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Cork Tradfest 1st February - 5th February 2010 University College Cork's traditional Irish music society present many of the country’s top musicians including a wide variety of events, from concerts to sessions, seminars and lectures.

Good Food Ireland Cork Week 8th February - 12th February 2010 Celebrate St.Valentine’s Week with Good Food Ireland Week Cork, for everyone who simply loves good local food.

Cork French Film Festival 28th February - 7th March 2010 An exciting weeklong bringing you a selection of superb screenings, cine-concerts, educational programmes, master-classes, conferences, speakers and competitions.

Cork St. Patrick's Festival 13th March - 17th March 2010 We are celebrating the holiday of our patron Saint with jugglers, clowns, monsters and music, so come and join the mayhem and madness in Cork!

Cork Lifelong Learning Festival 22nd March - 28th March 2010 The festival is the only one of its kind in Ireland - highlighting the variety of learning opportunities available in Cork City across all age groups, interests and abilities.

Racing Home For Easter Festival Mallow 3rd April - 5th April 2010 This Easter is set to be a feast of fun for all the family at Cork Racecourse Mallow. With a full racing programme, farmers markets and more.

Cork World Book Fest 21st April - 24th April 2010 A unique celebration of books and reading over four days in April.

Féile Átha Dá Chab 16th April - 18th April 2010 Ballydehob Traditional Music, Song and Dance Festival. Visitors to this traditional music weekend can expect workshops and concerts from Ireland's best traditional artists

Cork International Choral Festival 28th April - 2nd May 2010 Gala concerts, public performance and national / international competition as thousands of participants from across the world bring the city to life for a celebration of vocal music for 5 days.

Ballydehob Jazz Festival 30th April - 3rd May 2010 Great music in the bars and streets, and a street traders fair where you can sample good food and fine craftwork whilst enjoying the entertainment.

Bandon Music Festival May 2010 Dates TBC The festival for lovers of traditional and contemporary music, in its thirteenth year this year. Featuring Mundy, The Flaws & Mick Flannery.

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Ocean to City 5th June 2010 An exciting & spectacular Event, both on & off the water, the race covers a course from Crosshaven to Cork, finishing in spectacular style at Lapps Quay.

Innishannon Steam & Vintage Rally 6th June - 7th June 2010 Steam engines, tractors, military vehicles, oil engines, fire engines, motor cycles, fairground organs, amusements, pets corner, live music, set dancing, rural crafts and more.

Cork City Marathon 7th June 2010 Alongside the 26.2-mile marathon, the team relay makes this The Marathon for Everyone! An ideal event for charity fund-raising, runners, joggers and walkers of all levels.

Street Performance World Championships Cork 2010 TBC Sword swallowers, contortionists, aerial acts, magicians and human fountains from all four corners of the globe will compete centre stage at this free festival for all the family.

Cork Midsummer Festival 12th June - 27th June 2010 An annual 16-day summer celebration of contemporary arts and culture, combining local, national and international events to deliver unique experiences that appeal to everyone.

Shandon Street Festival 19th June 2010 Free family fun day, more details to follow.

Live at the Marquee 16th June - 1st August 2010 JLS, Kenny Rogers, Deep Purple, Mamma Mia, Dara O'Briain and many more set to appear in 2010.

West Cork Chamber Music Festival 25th June - 3rd July 2010 The Fifteenth West Cork Chamber Music Festival will celebrate the world of the string quartet with five international ensembles performing core works from the heart of the repertoire.

West Cork Literary Festival July 2010 TBC Pulitzer prize winner Annie Proulx, Irish author Jennifer Johnston, Poet Roger McGough, bestselling crime writer Martina Cole and journalist Nell McCafferty all featuring in the Maritime Hotel.

Cork Week 10th July - 16th July 2010 The success of Cork Week is found in the eclectic mix of classes, competitors, good courses, good company, the team of dedicated volunteers and the good humour of the 10,000 visitors.

Kinsale Arts Week 10th July - 18th July 2010 Every year the historic beauty spot of Kinsale is electrified by the best in art, music, spectacle, theatre, literature and family entertainment for nine sunny days in July.

Dhamsa Cork International Folk Dance Festival July 2010 TBC Bringing folk dance groups from some of the most diverse cultures throughout Europe and the world to perform in Cork.

Carrigtwohill Medieval Festival & Country Fair 3rd July - 4th July 2010 Jousters, Falconers, Threshing, Tractors, Archers and Dancers set in Barryscourt Castle, this magical new festival is set to become Munster's top contemporary Festival.

