Cork’s Better Buildings Award Winners 2025
That’s a wrap on the 2025 Cork’s Better Buildings Awards! Thank you to everyone who joined us, and congrats to all the winners. BEST TOURISM & ARTS (sponsored by Cork Airport) Winner: Bakestone Cafe, Perry Street (Sounds From Safe Harbour x David Shillinglaw) BEST RETAIL (sponsored by Opera Lane) Winner: Planet Beauty, Brown […]
Coffee House Lates – November 2025
Independent coffee shops across Cork City are brewing up something special for Coffee House Lates – a citywide after-hours celebration happening Thursday, 27th November and Friday, 28th November. This unique Cork Night Time Economy Initiative, supported by the Cork Business Association, will see your favourite cafés transform into buzzing, late-night social hubs. Think cosy vibes, […]
CBA’s Statement on Anticipated Rates Increase
Cork Business Association (CBA) is aware that a commercial rates increase is being proposed by Cork City Council and is calling for it to be postponed in light of the escalating costs currently facing businesses. From pension auto-enrolment and the rise in the minimum wage to soaring costs from suppliers, businesses are already struggling […]
Cork City Council, CBA, and Gardaí Partner on New City Centre Warden Pilot Scheme
A new pilot City Centre Warden Scheme has been launched in Cork to promote and enhance the city centre experience. The initiative is being facilitated and part-funded by Cork City Council, in partnership with Cork Business Association (CBA) and An Garda Síochána, following a proposal by the CBA, which successfully secured Government funding earlier this […]
A Cork Favourite Shines: Metropole Hotel Named Judges’ Choice at CBA Better Building Awards
The landmark MacCurtain Street Hotel was recognised for its exceptional contribution to Cork’s historic streetscape. The hotel was one of thirteen buildings celebrated at the annual Better Building Awards. Organised by the Cork Business Association (CBA) in partnership with Cork City Council, and proudly sponsored this year by Marina Market, the Awards recognise excellence […]
CORK BUSINESSES ASKED TO PAINT THE CITY GREEN AHEAD OF FAI CUP FINAL
Businesses across Cork City are asked to decorate their premises to support Cork City FC as they fly the flag for Cork in the Sports Direct Men’s FAI Cup Final on Sunday November 9th. Cork City FC and Cork Business Association are both urging businesses to deck out their premises to get […]
Cork Business Association Christmas Window Awards 2025 🎄
The Cork Business Association (CBA), in partnership with Cork City Council, is delighted to announce the return of the Cork City Christmas Display Competition — a celebration of creativity, community, and Christmas spirit across Cork city! This year’s competition invites businesses of all sizes to transform their windows and façades into dazzling festive displays that […]
Guinness Cork Jazz Delivers Major Boost for Cork
The Guinness Cork Jazz Festival has officially wrapped up, delivering a major boost to local businesses, with many reporting their most successful year yet over Cork City’s busiest weekend. More than 500 musicians and 100,000 jazz fans from Ireland and abroad filled Cork’s streets and stages, generating an estimated €45 million for the local […]
Coffee House Lates Returns This November!
Following the success of the Coffee House Lates events held late last year and again in March 2025, independent coffee shops across Cork City are once more invited to take part in Coffee House Lates — a unique, citywide event taking place on Thursday, 27th and Friday, 28th November, which transforms coffee shops into vibrant […]
Cork’s Built Environment Shines: Shortlist Announced for 2025 Better Building Awards
The spotlight is on Cork’s most inspiring buildings as the shortlist for the 2025 Cork Better Building Awards is unveiled. From heritage restorations to innovative new developments, this year’s nominees reflect a city that continues to blend tradition, creativity, and sustainability in its built environment. Organised by the Cork Business Association (CBA) and supported […]