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When the Dragon Roared Through Cork’s Streets

Right, so let’s talk about the absolute star of Cork’s Dragon of Shandon parade—the massive skeletal dragon that dominated the streets and created that perfect mix of ancient mythology and contemporary street theatre that defines this extraordinary event.

The parade really is a spectacular event, and the dragon brings up the rear with ominous music and a rider on top. It’s really quite a sight to see!

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The Marionette Masters of North Main Street

Who’s pulling the strings?

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Pirates, Sea Creatures, and Cork’s Theatrical Spirit

A float with a maritime theme goes down North Main Street, Cork as part of the Dragon of Shandon parade.

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The Jellyfish Brigade of the Dragon of Shandon

It’s not often you’ll see giant jellyfish floating along North Main Street, although with the rains pummeling Cork in the last few days there may well have been floods along there.

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Dragon of Shandon’s Theatrical Showcase

A small selection of photos of the fabulous costumes and dancers at the Dragon of Shandon parade in Cork over the weekend.

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The witches and ghosts of the Dragon of Shandon

Some of the ghosts and witches at the Dragon of Shandon parade, 2025.

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Cork’s Halloween Parade Brings Magic to the Street

This is what Cork’s Dragon of Shandon parade does best. It transforms the streets into a moving theatrical spectacular where elaborate costumes, dedicated face paint, choreographed performances, and pure Halloween energy collide in the most brilliant way possible.

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Cork’s Halloween Spectacle in Motion

Yeah, that's a giant demonic head they're pushing along the North Main Street, Cork. :)

https://inphotos.org/2025/11/02/corks-halloween-spectacle-in-motion/

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Cork’s Halloween Spectacle in Motion

Yeah, that’s a giant demonic head they’re pushing along the North Main Street, Cork. 🙂

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Dragon of Shandon’s Spooky Crew

A few more photos of the Dragon of Shandon parade last night. I'll spread these out over the next few days. You'll get a proper chance to experience the fun of the night.

https://inphotos.org/2025/11/01/dragon-of-shandons-spooky-crew/

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Dragon of Shandon’s Spooky Crew

A few more photos of the Dragon of Shandon parade last night. I’ll spread these out over the next few days. You’ll get a proper chance to experience the fun of the night.

They’ll all be visible here in the future if you’re coming across this post by itself.

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The Big Bones Brigade

One of the fabulous skeleton dancers at tonight's Dragon of Shandon parade in Cork! What a buzz and atmosphere! Crowds were lining North Main Street where we waited, down Castle Street and then on to Cornmarket Street. Amazing night. Not to be missed next year!

https://inphotos.org/2025/10/31/the-big-bones-brigade/

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The Big Bones Brigade

One of the fabulous skeleton dancers at tonight’s Dragon of Shandon parade in Cork! What a buzz and atmosphere! Crowds were lining North Main Street where we waited, down Castle Street and then on to Cornmarket Street. Amazing night. Not to be missed next year!

More photos to follow when I have time to edit them.

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Thousands line streets of Cork as Dragon of Shandon returns for its latest Halloween

From Church Street, under the shadow of St Anne’s, some 400 participants from 20 community groups turned out while giants and monsters lurched down Shandon Street, across the river to North Main Street and down the Coal Quay.

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The Dragon Awakens

The Dragon of Shandon was all ready to travel through Cork City. It was waiting just down the street from Shandon Bells. Raaaarrrrr!

https://inphotos.org/2024/01/14/the-dragon-awakens/

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The Dragon of Shandon was all ready to travel through Cork City. It was waiting just down the street from Shandon Bells. Raaaarrrrr!

https://inphotos.org/2024/01/14/the-dragon-awakens/

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The 2023 Dragon of Shandon Parade was spectacular. Here are 168 photos to show you just how good it was!

https://inphotos.org/2023/11/02/the-2023-dragon-of-shandon-parade/

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I had the privilege of capturing this electrifying event for the first time ever, and let me tell you – it was an experience unlike any other!

Despite the chilly weather and occasional rain showers, the participants’ spirits were unwavering as they danced, sang, SCREAMED and shambled along as zombies. 🤯

As the procession made its way along Shandon Street, North Gate Bridge, North Main Street, Castle Street, and finally Cornmarket Street, a massive crowd gathered to watch and cheer on the fun! 🎉 I chatted with some enthusiastic spectators who followed the zombies and monsters from Shandon Street to Cornmarket Street to make sure they didn’t miss anything.

At the very end, we were treated to dancing and singing by the groups in the parade, and it was wonderful. I’m sure it’ll be on next year. You should go see it if you’re in Cork!

https://inphotos.org/2023/11/02/the-2023-dragon-of-shandon-parade/

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The Dragon of Shandon parade in Cork was a blast tonight. Such energy and fun! The rain did not dampen spirits. I'm sure even the ghosts were woken and dancing along to it!

https://inphotos.org/2023/11/01/fun-at-the-dragon-of-shandon/

https://www.dragonofshandon.com/

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Route of the Dragon of Shandon Parade tonight 7pm #CorkCity
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More on Cork Community Art Link #DragonOfShandon https://youtu.be/cWXmMdxXdq0?feature=shared

It's tomorrow! TB to the always fabulous Cork Community Art Link 's Dragon of Shandon Parade, 2016

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