22 Oct 2024
Cork’s 46th Jazz Festival returns this week!
Up to 100,000 people expected to attend this year’s Guinness Cork Jazz Festival
The Guinness Cork Jazz Festival, taking place over the October Bank Holiday weekend (24th–28th October), will have Cork in full swing once again as the festival brings electric vibes to the stages and streets of Cork City.
With headliners including Gregory Porter, Mary Coughlan and Buena Vista All Stars already sold out, new acts have been added to the already impressive line-up.
A new show has just been announced for Cork Opera House – a Hot Chip (DJ set) on Friday 25th October. Other new performances include Kean Kavanagh (with support from Amy Michelle), Gaby Moreno, Soft World | DJ Biblical Plague, Brién & Soft Boy DJs, FoxGluv | JWY, Charlotte Walsh & HopeDiesHere, The South got something to say – unkle-zeh & frndz, DJ Saidi, Stevie G, and Fixitywith support from Bog Jazz. Tickets are on sale now on guinnesscorkjazz.com.
1 city, 5 days, 500+ artists, 100+ events, 99+ venues
Now in its 46th year, the jam-packed week of thrilling performances features the finest international jazz artists and rising Irish talent. Highlights include an exclusive curated show – We Almost Lost Detroit – The Music of Gil Scott-Heron and Brian Jackson – with Brian Jackson himself.
The festival is showcasing emerging Irish talent combining elements of soul, jazz, hip-hop, and R&B in their work. These include Shiv, F3miii, Curtisy, Projective, DeCarteret, AbbieLee & Catherine, Cooks But We’re Chefs & Rachael Mae Hannon. There’s also lots of excitement around performances from Le Boom, jarjar_jr, and Todd Terje.
This year’s festival will also see Tom Keating present Flash Harry: A Celebration of Queen, Mad Ferritt – The Definitive Oasis Tribute, and Jenny Greene & Special Guests, along with Mack Fleetwood at Cork City Hall.
For a unique experience, hop on board the Brass Band Boat Cruises, in partnership with The Good Room. French masked brass band Santa Machete and Cork’s Rebel Brass will bring lively performances aboard Cork Harbour Cruises, turning the river into a floating stage over the jazz weekend.
A unique celebration marking 85 years of the Jazz festival.
Guinness Cork Jazz Festival, ChoiceCuts and TheRecordHub.com will also host a unique celebration marking 85 years of the jazz label. Blue Note Records will host an immersive exhibition titled 85 Years Of Blue Note at the historic St. Peter’s Cork for the duration of the festival. The interactive exhibit will feature the label’s iconic artwork and the label’s first-ever Irish pop-up store curated in collaboration with The Record Hub.
The expanded jazz music trail will offer free performances in 72 pubs and clubs throughout, and the ever-popular Big Fringe also returns. Organised by the local Cork Jazz Festival Committee, the FREE program will feature impromptu soulful moments of jazz, big brass bands, and spontaneous performances. Young and old are encouraged to join in the fun as Cork comes alive with the sounds of incredible live jazz.
Finally, don’t miss the excitement at the Metropole Hotel. The original home of the festival, where the iconic Metropole Festival Club will host show-stopping performances throughout the weekend.
Following a record-breaking 2023, this year promises to be even bigger, with over 100,000 attendees expected. Performances spanning 99 venues across Cork, Douglas, and Kinsale with more than 500 artists. Expect surprise appearances, late night jam parties, unique venues, and an electrifying festival vibe over the weekend. Whether you’re a seasoned jazz enthusiast or just love the festival atmosphere, the Guinness Cork Jazz Festival offers a perfect balance of world-class jazz and crowd-pleasing performances, complete with boat trips, surprise appearances, and an electrifying vibe.
Tickets are on sale at www.guinnesscorkjazz.com, which is packed with all the information and latest news that festival goers need. Hurry before you miss out! Or follow the festival on @guinnesscorkjazz #GuinnessCorkJazz. The Guinness Cork Jazz Festival is supported by Diageo, Fáilte Ireland, Cork City Council and Cork Airport. For more on the festival or to book tickets see GuinnessJazzfestival.com.
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