piglets, and chickens up close.

FREE Pay on consumption | All welcome | No booking required.

Cork on a Fork Fab Food Trail

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10.30am-2.00pm, Sat 15th Aug, City Centre various

Walk and taste your way around Cork city with a specially designed Cork on a Fork Food Trail visiting the very best places using the very best Iocal produce. An experienced guide will share their love of good food and Cork city, and stories of the history and culture of Cork as you stroll the city streets. Vegetarian friendly. Brought to you by Fab Food Trails.

€85 | Fab Food Trails Bookings.

SuperValu Family Zone

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11.00am-5.00pm, Sat 15th & Sun 16th Aug, Bishop Lucey Park

Enjoy child-friendly bite-size food demos and hands-on workshops, meet some of Cork's small food producers and learn all about Cork food. Pet the animals from Rumleys Farm, dive into giant games and playful activities with Let’s Play Cork, enjoy free facepainting, and sample tasty treats from Glenilen. Little creatives can get stuck into arts and crafts, plant their own seeds to take home, and refuel at the free water station.

Little Foodies Tipi

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Calling all mini makers and junior chefs.

  • 11.00am: Storytelling with Cork City Library. The team at the Children and Young People’s Library invite you to dig into a delicious world of stories, all inspired by food! Young listeners can enjoy stories packed with flavours, fun, and imagination.
  • 11.45am: Sausage making with O'Flynn Sausages. See how sausages are prepared, learn about the ingredients that go into them, and enjoy a fun demonstration from the experts.
  • 12.30pm: Make seed bombs with Niamh Cawley, Community Gardener in the Glen. Get hands-on creating seed bombs to take home, while learning how simple planting projects can help brighten local spaces and support biodiversity.
  • 1.15pm: Learn why bees matter and meet the bees with Hanna’s Bees. Find out how bees help pollinate the plants we rely on, hear fascinating facts about hive life, and get a closer look at these amazing insects with an experienced beekeeper.
  • 2.00pm, 2.45pm, 3.30pm, 4.15pm:The Cool Food School Demos, where healthy eating meets fun and creativity! Children can participate in cooking workshops where they’ll have the chance to chop, mix, and taste their way to creating delicious and wholesome snacks.

Small Producers Pagoda with LEO Cork City

Small Producers Pagoda with LEO Cork City Two men holding cheese produce

Meet local Cork food producers and enjoy tastings while discovering the stories behind small-scale food businesses.

Let’s Play Cork and Free Facepainting

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Have lots of fun playing outdoor games with the Let’s Play Cork play leaders and enjoy free facepainting all day.

FREE | All welcome but limited capacity | No booking required | Parental supervision necessary.

Library Feeding Time at the Wormery

The garden at Hollyhill Library

11.00am, Sat 15th Aug, Hollyhill Library

The Hollyhill Library worms are hungry! Can you guess what their favourite foods are? Come along and meet our wiggly friends, discover what they love to munch on, and learn how they help the Hollyhill Library garden grow and thrive. Suitable for children aged 5+.

FREE | No booking required.

Cafés of the World

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11.00am-2.00pm, Sat 15th Aug, Emmaus Café

A chef-led multicultural coffee gathering celebrating the migrant and multicultural communities connected to Emmaus Café and Cork city. Emmaus chefs will collaborate with community members from Brazil, Venezuela, Greece and other cultures to reimagine family recipes into a curated selection of sweet and savoury café bites, served alongside tea and coffee. Guests will share stories, introduced under the patronage of Bishop Fintan Gavin.

€28 | Booking opening soon.

Pizza Party at Il Padrino

11.00am, Sat 15th Aug, Il Padrino

Kids will have lots of fun at this hands on pizza making demonstration at Il Padrino, serving the families of Cork for 24 years. Your little masterchefs will have the opportunity to roll their own fresh dough and put on toppings before enjoying their own creation. The price includes the pizza, a drink and ice-cream.

€10. Pizza Party Booking Eventbrite.

Stories & Sips - Drinks Stage with Tastings

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12.00pm-4.00pm, Sat 15th & Sun 16th Aug, Seventy-Seven, Grand Parade.

Hosted by Caroline Hennessy (Bibliocook.com), the Drinks Stage will satisfy those with a thirst for knowledge and an interest in sampling delicious locally-made drinks from independent producers. Sponsored by Beamish and Murphys.

