What's On
Step into a city where every season brings new stories. Whether you’re here for the arts, the atmosphere or the ancient streets, Waterford’s calendar is packed with events that bring the past to life and the present to celebration.
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Comhlucht Forbartha na nDéise
Waterford City
Festivals & Events
Comhlucht Forbartha na nDéise is a community and language development organisation based in Gaeltacht na nDéise, County Waterford. Since 2005, it has worked to support the Irish language and enhance facilities in the Irish-speaking communities of An Rinn and An Sean Phobal. Home to over 2,000 residents, this scenic Gaeltacht area is known for its rich cultural heritage, distinctive dialect, and vibrant traditions, including sean-nós singing and music.
The Churchyard Sessions
Waterford City
Arts & Culture, Festivals & Events
Experience the magic of summer evenings with The Churchyard Sessions – a series of free, family-friendly outdoor gigs in Waterford’s historic heart. Featuring local talent and national acts, it's the perfect blend of music, heritage and community spirit.
Legends & Lore Summer Festival at the Japanese Gardens
Tramore
Family Friendly, Festivals & Events, Outdoors
Join us for the 2025 Legends and Lore Festival at the enchanting Lafcadio Hearn Japanese Gardens, where ancient and exotic stories come to life, surrounded by the beauty of nature. Step into a world of cultural traditions, with captivating stories from Tramore to Tokyo, creative and crafty workshops, and a children’s woodland trail that transports visitors to a realm where nature, history and imagination intertwine.
