Dragon of Shandon Samhain Parade A PROJECT BY Cork Community Art Link
The 12th Dragon of Shandon took place on 31st October 2017 in the streets of Cork City. More than 20 groups were involved in this year's parade and 500 people made this community project happen. Thousands of spectators lined the streets dressed in Halloween themed costumes creating an electric community carnival atmosphere. If you want to support the project by getting involved in our workshops (construction, costume, painting,...) drop us a line at info@corkcommunityartlink.com
Check the ARCHIVES section of the website for photos and videos! The Dragon of Shandon parade is made possible only thanks to many participants, volunteers and friends, as well as to the many sponsors who come on board with financial and in kind support. 
Spectators gathering to experience The Dragon of Shandon Parade 2016 (Photo by Dragan Tomas)
Would you like to get involved in the Dragon of Shandon festival?
Join us and be part of an incredible parade for Samhain! Each year up to 100 individuals take part in our voluntary participation programme learning skills in prop making, mask and costumes, project development and event management. Some volunteer a couple of hours on the day of the event. Others have a longer term engagement spanning several months. Many return on an annual basis from Ireland, Europe and beyond and leave each year equipped with new skills, learning and friends gained during the course of the project. Go Raibh Mile maith agaibh! This event is facilitated by Cork Community Art Link. |
It is more than a Parade, it's a community project that has involved thousands of participants for the last 12 years, including 40 community groups, bringing 15,000 spectators onto the streets in 2016.
Despite this huge success, the project is depending on donations to happen. Your contributions will help us to facilitate free open workshops to the community. |
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The children of Gaelscoil Pheig Sayers put a lot of work into creating two short dramatic pieces for radio to promote the Dragon.
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Cork Community Art LinkCharity No. CHY20769
Address: The Lido, 71 Watercourse Road Blackpool T23 DV24 Cork City, Ireland Telephone: 00353 (0)21 455 3747 Email: info@corkcommunityartlink.com CCAL Website |
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