Cork St Patrick’s Festival 2026

Why not go to Cork for the 2026 St Patrick’s Festival! The centre of the city is set to be transformed by a riot of colour and sound. With food markets, street performers, musicians and marching bands there will be something for everyone. Check out the comedy antics of circus workabouts or get creative at a children’s workshop. The 2026 St Patrick’s Festival in Cork is not to be missed.

With so much to choose from and free events, Cork is definitely the place to be for St. Patrick’s weekend

Cork – St Patrick’s Day Parade 2026

The Cork St. Patrick’s Day Parade 2026 has chosen Marsh, Myth & Magic as it’s theme.

Groups participating are encouraged to include this theme in their presentation on the day.

The Cork City St. Patrick’s Day Parade is an annual pageant presented by the wonderful and varied communities who make up our ‘beautiful city, so charming and pretty’. A vibrant and colourful display, Cork’s parade features members of communities from all walks of life across the city – sporting groups to dance schools, new communities, our long-established brass bands, and special guests from around the world.

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