Festival of Colours Returns to Cork in 2025 for a Vibrant Celebration

The Festival of Colours returns to Fitzgerald’s Park on March 16, 12–4 PM. A free, family-friendly event celebrating Holi with music, dance, and colour play.

Festival of Colours Returns to Cork in 2025 for a Vibrant Celebration

Cork’s most vibrant and colourful celebration is back! The Festival of Colours 2025 will take over Fitzgerald’s Park on Sunday, March 16, from 12:00 PM to 4:00 PM, promising an explosion of music, dance, and community spirit. Organised by Sanskriti CLG and powered by Durga Puja Cork, this free event invites people of all backgrounds to come together and immerse themselves in the joyous spirit of Holi, the Indian festival that celebrates love, laughter, and the arrival of spring.

A Day of Music, Dance, and Colour

Prepare for an unforgettable experience as live DJ sets, dance performances, and interactive activities transform Fitzgerald’s Park into a kaleidoscope of colour. One of the festival’s highlights is the Colour Play Zone, where attendees can embrace the tradition of throwing brightly coloured powders, creating an electric atmosphere of fun and unity. Visitors can also enjoy delicious food stalls, showcasing a variety of flavours from Indian cuisine and beyond.

Community Dance Showcase & Cultural Performances

This year’s festival will feature a captivating community dance showcase, introducing audiences to the beauty of Indian contemporary dance, blending traditional movement styles with modern interpretations. As part of a broader community engagement initiative, the performance will introduce audiences to the beauty of Indian contemporary dance, blending traditional movement styles with modern interpretations.

Free and Open to All!

The Festival of Colours is a family-friendly, free event, making it an accessible and welcoming space for everyone to celebrate, dance, and connect. Attendees are encouraged to wear white clothing to fully enjoy the colour play experience and to bring a sense of fun and adventure!

A Celebration of Diversity & Inclusion

More than just a festival, this event embodies the spirit of multiculturalism and community unity, bringing together people from all walks of life to celebrate through music, dance, and cultural exchange.

Event Details:

📍 Location: Fitzgerald’s Park, Cork
📅 Date: Sunday, March 16, 2025
⏰ Time: 12:00 PM – 4:00 PM
🎟️ Admission: Free and open to all

Plan Your Visit

Coloured powders will be available for purchase on-site. Attendees are advised to use public transport where possible, as parking near the park is limited.

Join the Celebration!

Don’t miss this chance to experience Cork’s most vibrant celebration of unity and culture. Whether you come for the dance, the colours, or the festive atmosphere, the Festival of Colours 2025 is an event not to be missed!