Cork Midsummer Festival is an annual multi-disciplinary arts festival that uses the city as its backdrop and inspiration. It provides high-quality arts events, both national and international, for audiences of all ages. Its programme provides opportunities for significant public participation and engagement, supports the development of emerging artists across all artforms, and provides a unique platform for work by local and national artists.
Public Transport
- Local transport: Cork Midsummer Festival festivals audiences use Bus Éireann local services where possible when traveling into and around Cork city
- National transport: CityLink provide regular services from Cork to Limerick, Galway, and Dublin as well as other points along those routes
Parking
- We have partnered with Q-Park to provide an exclusive discount at their safe and secure car parks in Cork. Pre-book online and use promo code CMFEST15 to receive 15% discount on the online prices. Pre-book online here.
This year the festival is providing access details in our brochure and online about its sites and venues in relation to their:
- Wheelchair accessibility (All venues accessible with the exception of The Pav and J. Nolan Stationary)
- Ear Defenders will be available to borrow
- Assistive listening systems (Available at Cork Opera House)
Sensory Kits
In 2025, we introduced Midsummer Sensory Kits - Popits, Fidget Spinner, Stress Ball and Ear Defenders - available for reservation and collection from our box office. Ear Defenders are also available in venues to borrow during shows.
The festival brochure is also available as a PDF which can be used as a large print version – click here or contact info@corkmidsummer.com for a copy.
If you need any further assistance regarding accessibility, please contact Susan Holland, Head of Participation and Engagement at susan@corkmidsummer.com.
Cork Midsummer Festival and all venue partners and stakeholders commit to maintaining the safest possible environment for all staff, teams, artists and patrons during the festival.
It is our aim to create a safe environment for our festival in this ever changing and challenging time. The safety of our teams, staff and audience is and will always be our priority to ensure we have a safe, creative and enjoyable Cork Midsummer Festival.
For queries or enquiries or just some reassurance on our policies, please feel free to contact us at info@corkmidsummer.com
Got a bit of spare time on your hands? Like to get more involved in the festival? Or maybe you run a business and are looking for a volunteering activity to bring all your employees together?
We occasionally require volunteers (ages 18+) at Cork Midsummer Festival to assist with a range of activities from stewarding to market research. Volunteering is a great way to see some of our exciting events and meet new people at the same time! To register your interest and for more information contact volunteers@corkmidsummer.com.