Keeping Cork Active
Keeping Cork Active

Cork European Week of Sport 2026

Get Ready to #BeActive During European Week of Sport in Cork

From 23 to 30 September, people across Cork are invited to get moving and discover new ways to be active as part of European Week of Sport 2026. This annual European-wide celebration of sport and physical activity encourages people of all ages, abilities and backgrounds to embrace a healthier, more active lifestyle through a wide range of fun and inclusive activities. 

Throughout the week, Cork Sports Partnership and local clubs, community groups and organisations will be hosting events across the county, giving everyone the opportunity to try something new, reconnect with physical activity and experience the many benefits of sport and movement. Whether you’re looking to take your first steps towards a more active lifestyle or are already a regular participant, there’s something for everyone during this year’s campaign. Under the theme#BeActive Your Way, European Week of Sport celebrates the power of movement and aims to inspire more people to get active in ways that work for them.

Explore the activities taking place across Cork below and join thousands of people across Ireland and Europe in celebrating European Week of Sport.

Learn More About Ongoing Programmes During EWOS

Ongoing Programmes

Underwater Hockey Programme | Mayfield

  • Dates: Wed, 7th Oct – Wed 11th Nov
  • Time: 7.40 – 8.40pm
  • Duration: 6 weeks
  • Who: Men & Women 18+
  • Venue: Mayfield Sports Complex
  • Cost: €120 includes snorkel & mask | €90 students

>>> More Info <<<

Try Tennis | Dromahane

Adult Touch Rugby | Sundays Well

Adult Fencing Programme | Hollyhill

Programme Details:

  • Start Date: Wed, 16th Sept
  • Venue: James Kenneally Sports Hall, Hollyhill Ln, Cork. T23W880
  • Time: 6-8pm for 8 weeks
  • Cost: €100pp
  • Who: Men & Women 18+
  • Note: No experience required, all equipment will be provided
  • Contact: [email protected] with any questions or to book your place

Youth beginners Snooker Programme | Cork City

Programme Details:

  • Start Date: Sat, 26th Sept
  • Duration: 4 Saturdays
  • Time: 9-10am each week
  • Venue: Crucible Snooker Club
  • For who: Boys & Girls ages 12-17yo
  • Limited places!!

Register now: eventmaster.ie/event/nzqPIplH0v

Beginners Table Tennis Programme | Hollyhill

Session Details:

  • Date: 6 Wednesdays starting 30th Sept 2026
  • Venue: James Kenneally Sports Hall, Hollyhill Lane, Hollyhill (Click here for directions)
  • Time: 8.15-10.15pm
  • Who: Adults Men & Women
  • Cost: €15 all equipment is provided

Register now here: https://eventmaster.ie/event/BPPGS23c8j

Ready, Set, Run Programme | Blackrock

Programme Details:

  • Starts Mon, 21st Sept
  • Ashton School, Blackrock
  • 7-8pm each week
  • Men & women 18+
  • 8 Week programme
  • Register: Click here>>>

Pickleball Programme | Blackrock

  • Venue: Ashton School Blackrock
  • Date: Wed, 23rd Sept
  • Time: Beginners 6.30-8pm & Advanced 8-930pm
  • Who: Mixed Men & Women (18+)
  • Register here: Click here>>>

Badminton Programme | Blackrock

Programme Details:

  • Starts Tues, 22nd Sept 2026
  • Ashton School, Blackrock
  • Beginners 7-8pm Each Week
  • Improvers 8-9pm Each Week
  • Men & Women 18+
  • 8 Week Programme
  • Register: Click here>>>

Womens Beginners Hockey Programme | Blackrock

Programme Details:

  • Start Date: Thurs, 24th Sept
  • Duration: 10 Weeks
  • Venue: Ashton School Sports Hall, Blackrock
  • Time: 6.30-7.45pm
  • Ages: Women 18+
  • Register: Click here>>>

Womens Beginners Volleyball Programme | Blackrock

Programme Details:

  • Start Date: Starting Thurs, 24th Sept for 10 Thursdays
  • Venue: Ashton School, Blackrock
  • Time: 8.-9.30pm
  • Who: Adult Women
  • Cost: €55, all equipment is provided

Register now here: https://ashtonadulteducation.ie/categories/sports/

For queries or questions email James at: [email protected]

Beginners Golf Programme | Blackrock

Programme Details:

  • Starts Tues 22nd Sept (SOLD OUT)
  • Ashton School, Blackrock
  • 6-7pm each week
  • Men & women 18+
  • 5 Week programme
  • Register: Click here>>>

