CORK Airport has “decked the arrivals halls” as the Lord Mayor of Cork, Cllr. Fergal Dennehy and Lady Mayoress, Karen Brennan switched on the airport’s Christmas lights marking the start of the festive period.
This December, over 217,000 passengers will fly to and from Cork Airport, rounding off the year on a high with 3.4 million passengers – the busiest year in Cork Airport’s history.
Similar to prior years, the busiest travel period is expected to be between December 18 and 22.
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On hand to provide festive entertainment at this morning’s lighting ceremony were the pupils of Scoil an Spioraid Naoimh from Bishopstown.
The pupils were the first of over 1,200 performers who will take to the special Christmas stage on the ground floor of the terminal building.
Between now and December 23, the airport will host performances from primary and secondary school children from across Cork city and county together with local orchestral ensembles, traditional music groups, choral societies, charities and community choirs.
Once again, extensive preparations have been made to create a festive ambience for departing and arriving passengers.
Christmas decorations have been tastefully installed throughout the building by the airport’s asset care team. Cork Airport will also feature in Cork City Council’s “Corkmas” activities, with giveaways for arriving passengers between December 19 and 22 in partnership with Cork’s RedFM.
Performing the honours of switching on the Christmas lights, Lord Mayor of Cork, Cllr. Fergal Dennehy said: “Christmas at Cork Airport is such a special time. As families reunite with loved ones ahead of the festive season, it was an honour to switch on the Christmas lights at the airport today. I’m especially pleased that Cork City Council will be working with Cork Airport as part of our “Corkmas” activities, which will add a very welcoming touch for those travelling home to Cork this December.”
Niall MacCarthy, Managing Director at Cork Airport added: “Christmas is really our favourite time of the year where we get a chance to interact more personally with our passengers, as they travel in and out for the festive season. The warmth and joy of the choirs make Cork Airport a really special place to travel through and work in at this time of year. Thanks to all the kids, adults and community groups for taking part.”
