Samhain parade to lift spirits

Chinatown comes to Cork tonight as a huge fire-breathing dragon and more than 350 ghouls and zombies take over one of the city’s most historic areas.

Shandon will be the scene of the 7th annual Dragon of Shandon Samhain Parade and its organisers, Cork Community Art Link, are extending an invitation to the citizens of the city to dress up and take part in the family-friendly event.

The parade will depart from the Shandon Butter Exchange at 7pm and takes a route through John Redmond St, Mulgrave Rd, Popes Quay, Shandon St, and Church St before returning to the craft centre for an outdoor céilí.