The Summer of music is well and truly underway in Cork! The annual tradition of top acts electrifying the rebel county is still in tact with acts like The Coors, Macklemore and Stereophonics already creating memorable nights on Leeside. However, the festivities are only beginning and with our proximity to all the key venues, The Kingsley is the ideal location make the most of the summer nights.
Live at The Marquee (25 June – 27 July 2025)
Cork’s marquee music festival returns with a stellar lineup:
Picture This (25 & 26 June)
The Coronas (27 June)
Christy Moore (28 June, sold out)
Dara Ó Briain (29 June)
Joe Bonamassa tribute to Rory Gallagher (1–3 July)
Tommy Tiernan (4–5 July)
Roy Keane & Roddy Doyle (7–9 July)
The Waterboys (10 July)
Chris Kent (11 July)
Dec Pierce – Block Rockin’ Beats (12 July)
Olly Murs (13 July)
Amble, The Mary Wallopers, Cian Ducrot, D‑Block Europe, Michael McIntyre, and more through to 24 July.
Virgin Media Park / Musgrave Park (June–July)
Summer evenings come alive with open-air headliners:
The Saw Doctors (14 June)
Snow Patrol (19 June)
Madness featuring Ocean Colour Scene & The Frank & Walters (20 June)
Duran Duran + Nile Rodgers & Chic (1 July)
Cork Opera House – Summer Highlights
A vibrant mix of theatre, comedy and concerts:
Anna Breckon & Nat Randall’s The Second Woman (14–15 June)
Jarlath Regan (26–27 June)
Katherine Ryan: Battleaxe (28 June, sold out)
Anton & Giovanni – Together Again (2 July)
Mack Fleetwood 2025 (4 July)
Leo Sayer (13 July)
Plus exciting pop tributes, opera, and more.
Everyman Theatre – Spring/Summer 2025 Season
From live comedy to heartfelt music:
Comedians Jason Manford, Chris McCausland, Ardal O’Hanlon
Music artists: Eddi Reader, Jamie Duffy
Singalong series: Sunday Songbook and more.
As the summer buzz takes over Cork City, The Kingsley offers the perfect base to experience it all. Just minutes from Cork Opera House, the Everyman, and direct routes to Live at the Marquee and Musgrave Park, it combines location with luxury for music lovers and culture seekers alike. With stylish rooms, exceptional dining, and easy access to the city’s top venues, it’s the ultimate place to stay, unwind, and soak up the vibrant rhythm of Cork’s summer scene. Book your stay now and let The Kingsley be your soundtrack to summer 2025.
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