A Tribute to Seamus Creagh
15th-18th March 2019
Music
Featuring Jackie Daly & Matt Cranitch, Greenshine, Siobhan Peoples, Eoin O Riabhaigh & Aidan Coffey. Fear a’Tí - William (Hammy) Hammond. Fri March 15, 8pm. € Cork School of Music, Union Quay. www.proc.ie
Beannachtaí na Féile Pádraig oraibh go léir agus go mbain sibh taitneamh as na ceiliúradh atá eagraithe sa chathair, agus go háirithe an Paraid mór agus h-eachtraí ag baint leis. As someone who lived overseas for three years and valued even more the importance of St Patrick’s Day as a migrant, it gives me great pleasure to invite you to join in Cork’s celebration of our national holiday. All of the St. Patrick’s Festival events planned for the city celebrate the rich and diverse fabric of life in Cork and reflect the great mix of nationalities that now call our city home. We welcome Corkonians and visitors alike Leeside.
Scullion and Special Guest
Live at St Luke’s presents Scullion, an Irish folk band featuring Philip King, Sonny Condell and Robbie Overson. Sat March 16, 8pm. € St. Luke’s Church, Summerhill North. www.liveatstlukes.com
The theme of this year’s celebration, ‘Stories of Cork’, provides a broad canvass for all local community groups and organisations to express their Irishness and what it means to them. It also provides an opportunity for visiting groups and bands to hear about why we are so proud of our city and country at a time when we begin a decade of story-telling to commemorate the War of Independence and the Civil War.
Neil Diamond - A Celebration
Gary Ryan brings his definitive tribute to Neil Diamond to the Cork Opera House for a special St. Patrick’s Night Concert. Sun March 17, 8pm. € Cork Opera House, Emmet Place. www.corkoperahouse.ie
Lankum and special guest Jimmy Crowley
Presented by Cork City Council
Live at St Luke’s presents Lankum, who combine traditional folk music with contemporary undercurrents. Sun March 17, 8pm. € St. Luke’s Church, Summerhill North. www.liveatstlukes.com
Scots Clan
Upstairs at The Frisky Whiskey bar in The Oliver Plunkett - Scots Clan - an energetic band that will take you on a journey to Celtic Ireland. Sat March 16, 11.30pm. Free. Oliver Plunkett St. www.theoliverplunkett.com
For further information
St. Peter’s
A showcase of memories and memorabilia celebrating football in Ireland and the UEFA European Championships. March 8 to March 24, 9am to 5pm. Free. North Main St. www.stpeterscork.ie
Crawford Art Gallery
Guided Tour of the Heroes and Villains Exhibition. Sun March 17, 2pm. Free. Emmet Place. www.crawfordartgallery.ie Guided Tour of the Crawford Art Gallery. Mon March 18, 2pm. Free. Emmet Place. www.crawfordartgallery.ie € = Fee applies
It is an honour and privilege for me to be Lord Mayor of Cork City, following in the footsteps of great historical figures like Tomás MacCurtain and Terence MacSwiney. Attending civic services at St. Fin Barre’s Cathedral and the North Cathedral, then reviewing the St. Patrick’s Day Parade as it winds its way through the city really underlines this honour for me as First Citizen, and are events that I am really looking forward to.
stpatricksfestival@corkcity.ie
Bain taitneamh as...Corcaigh abú.
