With only a few weeks left of Winterval, here’s a handy itinerary to make the most of Ireland’s largest Christmas Festival before it’s all over on December 23.
From puppet shows to orchestras and live music…there is a host of theatre and choral events to enjoy throughout Winterval this year. Below are some of the performances not to be missed.
This Friday (November 17), Santa Claus will roll into Waterford City inside a gigantic festive bauble, partaking in a Christmas Parade which will culminate at the Winterval Main Stage at the top of John Robert’s Square. The city’s Christmas lights will be switched on, with the Mayor of Waterford, Cllr. Joe Conway, marking the official opening of Ireland’s Christmas Festival.
Waterford is set for some spooky shenanigans to celebrate Halloween. Get the kids in the spirit of things over the mid-term break with spine-chilling activities all around the city and county.
The countdown is on to the 14th annual Waterford Harvest Festival this weekend (September 8 to 10). We can look forward to a massive food market–nearly twice the size of the festival’s market last year!
Visitors to Waterford’s Harvest Festival this weekend (September 8 to 10) are invited to step into a world of culinary curiosity and thought-provoking discussions. GIY (Grow It Yourself) will present a captivating lineup of talks and debates that delve into the heart of pressing food issues with a series of free talks on the “Food Matters” stage, proudly sponsored by Waterford Chamber Skillnet.
Waterford Walls returns tomorrow with a carefully curated programme featuring 10 days of street art, music, accessible workshops and guided tours.
The entertainment for the run up to St. Patrick’s Day and the two days following sees a jam-packed line-up of entertainment and music—the full schedule caters to all the family. The live music kicks off on March 16 on the Cultural Quarter Stage (O’Connell Street) from 6 pm to 10 pm.
This ones for the kids! Are you ready to design the flag of the future? Join the Thomas Francis Meagher Children’s Flag Competition and show us your creativity!
If you’re feeling a big sluggish after Christmas, a little trip to the Greenway or a spin out to one of our fabulous beaches should get you back on track. No time like the present!
Well! We bet you’ve been wondering why you’ve been seeing a certain pair of viking-looking characters around town lately. Well, we’re here to officially re-introduce you to Vicky and Willie aka Yer’Wan and Yer’Man – the official mascots of Waterford.FYI!
Harvest 2020, some Spraoi fun and Tramore’s new Vitamin Sea Festival all kick off this September.