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SUMMARY:Festive Christmas Drinks Gathering
DESCRIPTION:Join the VQ Board and fellow members for a festive drink to celebrate the holiday season!
URL:https://www.thevq.ie/event/festive-christmas-drinks-gathering/
LOCATION:The Metropole\, MacCurtain Street\, Victorian Quarter\, Cork\, Cork\, T23 EEC3\, Ireland
CATEGORIES:VQ
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ORGANIZER;CN="The VQ":MAILTO:katherine@thevq.ie
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20251205T090000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20251205T153000
DTSTAMP:20260430T030246
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SUMMARY:Climate Science and Arts Practice: Arts & Sustainability in Cork City
DESCRIPTION:Join us for this day of discussion / arts practice at Horgan’s Quay beside the Mapping Climate Change exhibition. UCC’s President John O’Halloran will kick off the day and we’ll move from Artists / UCC Climate Scientists who’ve been in partnered conversation since September and Artists who’ve been involved in large scale arts and sustainability projects in the city and beyond\, plus a presentation by the curator of Mapping Climate Change Deborah Barkun and some of the knitters. We’ll be asking the question – Does Cork City need an annual Arts & Sustainability event? All Welcome. \nFREE but ticketed – please register here. \nFurther info: Prof. Jools Gilson / jgilson@ucc.ie \nFunded by Research Ireland & UCC\, with support from BAM Ireland & Clarendon Properties.
URL:https://www.thevq.ie/event/climate-science-and-arts-practice-arts-sustainability-in-cork-city/
LOCATION:Horgans Quay\, Horgan's Quay 1\, Waterfront Square\, Cork City\, T23 PPT8\, Ireland
CATEGORIES:Arts and Culture
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20251129T190000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20251129T223000
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SUMMARY:Opera at Griffith College Cork ❄️
DESCRIPTION:Cork mezzo soprano Niamh O’Sullivan\, one of Veronica Dunne’s last students\, fresh from her role debut as Carmen at English National Opera\, London\, will perform a very special concert for one night only!\n\nEnjoy an evening with this magnificent singer at the height of her career in the intimate venue of the Isabella Honan Chapel\, Griffith College Cork\, accompanied by one of Ireland’s leading pianists\, Mairéad Hurley. The concert will also feature one of Ireland’s finest up-and-coming tenors\, Conor Prendiville. There will be a wine reception at the interval.\n\nTickets cost €50 including the wine reception and are on sale now on Eventbrite (linked here) or by contacting vdiscompetition@gmail.com\n\nPresented by Friends of the Vocal Arts\, supporting the Veronica Dunne International Singing Competition.
URL:https://www.thevq.ie/event/opera-at-griffith-college-cork-%e2%9d%84%ef%b8%8f/
LOCATION:Isabella Honan Chapel\, Griffith College Cork\, Wellington Road\, Cork.\, Cork\, T23 DF3A\, Ireland
CATEGORIES:Arts and Culture,Music
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20251129
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260112
DTSTAMP:20260430T030246
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SUMMARY:The Everyman Panto: Cinderella
DESCRIPTION:When you believe in magic\, it believes in you! \nGlass slippers\, a glam makeover and a midnight dash – this isn’t your grandma’s fairytale. This year\, The Everyman and CADA bring Cinderella to life with a fresh\, fabulous twist! Expect outrageous laughs\, dazzling costumes and a fairy godmother with serious flair. \nJoin our hilarious cast – back by popular demand after last year’s sold-out Red Riding Hood – and directed by the queen of Panto herself\, Catherine Mahon-Buckley. It’s the classic tale of dreams\, drama and a dash to the ball… but with more sparkle\, sass and surprises than ever before. \n🎭 Packed with panto madness\, music and magic – this is one ball you don’t want to miss.\n✨ So\, grab your tickets\, bring your crew and get ready for a night of pure enchantment.\n👠 The clock is ticking… are you ready to believe in magic? \nBringing a group? Talk to our team on 021 450 1780 or groups@everymancork.com \n* Tickets for Terrific Thursdays and Fantastic Friday are €30. \n†† To book your tickets for our audio-described performance with touch tour or for our relaxed performance\, email access@everymancork.com or call 021 450 1780.\nTickets for relaxed performance are €25. \n† Tickets for our ISL-interpreted performance can be booked via our website everymancork.com\, in person or by calling our box office.
