Be Part of Something Bigger: Get Your Gay Card Membership Today!
Gay Project is buzzing to launch the Gay Card, a savage new initiative that’s all about bringing the community together while helping shape a brighter future. With two membership options, you can choose the level that suits you while directly supporting the new Gay Project Community Centre.
Full Access
€150/year
(Only 200 available!)
✔ Gay Project Goodie Bag containing a mug, keyring, lanyard and more.
✔ Entry to 4 annual exclusive Gay Card members-only social events for Full Access Card Holders – full of community, connection, and craic.
✔ Early Early Bird Access for ticketed Gay Project events – Drag School with Mia Gold Drag-uation, Out & Outstanding In Cork Awards, Gay Project Xmas Party, and more!
✔ Deadly discounts from our local business partners – tailored just for Gay Card holders. Full list at below.
✔ Discounts and Free Trials of Gay Project and affiliate groups (including €1 off Queer Yogi’s Yoga).
✔ Free Entry into regular prize raffles.
✔ You’d be a Legend! Directly supporting the transformation of the new Gay Project Community Centre.
Limited Access
€50/year
(Only 50 available!)
✔ Gay Project Goodie Bag containing a mug, keyring, lanyard and more.
✔ Entry to 2 annual Gay Project exclusive events for Limited Access Card Holders – get involved, stay connected, and be part of the community.
✔ Discounts and Free Trials of Gay Project and affiliate groups (including €1 off Queer Yogi’s Yoga).
✔ Exclusive bi-monthly social café’s for Limited Access Card Holders.
✔ Free Entry into regular prize raffles.
✔ You’d be a Legend also! Help create a safe, accessible, and inclusive space for Cork’s LGBTI+ community.
Why should you join?
This isn’t just a membership – it’s a commitment to an inclusive, vibrant future for the LGBTI+ community. Every cent raised goes straight into transforming our new community hub at 10/10a High Street, Cork – a safe, welcoming space where everyone can thrive.
Together, we’ll:
- Build a stronger sense of belonging and secure the future of our community.
- Run empowering programmes and workshops to keep the vibes going.
- Boost LGBTI+ visibility and advocacy across Cork and beyond.
Don’t Wait – Spaces are Limited!
With just 200 Full Access memberships and 50 Limited Access memberships available, don’t be leaving it till the last minute. Whether you go for Full Access or Limited Access, this is you’re chance to play a key role in shaping the next chapter of the Gay Project and the LGBTI+ community, while getting some perks in return.
Membership period runs from 28th February 2025 – 28th February 2026.
Age Restriction: 18+ Only
Join Today!
Apply below or email admin@gayproject.ie to grab your membership today.
Sign Up Now and pay by 3rd March 2025.
NOTE: Allies are also welcome!
Our Full Access Gay Card Partner Venues
We’re delighted to partner with some fantastic local Cork businesses and are extremely grateful for their support. More partners will be announced shortly. Full Access Members will receive access to the following fabulous perks:
Wilde Cork: €5 off door entry
Wilde is Cork’s only dedicated late-night LGBTQ+ venue. Situated on 64 Oliver Plunkett Street Wilde showcases local queer talent ranging from drag shows, cabaret, and pole performance. Along with talented musicians, and DJs playing all the current hits with a few throwbacks too. Wilde also caters for bookings, whether that be hens, stags, birthdays , corporate events, or just general catchups. For bookings, please email info@clancyscork.ie
Customers can avail of their €5 discount on entry to Wilde by providing their ‘Gay Card’ with a valid form of ID.
For all bookings email – info@clancyscork.ie.
3 Little Piggies: €10 Lunch Deal
3 Little Piggies Deli is a charming café located at Union Quay in Cork City, known for its welcoming atmosphere and scenic views of the River Lee. Established in 2016, this quaint spot offers a variety of hot drinks, pastries, sandwiches, and hot meals, making it an ideal destination for breakfast or lunch. The café provides both indoor and outdoor seating, with outdoor areas offering picturesque riverside views. Dog owners will appreciate the dog-friendly environment, complete with water bowls for pets.
Offer: Gay Card holders can avail of a €10 Lunch Deal: Any sandwich plus any coffee or coke can product.
Present your Gay Card when ordering to avail of the offer.
Operating hours are Monday to Friday from 8:00 AM to 6:00 PM, and weekends from 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM.
For more information, visit their Facebook page.
Ryan Portrait: €50 off
Ryan O’Sullivan is an fine art photographer whose work explores themes of identity, self-expression, and community. Ryan’s talent has been recognised on national and international stages. His portrait ‘Life Is A Drag’ was a finalist in the 2023 Zurich Portrait Prize at the National Gallery of Ireland, and he was selected to represent Cork City in the Rainbow Cities Network Exhibition in both 2023 and 2024.
Offer: Full Access Gay Card holders can book a 1 hour private shoot package (individual headshots, family portraits, group shots) with 10 digital edits, two 8X10 and three 5X7 prints for the discounted price of €200 (usually €250).
Carbon Hair Design: 20% off*
Carbon Hair Design is situated on the corner of South Mall & Parliament Bridge.
We specialise in all things hair from short hair, textured hair curly cuts, bespoke colour techniques & colour corrections.
