Are you a coffee shop owner?
Independent coffee shops in Cork City are invited to take part in Coffee House Lates, a unique, citywide event on Thursday, 28th November and Friday, 29th November that aims to turn coffee shops into vibrant social hubs after hours.
A Cork Night Time Economy Initiative, facilitated by the Cork Business Association, Coffee House Lates offers an opportunity for coffee shops to showcase Cork’s coffee culture, attract new customers, test their night-time market, and strengthen the sense of community in a non-alcoholic, inclusive setting.
Participating coffee shops will stay open late until 9PM and will host unique events for people seeking a fresh, alternative evening out in Cork. Coffee House Lates is designed to support local business growth while giving the city’s coffee lovers and residents a memorable nighttime experience.
Businesses will be supported by the CBA to help bring their events to fruition.
Fiona Collins, Cork City’s Nighttime Economy Advisor said, “The hope for the evening is that coffee shops will see the benefit in opening late and it will become a regular fixture, which will greatly add to our nighttime offering. Cork City is already a vibrant hub in the evenings but there is very little for locals and visitors to do if they are not drinking. Our coffee shops are really unique and we want to celebrate that.”
Cork Business Association has a list of ideas for interested businesses from live entertainment to coffee pairing events, speed dating and craft nights, and invite people to register their interest at info@corkbusiness.ie before Friday 15th November.