URL:https://www.thevq.ie/event/the-everyman-panto-cinderella/
LOCATION:The Everyman Theatre\, The Everyman Theatre\, MacCurtain Street\, Cork City
CATEGORIES:Arts and Culture
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ORGANIZER;CN="The Everyman Theatre":MAILTO:info@everymancork.com
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20251118T083000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20251118T093000
DTSTAMP:20260430T030246
CREATED:20251110T101901Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251110T101901Z
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SUMMARY:How to Prepare for Pension Auto-Enrolment
DESCRIPTION:Join us to learn about how to prepare for pension auto-enrolment and why setting up your own company pension could be the smarter move! \nIreland’s new Auto-Enrolment Pension Scheme is due to roll out soon — and it will have a major impact on employers and employees alike. \nWhile it’s designed to get more people saving for retirement\, many business owners don’t realise they have better options. By setting up your own company pension scheme\, you can opt out of auto-enrolment\, retain flexibility\, and gain significant tax advantages — all while keeping control of costs and benefits. \nJoin us for an informal information session with insurance expert John Cuffe (Cuffe and Company (Insurance) Ltd.) who will explain: \n\n🔍 What the Auto-Enrolment Scheme really means for your business.\n⚖️ The difference between auto-enrolment and private company pensions.\n💰 How setting up your own pension can save tax\, improve recruitment\, and avoid unnecessary complexity.\n🧾 How we can help you establish a compliant\, efficient\, and tax–exempt company pension structure.\n\nWhether you’re a small business owner\, company director\, or HR decision-maker\, this short session will help you understand your options\, before auto-enrolment becomes mandatory. \nBookings: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/how-to-prepare-for-pension-auto-enrolment-tickets-1963910695758?aff=oddtdtcreator
URL:https://www.thevq.ie/event/how-to-prepare-for-pension-auto-enrolment/
LOCATION:The Metropole\, MacCurtain Street\, Victorian Quarter\, Cork\, Cork\, T23 EEC3\, Ireland
CATEGORIES:Education
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ORGANIZER;CN="The VQ":MAILTO:katherine@thevq.ie
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20251116T193000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20251116T223000
DTSTAMP:20260430T030246
CREATED:20251020T144857Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251020T144857Z
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SUMMARY:Cork International Film Festival Closing Gala: Is This Thing On?
DESCRIPTION:As their marriage quietly unravels\, Alex (Will Arnett) faces middle age and seeks new purpose in the New York stand-up comedy scene while Tess (Laura Dern) confronts the sacrifices she made for their family – forcing them to navigate co-parenting\, identity\, and whether love can take a new form. Loosely inspired by the true story of comedian John Bishop’s personal journey into comedy\, Bradley Cooper’s beautiful third film as a director is an incisive study of midlife discontent and a modern-day comedy of remarriage. \nHumour and feeling blend in a harmonious\, powerful balance with an exceptional supporting cast\, including Cooper himself\, Andra Day\, Amy Sedaris\, Sean Hayes\, Christine Ebersole\, Ciarán Hinds\, and Scott Icenogle.
URL:https://www.thevq.ie/event/cork-international-film-festival-closing-gala-is-this-thing-on/
LOCATION:The Everyman Theatre\, The Everyman Theatre\, MacCurtain Street\, Cork City
CATEGORIES:Arts and Culture
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20251115T193000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20251115T220000
DTSTAMP:20260430T030246
CREATED:20251020T152608Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251020T152608Z
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SUMMARY:Cork International Film Festival Awards Gala: Song Sung Blue
DESCRIPTION:Based on a true story\, two down-on-their-luck musicians (Hugh Jackman and Kate Hudson) form a joyous Neil Diamond tribute band\, proving it’s never too late to find love and follow your dreams.
URL:https://www.thevq.ie/event/cork-international-film-festival-awards-gala-song-sung-blue/
LOCATION:The Everyman Theatre\, The Everyman Theatre\, MacCurtain Street\, Cork City
CATEGORIES:Arts and Culture
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20251113T083000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20251113T100000
DTSTAMP:20260430T030246
CREATED:20251110T111003Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251110T111003Z
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SUMMARY:Cork City as an Urban Garden
DESCRIPTION:Join us to discuss how we can collaborate to actively promote and implement urban greening intiatives in Cork and the VQ.\n\n\n\n“Urban greening isn’t just about making things look pretty. It’s about health\, sustainability\, biodiversity\, and better living for everyone.” Peter Dowdall (The Irish Gardener) \nWhat could the VQ look like if we worked together to develop a greening and biodiversity plan for the neighbourhood? What potential wins would you highlight for the area? \nJoin the VQ as we welcome the following guest speakers: \n\nPeter Dowdall (The Irish Gardener) will share his thoughts on the opportunity that exists for communities to come together in Cork and actively promote and implement urban greening intiatives. Peter is a garden designer\, horticulturist\, and media contributor\, passionate about helping people connect with plants\, nature\, and better design.\nPaul McGuirk (Senior Executive Officer\, Cork City Council) will outline the details of the second round of funding which was recently announced under the Community Climate Action Fund\, the aim of which is to shape and build low-carbon\, sustainable communities\, and community resilience.\n\nThe event is open to members and non-members who would like to learn more about this topic.
