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The Dragon of Shandon 2025
Cork City, Co. Cork
31 October 2025
Family friendly
Free to visit
Re-emerging from the underworld at 7pm on Friday 31st October 2025, the 36-foot Dragon made by the hands of the Cork City community will once again prowl the streets of Cork City!

Escorted by her legion of loyal ghouls, beasts, misfits and spooky creatures, she will celebrate the ancient tradition of Samhain in a thrilling nighttime parade and Finale Show attracting thousands of spectators, young and old, to Cork City.

A true grassroots event that began by asking the people of Cork, what do you want in your city? The event has grown into a real-life urban legend and myth, showcasing a night for the community, built by and with the community of Cork City, it is The Dragon of Shandon that belongs to the people of Cork and CCAL need the support of the city to bring her back, bolder and brighter than ever!

Readers are advised to check with the organiser before relying on the details published here.

Event details
Venue
Cork City
Dates
31 October 2025
Time
Start 19:00
Price
0
Contact details
Shandon St, Cork, Ireland

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