  • 12.00pm: Cork's funky fermentation, from east to west. Discover the craft behind East Cork-based BKultured's refreshing water kefir and West Cork's Kombeara's hard kombucha as we explore and taste the art and the science behind these distinctive drinks.
  • 1.00pm; Natty by nature: natural wine explained. Join Colm McCann of Le Caveau and Beverley Matthews of L'Attitude 51 to talk, taste and understand what natty winemaking is and what this means for the consumer.
  • 2.00pm: Beer vs Cider: Cork craft drinks producers go head to head for a lively talk and tasting with Daniel Emerson of Stonewell Cider in the apple corner and Darren Murphy from Blacks of Kinsale showcasing the grain.
  • 3.00pm; How beer made Cork:from Beamish to Murphy's and beyond, the rich brewing heritage of Cork and how it has defined the city with Colin Rynn from UCC’s Archeology Department and Seán Dunne of Grist for the Mill on Substack.

FREE |Register for Stories & Sips Eventbrite| Over 18s only.

A Hysterical Children’s Food Trail

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12.00pm-2.00pm, Sat 15th Aug, Cork City Centre

Join Angela from Hysterical Histories for a fun and fascinating children’s food trail through Cork City Centre. Children can sample bite-size child-friendly local food as they wander through the city. They will also hear fun and interesting facts about food and history in Cork. This year’s new route will include Amicus, Urban Pantry, the English Market, and Tory Top Chocolates. Children must be accompanied by a parent or guardian, who can also book tastings if they wish.

€18 | Children’s Food Trail Bookings Eventbrite.

Gather Together - Foraging Walk

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11.00pm-12.30pm, Sat 15th Aug, Fitzgerald Park

A unique morning that blends nature, nourishment, and community. A gentle walk through Fitzgerald’s Park led by fermenter, forager and gardener Chloe Dempsey @fermentforagegrow, who will guide guests in identifying edible and medicinal plants. Snacks provided.

€25 |Foraging Walk Bookings Eventbrite.

Rebel City Distillery Spirit School: Craft Custom Gin

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11.30pm-1.30pm, Sat 15th Aug, Rebel City Distillery

Join Master Distiller Robert for an immersive two-hour gin-making session at Rebel City's unique working distillery, housed in a restored 1920s electrical transformer building. Learn about the history of distillation, the art of balancing botanicals, and the precision behind crafting quality spirits. Under Robert’s expert guidance, you’ll blend your own bespoke gin to match your personal taste—and take home a 500ml bottle of your creation.

€80 | Spirit School Ticketing | Over 18s

Tutored Beer Tasting & Micro-Brewery Visit

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12.00pm-12.45pm, Sat 15th Aug, Elbow Lane

Step inside the smallest brewery in Ireland, Elbow Lane Brew & Smokehouse on Oliver Plunkett Street, and discover its limited-edition range of award-winning beers. During this informal, informative and fun tasting, you will try each of their beers and hear about the brewery and beer in general. Includes a unique Elbow Lane 100% recycled Organic Cotton T-Shirt, 4 tasting beers and pinchos.

€60 | Tutored Beer Tasting Bookings Elbow Lane | Over 18s

English Market Taste Trail

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12.00pm-3.00pm, Sat 15th Aug, The English Market

Experience the authentic flavours of the English Market on this Small Plate Taste Trail, available exclusively during Cork on a Fork. Sample delicious small plates from some of the market’s favourite traders, including On The Hoof, Macki Sushi, O’Flynn's Sausages, Uncles, and Kay’s Kitchen. Each stop showcases the best of Cork, with every dish made using ingredients sourced directly from the market.

€42 |English Market Taste Trail Bookings Eventbrite.

Bring your Heirloom or Handwritten Recipe Book: RELISH Recipe Book Club

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12.00pm–2.00pm, Sat 15th Aug, University College Cork

Join food historian and EU Horizon researcher Regina Sexton for a special interactive gathering at University College Cork. Bring your treasured family recipe books, handwritten notes and well-worn kitchen favourites. Explore the stories behind these recipes—what they reveal about Cork’s food traditions, changing tastes and culinary heritage—as part of the European RELISH research project. Perfect for anyone curious about food history, family traditions and the rich legacy of recipes passed down through generations.

FREE |RELISH Recipe Book Club Bookings

Exhibition Launch on the Market Gardens of Cork: Heritage and Biodiversity Project

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12.00pm, Sat 15th Aug, Cork City Library

Join Cork City Libraries for the launch of Market Gardens of Cork, a fascinating exhibition celebrating the rich history of market gardening in Cork and the communities who shaped it. The exhibition traces how generations of growers supplied the city with fresh produce, sharing their stories, traditions, and lasting influence on Cork’s local food culture. It also explores present-day practices, highlighting what has changed and what has endured.