All our services are gender neutral to ensure a more welcoming environment and promoting inclusivity with our creative space
We offer free consultations prior to any appointment if you are thinking of changing your style and colour for new and existing clients. We find this makes for a better experience when looking for a change as we can explain the whole process, time required, whether results to expect and talk about any additional cost that may be added for corrective work.
- Offer 20% off cutting
- Offer 20% off colouring/bleaching
- Offer 20% off any retail purchase
*Dose not apply to services with Andy*
Present your Gay Card on your first visit to the salon. We will make a note on your customer profile so no need to always present the card every visit.
Call: 0214222898
Powered By Rory: 25% off 'Fitness Class Pass'
Embark on your fitness journey with Powered by Rory, where every drop of sweat is a celebration of your unique journey and a step towards a transformed you.
Offer: Full Access Gay Card holders receive: 25% off the Fitness Class Pass (€129 Full Price; €99 for Gay Card holders).
Fitness Class Pass:
- 12 Fitness Classes
- Weekly Check-in
- Progress Tracking
- Accountability
- WhatsApp Support
- (Valid for 1 month – Classes include: Circuits, HIIT, Total Tone)
Simply show your card and ID when booking.
Hysterical Histories Cork: 10% off tickets
Hysterical Histories run a must-do, laugh-out-loud dinner theatre experience unlike anything else in Ireland upstairs at Amicus Restaurant from March – Sept as well as ‘Pick your own Path” walking tours of Cork City year round. All experiences are delivered by professional performers, and our packed performances are suitable for all ages. Discover the highlights of Cork’s 1500-year history and become acquainted with the citys quirky characters. Enjoy local cuisine, served up with live music and plenty of personality as you engage with the actors at our dinner theatre experience or become a part of our city’s history and laugh your way around Cork on one of Ireland’s most unique walking tours.
How to avail of the discount: Simply pop GAYCRD25 into the promotions box at check on our website www.hystericalhistories.ie
Clancy's Cork: 10% off food
Clancy’s, established in 1824, is one of Cork’s oldest pubs and has been at the heart of the Cork community ever since. Our home on Princes Street has seen significant change in Cork over the past century. Clancy’s is more than just a place to eat & drink . It serves as a haven for friendly catch ups, family gatherings, parties and more.
To avail of your 10% discount on food in Clancy’s provide your ‘Gay Card’ with a valid form of ID.
The Black Poppy Tattoo Parlour: Piercing or Tattoo Discount
The Black Poppy Tattoo and Piercing is located in the centre of Cork City and is dedicated to giving the value and quality to every person who comes in that our customers have become accustomed to. We are a safe and inclusive shop that welcomes all and offer flashes, custom designs, and no cost consultations with any of our 7 resident artists and piercer or monthly international guest artists. We will greet you with a smile, a coffee or tea, and a cosy environment where you will feel at ease and at home! See you soon!
Offer:
- 25% off your 2nd Piercing booking*
- 10% off your 2nd Tattoo booking*
*Prebooking essential with valid ID and Gay Card.
14A Restaurant: 10% off food
14A is an intimate modern space with bright welcoming interior and extensive heated outdoor seating area. Ideally located next to notable Cork city attractions such as The Opera House, The Crawford Art Gallery and the English Market not to mention the abundance of shopping in the surrounding area.
Offer: With the Gay Card you’ll receive 10% off food. This offer excludes any existing in-house offers or promotions.
Address: 14A French Church St, Centre, Cork, T12 KVN6
Phone: (021) 427 6457
Website: www.restaurant14a.ie
Amicus Restaurant: 10% off food
Amicus Restaurant offers a casual dining experience in an atmospheric contemporary setting. Fresh local produce and well-chosen wine list.
Offer: With the Gay Card you’ll receive 10% off food. This offer excludes any existing in-house offers or promotions.
Address: Paul St, Centre, Cork, T12 WP97
Phone: (021) 427 6455
Website: www.amicusrestaurant.ie
Ruairis Kitchen: 10% off instore
Ruairis Kitchen is a friendly and vibrant bakery based at 17 High street, Cork city. Serving homemade salads and sandwiches, speciality coffee, teas, breads and pastries and the most mouth watering cakes and sweet treats around
To avail of the over the cardholder can present the card in store.
Chattyboo Productions - €3 off tickets*
Chattyboo Productions are a Cork Based theatre company who are best known for producing the hugely popular and incomparable “The Adult Panto” which is Ireland’s longest running Adult Panto (17 years and counting at An Spailpin Fanach cork). They also produce other high quality professional productions of original work and have hired over 80 local professional theatre artists since 2006 and have been known to produce classic Irish dramas. In 2021 the company developed a theatre for young audiences branch of our company called Scéalta productions who have toured extensively with our little plays in the park series during summer months.
Mockie Ah - 20% off tickets
Mockie Ah is Ireland’s leading drag family and queer performance collective. Pure Cork legends, the group have gone from strength to strength with regular sell-out cabarets, drag brunches, club-nights, festivals and several television appearances.
Offer: Gay Card holders receive 20% of tickets to Mockie Ah shows*. Valid ID and Gay Card needed on entry.
*Offer only applies to independent Mockie Ah shows.