Wedding After-Party Venue · East Cork

Say “I Do”… then head to The Blackbird

The Blackbird, Ballycotton is East Cork's perfect wedding after-party venue. From an intimate gathering to a full-venue celebration — we create moments that last long after the confetti settles.

Why choose Blackbird

Say “I Do”… then head to The Blackbird

Weddings at The Blackbird, Ballycotton can now begin on the very day you say I do.Imagine walking out of Ballycotton Church as newlyweds and strolling down the hill with your favourite people to your wedding reception at The Blackbird. No long transfers, no formalities, just a wonderfully relaxed celebration by the sea... made entirely your own.Depending on the size of your celebration, choose the space that's right for you and make your wedding day your own. The Ruin Room and adjoining Beer Garden offer exclusivity within the much celebrated Blackbird atmosphere, and a celebration that can flow easily from afternoon into evening.Food is at the heart of any good party and fabulous The TrawlerBoyz cater to groups of all sizes with discounted group options for parties of 20+. Enjoy our tailored set menus starting at €16 per head. Mossie and the Blackbird team will look after the rest, helping you create a day that feels personal, informal and very much yours.Already have the wedding day sorted? We also love to help newly weds celebrate Day Two… or even Day Three. Gather everyone back together for great food, a few drinks, live music and one last proper party before reality calls.No packages set in stone. No two weddings are the same. Just your people, your party, your way at The Blackbird in Ballycotton.

Why choose Blackbird

Your wedding deserves the perfect night cap

Live Music & DJ Available

Our resident musicians and DJ partners keep the dance floor alive all night long.

Jameson Whiskey Receptions

Bespoke whiskey and cocktail receptions that impress every guest on arrival.

Stunning Event Spaces

The arched Music Room, all-weather Beer Garden & romantic Ruin Room, pick your setting.

Catering by Trawler Boyz

Fresh, locally sourced food served late into the night for your celebration.

Wedding Packages

Choose your celebration

After-Party Essentials

€20 per person

Min 30 guests

Full Blackbird Experience

€35 per person

Min 50 guests

Bespoke Package

POA custom

Any group size

All packages are fully customisable. We'd love to chat through your vision.

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Wedding Parties

Celebrate beyond the reception with unforgettable wedding after-parties, where great music, lively moments, and coastal charm keep the festivities going.

Hear from our couples

Real weddings at Blackbird

Shauna Foran

2 months ago

Food is always 10/10

Kari Fuge

2 months ago

One of our most favorite pubs!

John Macfarlane

2 months ago

Dog friendly with great food from Trawler Boyz out the back. Fab courtyard out the back. Good for live music 🎶 too.

Antoinette

4 months ago

We had our Day Two in the The Blackbird in April, and from day one Mossie couldn’t have been more helpful. He assisted us in finding a musician and even provided a contact number for transport from the hotel for our guests.

The setup was excellent, with plenty of space for everyone. Claire, who was performing, was fantastic, and the food from Trawler Boyz was amazing, everyone loved it. The staff on the night were also so helpful and friendly, which made the whole experience even better.

I would highly recommend the pub to anyone planning a celebration. Thanks again!

Wayne Bayman

5 months ago

The Blackbird and Trawler boys is a great place. Well priced pints and the best chowder in Cork. I'd say very nearly the best chowder in Munster. The food prices in Trawler boys are reasonable too. Costs are kept low by you ordering your own food.

Kathleen Nairn

1 year ago

'Walking into this Bar is an experience worth doing...as you enter the door it was buzzing, immediately you get a sense of energy and fun. On a Saturday evening we enjoyed singers in the front bar, as you wind your way through the different areas you experience exciting atmospheres. We got a table further back in the extended area out the back but still the atmosphere was brilliant. We ate here also and everyone was delighted with their choices. We would definitely recommend The Blackbird Bar so much that we returned every night of stay in Ballycotton.....Enjoy'

Kevin Byrne

2 years ago

I had a great time at The Blackbird Bar. It was my first time there and to be honest, I didn't expect it to be so authentic, warm and welcoming, from the exterior, but it was! The inside is full of recesses and cubby holes. The lighting is just right, with numerous candles spread throughout, and the venue is ideal for music in my opinion. Spending an evening here over a pint, eating a bite of food, and listening to music would be therapy in and of itself.
The owner, Mossy, was particularly welcoming and even though the bar was busy, he took his time to have an unhurried chat. The food was excellent. I tried a scampi and chips and I have to say that the chips were absolutely perfect, like the chips of old thick-cut and tasting of real high quality potato. Coffee came served with a little snack bar which was a nice touch. I wish it was closer to Cork but I will definitely be back.

Ken Blackmore

3 years ago

Lovely spot for a pint after a cliff walk. Yummy nosh too, chicken burgers/fish n chips and chowder went down a treat. Dog friendly too if you have the pooch.

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