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What's on in Waterford: Festivals, live music, theatre and more

What's on in Waterford: Festivals, live music, theatre and more

Mon, 08 Jun, 2026

There are lots of events coming up in Waterford
Traditional music festival returns to County Waterford

Traditional music festival returns to County Waterford

Sun, 07 Jun, 2026

The event will run from June 18 to 21
Waterford man's cinematic dance film makes its sporting mark

Waterford man's cinematic dance film makes its sporting mark

Wed, 03 Jun, 2026

It's a cinematic dance film that celebrates the source and energy of former hurling and camogie stars and their impact on the community
Blackwater Valley Opera Fest launches this week

Blackwater Valley Opera Fest launches this week

Sun, 24 May, 2026

The festival will feature over 25 events across 13 historic homes and venues
Comeraghs Wild returns!

Comeraghs Wild returns!

Sun, 24 May, 2026

The event is one of the standout cultural festivals on the Waterford calendar
Waterford celebrates Bloomsday with new festival in the city

Waterford celebrates Bloomsday with new festival in the city

Sat, 23 May, 2026

Bloomsday celebrates Thursday, June 16, 1904 - the day immortalised in James Joyce’s 1922 novel, 'Ulysses'
Spraoi to premiere at multi-arts celebration in Wales

Spraoi to premiere at multi-arts celebration in Wales

Wed, 20 May, 2026

The spectacular event will take place on Saturday, June 27, in Cardigan
Ageing mind and impact of social media set for debate

Ageing mind and impact of social media set for debate

Tue, 19 May, 2026

The event will provide plenty of opportunity for public engagement
Upcoming theatre and art in Waterford

Upcoming theatre and art in Waterford

Sun, 17 May, 2026

The events will provide eclectic attractions over the coming weeks for art and theatre lovers
What's on in Waterford: Art exhibitions, theatre, comedy and live music

What's on in Waterford: Art exhibitions, theatre, comedy and live music

Sun, 17 May, 2026

There are lots of exciting events coming up in Waterford over the coming weeks
Brand new play to be set in Waterford City and written by Wayne Power

Brand new play to be set in Waterford City and written by Wayne Power

Thu, 14 May, 2026

Down and out in John Street, the pair have seen everything the city has to offer, and slept with it too
Lots in store for Poetry Day 2026 in Waterford city

Lots in store for Poetry Day 2026 in Waterford city

Thu, 14 May, 2026

Poetry Day takes place in Waterford on Thursday, May 28, with events taking place across the city
Waterford Libraries host special dawn chorus event

Waterford Libraries host special dawn chorus event

Thu, 14 May, 2026

The Dawn Chorus saw the Bealtaine Library Choir perform in the gardens behind Dunmore East Library
The Irish landscape is at the centre of new exhibition in Waterford

The Irish landscape is at the centre of new exhibition in Waterford

Thu, 07 May, 2026

The exhibition features the work of three renowned artists
Waterford artists take part in mystery art sale for charity

Waterford artists take part in mystery art sale for charity

Thu, 07 May, 2026

The initiative will raise money for the Jack and Jill Children's Foundation
What's on in Waterford: Musicals, comedy, festivals and more

What's on in Waterford: Musicals, comedy, festivals and more

Thu, 07 May, 2026

A breakdown of upcoming events in Waterford and how to get tickets
There was something for everyone at Waterford's Japanese Film Festival

There was something for everyone at Waterford's Japanese Film Festival

Sat, 02 May, 2026

"The scenes of the actual Kabuki dances are exquisite and it’s a side of Japanese culture I knew nothing about"
Towards 2030: Waterford Arts plan is launched

Towards 2030: Waterford Arts plan is launched

Wed, 29 Apr, 2026

The plan sets out a clear and ambitious direction for the development of the arts across the city and county over the next five years
Press photographer awards exhibition on its way to Waterford

Press photographer awards exhibition on its way to Waterford

Wed, 29 Apr, 2026

The exhibition will run from May 8 to 22
Green Fingers: The effect of flower power

Green Fingers: The effect of flower power

Sat, 25 Apr, 2026

There has been a surge of DIY and garden activities in recent times
Portuguese street artist brings new life to the Walls of Waterford with Ferrybank murals

Portuguese street artist brings new life to the Walls of Waterford with Ferrybank murals

Thu, 23 Apr, 2026

Mariana Duarte Santos aims to pay tribute to the historic communities of Ferrybank and Sallypark through her art.
Hook Lighthouse to celebrate maritime heritage

Hook Lighthouse to celebrate maritime heritage

Thu, 23 Apr, 2026

Running from 10am to 4pm, the festival will encourage guests to explore the world of the sea through interactive demonstrations
Students add splash of colour to County Waterford town

Students add splash of colour to County Waterford town

Thu, 23 Apr, 2026

The group provides support through free workshops and outreach events throughout Waterford city and county
Waterford people encouraged to enter spring clean photo competition

