THERE'S plenty to look forward to across West Cork, and we've compiled a list of exciting things to do to help you make the most of the weekend ahead.
This week's events include the Ballydehob Trad Fest, The SpongeBob musical, Bantry AC's flying 5-mile road race, Gaggin's community fundraising walk and Ahiohill's community cleanup.
Here are five things to do in West Cork this weekend.
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Ballydehob Traditional Music Festival - Friday, April 11th - Sunday, April 13th
Ballydehob is hosting its 20th traditional music festival this weekend, and it is one not to be missed.
There is a festival concert with The Máirtín O'Connor Trio on the Friday.
There are also traditional session trails, over the shop counter concerts, singing workshops, festival Céilí, recitals and album launches.
For more information and to book tickets, please visit https://www.ballydehobtradfest.com/.
The SpongeBob Musical - Saturday, April 12th - Sunday, April 13th
Baltimore Amateur Drama Group presents The SpongeBob Musical, a massive Broadway production in all its glory.
Tickets are on sale in Bushes Bar, Baltimore, Thornhill’s Electrical and Violette in Skibbereen for 9 performances over Easter 2025, with the opening night on Saturday 12th April.
All performances are in the Baltimore Community Hall (Fr Cashman Hall).
Bantry AC's Flying 5-mile road race - Sunday, April 13th
Run a section of the Wild Atlantic Way, along the scenic Sheep’s Head / Rooska loop and an opportunity to run on Bantry Airstrip, at the waters edge.
Tickets can be purchased here.
Gaggin Community Fundraising Walk - Sunday, April 13th
Join your friends and neighbours for an enjoyable walk and help raise funds for a very worthy local cause.
Donations can be made on registration from 10.30am at Gaggin Community Hall.
All proceeds go to West Cork Rapid Response.
Ahiohill Community Cleanup - Saturday, April 12th
Why not partake in the community cleanup event, which takes place at the Ahiohill GAA pitch from 11am.
Wear your team colours and pitch in.
Refreshments are available in the hall after the event.
BONUS THING TO SEE AND DO
Kinsale Street Feast 2025 with Kinsale Food Tours - Saturday, April 12th
The Kinsale Food Tours Street Feast kicks off this Saturday, April 12th from 1pm to 4pm along the streets of Kinsale and its set to be the biggest one yet with over 30 stalls this year.
