Theatre, music, dance, spectacle: 10 highlights of Cork Midsummer Festival 2026

The festival runs June 12-21 and offers another eclectic mix of events 
The Solstice Ceili takes place at Elizabeth Fort as part of Cork Midsummer Festival. Picture: Jed Niezgoda

The Solstice Ceili takes place at Elizabeth Fort as part of Cork Midsummer Festival. Picture: Jed Niezgoda

Wed, 10 Jun, 2026 - 21:00
Des O’Driscoll

Midsummer Parade 

Saturday, June 13, Oliver Plunkett St, 6pm

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