Cork City is set to come alive this evening as Fleadh Cheoil na Mumhan 2025 begins, bringing with it a week-long celebration of traditional Irish music, dance, song, and storytelling. Running from 12–19 July, this marks the largest provincial festival of its kind, drawing performers, families, and visitors from across Munster and beyond.
The festivities officially launch tonight with an opening ceremony at Cork City Hall, followed by a special concert by acclaimed traditional group Téada at the MTU Cork School of Music on Union Quay. Throughout the week, attendees can enjoy a rich cultural programme, including concerts, workshops, storytelling, and street performances. Highlights range from children’s singing workshops and sean-nós dancing to walking tours of Cork, Ogham carving, and a traditional music trail weaving through the city.
Pubs across Cork will also host lively music sessions, ensuring the festival atmosphere reaches every corner of the city. Meanwhile, the MTU Bishopstown Campus will be the centre of competitive events, as talented musicians, singers and dancers from across Munster vie for a place at Fleadh Cheoil na hÉireann.
With its vibrant mix of tradition and community spirit, Fleadh Cheoil na Mumhan 2025 promises to be a major highlight in Ireland’s cultural calendar and a strong draw for both domestic and international visitors.
Speaking ahead of Fleadh Cheoil na Mumhan, Niall MacCarthy, Cork Airport’s Managing Director, said: “Cork Airport is delighted to be the major sponsor of Fleadh Cheoil na Mumhan 2025, as part of our Community Fund programme. We have a long-standing relationship with Comhaltas. Groups of musicians, young and old, regularly perform at the airport, gaining experience in performing for large crowds. Our passengers love traditional Irish music, which differentiates and showcases our national culture and keeps proud musical traditions alive.“
Welcoming the support of Cork Airport for Fleadh Cheoil na Mumhan, Ger O’Driscoll, Cathaoirleach, Fleadh Cheoil na Mumhan said: “Fleadh Cheoil na Mumhan 2025, through its extensive programme of events, will create opportunities where people of all ages and backgrounds can connect together through the shared love of music, song & dance, and feel welcomed into a living expression of Irish identity. Fleadh Cheoil na Mumhan 2025 will be a joyful gathering of people that strengthens bonds, fosters a sense of belonging, and keeps our cultural traditions alive and thriving. This is particularly true here in Cork City, a city that celebrates culture and people equally.“
