Top Unmissable Festive Activities in Cork
The Cork Opera House Panto
The annual Cork Panto is not to be missed and is a wonderful festive tradition for all to enjoy. This year, join Cinderella and
a cast of charming companions for a dazzling show filled with vibrant colors, enchanting costumes, live magical music,
stunning dance routines, and a wealth of hearty laughs! The same Panto 'dream team' that delivered the spectacular Jack
and the Beanstalk in 2023 is back to enchant the Cork Opera House stage from November 27th 2024 to January 19, 2025!
Visit Santa at Blarney Castle
Visit Santa at Magical Blarney at the Blarney Woollen Mills. Little ones will enjoy the magic of Santa’s cabin and each child will receive a special gift along with some fun phots taken with Santa. It is a great experience for all the family.
Christmas Day at Hayfield Manor
Christmas Day at Hayfield Manor begins with our delicious famous full Irish breakfast. Take time to relax and spend the morning in the luxury of your room or find a cosy corner in one of our resident's lounges. Christmas Day celebrations commence with a sparkling champagne toast which precedes Traditional Christmas Lunch- a gourmet spectacle featuring all of your festive favourites. As the day advances, excitement begins to build as we await the arrival of Santa Claus who surprises our enthralled junior guests with a bespoke gift for each one. The evening culminates with a light buffet supper, afterwards take refuge in a cosy armchair and relax by the fire with family and new found friends to enjoy the enchanting tones of classical piano, or retire to the peace and luxury of your bedroom for the final hours of Christmas night.
Discover The Ultimate Christmas Experience at Hayfield Manor here.
Sale Shopping on 26th December
Enjoy the excitement & bustle of the first day of the sales season in Cork city. Hayfield Manor is a short stroll from town where you will find everything from books, jewellery, music and fashion along with large retail stores such as Brown Thomas and Flannels. St. Patrick Street, Opera Lane & Oliver Plunkett Street have loads to offer so soak up the atmosphere and bag a few bargains!
St Stephen’s night out on the town
Experience the bustling nightlife in Cork on St. Stephen’s night. From traditional Irish pubs to cosmopolitan cocktail bars, Cork has a diverse range of bars and pubs to offer, ensuring a venue to suit your preference. Hayfield Manor is close to all the action due to its central location. Narrow streets and laneways filled with unique pubs, clubs and live music venues make up the landscape of Cork so find a cosy corner and soak up the vibrant atmosphere.