URL:https://www.thevq.ie/event/cork-city-as-an-urban-garden-2/
LOCATION:Penrose Dock
CATEGORIES:VQ
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ORGANIZER;CN="The VQ":MAILTO:katherine@thevq.ie
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20251113T083000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20251113T100000
DTSTAMP:20260430T030246
CREATED:20251021T150010Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251021T150010Z
UID:2629-1763022600-1763028000@www.thevq.ie
SUMMARY:Cork City as an Urban Garden
DESCRIPTION:“Urban greening isn’t just about making things look pretty. It’s about health\, sustainability\, biodiversity\, and better living for everyone.” Peter Dowdall (The Irish Gardener) \nWhat could the VQ look like if we worked together to develop a greening and biodiversity plan for the neighbourhood? What potential wins would you highlight for the area? \nJoin the VQ as we welcome guest speaker Peter Dowdall (The Irish Gardener) to share his thoughts on the opportunity that exists for communities to come together in Cork and actively promote and implement urban greening intiatives. Peter is a garden designer\, horticulturist\, and media contributor\, passionate about helping people connect with plants\, nature\, and better design. \nThe event is open to members and non-members who would like to learn more about this topic.
URL:https://www.thevq.ie/event/cork-city-as-an-urban-garden/
LOCATION:Penrose Dock
CATEGORIES:VQ
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ORGANIZER;CN="The VQ":MAILTO:katherine@thevq.ie
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20251110T130000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20251110T150000
DTSTAMP:20260430T030246
CREATED:20251110T101122Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251110T101122Z
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SUMMARY:Workequal Equal Remote Access recruitment event
DESCRIPTION:Workequal is a not-for-profit organisation that delivers a programme called Workability – Equal Remote Access. Businesses across the VQ are invited to join the team at Workequal on 11th November in The Metropole Hotel. The event provides a networking opportunity for employers who are keen to further develop their D&I plans\, and a chance to meet some of the Equal Remote Access programme participants who are looking for roles in business support\, admin\, customer service and IT. \n  \nSpeakers from WorkEqual and Intreo Employer Relations Cork will outline their supports as well as giving an overview of the successful Work Placement Programme which may also be of interest to attendees and employers as a means of offering work experience at no cost over a 6 month timeframe. \n  \nThis event is supported by Intreo Employer Relations Cork. For queries\, email: info@workequal.ie \n  \nFor more information about the course content see: https://workequal.ie/equal-remote-access-a-free-programme-to-help-people-overcome-individual-barriers-and-become-ready-for-remote-or-hybrid-working/ \n 
URL:https://www.thevq.ie/event/workequal-equal-remote-access-recruitment-event/
LOCATION:The Metropole\, MacCurtain Street\, Victorian Quarter\, Cork\, Cork\, T23 EEC3\, Ireland
CATEGORIES:Education
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20251109T113000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20251109T130000
DTSTAMP:20260430T030246
CREATED:20251021T080912Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251021T080912Z
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SUMMARY:Cork International Film Festival Family Gala: Lady and the Tramp
DESCRIPTION:In 1909\, in a small town\, Jim Dear gives his wife Darling a cocker spaniel puppy as a Christmas present. The puppy\, named Lady\, grows up pampered by her doting owners and befriends her neighbours’ dogs\, Jock (a Scottie) and Trusty (an elderly Bloodhound). Meanwhile\, across town\, a stray terrier-mix named Tramp spends his days wandering the streets\, feeding on scraps and handouts\, and causing trouble for the local dogcatcher. \nLike the Cork International Film Festival\, the tender and thrilling adventures of Lady and the Tramp are celebrating their 70th anniversary! Join us for this rare opportunity to rediscover and introduce your children to the beloved Disney classic in the beautiful Everyman theatre\, where its great songs and superb\, richly coloured animation will shine brighter than ever.
URL:https://www.thevq.ie/event/cork-international-film-festival-family-gala-lady-and-the-tramp/
CATEGORIES:Arts and Culture
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20251108T200000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20251108T220000
DTSTAMP:20260430T030246
CREATED:20251021T084020Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251021T084020Z
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SUMMARY:Cork International Film Festival: Blue Moon
DESCRIPTION:March 31\, 1943\, New York City. It is the opening night of Oklahoma!\, a ground-breaking musical play that promises to be a raging success. Legendary lyricist Lorenz Hart (a remarkable Ethan Hawke)\, however\, slipped out of the performance\, settling early at Sardi’s\, the theater district bar that will host the afterparty to get drunk and bitch about his former creative partner and creator of the hit show\, Richard Rodgers (Andrew Scott). It is not the first time that Sardi’s barman (Bobby Cannavale)\, sees Lorenz order drink after drink while promising that the next one is the last… Margaret Qualley completes the all-star cast as an ingenue quite aware of her beauty’s advantages. \nA moving study of the frailty of the artist\, Richard Linklater’s multifasceted biopic of these real-life Broadway figures is\, as always\, a beautiful display of meticulous craftmanship. Razor-sharp dialogues that are gift to his wonderful actors\, authorial gestures that elevates a chamber piece to an incredibly poetic and engaging drama… Linklater’s joy at exploring his art’s possibilities is exhilarating.
