11-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Irish Independent
Bodhráns at the ready, Cork is hosting the Fleadh!
From the 16 to 19 July, Munster Technological University throws its doors open to competitors, hosting competitions right across its campus, including the 1,200-seat MTU Arena, the Rory Gallagher Theatre, and the recently refurbished Carmine Building.
In addition, city centre events, such as the Fleadh launch concert scheduled to take place in the MTU Cork School of Music Curtis Theatre, will further enrich the cultural offerings available to the public.
This is the third time that MTU has had involvement in the competition, which brings lovers of Irish traditional music and dance in one spot to celebrate all things musical from our fine country.
300 volunteers will be taking part across the festival, including 80 adjudicators, as well as tutors and officials.
There will also be workshops for those looking to hone their craft, while a Fleadh Céilí will also get the public on their feet.
With just one week to go, we are really looking forward to welcoming the Fleadh Cheoil performers, their families, loved ones, friends, and the wider public to our campuses,' said MTU President, Professor Maggie Cusack.
'MTU is proud to play host to this vibrant celebration of Irish arts, music and culture. We look forward to opening our doors to the community and providing a welcoming, inclusive space for an event that highlights the richness of our cultural heritage and the vital role the arts play in community life'
If you want to learn more about the event, which opens this Friday at Cork City hall, you can visit
