The festival will take place from February 6 to 7, 2026, at Garter Lane Arts Centre, in partnership with Waterford Film Centre

Those present spoke on the importance of such events taking place in the city

This years' festival which took place in June, attracted thousands to its 13 days of community-driven events, performances, workshops, and gatherings

A number of events took place throughout Waterford recently including the very successful Pride of the Déise festival

Pride of the Déise is built by and for the local queer community - with a strong focus on accessibility, inclusion, and joy

There’s a long and fierce tradition in Ireland of speaking truth to power - not with fists, but with words sharp enough to cut stone

Here in Waterford, our community has demonstrated extraordinary strength, solidarity, and persistence. 

The Pride of the Déise festival is currently ongoing in Waterford with a wide range of events and activities taking place

Whether through cultural celebration, or simply offering a sense of belonging, the work of the Pride of the Déise reminds us of the power of community led action

How can we stay strategic, and still mind ourselves at the same time?

Each year, Pride brings colour, connection, and joy to the heart of our city and county

The eclectic nature of the festival is such that all tastes are catered for

Sinn Féin's David Cullinane said in a now deleted tweet that the Scottish Supreme Court ruling was a 'common sense judgement'

This year the pride festival will have a focus on the Irish language among its broad schedule of events