Beginners Bowls Programme | Blackrock

Tennis Programme | Garryduff

Programme Details:

  • Starts Thurs 24th Sept (SOLD OUT)
  • Garryduff Sports Centre
  • 10am beginners
  • 11am improvers
  • Men & women 18+
  • 8 Week programmes
  • Register: Click here>>>
  • Queries email: [email protected]

Beginners Pickleball Programme | Ballincollig

  • Venue: Ballincollig Community School
  • Start Date: Wed, 16th Sept
  • Duration: 6 Weeks
  • Time: Beginners 6.30-7.45pm
  • Time: Intermediate 7.45-9pm
  • Who: Mixed Men & Women (18+)
  • Register here: Click here>>>

Beginners Golf Programme | Frankfield

Programme Details:

  • Starts Thurs 24th Sept
  • Frankfield Driving Range
  • 6-7pm each week or 7-8pm each week
  • Men & women 18+
  • 5 Week programme
  • Register: Click here>>>

Couch to 3km | Bishopstown

Pickleball | Bishopstown

  • Bishopstown Community School
  • Tuesday September 29th
  • 7:30pm & 8:30pm
  • More Info

Chair Yoga | Bishopstown

Adult Badminton | Bishopstown

Strength & Mobility | Bishopstown

  • Bishopstown Community School
  • Wednesday September 23rd 
  • 6:30pm
  • More Info

 

Family Fun Orienteering | Tramore Valley Park

  • Tramore Valley Park
  • Sunday September 27th
  • 10:30am
  • More Info

 

Family Fun Orienteering | UCC

Beginners Tennis Programmes | Lakewood

Lakewood Tennis Club

Sat 12th Sept

4pm & 5pm

More Info

Adult Touch Rugby | Sundays Well

Sundays Well RFC

Friday September 25th

7.30pm

More Info

 

 

Saturday September 26th

#BeActive Sportsfest Tramore Valley Park

As part of the European Week of Sport 2026, Cork Sports Partnership through the Active Cities initiative are delighted to host the #BeActive SportsFest on Sat, 26th Sept in Tramore Valley Park. This event is free and open to the general public with something for all ages!

This Sportsfest celebration will bring together National Governing Bodies of Sport, Clubs & Sports to provide a fun-filled evening of activities for people of all ages and abilities to enjoy!

Find One In Your Local Pool

Free Family Swims

Fermoy Swimming Pool

  • September: Thursday 24th
  • 6:00pm & 7:00pm
  • Limited spaces per session
  • Bring: Swimsuit, swim hat, towel

>>> Book Here <<< 

Leisureworld Bishopstown

  • September: Friday 25th & Saturday 26th 
  • 6:00pm & 4:45pm
  • Limited spaces per session
  • Bring: Swimsuit, swim hat, towel

>>> Book Here <<< 

Leisureworld Churchfield

  • September: Sunday 27th & Wednesday 30th 
  • 4:45pm & 6:00pm
  • Limited spaces per session
  • Bring: Swimsuit, swim hat, towel

>>> Book Here <<< 

Coral Leisure Cobh

  • September: Saturday 26th & Sunday 27th 
  • 2:00pm
  • Limited spaces per session
  • Bring: Swimsuit, swim hat, towel

>>> Book Here <<< 

Aura Leisure Centre Youghal

  • September: Monday 28th 
  • 5:30pm
  • Limited spaces per session
  • Bring: Swimsuit, swim hat, towel

>>> Book Here <<< 

Events For Students And Teachers

Schools Events

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Back 2 School Walking Challenge

Cork Sports Partnership and Get Ireland Walking are delighted to launch the Back 2 School Walking Challenge 2026 for primary schools, secondary schools and youth groups across Cork.

>>> More Info <<<

Volleyball Teachers Course | September 22nd

  • Date: Tues, 22nd Sept
  • Venue: Fr Matthews Arena Bishopstown
  • Resource Pack: 3 x volleyballs, 1 x net band, coaching manual
  • Time: 10am-1pm
  • Cost: €25 per teacher, one pack per school (additional teacher places are free)

>>> Book Here <<<

Secondary Schools Lacrosse Blitz | September 23rd

Venue: Nemo Rangers Gaa

Date: Wed 23rd Sept

Time: 9am-2pm

Info: [email protected]

Secondary Schools Lacrosse Blitz | September 25th

Venue: Colaiste Cholim Ballincollig

Date: Fri 25th Sept

Time: 9am-2pm

Info: [email protected]

Schools Athletics Festival | October 2nd

Venue: Mardyke

Date: 2nd October

Time: Full Day

Info: [email protected]

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