BALLYCOTTON comedy
festival
2024:
bEGINS september
26th - 29Th

We are thrilled to announce the much-anticipated return of The Ballycotton Comedy Festival in 2024 supported by Murphy’s and Cork County Council. The festival is a vibrant and highly anticipated annual event that has been bringing laughter and joy to the picturesque coastal village of Ballycotton, Ireland, for the past four years. Since its inception, the festival has quickly become a staple in the local cultural calendar, drawing comedy enthusiasts from near and far to experience a weekend filled with top-tier entertainment and unforgettable performances.
 
Join us as we come together to celebrate the boundless creativity and talent that East Cork has to offer. Together, let us write the next chapter in the story of FAT Fest, a festival that continues to inspire, unite, and enchant audiences far and wide.
 
Save the date and stay tuned for more exciting announcements!

Welcome

Sea Church is a casual dining restaurant and event space, situated just outside the seaside village of Ballycotton in beautiful East Cork.

Boasting a dramatic coastal location, Sea Church plays host to Ireland’s musical heavyweights as well as emerging artists in its magical, restored church while inviting patrons to meet, eat, drink and relax in its ocean-inspired renovated schoolhouse.

With breath-taking surroundings and a wealth of rugged scenery at its doorstep, Sea Church is available for private hire, ceremonies, special events, exhibitions and functions.

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Events

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Brad Heidi

Join us next 4th October to enjoy a wonderful night with the amazing Brad Heidi.

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Róisín O

Róisín O at Sea Church on 5th October!

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Marymount Hospital Charity Concert

Mark your calendars for a night of great music, community spirit, and support for a vital cause ! Marymount Hospital Charity Concert 12th Oct @ Sea Church.

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MICHELLE WOLF, MARNIE MANNING & KYLA COBBLER

LIVE IRISH TOUR

Join us at Sea Church on 18th October! Don’t miss this unforgettable and hilarious performance!

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Straif

Join STRAIF for a free live performance at Sea Church on October 19th! Experience their unique sound and energy in an amazing setting.

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Chris Kent

offline

Catch Chris Kent’s hilarious new show ‘Offline’ at Sea Church on October 24, 2024.

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Remembering Ronnie

Remembering Ronnie Drew is a brand new show led by Phelim Drew wil be live on 25th October at Sea Church.

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The Seance

The Seance by Supernatural Brothers at Sea Church on 26th October. Book yor tickets!

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Steve Spade Magician

Prepare to be amazed by the incredible Steve Spade at Sea Church on October 27th—an evening of unforgettable magic awaits!

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Andrew Ryan

¨Let Me Know How You Get On¨

Laugh along with Andrew Ryan’s uproarious comedy at Sea Church on Nov 1st, as he shares hilarious tales from his sold-out tour and acclaimed podcast!

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Sunday Funday - Children's Entertainment

Join us at Sea Church Sunday Funday, where we offer an exciting lineup of entertainment every week for children aged four and up!

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Alter Ego Comedy Club

Chris Kent,Stephen Ryan,Alison Spittle

Don’t miss the Alter Ego Comedy Club at Sea Church on November 6th! Hosted by Chris Kent, with Stephen Ryan and Alison Spittle, it’s set to be an unforgettable night of laughter!

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Dezperado

Eagles Tribute Band

Dezperado on 8th November at Sea Church playing the greatest hits Of Eagles!

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Electric Blue

The Cranberries Tribute

Transport back in time as Electric Blue, the electrifying Cranberries tribute band, performs at Sea Church on November 9th.

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Folk Night - Eoin Jordan & Friends

Join us for Folk Night at Sea Church, where music, stories, and friends come together for an unforgettable evening on 13th November.

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Breen, Rynne, Murray

Join us on the 15th of November as we welcome the talented trio of Breen, Rynne, and Murray to the enchanting Sea Church.

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Deirdre O’Kane

Deirdre O’Kane – O’Kaning It

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Emerging Egos - Comedy Night

Join us for a night filled with laughter and fresh talent at Emerging Egos at Sea Church on 20th November.

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Chris Kent 'Offline'

Mark your calendars for November 21st and join us at Sea Church for a night of laughs with Chris Kent’s hilarious new show ‘Offline’!

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Glory Days

Bruce Springsteen tribute

Glory Days, a Bruce Springsteen band tribute presents at Sea Church on 22 November. Don´t miss it!

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So!

Peter Gabriel Tribute

So! , a tribute band to Peter Gabriel, at Sea Church on November 23!

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Gina & The Champions

Experience the magic of Gina, Dale Haze and The Champions at Sea Church on November 30th, 2024!

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Gina & The Champions

Second Date

Due to popular demand, we’ve added a new date on December 1st for an additional performance of Gina & The Champions!

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China Crisis

Join us next December 6th for a night filled of music with China Crisis!

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Celine Byrne

Join soprano Celine Byrne for an enchanting performance at Sea Church on December 11th!

