Master Fixture Plan 2026

Cork GAA is today pleased to issue its Master Fixture Plan for the 2026 season, outlining full details of the County League programmes alongside County Championship dates, times and venues.

League Programme – Key Dates

The 2026 County Leagues will commence as follows:

McCarthy Insurance Group Football Leagues: Sunday, 1st March 2026
RedFM Hurling Leagues: Sunday, 8th March 2026

League Finals are scheduled for:

McCarthy Insurance Group Football League Finals: 3rd to 5th July
RedFM Hurling League Finals: 10th to 12th July

Championship Programme – Key Dates

The 2026 County Championship will begin with:

McCarthy Insurance Group Football Championship – Round 1: July 24th – 26th
Co-Op Superstores Hurling Championship – Round 1: July 31st – 2nd August

Full fixture details, including venues and throw-in times, are now available as part of the Master Fixture Plan.

Speaking on the release of the plan, Pat Horgan, Chairperson of Cork GAA, acknowledged the work undertaken to deliver the comprehensive schedule:

“Today’s publication of our 2026 Master Fixture Plan represents a major body of work. By issuing the League and Championship programmes together, we are showing a clear commitment to our clubs, giving certainty to players, coaches, administrators and supporters, and allowing everyone to plan with confidence.”

“I want to acknowledge the excellent work of our County Competitions Control Committee, led by its Chairman Noel O’Callaghan, along with our Operations Manager Daniel Lane. Their collaboration, attention to detail and determination to improve the fixture process has been central to delivering this plan.”

Cork GAA CEO Kevin O’Donovan said the Master Fixture Plan reflects a growing focus on long-term planning:

“This plan reflects extensive planning and co-ordination across all areas of Cork GAA, with a strong focus on clarity for our club players and officers. A significant amount of work has gone into aligning dates, venues and competition structures.”

“Publishing a complete fixture roadmap for 2026 is a very positive step and underlines Cork GAA’s commitment to providing certainty and continuous improvement in how our competitions are organised and delivered.”

Below, you can view the full Master Fixture Plan.

You can download a copy of the master plan here