Cork Midsummer Festival - Family Programme 2026

What to Expect

The Cork Midsummer Festival brings over 50 events to 30 locations across Cork City between 12 and 21 June 2026. The family and youth programme includes Circus Factory at Emmet Place with aerial performances and interactive circus for all ages, Tiny Tunes - a gentle music gig designed specifically for babies and toddlers, playful dance shows at Marina Market, and a city-wide trail of child-only play pods and cosy dens scattered across Cork City. Many events take place outdoors on streets, in parks, and at heritage sites.

Good to Know

• Festival runs 12-21 June 2026, 10 days across Cork City
• Many events are free; some ticketed shows require booking
• Suitable for ages from babies upward
• Venues include Emmet Place, Marina Market, Bishop Lucey Park, Elizabeth Fort, and city quays
• Full programme and booking at corkmidsummer.com

Getting There

Events are distributed across Cork City centre. Most are walkable from each other. Cork Bus Eireann and local city bus services stop near the main city venues.