As the leaves turn gold and the air grows crisp, autumn in Cork offers its own kind of magic, and there’s no better place to experience it than from The Kingsley. Whether you’re here for music, indulgence, or seasonal charm, here are five can’t-miss things to enjoy when you stay with us this autumn.
Cork Jazz Festival 2025: Live Music Just Minutes Away
Autumn means jazz in Cork and few celebrations rival the energy, creativity, and style of the Guinness Cork Jazz Festival taking place from 23rd–27th October 2025. Stay at The Kingsley and you’re perfectly placed: just minutes from the city’s headline venues, intimate bars, and pop-up stages.Highlights in the wider programme include world‑class acts like Cymande, JP Cooper, and Orchestra Baobab. These artists bring funk, soul, jazz, and brass‐driven soundscapes to Cork in inspiring ways.
At the hotel itself, join us for Sunset Sessions at Perch, a Jazz Weekend Special. Live music, cocktails, sharing plates and beautiful views. An evening made for soaking in the season.
Halloween Afternoon Tea: Sweet & Spooky Delights
From 25th to 31st October, indulge in our Halloween Afternoon Tea, a seasonal twist on a beloved indulgence. Expect elegant treats with autumnal flavours, rich teas, and delicious bites all with a spooky twist. As you indulge in this eerie-themed offering, you can sit back and admire the changing season on display with spectacular views of the Lee fields and river. It’s the ideal afternoon treat whether you’re travelling with friends, family, or seeking a quiet, charming moment for two.
For a charming autumnal outing, head to the Pick-a-Pumpkin Harvest Festival at Field of Dreams in Curraheen this October. Wander through the pumpkin patch, select your perfect gourd, and enjoy seasonal treats, games, and the cosy café all for a great cause. Just a short drive from The Kingsley, it’s an ideal way to soak up the spirit of the season, crisp air, colourful leaves, and all the autumn magic you could ask for.
Spa & Thermal Escape: The Spa at The Kingsley
For those seeking quiet luxury, our spa is a refuge this season. Begin with the Thermal Suite: heated loungers, salt room, tropical showers, steam & heat rooms. Let these spaces reset your pace and calm the senses.
Then consider one of our newly updated signature spa treatments, tailored to restore, ground, or energise as you prefer.
Let autumn’s rhythms guide you: slow mornings, restorative rituals, a deep exhale.
The Dragon of Shandon & City Magic
When dusk falls, Cork comes alive with stories, lights, and creative spirit.
On 31st October, don’t miss The Dragon of Shandon, Cork’s annual Halloween parade. Expect puppets, dancers, art, and community spirit weaving through the streets, a hauntingly beautiful tribute to folklore and imagination.
Wander the city’s winding lanes lit soft with lanterns, drop into local cafés, galleries, or even a spooky storytelling event or special movie screening.
Autumn is more than a season, its a time that is a promise of good things to come. Music, warmth, flavour, and moments both grand and small. And here at The Kingsley, every detail is crafted so your stay feels cosy, warm and uniquely yours.
