Events in Cork, 2012

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February

Cork Spring Poetry Festival (mid February) - This annual event in Cork is one of the largest festivals of poetry in Ireland. (www.corkpoetryfest.net)

July

Last Day of Heritage Week (end of July) – A unique event in Cork which celebrates the last Saturday of Heritage week . 38 of Cork’s magnificent and historical buildings open their doors with free admission.

March

St Patrick’s Festival Day (16th - 18th March) - Ireland’s Patron Saint is commemorated at this fantastic festival in Cork. Local food, activities and entertainment all feature.(www.corkpatricksfestival.ie)

September

Cork International Short Story Festival (mid September) – This annual book event in Cork draws writers from all around the globe to partake in workshops and seminars. (www.corkshortstory.net)

April

Cork World Book Fair – This international annual book event in Cork is a meeting of both local and international traders.

October

Cork Folk Festival (early October) - The annual folk festival in Cork lasts five days and attracts world class muscians who perform at various locations in Cork.(www.corkfolkfestival.com)

May

Cork International Choir Festival (early May) - A leading choral festival in Cork where performances take place at Cork City Hall and in galleries, bars and outdoors. (www.corkchoral.ie)

November

Corona Cork Film Festival (early November) - Irish film production is displayed at this annual film event in Cork. (www.corkfilmfest.org)
Christmas Festivities(end of November-early December) – Cork City Council organises this free annual Christmas event in Cork which unfolds on The Grande Parade.

June

Rowing Race- Ocean to City (early June) –Ireland stages this annual event in Cork, where traditional racing boats challenge each other in this exciting race from Cross Haven to Lapps Quay. (www.oceancity.com)
World Street Performers Championship - This annual interesting event in Cork is performed at Fitzgeralds’s Park.
Clonakility Agricultural Show - An annual agricultural event in Cork that features art and craft stalls, chidren's activities and demonstrations of livestock. A fun day out for all the family.
Cork Midsummer Festival (June-July) - This annual two week cultural festival in Cork features a variety of performances including opera, street art, theatre and dance. (www.corkmidsummer.com)