URL:https://www.thevq.ie/event/cork-international-film-festival-blue-moon/
LOCATION:The Everyman Theatre\, The Everyman Theatre\, MacCurtain Street\, Cork City
CATEGORIES:Arts and Culture
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20251106T190000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20251106T213000
DTSTAMP:20260430T030246
CREATED:20251020T143309Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251020T143309Z
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SUMMARY:Cork International Film Festival Opening Gala: Saipan
DESCRIPTION:2002\, shortly before the FIFA World Cup in Japan and South Korea. The Irish national football team arrives on the Pacific island of Saipan where they are to bond and train before moving to Japan. But the management’s relaxed approach does not match team captain Roy Keane’s expectations. The Man United star player is here to win it. \nFilmmakers Lisa Barros D’Sa and Glenn Leyburn handle the story with all the respect due to one of the most seismic events in Irish sporting history. A respect for facts\, for protagonists\, for all the people of Ireland\, really\, who found themselves having to take sides. Indeed\, the public quarrel between Keane and manager Mick McCarthy rocked the nation and sparked debates on notions that went far beyond sport: loyalty\, ethics\, identity. Saipan was\, and is\, a big deal. \nTHE 70TH CORK INTERNATIONAL FILM FESTIVAL OPENING GALA \nMarking the Festival’s milestone 70th anniversary\, the Opening Night Gala promises to be a spectacular event with special guests and awards\, as well as the much-anticipated film premiere. Oscar®-winning producer\, film educator and CIFF Patron David Puttnam will be presented with an Honorary Lifetime Achievement Award by the multi-award-winning Irish actor Gabriel Byrne. \nThe Opening Night celebration will also include the unveiling of a recently rediscovered short archival film about the Festival\, digitised and restored by the Irish Film Institute\, offering a nostalgic treat for the audience.
URL:https://www.thevq.ie/event/cork-international-film-festival-opening-gala-saipan/
LOCATION:The Everyman Theatre\, The Everyman Theatre\, MacCurtain Street\, Cork City
CATEGORIES:Arts and Culture
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20251106
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20251117
DTSTAMP:20260430T030246
CREATED:20250912T093158Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250916T093347Z
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SUMMARY:Cork International Film Festival
DESCRIPTION:The 70th edition of Cork International Film Festival – Ireland’s largest and longest-running film festival – will take place from 6th–16th November 2025. Cork International Film Festival champions new voices and celebrates excellence in filmmaking throughout its diverse programme. Filmmakers’ achievements are recognised through 15 Awards\, three of which are Academy Award® qualifying. \nThe 2025 Festival will feature gala screenings and presentations in The Everyman\, alongside the return of the Cork Film Trail to MacCurtain Street. The full Festival programme will be announced in October.
URL:https://www.thevq.ie/event/cork-international-film-festival-2/
LOCATION:The Everyman Theatre\, The Everyman Theatre\, MacCurtain Street\, Cork City
CATEGORIES:Arts and Culture
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20251104
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20251207
DTSTAMP:20260430T030246
CREATED:20251110T102456Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251110T102456Z
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SUMMARY:Mapping Climate Change: The Knitting Map & The Tempestry Project
DESCRIPTION:Come along to see The Knitting Map from Cork 2005 (on its 20th birthday!) as well as the US Tempestries in the beautiful renovated warehouse in Horgan’s Quay. The Mapping Climate Change exhibition unites for the first time two innovative textile art projects that give visual and tangible presence to our warming world at a crucial moment of environmental precarity. \nThis exhibition especially celebrates the 20th anniversary of The Knitting Map\, which was commissioned in 2005 as one of the flagship projects of Cork’s year as European \nCapital of Culture. Ambitious and visionary\, this large-scale textile installation was made collaboratively with more than 2000 older\, working-class women from Cork’s North side and knitted every day for a year. Weather station data was programmed to generate yarn colour and movement to generate complexity of stitch. The work is an abstract cartography of weather data and urban movement in Cork City over a calendar year. \nFor more information contact: Jools Gilson / jgilson@ucc.ie
URL:https://www.thevq.ie/event/mapping-climate-change-the-knitting-map-the-tempestry-project/
LOCATION:Horgans Quay\, Horgan's Quay 1\, Waterfront Square\, Cork City\, T23 PPT8\, Ireland
CATEGORIES:Arts and Culture
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20251026T130000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20251026T143000
DTSTAMP:20260430T030246
CREATED:20251021T130208Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251021T130208Z
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SUMMARY:Sax in the City – Jazz Lunch at NORTH!
