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What’s On in West Cork – February 2026

Welcome to the February edition of What’s On In West Cork.

With love in the air, Inchydoney Hotel, Clonakilty and The Maritime, Bantry are both holding wedding fairs this month. Ann Marie Butler, chef/proprietor of Wild Garlic@Fado, Bantry has donated a tasty supper recipe for two. Paradise Flowers of Bantry have kindly sponsored a competition for a mixed bouquet of flowers.

Michelle O’Mahony, our history columnist, traces the story of the radio – Wavelengths Through Time. Our next edition will be published in early March when we look forward to many Spring activities and events.

Until then.

News, History and Articles

Guiness Cork Jazz Festival - poster - cork skyline with event dates and branding

Guinness Cork Jazz Festival Launches 2025 programme – New Acts Announced

One of Europe’s most celebrated music events, the Guinness Cork Jazz Festival, has launched its 2025 programme, which takes place this October Bank Holiday weekend (23–27 October). Now in its…

INCHIGEELA FESTIVAL 2025 - social media banner

🎉 Inchigeela Festival 2025: A Celebration of Music, Community, and Tradition

The countdown is on for the 14th annual Inchigeela Festival, returning this August with six unforgettable nights of music and community spirit. Running from Friday, August 15th to Sunday, August…

Cork chefs Pamela Kelly (Farmgate Café), Takashi Miyazaki (Ichigo Ichie & Miyazaki), and Aishling Moore (Goldie) at the launch of Cork on a Fork Fest in The English Market.

Love is on the Menu – Cork on a Fork 2025 – A Thoughtful and Tasty Romantic Date

Serving Up the Ultimate ‘Day & Night Date’ Experiences at Cork on a Fork This summer, fall in love with food, Cork City, and maybe even each other, at Cork…

Three Musician taking part in a Trad Music Session at Bandon Walled Town Festival

Bandon Walled Town Festival 2025: Celebrating the Past, Enriching the Present

This August, Bandon proudly welcomes the return of the 14th Annual Bandon Walled Town Festival, running from August 16th to 24th. A much-anticipated highlight of the local calendar, the festival…

Titanic Memorial in Cobh

Cobh Marks Titanic’s 113th Anniversary with Ceremony and First Cruise Ship Arrival

Cobh Marks Titanic’s 113th Anniversary with Ceremony and First Cruise Ship Arrival on April 13th, 2025 On Sunday April 13th, 2025, the town of Cobh in County Cork will hold…

Say ‘I Do’ at Inchydoney Island Lodge & Spa

Say ‘I Do’ at Inchydoney Island Lodge & Spa – Discover Your Dream Wedding by the Sea

With an enviable location by the sea, the resort offers a stunning coastal setting for weddings with breathtaking views of the Atlantic Ocean. This picturesque location provides a romantic atmosphere,…

We have a range of articles, news and press releases about things happening around West Cork. Our favourite historian, Michelle O’Mahony, writes regular articles on local, West Cork history, feel free to have a browse and if you like what you read share it with your friends.

Discover West Cork

Every inch of West Cork is filled with it’s own hidden gems, you can click on the images above to see each town, things to do there, places to stay, a range of dining opportunities as well as some of the retail options in these towns.