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Waterford (Irish: Port Láirge [pˠɔɾˠt̪ˠ ˈl̪ˠaːɾʲ(ə)ɟə]) is a city in County Waterford in the south-east of Ireland. It is located within the province of Munster.
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What's on in Waterford?
23 upcoming events. Times marked as estimated must be confirmed with the official source.
The Pulse radar in Waterford lists 23 public events over the next 14 days: concerts & shows (10), bars (7), heritage (2), walks (2). Updated continuously from official sources and the local community.
● Live radar6 months
PLAN YOUR TRIP
Explore Waterford beyond the event calendar
Landmarks, walks and practical information gathered to help plan your visit.
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The Lit Festival
Organised by Fáilte Ireland
⌖ Waterford, Waterford
Every year for one weekend, Ireland’s oldest city hosts Europe’s first youth-led literature festival! The Lit Festival returns to Waterford for its 9th edition with three days of workshops, performances and creative events for teens, young adults and families. Discover Rap, Spoke
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VISUEL D’AMBIANCE17/10 · 08:00PUBLIC EVENTWaterford Harvest & City Market
Organised by Waterford City Council
⌖ Waterford Harvest & City Market, Waterford
Historic market in the Viking Triangle with fresh local bread, Blaas, seafood and crafts.
Ireland-Farmers-Markets · public data- 23/10PUBLIC EVENT
Wicked Woods - The Return
Organised by OpenAgenda
⌖ SETU Arena
Live performance, light, sound, fire, and special effects transform the woodlands on Waterford Greenway at Carriganore into a mystical and magical environment. Performances are every thirty-minutes and can be booked in a Date et heure de fin à vérifier auprès de l’organisateur.
Failte-Ireland · public data - 24/10 · 00:00PUBLIC EVENT
Children’s Event: Waterford’s Weird and Wicked Past
Organised by OpenAgenda
⌖ Waterford Treasures: Medieval Museum
Join our Weird and Wicked tour of the Medieval Museum! Through storytelling and interactive interpretation, children will learn about medieval medicine, crime and punishment, hygiene, food and other fascinating aspects of everyday life. The tours provide a fun and educational act
Failte-Ireland · public data - 24/10PUBLIC EVENT
Paranormal, Past and Present
Organised by OpenAgenda
⌖ Waterford Treasures: Medieval Museum
Anthony is a psychical researcher, author, paranormal documentary producer and one of the founding members of GhostÉire – an Irish team dedicated to investigating unexplained phenomena. In 2024, Anthony and his team cond Date et heure de fin à vérifier auprès de l’organisateur.
Failte-Ireland · public data - 25/10PUBLIC EVENT
Children’s Event: Waterford’s Weird and Wicked Past
Organised by Fáilte Ireland
⌖ Waterford Treasures: Medieval Museum, Waterford
Join our Weird and Wicked tour of the Medieval Museum! Through storytelling and interactive interpretation, children will learn about medieval medicine, crime and punishment, hygiene, food and other fascinating aspects of everyday life. The tours provide a fun and educational act
Failte-Ireland-Events · public data - 26/10 · 00:00PUBLIC EVENT
Children's Halloween Workshop
Organised by OpenAgenda
⌖ Waterford Treasures: Irish Wake Museum
Following its previous success, this creative Halloween workshop returns to the Irish Wake Museum. Children will have the opportunity to design and decorate their own Halloween-themed masks inspired by folklore, traditions and seasonal characters. The workshop encourages creativi
Failte-Ireland · public data - 26/10 · 00:00PUBLIC EVENT
Children’s Event: Fangs & Fables
Organised by OpenAgenda
⌖ Waterford Treasures: King Of The Vikings
Visit Waterford Treasures' King of the Vikings to meet Raghnailt, a medieval vampire, and Ulfr, a Viking werewolf, as they battle it out to decide who is the best storyteller – and whose sagas are the scariest. From the legendary Cú Chulainn to fearsome sea monsters of Norse myth
Failte-Ireland · public data - 27/10 · 00:00PUBLIC EVENT
Crime, Grime & Graveyards - Urban Underbelly Evening Tour
Organised by OpenAgenda
⌖ Waterford Treasures: Medieval Museum
Visitors will discover the people, places and events that shaped some of the city’s most intriguing and unsettling historical episodes. Led by two experienced guides, this immersive tour offers a fascinating alternative perspective on Waterford’s rich heritage by exploring the pa
Failte-Ireland · public data - 27/10PUBLIC EVENT
Children's Halloween Workshop
Organised by Fáilte Ireland
⌖ Waterford Treasures: Irish Wake Museum, Waterford
Following its previous success, this creative Halloween workshop returns to the Irish Wake Museum. Children will have the opportunity to design and decorate their own Halloween-themed masks inspired by folklore, traditions and seasonal characters. The workshop encourages creativi
Failte-Ireland-Events · public data - 28/10PUBLIC EVENT
Crime, Grime & Graveyards - Urban Underbelly Evening Tour
Organised by Fáilte Ireland
⌖ Waterford Treasures: Medieval Museum, Waterford
Visitors will discover the people, places and events that shaped some of the city’s most intriguing and unsettling historical episodes. Led by two experienced guides, this immersive tour offers a fascinating alternative perspective on Waterford’s rich heritage by exploring the pa
