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About Live At The Marquee

Live At The Marquee in Cork is a large, temporary marquee venue located at Centre Park Road in the Docklands. Known for hosting top international acts in a flexible, standing-oriented space, it’s a go-to spot for musical events that draw big crowds. Capacity typically ranges from 4,000 to 5,000 depending on yearly configurations. The site relocated from the Cork Showgrounds in 2007 and continues to host marquee-style concerts with a diverse lineup—from iconic legends to modern superstars.

Whether you’re planning a big show or checking out the scene as a local, this page covers seating expectations, parking details, transit options, and nearby hotel and dining recommendations to help you plan a smooth night out.

When you’re ready to buy, we’ve got you covered with easy, no-fuss options through trusted affiliate partners. The venue’s seating is primarily standing, with flexible configurations that adapt to each event. Reachable by a comfortable walk from Cork city center or via public transport routes through Kent Station, Live At The Marquee is designed for a festival-like experience with efficient arrival and departure flows. For the full experience, consider booking a nearby hotel or a favorite local restaurant after the show. We’ve highlighted reliable options below to help you plan your visit.

  • Seating: Mostly standing room with versatile setups per event. No fixed seating chart.
  • Parking: On-site car park around 300 spaces. Parking can be reserved via Ticketmaster; expect limited spaces and typical fees around €9.
  • Transit: Walkable from Cork city center (roughly 30 minutes). Public transport via bus or rail (via Kent Station). Use the Transport for Ireland journey planner for precise routes.
  • Nearby hotels: Clayton Hotel Cork City (~1.6 km), Rochestown Park Hotel, Imperial Hotel Cork City, The Metropole Hotel Cork, and other options within a short reach of Centre Park Road.
  • Nearby dining: A variety of pubs and restaurants in Cork city center and Docklands area to fit any mood and budget.

Notable past acts include Elton John (2007), Kanye West (2008), Bob Dylan (2006), and more recent stars such as Natasha Bedingfield (2026). For current events, dates, and lineups, check with official event pages and our trusted partners.

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Seating, Parking & Venue Information

  • Location/address: Centre Park Road Docklands, Cork, Ireland.
  • Venue type: Large temporary marquee tent used for Live at the Marquee (festival).
  • Capacity: typically cited as 4,000–5,000 (varies by year/config); 2005 site capacity was 4,000 at the Cork Showgrounds, later relocations have cited up to 5,000.
  • Seating chart: Mostly standing; no fixed seating chart; flexible configurations depending on the event.
  • Parking: On-site car park around 300 spaces; spaces can be booked via Ticketmaster; parking often limited and priced (e.g., around €9).
  • Transit: Reachable by walking from Cork city center (about 30 minutes); public transport options exist (bus/train routes via Kent Station); use Transport for Ireland journey planner for planning.
  • Nearby hotels: Clayton Hotel Cork City (≈1.6 km), Rochestown Park Hotel, Imperial Hotel Cork City, The Metropole Hotel Cork (distances vary by hotel); multiple options within short reach of Centre Park Road.
  • Notable events hosted: Elton John (2007), Kanye West (2008), Bob Dylan (2006), Lady Gaga, Jay-Z, Pink, Sting, David Gray, Natasha Bedingfield (2026), etc.
  • Renamed/demolished: The marquee site moved from the Cork Showgrounds to the Docklands at Centre Park Road in 2007; the original site (Showgrounds) was redeveloped; current site remains active.