June bank holiday in Cork: Five events to fill your weekend
Macroom Music Fest – Sunday June 1
All roads lead to Macroom this June Bank Holiday as some of Ireland's most respected musicians venture south for the Macroom Music Festival.
Derry band The Undertones will headline, and their upcoming performance will mark their first since featuring at the Macroom Mountain Dew Festival back in 1981.
Household name Sharon Shannon will meanwhile bring her musical talents to Midwest Cork, and platinum selling Irish singer/songwriter Ryan Sheridan will complete the exciting line-up.
Tickets are still available from €46 via macroommusicfest.ie.
Art and Soul, Castlemartyr - June 1
Ireland' biggest art and sculpture event, which will feature over 350 works, will open from Sunday, June 1 at Cork's five-star Castlemartyr resort.
The event will feature works by Andy Warhol, Damien Hirst, Banksy, Julian Opie, and Salvador Dali.
The free event will run from June 1 until June 29 and will be open to the public daily from 11am–7pm, with guided tours running at 12pm, 3pm and 5pm daily.
More information and accommodation offers can be found on gormleys.ie and castlemartyrresort.ie.
Cork Rose of Tralee selection night – June 1
Lovers of the Rose of Tralee will have the chance to witness history as the woman to represent the Rebel County in the iconic competition will be chosen on Sunday, June 1.
Current Rose Shauna O'Sullivan will hand over her sash in the Rochestown Park Hotel after a year of life-changing experiences.
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The 2025 Rose of Tralee International Festival will take place from August 15 – 19.
Doors will open at 6pm and the event is expected to run until 11:30pm.
Tickets are still available for €25 from Eventbrite.
Cork Harbour Festival – May 24 to June 2
Cork's Harbour Festival will conclude on June 2 after 10 days of maritime fun.
Visitors can explore the history and heritage of Cork Harbour as well as witnessing the drama of the flagship race, Ocean to City, on May 31.
Events will range from on-the water adventures to music, art, poetry, workshops, talks and seminars, there is something for everyone.
Another must-see experience includes the Old Cork Waterworks Experience, which gives visitors the chance to manoeuvre through Victorian architecture, which is synonymous with Cork's history.
Tickets start from €3.
For more information visit: corkharbourfestival.com.
Cork City Marathon – June 1
The Cork City Marathon returns on June 1.
Calling all witty people to create the funniest sign possible to motivate those taking part in Cork City Marathon on Sunday.
Organised by Cork City Council, the event's popularity continues to soar, attracting runners from across Ireland and beyond to the scenic streets and vibrant atmosphere of Cork city.
Building on the €200,000 raised for 58 charity partners in 2024, this year's goal is to raise €250,000, ensuring the event delivers even more for vital local and national causes.
All tickets are sold out, but the event is one of the most popular in any Leesider's calendar.
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