FREE | No booking required

Sophie's Aperitivo Club

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12.30pm–3.00pm, Sat 15th Aug, Sophie’s at The Dean

A rooftop brunch experience celebrating Cork’s food and drink scene, from locally sourced plates to Blacks Brewery cocktails. Soak up skyline views, great music, and a fun atmosphere.

€35 | Sophies Aperitivo Club Bookings Eventbrite | Over 18s

Family Cupcake Workshop

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2.00pm–3.00pm, Sat 15th Aug, Urban Pantry at the Fifth Quarter

Join Sophie from Sophisticake for a fun, hands-on cake decorating workshop at Urban Pantry, a new café and events space at the Fifth Quarter (Paul St). Perfect for kids and adults to enjoy together, this experience is all about getting creative and making sweet memories. Each ticket includes entry for one parent and one child, a box of four cupcakes to decorate, all materials provided, plus coffee, hot chocolate, and tasty treats.

€40 (for 1 adult & 1 child) |Family Cupcake Workshop Bookings Eventbrite

The Cathedral 7th Century Picnic Experience

The view from the front of St Fin Barre's Cathedral underneath blue skies
12.00pm–4.00pm, Sat 15th Aug, St. Fin Barre's Cathedral

Enjoy a relaxed afternoon in the historic grounds of St Fin Barre’s Cathedral, where Cork was founded in the 7th century, with this unique picnic experience. Pick up your picnic for two from Proby’s Kitchen, located just across the road, inspired by local produce found in this century. Don’t forget to bring your own picnic blanket. A live concert will also take place inside the cathedral from 2.00pm–3.00pm (entry by 1.55pm) as part of Heritage Open Day.

€45 for two | Cathedral Picnic Bookings 

Brewery Tour, Pizza and Pint @ Rising Sons

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12.00pm, Sat 15th Aug, Rising Sons Brewery

Discover the brewing process at Rising Sons, explore the custom-built brewery, and enjoy a guided tasting of two to three beers with their expert team. Learn about Ireland’s brewing heritage, the science behind the brew, and how to identify different styles, plus, ask anything during a fun Q&A. Afterwards enjoy a pizza and pint in their pub.

€28 | Email Rising Sons  and reference Cork on a Fork | Over 18s.

One Garden Many Kitchens: Recipes from the Gardens

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12.00pm–2.00pm, Sat 15th Aug, Togher Community Garden, Clashduv Park

Togher Community Garden will launch their second recipe book, a compilation of recipes from their garden volunteers from their home countries. Come along, pick up the book and sample exciting food from around the world. A feast of flavours from one garden with many kitchens!

FREE | All welcome | No booking required

English Market Cooking Demo with Cork Chef Orla McAndrew

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2.00pm–3.00pm, Sat 15th Aug, Outside the English Market on Grand Parade

Cork Chef Orla McAndrew will indulge visitors to the English Market with a cookery demonstration and sampling outside the building on Grand Parade. Committed to sustainability and a zero-waste ethos, Orla will be using a range of fresh, local ingredients from the English Market stalls to create seasonal tasting and sharing plates perfect for summer gatherings.


FREE | No booking required

North X South Wine Tasting

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1.00pm & 3.00pm, Sat 15th Aug, MacCurtain Wine Cellar & L'Atitude 51

In the VQ area, north of the Lee, MacCurtain Wine Cellar will be pouring wines from three northern regions, while over on the south channel, L’Atitude 51 will be serving wines from three southern regions. Enjoy a flight of three wines in each venue accompanied by delicious light bites. When you finish in one venue, make your way across the bridge for your second flight of wines. That’s six wines in total with snacks and a welcome stroll in between.

€50 | Email info@latitude51.ie stating your preferred time slot | Over 18s.

Behind the Scenes at Blarney Brewing

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1.00pm-1.45pm & 2.00pm-2.45pm, Sat 15th Aug, Blarney Brewing, Commons Road

Go behind the scenes at Blarney Brewing and discover how great beer and circular food systems go hand in hand. Their brewers will explain how Blarney Brewing beers are made, from grain to glass, and how brewery by-products are reused locally as part of their future sustainability objectives. Perfect for beer lovers, and anyone curious about how local brewing fits into Cork’s food ecosystem.

FREE Behind the Scenes at Blarney Brewing Booking| Over 18s

International Tea Ceremony - Booked Out

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2.00pm–4.00pm, Sat 15th Aug, Tea Room & Lecture Theatre, Cork School of Architecture, Nano Nagle Place

This special event invites you to explore global tea traditions through taste, story and conversation. Sample a range of teas from around the world and enjoy a small selection of traditional bites, while learning about the cultural significance and rituals that make each tea experience unique. Guests will also hear Izz Alkarajeh telling Palestinian tea stories, Khalid Blue sharing Ethiopian coffee stories, Saham presenting Moroccan tea stories, and Mosel with Brazilian coffee stories.

