Lord Mayor of Cork Cllr Fergal Dennehy and Lady Mayoress Karen Brennan with Ruth Lynch, Nuala Stewart and Eanna O’Sullivan of Cork City Council; Lorraine Egan and Helen Cashell of Horizons; Sharon O’Neill, Cork Life Cafe; Tim O’Mahony, Irish Guide Dogs for the Blind and Dara O’Shea, St Luke’s Home as this year’s Lord Mayor’s Ball was launched. Photo: Brian Lougheed

Having a ball!

Niamh Aine Ryan

Published: Thu 16 Apr 2026, 9:38 AM

Last updated: Thu 16 Apr 2026, 9:55 AM

Glad rags and dickie bows at the ready as this year’s Lord Mayor’s Charity Ball is taking shape.

This much anticipated black tie gala event promises to be one of the social highlights of the year, bringing together members of the public, business community, and civic life for a memorable night of celebration, generosity, and entertainment, all in support of four outstanding local and national charities:

· Irish Guide Dogs for the Blind

· St Luke’s Home, Cork

· The Life Centre

· Horizons Cork.

Guests can look forward to a sparkling evening beginning with a drinks reception, followed by a superb four course dinner, a lively raffle with fantastic prizes, and a night of dancing and entertainment with the popular live band Route 66, renowned for keeping dance floors full into the early hours.

Speaking ahead of the event, Lord Mayor Cllr Fergal Dennehy said: “The Lord Mayor’s Ball is a very special occasion in Cork’s civic calendar, and I am thrilled to invite people from across our city and beyond to join us on 12 June.

“This year’s chosen charities do extraordinary work, changing lives and strengthening our communities every day. My hope is that this will be a joyful night that not only brings people together, but also raises vital funds for these organisations. It promises to be a fantastic evening of great food, great music and great company, all for a great cause.”

Guests are encouraged to embrace classic black tie elegance and enjoy a relaxed yet glamorous night in one of Cork’s most beautiful hotel settings.

Tickets are expected to be in high demand, and early booking is strongly advised to avoid disappointment. Individual tickets and tables are now available and make an ideal option for friends, colleagues, and organisations looking to enjoy a memorable night while supporting meaningful causes.

Tickets are €130 per person and can be purchased at corkcity.ie.

The Lord Mayor’s Ball will take place on Friday 12 June at Vienna Woods Hotel.