DESCRIPTION:Get into the rhythm of the Cork Jazz Festival with our Sax in the City lunch experience at NORTH at The Address Cork. 🎶 \nEnjoy a fabulous three-course menu showcasing the best of local produce\, while soaking up the smooth\, soulful sounds of @abrahamlive_ on saxophone. \nFor the perfect accompaniment\, treat yourself to our cocktail of the day – the Sax in the City Cosmo – the ideal way to toast a weekend full of great music\, good food\, and unforgettable Cork vibes. \nIt’s the ultimate way to spend your Jazz Festival Sunday – relaxed\, stylish\, and full of flavour.
URL:https://www.thevq.ie/event/sax-in-the-city-jazz-lunch-at-north/
LOCATION:The Address Cork\, Military Hill\, St Luke's\, Cork\,\, T23 T292
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ORGANIZER;CN="The Address Cork":MAILTO:cork@theaddresscollective.com
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20251024
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20251028
DTSTAMP:20260430T030246
CREATED:20251022T093839Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251022T093839Z
UID:2633-1761264000-1761609599@www.thevq.ie
SUMMARY:Jazz at The VQ: The Shelbourne Bar Line Up
DESCRIPTION:Friday 24th October  \n6:30pm | Harry & Friends \n10:30pm | Lucas D & The Groove Ghetto \nSaturday 25th October  \n1pm | Harry & Friends \n3:30pm | Va Va Voom \n6pm | Harry & Friends \n8:30pm | Jake Hansen \n10:30pm | Ladies Who Lunch \nSunday 26th October  \n1pm | Harry & Friends \n3:30pm | The Flames \n6pm | Harry & Friends \n8:30pm | Jake Hansen \n10:30pm | Ladies Who Lunch \nMonday 27th October  \n1pm | Harry & Friends \n4pm | Starlight Quartet \n6:30pm | Cathal O’Sullivan
URL:https://www.thevq.ie/event/jazz-at-the-vq-the-shelbourne-bar-line-up/
CATEGORIES:Music
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20251024
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20251028
DTSTAMP:20260430T030246
CREATED:20251021T144748Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251021T144748Z
UID:2626-1761264000-1761609599@www.thevq.ie
SUMMARY:Jazz at The VQ: Gallaghers Lineup
DESCRIPTION:Friday 24th October  \n11pm | The Mafia Cats \nSaturday 25th October \n8pm | The Latin Fellas & Co \n11pm | Down Town Dixie Land Band \nSunday 26th October  \n5pm | Dr. Feelgood \n8pm | Jager Bombers \n11pm | Downtown Dixieland Band \nMonday 27th October  \n3pm | Fiona Dineen
URL:https://www.thevq.ie/event/jazz-at-the-vq-gallaghers-lineup/
LOCATION:Gallaghers\, 32 MaCurtain St.\, Cork City
CATEGORIES:Music
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ORGANIZER;CN="Gallaghers":MAILTO:hello@gallagherscork.ie
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20251024
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20251027
DTSTAMP:20260430T030246
CREATED:20251023T130723Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251023T130723Z
UID:2652-1761264000-1761523199@www.thevq.ie
SUMMARY:Jazz at The VQ: Brú Bar Lineup
DESCRIPTION:Friday 24th October \n5pm | Jus’Me\, Jim Sharp & Baz Hickey Jazz Special \nSaturday 25th October  \n7pm | Róisín De Barra Trio\n10pm | Alicia Olaniran Band \nSunday 26th October \n8:30pm | Life & Soul\n11:30pm | The Leon Stax Equation
URL:https://www.thevq.ie/event/jazz-at-the-vq-bru-bar-lineup/
LOCATION:Brú Bar\, 57 MacCurtain Street\, Cork\, Ireland
CATEGORIES:Music
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20251024
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20251027
DTSTAMP:20260430T030246
CREATED:20251023T082536Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251023T082536Z
UID:2646-1761264000-1761523199@www.thevq.ie
SUMMARY:Jazz at The VQ: Cask Lineup
DESCRIPTION:Friday 24th October \nCarl \nSaturday 25th October  \nDarren Kelly\nPaul O’Driscoll \nSunday 26th October  \nColm Motherway\nGreg C
URL:https://www.thevq.ie/event/jazz-at-the-vq-cask-lineup/
CATEGORIES:Music
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20251024
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20251027
DTSTAMP:20260430T030246
CREATED:20251021T124755Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251021T124755Z
UID:2617-1761264000-1761523199@www.thevq.ie
SUMMARY:Jazz at The VQ: Moxy & Residence Inn Lineup
