Cork 2026 Calendar of Events
Cork, Ireland
Things to do over the New Year's Day long weekend in Cork (Updated 2026)
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lwrist, Sep 2026
Great overall experience and learning opportunity
We had a fabulous time. The tour is beautifully laid out, and our guide was friendly, clear, and engaging. We enjoyed learning how the whiskey is made and tasting some exceptional, higher-end whiskeys.We added the luxury tasting afterward, which gave us a more private experience and a chance to explore a bit more. We enjoyed it, though I think the upgraded tour and tasting would be plenty on its own. Everything was lovely.
LifeNesters, Sep 2026
Great morning!
Great experience with our guide Esther. We had a lovely time on the VIP Underground Donut Tour. It was super informative and fun. We saw and learned so much more about Cork than we would have if we explored on our own.
616benjamino, Sep 2026
An exceptional tour and tasting experience!
The experience is first class and a must if visiting Ireland. The history is amazing as is the fact that Midleton Distillery has maintained all of the historic buildings and tour. The tour guide knew his history and communicated it clearly. I thoroughly enjoyed the tasting associated with the tour. I then stayed around at the Midleton Bar and sampled some of the rare releases I've read about. I was blown away and must say that they were worth the cost of the pour. I would go back again the next time I visit Ireland.

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Explore the Making & Tasting of MeadsonjasU2851MF, Sep 2026
A very positive experience.
My husband and myself took my Mum as a birthday treat. We all loved the experience. We were met by a lovely lady (sorry, did not get her name) who was very friendly and welcoming. I think the man who gave the presentation was called Kevin. He was a wonderful speaker, witty and knowledgeable. They were able to answer intelligently any questions they were asked by us visitors. A great couple of hours and well worth it. I would recommend it to anyone of any age.
F2594SLphilipg, Sep 2026
Exceptional
Our tour guide Mary was exceptional. She was very knowledgeable about the area’s history, personable, and absolute pleasure to have as a tour guide who also took her time to recommend specific requests we had for shopping, music, and dining.

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Hysterical Histories Cork Dinner Theatre ShowJ_L, Sep 2026
Great show and good food
It's a 3 person show. The actors are hilarious! They also do double duty as the wait staff (bring the food and bus the tables), but you have to get your own drinks at the bar. We had a great time and learned a lot about Cork, of course!

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Hop On/Hop Off Cork City Sightseeing TourA7800JEdenises, Sep 2026
Great trip
Very informative. Our guide, Lath, was vey helpful and witty. We loved being able to get on and off at different stops.

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Electric Bike Tour of Kinsale with Expert Local GuideH2929EQvictoriad, Sep 2026
Great way to see spectacular views
It was a beautiful ride . The knowledge of history was both interesting and entertaining. Stops along the way . The group was never separated.
First time ever on an e bike and it was great. I had not rode a bicycle on the road for almost thirty years!

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Hysterical Histories Cork Dinner Theatre ShowTracyBowman, Sep 2026
Fun evening to learn about the history of Cork
Entertaining show with interesting history of Cork that helped us decide on what to see in the city later in our trip. The food was also very good.

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Kinsale Cruise, Kinsale ( 50 minutes)MargandJim_B, Sep 2026
Amazing Experience
This boat cruise was an amazing experience from start to finish. It was a lovely tour of the beautiful Kinsale Harbour on an incredible sunny day in September. Seeing the sea otters out on the shore and then move closer to us was amazing. The staff was very friend informative. A must do experience in Kinsale. Marg and Jim (Canada)

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Kinsale Cruise, Kinsale ( 50 minutes)Sharon_V, Sep 2026
Great experience
It is a great way to see Kinsale and get a little history on the area. The staff was very knowledgable and friendly

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Electric Bike Tour of Kinsale with Expert Local GuideLinda_M, Sep 2026
See more of kinsale
It is well worth the time to try this tour. You will see parts of kinsale that you will not see otherwise. Miley our tour guide also was fun and informative. You do not have to be an avid cyclist to enjoy this tour.

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Hop On/Hop Off Cork City Sightseeing TourDonna_C, Sep 2026
Beatles tour- we will always remember!
Josh's extensive knowledge of the Beatles and Liverpool made our experience one of the best tours we've been in. Josh taught us things about song lyrics we had never associated with the true meaning- incredible!
Josh didn't rush through any important points of interest on the tour, he accommodated us with a few non scheduled stops. Josh had a great personality and we felt very comfortable with him and talking about our love of music!
The "cab" we toured in was extremely comfortable and spacious.
We HIGHLY RECOMMEND this tour and if you're lucky to have Josh - enjoy every second!

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Explore the Making & Tasting of MeadmollyfA6427YK, Sep 2026
Delightful afternoon activity
Our tour group decided to visit Kinsale Mead Co as a last minute add on, and I’m so happy we did! Our mead guide was very knowledgeable and funny. We got to taste the best honey I’ve ever had and, of course, delicious mead. It was a delightful afternoon, and a fun way to learn some Irish history.

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Cork City Gaol Admission Ticket with GUIDEBOOKP1625MScindyf, Sep 2026
Good history lesson :)
A fun stop to learn about real history. Plenty of information and stories to get the gist about the prison and prison life. The grounds are actually beautiful... I wish all the buildings had been saved.

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Explore Midleton Youghal Greenway by Bikedwyerkev, Sep 2026
A gentle Greenway going straight across flat countryside
The Midleton Youghal Greenway is a superb addition to Tourism in East Cork, not only is it beneficial to people living in both towns, the fact that it starts from Midleton Railway Station puts it on the doorstep of everyone living in Cork City, as well as those living in places like Glounthaune on the railway line. From Midleton, the Greenway travels East with nice mature trees along the way. There are toilets at the old stations in Mogeely and Killeagh, both location having coffee shops open a lot of the time. As the title suggests the Greenway travels straight across flat countryside. In May we had a bit of a headwind going east, but then of course a tailwind returning east.
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