+353 (0)21 492 4116
CLLR. MICK FINN ARDMHÉARA CHORCAÍ LORD MAYOR OF CORK Sunday 17 March, 2019
www.corkstpatricksfestival.ie
Exhibitions
Lord Mayors Welcome Fáilte an Ardmhéara
/corkstpatricksfestival /corkpaddysfest For full details of parking, park and ride bus facilities and traffic restrictions visit our website www.corkstpatricksfestival.ie
Just for Kids
Rebel Parade Puppet Workshop Sun March 17, 1.30pm. Free. Emmet Place. www.crawfordartgallery.ie
Art Workshop 40 Shades of Green Mon March 18, 2pm. Free. Emmet Place. www.crawfordartgallery.ie
St. Patrick’s Day Family Sunday
Create a St. Patrick’s Day artwork in a fun workshop in Gallery 1. Sun March 17, 3pm. Free. The Glucksman Gallery, UCC, Western Road. www.glucksman.org
Walking Tours
Cork Historic Spine Walking Tour
Enjoy a tour of the city’s oldest landmarks along Cork’s historic spine. Sat March 16, 11am to 1pm. Free. To book: email eileen@stpeterscork.ie Meeting Point: Elizabeth Fort, Barrack St. www.elizabethfort.ie
St. Patrick’s Day Spanish Walking Tour
Spanish tour guide Juan de la Croix will tell the story of St. Patrick’s Day and some local Cork stories. Sun March 17, 11am. Free. Meeting Point: St Peter’s, North Main St. www.stpeterscork.ie
The Lee Sessions – Cork’s Traditional Irish Music Trail
Cork Walks
A choice of four self-guided walking trails for tourists and locals alike, with information panels along the route. Signposts start at Daunt Square
Cork’s Heritage Buildings Cork City Gaol
Wander through the wings of the 19th century Gaol, hearing shuffling feet and the jangle of the warder’s key. Every Day, 10am to 4pm. € Convent Avenue, Sunday’s Well. www.corkcitygaol.com
The Parade Sun 17 March, 1pm to 2.45pm South Mall > Grand Parade > St. Patrick’s Street.
University College Cork
Tour of University College Cork, including the Ogham Stones. Fri March 15, 3pm and Sat March 16, 12noon. Free. Meeting Point: Visitors Centre, North Wing. www.ucc.ie
The theme of the 2019 Cork St. Patrick’s Day Parade is Stories of Cork.
CIT Blackrock Castle Observatory
Irish Language guided tours all weekend. € Fri March 15th at 7pm: a journey of the lunar orbit on the 50th anniversary of the Apollo 11 mission to the moon. Free. Daily 10am to 5pm. Castle Road, Blackrock. www.bco.ie
Elizabeth Fort
Learn about the story of Elizabeth Fort and its place in the history of Cork. Guided tours all weekend at 1pm. € Entry without tour, Free. Daily 10am to 5pm. Barrack St. www.elizabethfort.ie
Nano Nagle Place
Discover how Nano Nagle worked tirelessly to help the poor of Cork and how the order she founded travelled the globe. € On March 17 at 2pm, hear songs from James Goodman’s ‘Manuscript of 1857’. Free. Fri March 15, 10am to 9pm, Sat 16 & Sun 17 until 5pm. Douglas St. www.nanonagleplace.ie
Enjoy traditional Irish Music sessions in Cork City Centre pubs, featuring masters of traditional music. Free www.theleesessions.com
Friday 15th March 6:30pm 8:00pm 9:30pm 9:30pm 9:30pm
Sin É Sin É The Long Valley An Spailpín Fánach Sin É
Saturday 16th March 6:30pm 8:00pm 9:30pm 9:30pm 9:30pm
Sin É Sin É The Long Valley An Spailpín Fánach Sin É
Sunday 17th March
On the Street
Pop Up St. Patrick’s Festival Market Feast on the best street food in the county. Sat March 16 and Sun March 17, 10am to 5pm. Emmet Place.
St. Patrick’s Hill Ball Run
11,000 multi-coloured balls cascade down St. Patrick’s Hill for Cork Lions Club City Centre Defibrillator Project. Sponsor a ball for €2 at www.corklionsclub.ie Mon March 18, 2pm. St. Patrick’s Hill.
2:30pm 2:30pm 5:00pm 5:00pm 6:00pm 8:00pm 8:00pm 9:00pm 9:30pm
Charlie’s The Long Valley Turners Cross Tavern The Long Valley Charlie’s The Long Valley An Spailpín Fánach The Rock Bar The Gables
