Live at the Marquee, Cork, FAQ: Who's playing, what are the stage times, parking prices, etc
Where is the Marquee?
Last year the Marquee moved across the road and it will continue from that site again this year. You can find the venue on the former Tedcastle's Yard on Centre Park Road. This is the second of at least three summers at the new location. Construction is underway on the old site, with more than 1,000 apartments being built in the area.
How do I get to the Marquee?
Joe Bonamassa will play three nights at Live at the Marquee Cork as a special celebration of the legendary Rory Gallagher . Picture: Mark Stedman
Live at the Marquee is about a seven-minute drive from the city centre in low traffic conditions.
Walking, it will take about 30 minutes from the city, or 15 minutes from Ballintemple.
If coming from the city, Centre Park Road is the first turn on the left at the Albert Road roundabout and continue along the road until you spot the distinctive yellow and blue tent.
What times do Marquee gigs start and finish?
Gates to the venue open at 6.30pm. Start times can vary, depending on the gig, but many of the main acts seem to take to the stage between 8.30pm and 9pm, and their sets usually finish by 10.30pm.
What about parking?
Car parking at Live At The Marquee, Cork. Picture: Eddie O'Hare
Parking in the area is limited, but the current location has 300 car park spaces which can be booked on ticketmaster.ie for €12 per car - up from €9 last year – plus €2.20 service fee. Organisers say it is strongly recommended to purchase via Ticketmaster in advance as many of the shows are sold out, so parking spaces will be in high demand. There is also a price increase fo parking booked on show day to €17.50.
Coming from the city, the parking entrance is just beyond the pedestrian entrance on Centre Park Road.
Is there a Ticketmaster office at the Marquee?
Yes, the Ticketmaster kiosk is situated on the way to the main entrance after you enter the pedestrian gate.
Food and drink?
Eating area at Live At The Marquee, Cork. Picture: Eddie O'Hare
Be sure to bring your bank card as the Marquee has been a cashless venue for a few years now. Drinks are available at the usual bars in the tent, and at a bar in the outside area.
There are some food vans onsite, and the Marina Market and the Black Market are converted warehouses with multiple food stalls within walking distance of the venue. As well as the city itself, Ballintemple and Blackrock village also have several bars.
Who's playing at the Marquee in Cork?
Picture This will open this year's Live at the Marquee series of gigs. Picture: Cian Duignan
Full list of performers:
Picture This – June 25 and 26, 2025 (first night sold out).
– June 25 and 26, 2025 (first night sold out). The Coronas – June 27, 2025.
– June 27, 2025. Christy Moore – June 28, 2025 (sold out).
– June 28, 2025 (sold out). Dara O'Briain – June 29, 2025.
– June 29, 2025. Joe Bonamassa Plays Rory Gallagher – July 1, 2, and 3, 2025 (first two nights sold out).
– July 1, 2, and 3, 2025 (first two nights sold out). Tommy Tiernan – July 4 and 5 (second night sold out).
– July 4 and 5 (second night sold out). An Evening with Roy Keane and Roddy Doyle – July 7, 8, and 9 (all sold out).
– July 7, 8, and 9 (all sold out). The Waterboys – July 10, 2025.
– July 10, 2025. Chris Kent – July 11, 2025.
– July 11, 2025. Dec Pierce – July 12, 2025.
– July 12, 2025. Olly Murs – July 13, 2025.
– July 13, 2025. Kingfishr – July 16 and 24, 2025 (both nights sold out).
– July 16 and 24, 2025 (both nights sold out). Amble – July 17, 2025 (sold out).
– July 17, 2025 (sold out). The Mary Wallopers – July 18, 2025.
– July 18, 2025. Cian Ducrot – July 19 and 20 (first night sold out).
– July 19 and 20 (first night sold out). D-Block Europe – July 22 and 23, 2025 (second night sold out).
– July 22 and 23, 2025 (second night sold out).
Michael McIntyre – July 25, 26, and 27, 2025 (all nights sold out).
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