Something for the weekend
CROAGH PATRICK CLIMB
Some 20,000 people are set to ascend Croagh Patrick in Mayo tomorrow as part of the annual Reek Sunday pilgrimage. The ascent begins at Murrisk. Raingear recommended.
SKIBBEREEN ARTS FESTIVAL
Starting this weekend, this includes a gala concert commemorating Canon James Goodman and an evening with Donal Dineen. See skibbereenartsfestival.com
VODAFONE COMEDY FESTIVAL IN IVEAGH GARDENS
Some 65 comedians are featuring, including Tommy Tiernan, David O’Doherty and Ardal O’Hanlon. Tickets are still available on Ticketmaster
WORLD NAKED BIKE RIDE
Bare bottomed cyclists will be seen on the streets of Cork today for World Naked Bike Ride. The event is a protest against car culture and is preceded by a mass body painting