European travel: SOMEWHERE FOR THE WEEKEND; Cork Ireland's second city is compact and friendly, and currently abuzz with the annual arts festival. AOIFE O'RIORDAIN enjoys some Gaelic hospitality

The Independent - London | November 13, 2002| | Copyright

WHY GO NOW?

The Cork Arts Fest 2002 is in full swing in various locations throughout the city. The week-long festival, organised by the Cork Institute of Technology, features more than 70 events ranging from theatre to musical performances, dance, film screenings, lectures and art exhibitions. A highlight of the Arts Fest, which ends on Sunday, is the Gradam Ceoil 2002 on Saturday night at the Cork Opera House, which celebrates the best of traditional Irish music.

For further information contact the Arts Fest Office on 00 353 21 432 6445 or visit www.cit.ie/artsfest.

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