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Ham SandwicH

Ham SandwicH at Sea Church on 12th December . Get yor tickets now!

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PANTÉIRE and Craic Sabbath

Join PANTÉIRE and Craic Sabbath at Sea Church on December 13th for an unforgettable night!

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Ryan Sheridan

Join us on December 14th at Sea Church as we welcome the sensational Ryan Sheridan to the stage.

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Jack L

Join us at Sea Church on December 20th for an unforgettable night with Jack L, the acclaimed Irish singer-songwriter known for his powerful voice and captivating stage presence.

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Jack L

Join us on December 21st at Sea Church for a mesmerizing evening with Jack L, the acclaimed Irish singer-songwriter known for his powerful voice and captivating performances!

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Live Lizzy

Experience an electrifying night with Live Lizzy at Sea Church on December 26th—don’t miss this unforgettable show!

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New Year's Eve Flash Dance

Don’t miss out on the most electrifying NYE party of the year—grab your tickets now and be ready for a night of neon, nostalgia, and nonstop dancing!

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Jerry Fish

See Jerry Fish live at Sea Church on January 11th, 2025 — a night of new music and unforgettable showmanship. Get your tickets now!

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Lads Insane

Catch Lads Insane live at Sea Church on January 17th, 2025 — a Bowie tribute like no other!

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Bernard O'Shea

Desperate House Husband

Catch Bernard O’Shea live at Sea Church on January 18, 2025, for an evening packed with laughter.

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Culture Night - Theatre Show 'Adair'

Don’t miss Maighread Ni Ghrasta’s long-awaited return to the stage with Adair at Sea Church on February 26th, 2025

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Brian Kennedy

Join us at Sea Church on March 8, 2025, to witness the incredible Brian Kennedy live in concert

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Glas Quartet: Bridgerton Symphonic

Glas Quartet: Bridgerton Symphonic

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Roll With It

Oasis Tribute Band

Join us for an unforgettable Oasis tribute band ‘Roll with It’ performance at Sea Church on March 29 2025!

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Niamh Strong Sing's Eva Cassidy

Don’t miss Niamh Strong live at Sea Church on April 4th, 2025 — grab your tickets now for an evening of soulful music and incredible talent!

Restaurant

A modern Irish restaurant, food is locally sourced as much as possible, be it land or sea, before being expertly cooked.

Situated beside the beautifully renovated St Colman’s Church of Ireland, the space maintains the schoolhouse’s architectural structure while inviting the contemporary styling of a modern restaurant.

Reviews

Lilly Fox

5/5

Had a lovely family meal here recently….food was absolutely delicious and the staff were amazing. 💕

We’ll be back! 🙏

Sarah Frankham

5/5

We booked the restaurant for a family celebration. We were very impressed by the friendly and efficient staff, the wonderful atmosphere and the exceptional food. There was great choice on the menu and something to accommodate everyone. We will definitely be returning and recommending to friends and family.

Dylan Fogarty

5/5

Beautiful restaurant with amazing food and a very warm and welcoming environment. Staff are very friendly and accommodating. I hope to return here soon for live music and more great food!

Gary Meyler

5/5

Really good, warm service from the staff. Not too many veggie options here but the pizza and falafel burger were absolutely delicious so we’ll be back for them again. Restaurant tastefully connects to an old renovated church used for events so can’t wait to see a first gig there. Great spot altogether.

Donal Behan

5/5

Great location, view, service and food plus excellent acoustics for concerts.

Came here for dinner and will be calling in again. Some of the best fish I had served in the last few years and nice to see a local microbrewery on tap too.

Mark Grace

5/5

Stunning venue. The staff where excellent and couldn’t do enough for you.

The food is 10/10 and would highly recommend.

Charles McGann

5/5

A absolutely beautiful spot for a relaxing bite to eat or a casual pint. A very impressive set up, lovely food, great staff in a lovely part of the world. Can’t wait to get back to see a gig in the church.

I can only suggest to any persons passing, pop in and take an hour to indulge in great food, a nice drink and relax in a most beautiful spot. Till the next time. Thank you for a wonderful experience .

Barry Caulfield

5/5

A stunning church converted to a restaurant right by the sea. We sat outdoors as the weather was good. The food was amazing and the service was good. Its a very popular place so it was very busy at lunch time when we were there. Be sure to book in advance as not to be disappointed. I really enjoyed the charcuterie board we got as a starter. I had the meat pizza for main course and the eaten mess as dessert! All food was very tasty 🙂👏

Olivia O'Mahoney

5/5

Had a great birthday meal here last night. The place is beautiful, the staff, although all very young, were so lovely and polite and efficient and the service was faultless. The food was delicious, I had Scampi for starters and baked salmon for mains, both were fabulous. The fish and chips with tartar sauce was amazing, portion was huge! The two steaks were a little bit on the tough side and slightly overcooked but were nevertheless very tasty. Would highly recommend this place and will definitely go back soon!

Private
Hire

The Chapel

for the Perfect intimate experience for weddings AND functions