DESCRIPTION:Friday 24th October \n7pm | Manic Jazz Preachers \n9:30pm | Lumos \n  \nSaturday 25th October  \n7pm | Lane 3 Trio \n9:30pm | Midnight Mobs \n  \nSunday 26th October  \n7pm | Midnight Mob \n9:30pm | Starlight
URL:https://www.thevq.ie/event/jazz-at-the-vq-moxy-residence-inn-lineup/
LOCATION:Moxy & Residence Inn\, Camden Quay\, Shandon\, Cork\, T23 C2RR\, Ireland
CATEGORIES:Music
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20251022T080000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20251022T170000
DTSTAMP:20260430T030246
CREATED:20251022T135048Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251022T135048Z
UID:2639-1761120000-1761152400@www.thevq.ie
SUMMARY:Jazz at The VQ: The Metropole Hotel
DESCRIPTION:Friday 24th October  \nTHE MET BAR \n4pm | The JM Trio\n7pm | Paul Dunlea Trio\n9pm | Fiona Kennedy\n11pm | JazzMain \nTHE BECKETT \n8:30pm | Dave Murphy\n10:30pm | Lee Meehan \nDOUGLAS VANCE  \n7:30pm | JazzMain\n9:30pm | Harry Connolly & Jazz Friends\n11:30pm | Le Hot Club Quintet \nBALLROOM  \n8:30pm | The Swing Bandits ft. The Loungeman\n10:30pm | Jazz Allstars\n12:30am | New Brass Kings \nMERCHANT RESTAURANT \n5:30pm | Reverie Swing\n7:30pm | Hugh Buckley Trio\n10pm | Jenny Howe\n(Dining Guests Only) \nSaturday 25th October  \nTHE MET BAR  \n1:30pm | The Montones\n4pm | Lets be Frank\n7pm | Ryan Quigley Quintet\n9pm | The Roaring Forties\n11pm | JazzMain \nTHE BECKETT \n8pm | Dave Murphy\n10:30pm | Paul Booth \nDOUGLAS VANCE \n7:30pm | Le Hot Club Quintet\n9:30pm | Harry Connolly & Jazz Friends\n11:30pm | Lamorette \nBALLROOM \n2pm | Jenny Howe\n3:30pm | Chaupiques Brass Band\n8:30pm | Luke Thomas & The Swing Cats\n10:30pm | Grooveline\n12:30am | New Brass Kings \nMERCHANT RESTAURANT \n1pm | Niall Marron\n3pm | John McGrath Duo\n5:30pm | Reverie Swing\n7:30pm | Fiona Kennedy\n10pm | Tom Boutazz Trio\n(Dining Guests Only) \nSunday 26th October  \nTHE MET BAR  \n1:30pm | Novu Trio\n4pm | Paul Dunlea Quintet\n7pm | Fiona Kennedy\n9pm | Noah Snyder Quartet\n11pm | Bobby Mc & The Dukes \nTHE BECKETT \n8pm | Ryan Quigley\n10:30pm | Dave Murphy \nDOUGLAS BECKETT \n7:30pm | Cheif Keegan\n9:30pm | Harry Connolly\n11:30pm | Laoise Leahy Band \nBALLROOM \n2pm | The Motones\n3:30pm | Frankly My Dear\n8:30pm | The Swing Bandits ft. The Loungeman\n10:30pm | Art Crimes\n12:30am | Lamorette \nMERCHANT RESTAURANT \n1pm | Niall Marron\n3pm | Dave Murphy\n5:30pm Tom Boutazz Trio\n7:30pm | Lets Be Frank\n10pm | Reverie Swing\n(Dining Guests Only) \nMonday 27th October  \nTHE MET BAR  \n1pm | The Monotones \n3pm | Jazz Man \n5pm | Niall Marron \n7pm | Manic Jazz Preachers \nMERCHANT RESTAURANT \n1pm | Jenny Howe \n3:30pm | The Songstress \n(Dining Guests Only)
URL:https://www.thevq.ie/event/jazz-at-the-vq-the-metropole-hotel/
CATEGORIES:Music
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20251022T080000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20251022T170000
DTSTAMP:20260430T030246
CREATED:20251022T101100Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251022T101100Z
UID:2636-1761120000-1761152400@www.thevq.ie
SUMMARY:Jazz at The VQ: Paladar Line Up
DESCRIPTION:Friday 24th October \nDarren K \nSaturday 25th October  \nCarl/Danilo Milk \nSunday 26th October   \nPaul O’Driscoll/ Eamon Hutton
URL:https://www.thevq.ie/event/jazz-at-the-vq-paladar-line-up/
CATEGORIES:Music
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20251003
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20251006
DTSTAMP:20260430T030246
CREATED:20251003T102054Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251003T102054Z
UID:2581-1759449600-1759708799@www.thevq.ie
SUMMARY:Gigs at Brú Bar
DESCRIPTION:Mondays /8.30pm – Open Mic Night hosted by Saoirse Murphy.\nTuesdays /8.30pm – Music Bingo\nThursdays /9pm – Roots & Folks jam\n\n\nFriday 3rd October / 9.30pm – Billy Kennedy & Carlos Paz\nSaturday 4th October /9.30pm – Eugene Brosnan Band\nSunday 5th October /9pm – Bear Bojack
URL:https://www.thevq.ie/event/gigs-at-bru-bar/
LOCATION:Brú Bar\, 57 MacCurtain Street\, Cork\, Ireland
CATEGORIES:Music
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20251001
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20251101
DTSTAMP:20260430T030246
CREATED:20250930T104523Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250930T104523Z
UID:2568-1759276800-1761955199@www.thevq.ie
SUMMARY:October Must-Sees at Cameo Cinema!
