This weekend's events include the Shannonvale 5 mile, Glandore Yacht Club's special weekend, Timoleague Harvest Festival events, West Cork History Festival and Twelfth Night by Off the Ground Theatre.

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The Southern Star's Five Things to See and Do in West Cork this weekend is brought to you in association with CH Marine.

 Shannonvale 5 Mile  - August 7th

Starting and finishing at Clonakilty Rugby Club, this exciting evening race will take runners through the roads of Shannonvale and Lyre, with a great atmosphere guaranteed from start to finish.

Start & Finish: Clonakilty Rugby Club

Chip Timing & Official Results

Refreshments afterwards at Clonakilty Rugby Club

Athletics Ireland Permitted Event

Race Start: 7:30pm

Registration from 5:30p

Entry Fee: €25

Minimum Age: 16+

Whether you’re racing for a PB or simply looking for a brilliant summer evening event, we’d love to see you there! Sign up here https://eventmaster.ie/event/xAd0tPyS91

Inaugural Alumni Event & Instructor Reunion at GHYC - Friday, August 7th – Sunday, August 9th

Glandore Harbour Yacht Club is hosting a special weekend reunion inviting back all former instructors and sailing course participants.

The weekend kicks off on Friday, August 7th, with a Pub Quiz at the Glandore Inn (+€10pp). Saturday, August 8th, features the Alumni Trophy Event (briefing at 12:30 pm) followed by an Alumni Dinner at the club at 7:30 pm (€60pp package).

The festivities wrap up on Sunday, August 9th, with a "Recovery" coffee and bacon roll at 10 am, before the Rocket House, Inbetweeners, and Gordon Cup racing event gets underway at 12:30 pm (+€15pp single handed / +€10pp double handed).

It's a fantastic chance to catch up with old friends and revisit your old stamping ground!

Timoleague Harvest Festival Presents: Catwalk Extravaganza - Friday, August 7th

Get ready for a night of fashion and fun at the Clonakilty Agri Conference Centre in Darrara, P85 AX52.

Starting from 7 pm, the event kicks off with a Cheese & Wine Reception, followed by an exciting array of trade stalls, local fashion retailers, and glam guidelines with insider style hacks hosted by MC Siobhan O'Mahony.

Tickets are €35 (available on Eventbrite), with proceeds going to Cancer Connect and the Timoleague Community (*Bar is cash only).

West Cork History Festival - Friday, August 7th – Sunday, August 9th

Exploring the theme Boundaries: setting them and crossing them, the 2026 West Cork History Festival returns to Inish Beg with an impressive lineup opened by Taoiseach Micheál Martin.

The action-packed weekend features historical talks across two venues (the Octagon and the Boathouse), local film screenings by Wombat Media, and specialised field trips - including guided e-bike tours, history walks, and sea kayaking. Individual, weekend, and field trip tickets are on sale now via the festival website.

Twelfth Night by Off the Ground Theatre - Saturday, August 8th

Experience a vibrant outdoor production of Shakespeare’s Twelfth Night as Off the Ground Theatre brings its unique Wonderland-inspired twist to Bandon Grammar School.

Running from 7:30 pm to 10:00 pm, this open-air show blends live music, bold colors, and classic comedy.

Pack a picnic, a blanket, or a chair, and enjoy an evening of theater under the summer sky.

Tickets are €15/£15 for adults, €12/£12 for concessions, and €5/£5 for under-21s.