FREE | International Tea Ceremony Bookings Eventbrite

Rebel City Distillery Tour

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2.00pm-3.15pm, Sat 15th Aug, Rebel City Distillery

Go behind the scenes at Cork’s first new distillery in over 50 years and experience the story, passion and craft behind this family-run distillery. Led by co-founder Bhagya Barrett, this intimate tour offers a personal insight into the unique distillation process in the very place the spirits are made. The experience includes a guided tasting of the handcrafted range, featuring Maharani Gin, Rebel City Absinthe and Maharani Vodka.

€28 |Rebel City Distillery Tour Ticketing|Over 18s

Farm to Fork Cookup and Guided Tour

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2.00pm–4.00pm, Sat 15th Aug, Murphys Farm Community Garden (behind Bishoptown Tennis Club), T12VY10

All are welcome to Murphy's Farm’s Farm to Fork Cook-Up, featuring fresh vegetables straight from their garden. Guest Chef JJ from MTU will be cooking up a delicious stir-fry and vegetarian burgers on-site. Plus, enjoy a guided tour of their beautiful vegetable and flower gardens.

FREE. No booking required

Afternoon Brunch with local Cork produce & The Gusbourne Estate

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2.00pm–4.00pm, Sat 15th Aug, The Montenotte

Enjoy an elegant summer afternoon brunch in The Courtyard at The Glasshouse. Begin with a refreshing Montenotte Gin & Tonic, followed by a Cork cheese and charcuterie board paired with sparkling Rosé from The Gusbourne Estate in Kent. Afterwards, unwind in The Glasshouse cocktail bar or stroll through the Victorian Sunken Gardens.

€95 | Afternoon Brunch with On The Pigs Back - Eventbrite| Over 18s.

Cork Historic Doughnut Tour

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2.30pm–4.30pm, Sat 15th Aug, Meet at 25 Parnell Place, Cork City Centre (T12 VH29)

Explore Cork on a family-friendly walking tour combining tasty doughnut stops with local history and culture. Discover the city through its sweetest treats while getting insider tips on where to eat, drink, and visit.

€50 (adults) / €42 (kids) with “Cork Fork” 10% discount | Historic Doughnut Tour Bookings.

Cork Culinary Tour

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2.30pm–5.00pm, Sat 15th Aug, Cork City Centre

Enjoy a true Cork experience on the Cork Culinary Tour with storytelling, Irish culture, food and drink. Wander through the famous English Market, in operation since the 18th century, and explore the very best the city has to offer. Includes tastings of local award-winning cheese, mouthwatering seafood fresh from the Atlantic, handmade Irish bread, gourmet country sausages, and more. The tour finishes in a relaxed gastro pub where guests can enjoy a sharing platter and a creamy pint or local beverage of choice.

Adults €110 | Youth (12–17) €80 | Child €35 |Cork Culinary Tour Bookings Bonner Travel

Rebel City Distillery X Fitzgerald's Bar Masterclass

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2.00pm–5.00pm, Sat 15th Aug, Fitzgerald's Bar at The Imperial

An exclusive afternoon of cocktails, craft, and creativity with Rebel City Distillery. Enjoy a welcome cocktail on arrival, get behind-the-scenes insights and a tasting experience, then take part in a hands-on cocktail masterclass where you’ll make (and enjoy) two signature drinks. Light bites made with local ingredients are included throughout.

€55 | Rebel City X Fitzgeralds Masterclass Bookings Eventbrite | Over 18s

Whiskey and Chocolate Pairing

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2.00pm–3.30pm, Sat 15th Aug, Shelbourne Bar Cork

Sample luxury whiskeys paired with delicious chocolates at the Shelbourne Bar in collaboration with Chocolate Shop. A relaxed tasting experience designed for anyone who enjoys a good sip and a sweet bite.

€30 | Whiskey & Chocolate Pairing Bookings Eventbrite|Over 18s.

Historic Pub Trail

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3.00pm–6.30pm, Sat 15th Aug, Cork City Centre

Step into the heart of Cork’s legendary pub culture on this relaxed and flavour-filled historic pub trail, a curated journey through some of the city’s most iconic and character-rich drinking spots. Enjoy stories, drinks, some food tasters and warm hospitality, while visiting The Long Valley, Mutton Lane, O’Sho, Fordes, The Castle Inn and Callanans. Note: allergens apply. More than a pub crawl, this is a storytelling experience of Cork’s food, drink, and character, where every stop has a tale.