DESCRIPTION:This October\, The Montenotte’s Cameo Cinema presents an inspired mix of timeless favourites\, seasonal chills\, and fresh new releases. \n\nRomance and nostalgia light up the screen with Bridget Jones’s Diary (2001)\, 10 Things I Hate About You (1999)\, and Dirty Dancing (1987)\, while music lovers can revel in The Commitments (1991)\, Blues Brothers (1980)\, and Walk the Line (2005). For edge-of-your-seat drama\, don’t miss The Fugitive (1993)\, Pride & Prejudice (2005)\, and Christopher Nolan’s The Prestige (2006). \n  \nSpine-tingling scares arrive just in time for Halloween with Psycho (1960)\, Sleepy Hollow (1999)\, and Scream (1996). Adding to the excitement\, brand-new releases including A Real Pain (2024)\, The Naked Gun (2025)\, and Weapons (2025) bring fresh storytelling and cinematic flair. \n  \nWhether you’re chasing nostalgia\, romance\, or thrills\, October at Cameo Cinema promises unforgettable evenings. \n\nView Full Listings Here 
URL:https://www.thevq.ie/event/october-must-sees-at-cameo-cinema/
LOCATION:The Montenotte Hotel\, Middle Glanmire Road\, Montenotte\, Cork\, Cork\, T23 E9DX\, Ireland
CATEGORIES:Arts and Culture
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20250925T093000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20250925T110000
DTSTAMP:20260430T030246
CREATED:20250916T104018Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250922T133129Z
UID:2522-1758792600-1758798000@www.thevq.ie
SUMMARY:Where Culture Goes\, Commerce Follows
DESCRIPTION:A former European Capital of Culture\, Cork City has a vibrant arts and culture scene. We are famous for our music\, film\, theatre and visual arts\, showcased through festivals and events that are held all year round. \nJoin us to learn more about how this arts and culture offering not only provides joy and entertainment for locals and visitors\, but also acts as a catalyst for investment\, generating footfall and business for the VQ and the City. \nSpeakers include Michelle Carew (Arts Officer\, Cork City Council) who will outline the City’s Arts and Culture strategy and Fiona Clark (Director and CEO\, Cork International Film Festival) who will introduce the exciting plans for the 2025 Cork International Film Festival\, the 70th anniversary of the Festival.
URL:https://www.thevq.ie/event/where-culture-goes-commerce-follows/
LOCATION:The Dean\, Horgan's Quay\, Railway St\, Northern Quarter\, Cork\, Cork\, Ireland
CATEGORIES:Arts and Culture,Community
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ORGANIZER;CN="The VQ":MAILTO:katherine@thevq.ie
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20250919T180000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20250919T200000
DTSTAMP:20260430T030246
CREATED:20250910T113300Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250910T124234Z
UID:2442-1758304800-1758312000@www.thevq.ie
SUMMARY:St Luke’s 200th Anniversary
DESCRIPTION:Trinity Presbyterian Church: St Luke’s 200th Anniversary – Architecture\, Food & Zany Tales \nJoin us for a lively and atmospheric evening hosted by Trinity Presbyterian Church\, where architecture\, storytelling\, and food history come together in a unique Culture Night celebration! A rich programme of events awaits—step back in time\, learn something new\, and enjoy an unforgettable experience.  \n18.00 – Cathal O’Boyle (City Architect)\nA fascinating talk on the history and architecture of the area\, led by City Architect Cathal O’Boyle.  \n18.30 – Roger Gregg and Charlie Ruxton\nZany Tales of St. Luke’s – an imaginative and entertaining storytelling performance from the ever-creative Roger Gregg and Charlie Ruxton.  \n19.00 – Regina Sexton (Food Historian)\nJoin renowned food historian Regina Sexton as she delves into the food of the area 200 years ago\, bringing the flavours and customs of the past to life.  \n19.30 – 19th Century Food Sampling with Brass Band (TBC)\nTaste history with a sampling of 19th-century foods\, accompanied by the rousing sounds of a Brass Band (To Be Confirmed). 
