The Dragon of Shandon 2026 — 20th Anniversary
Sat 31 Oct · 19:00
Shandon and Cork City Centre
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The Dragon of Shandon 2020th Anniversary event occurs on 31 October 2026 in Shandon and Cork City Centre. The 36-foot community-made Dragon emerges at 7:00 PM to join illuminated floats and performers along the city-centre route.
Cork’s spectacular Dragon of Shandon returns for its 20th anniversary on Halloween night. The 36-foot community-made Dragon emerges from Shandon at 7:00 PM, joined by illuminated floats, giant puppets, performers, community groups and a finale show as thousands gather along the city-centre route. Free to watch in the public streets. GetEvents Local Event Guide is not the organiser; please check the official source before travelling.
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The Dragon of Shandon 2026 — 20th Anniversary takes place on Saturday, 31 October 2026 at 19:00.
The Dragon of Shandon 2026 — 20th Anniversary is held at Shandon and Cork City Centre in Cork (Church Street, Shandon, Cork).
Entry to The Dragon of Shandon 2026 — 20th Anniversary is free.
Yes — hotels within walking distance of Shandon and Cork City Centre can be compared using the accommodation search further down this page.
Tickets for The Dragon of Shandon 2026 — 20th Anniversary can be booked via getevents.ie using the "Check Tickets & Live Prices" button on this page, which opens the official booking site in a new tab.
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The Dragon of Shandon 2020th Anniversary event occurs on 31 October 2026 in Shandon and Cork City Centre. The 36-foot community-made Dragon emerges at 7:00 PM to join illuminated floats and performers along the city-centre route.
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Cork’s spectacular Dragon of Shandon returns for its 20th anniversary on Halloween night. The 36-foot community-made Dragon emerges from Shandon at 7:00 PM, joined by illuminated floats, giant puppets, performers, community groups and a finale show as thousands gather along the city-centre route. Free to watch in the public streets. GetEvents Local Event Guide is not the organiser; please check the official source before travelling.
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Hotels within walking distance of Shandon and Cork City Centre. Searching near Church Street, Shandon, Cork; check-in Saturday, 31 October 2026.
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WhereShandon and Cork City Centre
Church Street, Shandon, Cork
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When is The Dragon of Shandon 2026 — 20th Anniversary?
The Dragon of Shandon 2026 — 20th Anniversary takes place on Saturday, 31 October 2026 at 19:00.
Where is The Dragon of Shandon 2026 — 20th Anniversary taking place?
The Dragon of Shandon 2026 — 20th Anniversary is held at Shandon and Cork City Centre in Cork (Church Street, Shandon, Cork).
How much are tickets for The Dragon of Shandon 2026 — 20th Anniversary?
Entry to The Dragon of Shandon 2026 — 20th Anniversary is free.
Is there anywhere to stay near The Dragon of Shandon 2026 — 20th Anniversary?
Yes — hotels within walking distance of Shandon and Cork City Centre can be compared using the accommodation search further down this page.
How do I get tickets for The Dragon of Shandon 2026 — 20th Anniversary?
Tickets for The Dragon of Shandon 2026 — 20th Anniversary can be booked via getevents.ie using the "Check Tickets & Live Prices" button on this page, which opens the official booking site in a new tab.
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