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The Holland Park section and new playground in Marina Park opened in early July to an enthusiastic welcome from the young and young at heart.

Cork City Council, in partnership with the HSE Southwest and the National Cancer Control Programme, has launched a new public health initiative to provide free sunscreen dispensers in four city parks as part of a pilot programme to promote sun safety and reduce the risk of skin cancer.

Cork City Council, in partnership with Galtymore Homes, has announced the launch of a new Affordable Housing Scheme, at Carraig Dún, Killeens, conveniently located less than 6kms from Cork City Centre.

With the city and county painted red and All-Ireland excitement at fever pitch, Cork City Council and Cork GAA are appealing to fans to use their ‘Rebels’ Fanzone’ tickets.

In 2025, Cork City Council awarded €992,550 in grants to 90 arts and cultural organisations across the professional and voluntary sectors in Cork city. A further €169,000 was distributed in artist’s bursaries and project awards to city artists.

Rebels’ Fanzone tickets are now available for supporters looking to enjoy the All-Ireland Hurling Championship final at SuperValu Páirc Uí Chaoimh on Sunday, 20 July.

The Part 8 Planning pubic consultation on the proposed Mary Street, Douglas Street & White Street Public Realm Enhancement Scheme opened on 12 June. The scheme seeks to improve the South Parish area, aiming to restore its "village within the city" atmosphere from times past.

August Festivals and Events

LEO Cork City is inviting applications from small / micro businesses in the Craft & Design Sector in Cork City to exhibit at Showcase 2026 – Ireland’s Creative Expo - which attracts domestic and international buyers, and offers the best of Ireland’s creativity.

Councillor Fergal Dennehy Elected as the new Lord Mayor of Cork