festivals and fairs waterford

This is a truly unique event that investigates the intricacies of travel writing and its associated literature. There will be local and international writers taking part in the event with workshops, exhibitions and a film to explore the various elements of this form of literature. There will also be additional seminars with regards to other types of writing that you may find interesting as a corollary....

The Imagine festivals are a great platform for launching local talent as well as provide a stage for international artists to expand into Ireland. There are performances and workshops for people of all ages and is a great opportunity for everyone to get involved and experience the creative arts....

A special cead mile failte to all our visitors and performing artists. We hope you will be enriched after your visit to our lovely town, and we feel sure during your stay you will experience the famous hospitality and friendliness of the people of the Deise. We sincerely hope you enjoy our weekend of real Irish culture....

After having a great time in the Spraoi festival in August, you’ll have had plenty of time to get yourself ready for another very special festival, this time in the midst of autumn. This modern Halloween celebration looks back at a timeless classic for inspiration Dracula by the great Irish writer Bram Stoker. There will be events taking place all over the city and there will be something for everyone, so you can bring all the family....

This event has been going for many a year and has remained very popular throughout the history of this event since 1959. There are 14 nights of Light Opera and modern musicals that are different every night. This festival brings together some of the foremost Music Societies in the British Isles and Ireland, to the Theatre Royal in Waterford City. This venue has been made larger recently, so you can expect to see larger audiences than ever before....

All the youngsters are having the craic throughout the year, but if you are a lively over 55, then you might like to have some craic with people of your own generation. There are numerous activities and competitions planned with the highlight being the festival ball at the end of the merriment....

The annual Spraoi Festival in Waterford is a gem in Ireland's calendar of summer events, taking place over the August bank holiday. For three days the quays, squares and streets of Waterford are transformed into vibrant outdoor stages. A riot of colour, energy and excitement awaits the visitor as Spraoi creates an atmosphere that is unique among Irish festivals.
Set against the backdrop of Waterford's dazzling coastline and rolling hills, this free Mediterranean carnival-style e...

The Féile na nDeise has been sponsored by Guinness since the beginning in 2005 when this May Bank holiday weekend celebration was founded. This festival celebrates many of the traditional aspects of Irish culture such as the music, dancing and singing. This event is also an international event, welcoming visitors and performers from across Europe....

A celebration of the sea, sand and coastline, organised by the T Bay Surf & Wildlife Centre & The Irish Wildlife Trust. Over the three days events include beach sport & ecology for all, surfing, canoeing, Wildlife walks and festival village of exhibitions....

This is a festival for all the little sprogs, kids under the age of 8, so that the children can be the centre of attention before the Spraoi festival. There will be loads of entertainment specifically targeted for the over 5s and under 8s but you can be sure they will have something for everyone else as well. There are 2 shows a day, including workshops and exhibitions so you can pick and choose your favourite....