'Live at the Marquee' coming to a town near you? 

Cork County Council is initially to purchase a massive marquee to help promote community festivals once lockdown restrictions are lifted.

Although the council-purchased marquees will not feature headline acts like Elton John, they will be used to host community festivals and artistic events post-lockdown. Picture: Eddie O'Hare

'Live at the Marquee' could be coming to a town or village near you in Co Cork, although it may not feature Elton John, Diana Ross or Bob Dylan.

Cork County Council is initially to purchase one massive marquee to help promote community festivals — particularly focused on music and the arts — and more could follow.