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Tuesday, 31 March 2026
Cork International Choral Festival 2026
Cork Biodiversity Hub Events in April
Gardening for Biodiversity: How to Take Practical Action on Biodiversity Loss in Your Green Space
Thursday, 16th April
7:00 PM
Cork Biodiversity Hub, Ballincollig (P31 PX67)
Learn simple, effective ways to support pollinators and wildlife right in your own garden or outdoor space.
Aimi will also bring a selection of plants to help you get started—cash purchases available on the night.
Book your spot: corkbiodiversityhub@gmail.com
Phone: 086 8371166Cork Lifelong Learning Festival 2026
Cork Lifelong Learning Festival 2026: A Celebration of Curiosity, Community and Connection
From Wednesday 22nd to Wednesday 29th April 2026, Cork once again transforms into a city of shared ideas, creativity, and discovery as the Cork Lifelong Learning Festival returns.
With over 370 free events taking place across the week, the festival invites people of all ages and backgrounds to try something new, whether that’s attending a workshop, joining a guided walk, exploring local history, or simply connecting with others through shared interests.
At its heart is a simple message: learning is for everyone, and it happens everywhere
A Festival Built on Participation
Guided by its motto “Investigate, Participate, Celebrate,” the festival encourages curiosity and active involvement. Events are led by volunteers, community groups, educators, and local organisations, creating a welcoming and inclusive atmosphere where learning feels social, informal, and accessible.
Whether you’re discovering a new skill or revisiting an old interest, the festival offers a unique opportunity to engage with Cork’s vibrant learning community.
Cultural Companions at the Festival
This year, Cultural Companions are proud to host two events:
🍲 Cultural Companions presents Clara Cooks
📍 Cumann na Daoine, Catherine Street, Youghal
📅 Thursday 23rd April | 16:00 – 18:00
Join us for a food demonstration with Ballymaloe trained chef Clara who will prepare some simple dishes, share stories behind the food, and provide helpful tips on batch cooking for one or two persons
Free but limited spaces. Booking essential
🧠 Memory Workshop: Changing Landscapes
📍 Civic Trust House, Cork City
📅 Friday 24th April
While rooted in memory and place, this workshop invites participants to reflect on how landscapes, both physical and personal, evolve over time. Through shared stories and discussion, it connects individual experiences with Cork’s wider cultural and social history.
Why It Matters
The Cork Lifelong Learning Festival is a celebration of community and connection. It highlights how learning can support wellbeing, creativity, and social inclusion.
In a fast-paced world, the festival offers something refreshingly simple: time to explore and engage with others.
Explore the Programme
With hundreds of events happening across the city and county, there’s something for everyone to enjoy.
👉 View the full festival programme:
https://www.corklearningcity.ie/lifelong-learning-festival/
Monday, 30 March 2026
You're invited to the Opening of Cork World Book Festival 2026
Don't miss the Official Opening of Cork World Book Festival 2026 by Lord Mayor of Cork, Cllr. Fergal Dennehy.
⏰April 21 Tuesday at 7.00 pm in the City Library
This is a free event and everyone is welcome!
Get ready to celebrate books, reading, and writing across Cork City from Tuesday 21 – Sunday 26 April!
Explore the full programme and plan your Book Fest here:
April 2026 Historical Walking Tours with Cllr Kieran McCarthy
April 2026 Historical Walking Tours with Cllr Kieran McCarthy
All tours free, 2 hours, no booking required, note different times
Saturday 18 April, 11am The Cork City Workhouse Tour; learn about Cork City’s workhouse created for 2,000 impoverished people in 1841; meet just inside the gates of St Finbarr’s Hospital, Douglas Road,
Saturday 25 April, 1pm The Friar’s Walk Tour; Discover Red Abbey, Elizabeth Fort, Barrack Street, Callanan’s Tower & Greenmount area; Meet at Red Abbey tower, off Douglas Street, in association with the Cork Lifelong Learning Festival.
Sunday 26 April, 1pm The Shandon Tour; explore Cork’s most historic quarter; meet at North Main Street/ Adelaide Street Square, opposite Cork Volunteer Centre, 1pm, in association with the Cork Lifelong Learning Festival.
