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About Virgin Media Park

Virgin Media Park, formerly Musgrave Park and Irish Independent Park, is Cork’s versatile rugby stadium and concert venue. Located between Tramore Road and Pearse Road in Ballyphehane, the venue hosts Munster Rugby and a range of large concerts. With a rugby capacity of 8,008 and a concert capacity up to 15,000 depending on the event, Virgin Media Park blends practical seating with adaptable spaces to suit both sport and music. We’ve got you covered with seating details, transport tips, parking options, and trusted hotel and restaurant recommendations to help you plan a smooth visit.

Whether you’re in town for a Munster Rugby match or a headline concert featuring artists like The Corrs or Florence + The Machine, secure your seats ahead of time. Our guides include official venue details, transit options via Cork Kent Station and local bus routes, and nearby hotels offering convenient stays and shuttle options. As always, we’ve gathered insider tips to make your trip to Virgin Media Park seamless and enjoyable.

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Seating, Parking & Venue Information

  • Location: between Tramore Road and Pearse Road in Ballyphehane, Cork; commonly cited as Pearse Road / Tramore Road, Cork, Ireland.
  • Current name: Virgin Media Park (rebranded in 2024); former names include Musgrave Park and Irish Independent Park.
  • Venue type: rugby stadium and multi-use venue; home to Munster Rugby, Dolphin RFC, and Sundays Well RFC; also used for large concerts.
  • Capacity: rugby capacity 8,008; concert capacity up to 15,000 (variable by event). West Stand seats about 3,500; East Terrace is covered/partially covered.
  • Seating/chart: West Stand provides the main seated block (approx. 3,500 seats); East Terrace is a covered/terraced area; overall layout supports both rugby and concert configurations.
  • Parking: on-site parking limited; for concerts, many attendees use nearby options; a common plan is to use Black Ash Park & Ride (short walk to venue).
  • Transit: access via Cork Kent Station; bus routes 203 and 213; 33-minute walk from Cork city centre; planning tools available via TFI Journey Planner.
  • Nearby hotels: The Dean Cork, Hayfield Manor, Clayton Hotels Cork City, The Kingsley among others within a short drive or shuttle distance.
  • Notable events: Munster Rugby matches and a series of major concerts (e.g., The Corrs, Snow Patrol, Liam Gallagher, Paolo Nutini, Florence + The Machine); recent years have seen thousands of attendees and multi-night events.
  • Demolished/renamed: not demolished; renamed Virgin Media Park in 2024 under a naming-rights agreement.