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Christmas in Cork 2026
Christmas in Cork runs from 15 November to 31 December 2026, with markets in Bishop Lucey Park, the Ferris wheel on Grand Parade and a new light show at St Fin Barre’s. Here are the dates and holiday opening times.
Read the guide · 5 minDay trips from Cork
Cobh and Spike Island, Fota Wildlife Park, Blarney Castle and Kinsale: the best day trips from Cork by train and bus, with 2026 prices and winter opening times.
Read the guide · 5 minFirst time in Cork: a 2-day plan
Two days in Cork: the English Market, Elizabeth Fort, the city gaol and UCC on day one, Blarney Castle and Shandon on day two, in an order that works with winter opening hours.
Read the guide · 5 minFree things to do in Cork
A 1788 food market, a star-shaped fort, a riverside museum, a university quadrangle and a contemporary art gallery: Cork’s best sights cost nothing.
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