Cork Folk Festival has been taking place annually since 1979 at locations thoughout the City. This eclectic event features the best of traditional Irish and folk music. Throughout the weekend audiences can sample set dancing, sean nós dancing, bluegrass and cajun music, singers’ club and singer songwriters and concerts and pub sessions. The highlight of each festival takes place on the Grand Parade on Sunday afternoon of the festival. 5,000 dancers gather to take part in Ireland's largest ...