Failte-Ireland-Events · public data - 30/10PUBLIC EVENT
Children’s Event: Fangs & Fables
Organised by Fáilte Ireland
⌖ Waterford Treasures: King Of The Vikings, Waterford
Visit Waterford Treasures' King of the Vikings to meet Raghnailt, a medieval vampire, and Ulfr, a Viking werewolf, as they battle it out to decide who is the best storyteller – and whose sagas are the scariest. From the legendary Cú Chulainn to fearsome sea monsters of Norse myth
Failte-Ireland-Events · public data - 13/11 · 00:00PUBLIC EVENT
Waterford Winterval 2026
Organised by OpenAgenda
⌖ Waterford City
Winterval 2026 will bring a mix of free and ticketed events including: Opening Event: The festival will kicks off with a large Christmas Parade and the official switching on of the lights by Santa Waterford Eye & Fairground: A giant Ferris wheel on the quayside alongside vintage
Failte-Ireland · public data - 13/11 · 00:00PUBLIC EVENT
Children's Christmas Trail
Organised by OpenAgenda
⌖ Waterford Treasures: Medieval Museum
Visit Waterford’s award winning museums to solve the Christmas clues and complete the trail – there may even by a special prize at the end. The Trail begins at the Medieval Musuem. Available for children of all ages with purchase of a Freedom Pass. Children under 16 go free but m
Failte-Ireland · public data - 14/11PUBLIC EVENT
Waterford Winterval 2026
Organised by Fáilte Ireland
⌖ Waterford City, Waterford
Winterval 2026 will bring a mix of free and ticketed events including: Opening Event: The festival will kicks off with a large Christmas Parade and the official switching on of the lights by Santa Waterford Eye & Fairground: A giant Ferris wheel on the quayside alongside vintage
Failte-Ireland-Events · public data - 14/11PUBLIC EVENT
Children's Christmas Trail
Organised by Fáilte Ireland
⌖ Waterford Treasures: Medieval Museum, Waterford
Visit Waterford’s award winning museums to solve the Christmas clues and complete the trail – there may even by a special prize at the end. The Trail begins at the Medieval Musuem. Available for children of all ages with purchase of a Freedom Pass. Children under 16 go free but m
Failte-Ireland-Events · public data - 29/11PUBLIC EVENT
Enchanted Garden Winter Lights 2026
Organised by Fáilte Ireland
⌖ Lafcadio Hearn Japanese Gardens, Waterford
These magical gardens are lit at night by a sea of twinkling lights, animal sculptures, dramatic tree and foliage lighting all creating a magical winter wonderland. There will be an opportunity to meet magical characters on your journey or stop by the open fire and enjoy Hot Choc
Failte-Ireland-Events · public data - 01/12 · 00:00PUBLIC EVENT
Victorian Christmas
Organised by OpenAgenda
⌖ Waterford Treasures: The Bishop's Palace
As you wander through the elegantly adorned halls, you’ll hear the curious origins of some of our most cherished Christmas traditions, all set against the breathtaking backdrop of Waterford’s Georgian Bishop’s Palace. The decorations themselves—lovingly handmade—add to the warmth
Failte-Ireland · public data - 02/12PUBLIC EVENT
Victorian Christmas
Organised by Fáilte Ireland
⌖ Waterford Treasures: The Bishop's Palace, Waterford
As you wander through the elegantly adorned halls, you’ll hear the curious origins of some of our most cherished Christmas traditions, all set against the breathtaking backdrop of Waterford’s Georgian Bishop’s Palace. The decorations themselves—lovingly handmade—add to the warmth
Failte-Ireland-Events · public data - 08/12 · 00:00PUBLIC EVENT
Christmas Calligraphy Workshop
Organised by OpenAgenda
⌖ Waterford Treasures: The Bishop's Palace
Participants will learn basic calligraphy techniques while creating personalised Christmas cards, gift tags and festive keepsakes. Suitable for beginners and those with some experience, this hands-on workshop combines creativity, history and seasonal inspiration in a relaxed and
Failte-Ireland · public data - 10/12PUBLIC EVENT
Christmas Calligraphy Workshop
Organised by Fáilte Ireland
⌖ Waterford Treasures: The Bishop's Palace, Waterford
Participants will learn basic calligraphy techniques while creating personalised Christmas cards, gift tags and festive keepsakes. Suitable for beginners and those with some experience, this hands-on workshop combines creativity, history and seasonal inspiration in a relaxed and
Failte-Ireland-Events · public data - 12/12PUBLIC EVENT
Christmas Wreath-Making Workshop at Mount Congreve Gardens
Organised by Fáilte Ireland
⌖ Mount Congreve Gardens, Waterford
Spend a couple of enjoyable hours creating your very own beautiful, natural Christmas wreath using a wonderful selection of seasonal dried and fresh materials. Think pine, eucalyptus, teasels, dried poppy seed heads, alliums and plenty of other festive lovelies. Liz will begin th
Failte-Ireland-Events · public data - 17/12PUBLIC EVENT
The Christmas Family - An Evening With Julian Walton
Organised by OpenAgenda
⌖ Waterford Treasures: Medieval Museum
The Christmas Family of Whitfield Court. First appearing in Waterford in 1666, the Whitfield family were mainstays of local society until the 19th century. Julian will explore unusual anecdotes and interesting members of Date et heure de fin à vérifier auprès de l’organisateur.
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