URL:https://www.thevq.ie/event/st-lukes-200th-anniversary/
LOCATION:Trinity Presbyterian Church (St Luke’s)\, Trinity Presbyterian Church\, Summerhill North\, Cork City
CATEGORIES:Arts and Culture,Food & Drink,Heritage
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20250919T170000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20250919T200000
DTSTAMP:20260430T030246
CREATED:20250910T112153Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250910T121522Z
UID:2437-1758301200-1758312000@www.thevq.ie
SUMMARY:My First Confession – The Musical
DESCRIPTION:St. Patrick’s Church: My First Confession – The Musical \nFrank O’Connor is one of Ireland’s greatest literary figures of the 20th century\, renowned worldwide for his masterful short stories. His classic tale My First Confession is famously set in St. Patrick’s Church itself.  \nTo celebrate this legacy\, the pupils of Scoil Oilibhéir\, Dublin Hill will perform an abridged musical version of My First Confession\, specially written as part of their school’s 40th anniversary celebrations.  \nThe evening will open with a short talk on Frank O’Connor and his deep connections to St. Patrick’s Church and the surrounding area — followed by this unique performance in the very location where the story unfolds.  \nThere will be 2 showings: 5pm & 7pm 
URL:https://www.thevq.ie/event/my-first-confession-the-musical/
LOCATION:St. Patrick’s Church\, St. Patrick’s Church\, Lower Glanmire Road\, Cork City
CATEGORIES:Arts and Culture,Heritage,Music
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20250919T160000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20250919T225500
DTSTAMP:20260430T030246
CREATED:20250910T104913Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250912T093438Z
UID:2425-1758297600-1758322500@www.thevq.ie
SUMMARY:Celebrating the 60th Anniversary of Slovak Animation at Culture Night 2025
DESCRIPTION:Cork International Film Festival celebrates Culture Night 2025 with 2 programmes of Animated Slovak Short Films. \nCurated by the Slovak Film Institute\, the Slovak Animated Shorts programme features twelve remarkable Slovak animated films. Programme 1 is intended for young viewers\, while Programme 2 is aimed at adults. Together\, they showcase a rich variety of storytelling and animation styles – from hand-drawn and puppet animation to stop-motion and digital techniques. These films explore a wide range of themes\, including instructional\, educational\, advertising\, and environmental subjects. \nThe legacy of Slovak animation pioneer Viktor Kubal\, often regarded as the father of Slovak animation\, resonates throughout the collection. His films are presented alongside that of other prolific animators such as Vladimír Pikalík and Jaroslava Havettová. \nSpanning from 1955 to 1990\, the selection offers a window into the rich history of Slovak animation. Sometimes surreal\, at other times thought-provoking or purely entertaining – but always captivating – these shorts will surely engage and delight audiences of all ages. \n 
URL:https://www.thevq.ie/event/cork-international-film-festival/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Arts and Culture
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ORGANIZER;CN="Cork Film Fest":MAILTO:info@corkfilmfest.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20250919T160000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20250919T200000
DTSTAMP:20260430T030246
CREATED:20250910T111606Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250911T134631Z
UID:2432-1758297600-1758312000@www.thevq.ie
SUMMARY:The Everyman
DESCRIPTION:The Everyman: Words Made Local & Behind the Scenes Tour \nBehind the Scenes Tour  \n4pm\, The Everyman Backstage  \nThe Everyman presents our Behind the Scenes Tour as part of Culture Night 2025.  \nThe Behind the Scenes Tour is history brought to life: an immersive\, theatrical tour of our 128-year old theatre. Come and join our tour guide actors as they lead you on an engaging journey through the theatre and travel through time to meet the famous and infamous characters of our unique venue. The tour is suitable for all ages.  \nWords Made Local  \n7pm\, The Palace Bar at The Everyman  \nPoet\, teacher and Irish Examiner columnist Jennifer Horgan – whose poetry collection CARE was recently published by Doire Press\, curates an hour of locally-grown poetry and song.  \nFree but booking necessary | Please advise box office of any access requirements when booking. 
URL:https://www.thevq.ie/event/the-everyman/
LOCATION:The Everyman Theatre\, The Everyman Theatre\, MacCurtain Street\, Cork City
CATEGORIES:Arts and Culture
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ORGANIZER;CN="The Everyman Theatre":MAILTO:info@everymancork.com
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