Beast of Ballyhoura 30th July - 2rd August 2010 Experience this unique 36+ hour non-stop adventure race, set in the ancient and magical countryside of north Cork. Prepare to meet your demons – both real and imagined.

Cork X Southwest August 2010 TBC Live music festival in Skibbereen - The Waterboys - Lisa Hannigan Band - Fred - John Spillane and many, many more.

Mitchelstown Music Festival August 2010 TBC The Blizzards, Cathy Davey, Gemma Hayes, FRED, The Flaws, Fight Like Apes and many more Free Gigs this bank holiday weekend!

Cobh Peoples Regatta August 2010 TBC Boating has long been a way of life here in Cobh. That's not surprising when the Island boasts the second biggest natural harbour in the world!

Decades Festival August 2010 The pubs of Cork city centre invite you to step back in time through the decades as they create an illusion of times past.

West Cork Bike Fest August 2010 TBC The 1st West Cork Bike Festival will feature something for everyone from families to Down Hill Mountain Bike Racers, including campng, great food and DJ's.

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Cape Clear International Storytelling Festival 3rd September - 5th September 2010 Enjoy superb storytelling and music in Cape Clear's spectacular scenic surroundings. The festival offers a mix of international fame and multicultural diversity for all.

Cork Harbour Open Day September 2010 TBC The best of Cork Harbour with family events around the harbour on & off the water; food/craft markets, sailing, rowing, treasure hunts, access to naval ships, walking/orienteering, cycling, music & more!

Midleton Food & Drink Festival 11th September 2010 Showcasing and celebrating the best of South & East Corks' producers & suppliers of excellent food and drink, as well as local crafts, exhibitions, music, stories and entertainment for all the family.

Taste of West Cork Food Festival 13th September - 20th September 2010 The Taste of West Cork food festival brings together a unique mix of food markets, demonstrations, cookery competitions, special dinners, brunches & banquets.

East Cork Early Music Festival 15th September - 19th September 2010 The leading festival of its kind in Ireland will once again offer a feast of concerts over five days in September, in glorious venues from Cork city to Youghal.

Munster Literature Festival 15th September - 19th September 2010 The Frank O'Connor International Short Story Festival is the longest established annual festival dedicated to the form in the English-speaking world.

Clonakilty International Guitar Festival 16th September - 19th September 2010 A huge array of national & international virtuosos and innovative guitarists will once again descend on the seaside town of Clonakilty!

Culture Night September 2010 TBC Theatres, galleries, observatories, prisons, historic houses & museums of Cork are staying open late to put on a range of special programmes for one night only. With over 50 venues, 150 events, let the culture flow.

Cork 2009 Evening Echo Women's Mini Marathon 26th September 2010 Munster's premier 4 mile road race.

Beamish Cork Folk Festival 30th September - 3rd October 2010 The Cork Folk Festival's annual objective is straightforward - to present the best of local, national, and international folk and traditional music, song and dance on Leeside.

Kinsale Gourmet Festival October 2010 TBC The oldest food festival in Ireland! Sample mouthwatering dishes set in the picturesque sailing and fishing town of Kinsale, The Gourmet Capital of Ireland.

Guiness Cork Jazz Festival 22nd October - 25th October 2010 From modest beginnings, the Guinness Cork Jazz Festival has become one of Europe's top Jazz Festivals and has hosted a "who's who" of international performers over the past 31 years.

Corona Cork Film Festival 7th November - 14th November 2010 Corona Cork Film Festival is Ireland's oldest and largest film event, established in 1956 to bring to Irish audiences the best of international cinema and to showcase new Irish cinema.

Polish Culture Festival Cork 2009 November 2010 Dates TBC A celebration of Polish Culture in Cork and beyond. Further details will be available shortly.

Art Trail November 2010 Dates TBC The Art Trail 2009 theme is 'Rediscovering Locality'. Art Trail is a unique annual opportunity to experience the work of contemporary artists in Cork.

A Christmas Celebration on the Grand Parade December 2010 TBC Experience the magic of Christmas on Cork's Grand Parade, a unique free event, presented by Cork City Council. Running weekends in December prior to Christmas.

Carrigaline Wren Boys Street Carnival 26th December 2010 Traditional musicians, singers and dancers in bright colourful costumes and straw suits create great excitement at this traditional St. Stephen's Day Event.