€69.50 | Historic Pub Trail Bookings Eventbrite. | Over 18s

Cork Cultural Show & Pour Your Own Pint Experience

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4.00pm–5.30pm or 6.00pm-7.30pm, Sat 15th Aug, JJ Walsh’s

Experience the best of Cork pub culture in this fun, interactive session at JJ Walsh’s. Join the cast of the Cork Cultural Show for a lively celebration of music, dance, and craic. Learn the art of pouring your own perfect pint of Murphy’s or Beamish, take part in an interactive Irish dance workshop, and enjoy live traditional performances in one of Cork’s most iconic venues. A relaxed, family-friendly celebration of authentic Cork culture. Juice included for children.


€25 for adults, €10 for kids | Cork Cultural Show Bookings Eventbrite.

Getting Saucy: Pizza & Punchlines

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5.00pm–7.30pm, Sat 15th Aug, Venue TBC

 An event where bold SAGE pizza dips, Oak Fire Pizza, beers from Blarney Brewing, and some of Cork’s sharpest comedic voices come together. Taking to the mic are two of Cork’s finest, Laura O'Mahony and Donal McSweeney, with more acts to be announced. Includes a 12" Oak Fire Pizza, selection of SAGE pizza dips, and a pint from Blarney Brewing Co.

€40 | Getting Saucy Bookings Eventbrite | Over 18s

Sailing, Shucking and Shanties

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5.30pm, Sat 15th Aug, Pick up at Custom House Quay

Enjoy a cruise with Cork Harbour Cruises on a 2.5-hour round-trip journey from Custom House Quay to the lower harbour. Take in stunning sights including Cobh, Spike Island, Haulbowline and Blackrock Castle. Oysters will be freshly shucked for tasting by K O Connell Fish Stall from the English Market, while Sea Shanties by Cobh Molgoggers provide lively onboard entertainment. All of this while enjoying a guided tour of the harbour’s remarkable history and landmarks.

€50 | Sailing Shucking and Shanties Bookings Cork Harbour Tours

Pig Pints & Proper Stories at Blarney Brewing

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5.30pm–7.30pm, Sat 15th Aug, Blarney Brewing

An evening celebration of Cork food, drink and storytelling traditions at Blarney Brewing, just outside the city. Enjoy a curated tour of the brewery led by Head Brewer Ronan Russell, before gathering for a relaxed BBQ from Glenbrook Farm, where Blarney Brewing’s spent grain is used to help feed the pigs - circular food production in action. The BBQ will include seasonal salads and a range of Blarney Brewing beers, with alcoholic and non-alcoholic options available. As the food is shared, hear live storytelling on the history of beer in Cork with a panel of speakers.

€65 | Pigs Pints & Proper Stories at Blarney Brewing Booking | Over 18s.

Gin & Cheese Tasting

6.30pm, Sat 15th Aug, Rebel City Distillery

Indulge in a flavour-led Maharani Gin & Cheese Tasting at Rebel City Distillery. Enjoy a guided tasting of Maharani Gin paired with high-quality local artisan cheeses, Spanish gildas, and nibbles in a relaxed, social experience designed to delight your senses.

€35 | Gin & Cheese Tasting Booking| Over 18s

Tiger Balm Club

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7.00pm, Sat 15th Aug, Bakestone, Perry Street

Tiger Balm Club is taking over Bakestone for one night only. Together, Mark Ahern & Sunshine Primo, present an All Killer, No Filler, set menu of Northern Thai and Vietnamese plates from their time spent living abroad. Spicy. Salty. Sour. Sweet. Pure Indulgence celebrating big bold flavours, shared plates and the best local produce. Vibrant street food snacks, communal shared mains, serious craic and a variety of tasty drinks on offer from some of their favourite suppliers. Big Energy. Bigger Flavour. Includes a Maharini Gin drinks reception.

€70 | Tiger Balm Club Bookings People’s Republic of Cork | Over 18s.

Hysterical Histories – exclusive “Taste of Cork” Dinner Theatre Experience

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7.00pm, Sat 15th Aug, Amicus Restaurant, Paul Street

A festival-exclusive featuring a 3-course “Taste of Cork” menu inspired by childhood memories of Cork City, paired with laugh-out-loud dinner theatre charting 1,500 years of local history. Enjoy live music throughout the night and a glass of Razza on arrival. Expect big laughs, great food, and a memorable night of storytelling and performance.

Adults €50 | Youth (3–12) €27 | Under 2s free (with code FORKFEST26) | Hysterical Histories Bookings.

*Please note booking fees may apply on some events