Waterford people encouraged to enter spring clean photo competition

Thu, 23 Apr, 2026

Entries must be submitted by May 15, via email to climateaction@waterfordcouncil.ie
Miki Berenyi Trio to play show with echo northstar 

Miki Berenyi Trio to play show with echo northstar 

Tue, 21 Apr, 2026

The band will be supported by Waterford singer/songwriter echo northstar.
What's On in Waterford: Comedy, theatre and museum events

What's On in Waterford: Comedy, theatre and museum events

Mon, 20 Apr, 2026

Lots of great events coming up in Waterford 
Exciting and eclectic line-up of free gigs on the way for Waterford music fans

Exciting and eclectic line-up of free gigs on the way for Waterford music fans

Mon, 20 Apr, 2026

The gigs promises to be among the highlights of the year in the city 
Curraghmore Whiskey and Blackwater Valley Opera Festival announce partnership 

Curraghmore Whiskey and Blackwater Valley Opera Festival announce partnership 

Sun, 19 Apr, 2026

A new partnership between Curraghmore Whiskey and Blackwater Valley Opera Festival is bringing together two established Waterford brands.
Blackwater Valley Opera Festival partners with Mount Juliet

Blackwater Valley Opera Festival partners with Mount Juliet

Fri, 17 Apr, 2026

The estate will be transformed into an intimate outdoor performance space
Concert of Hope to take place in County Waterford

Concert of Hope to take place in County Waterford

Wed, 15 Apr, 2026

The idea to stage the concert was inspired by a local person who had need of the valuable services of Pieta
What's on in Waterford: Festivals, live music, theatre and more

What's on in Waterford: Festivals, live music, theatre and more

Mon, 13 Apr, 2026

Lots of great events are coming up in Waterford
Waterford Film for All presents the award-winning, 'The Secret Agent'

Waterford Film for All presents the award-winning, 'The Secret Agent'

Mon, 13 Apr, 2026

The film won a number of awards at the Cannes Film Festival and Golden Globes
Medical detectives are on their way to Waterford

Medical detectives are on their way to Waterford

Sun, 12 Apr, 2026

"Miasma illuminates themes of particular relevance to third-level students of medicine, science, social science and history"
Omega Three Orchestra coming to Theatre Royal

Omega Three Orchestra coming to Theatre Royal

Sun, 12 Apr, 2026

The show will be the culmination of numerous requests for a repeat experience 
Irish rock guitar legend set for the Seantí

Irish rock guitar legend set for the Seantí

Sun, 12 Apr, 2026

The gig will take place in Saturday, April 25
Ben de la Cour is "the real deal" according to Déise music fans

Ben de la Cour is "the real deal" according to Déise music fans

Sat, 11 Apr, 2026

“I love Ireland, but I’m also the one American person who has no claim to Ireland at all”
Superb concert from Waterford-Music

Superb concert from Waterford-Music

Fri, 10 Apr, 2026

There’s a really appealing programme for tonight’s concert
Herman Dool exhibition opens at Mount Congreve in Waterford

Herman Dool exhibition opens at Mount Congreve in Waterford

Sun, 05 Apr, 2026

The exhibition serves as a tribute to Herman's vision and work
New creative groups host first meeting

New creative groups host first meeting

Sat, 04 Apr, 2026

It is a networking and support group for all kinds of creatives who live or work in Waterford City and County
Waterford TV production company nominated for two awards

Waterford TV production company nominated for two awards

Fri, 03 Apr, 2026

Voting is open until Monday, April 6
What's on in Waterford: Art exhibitions, live music, charity events and more

What's on in Waterford: Art exhibitions, live music, charity events and more

Fri, 03 Apr, 2026

There are lots of great events coming up in Waterford
Bursary for Waterford artists accepting applications

Bursary for Waterford artists accepting applications

Thu, 02 Apr, 2026

The minimum amount an artist will receive is €1,000 with the maximum amount being €4,000
What's on in Waterford: Festivals, theatre and local bands

What's on in Waterford: Festivals, theatre and local bands

Sun, 29 Mar, 2026

There are lots of events coming up in Waterford over the coming weeks
Waterford ceramic artists shine at exhibition

Waterford ceramic artists shine at exhibition

Fri, 27 Mar, 2026

The exhibition features the work of three talented Waterford artists
What to expect this Easter at Mount Congreve Gardens

What to expect this Easter at Mount Congreve Gardens

Fri, 27 Mar, 2026

Advance booking is required for limited-capacity experiences such as the Tadpole Talk and the Easter Explorer Walk
'Strange Sally Diamond' author coming to Waterford

'Strange Sally Diamond' author coming to Waterford

Thu, 26 Mar, 2026

The event will be free to attend but booking is essential
Pride of the Déise announces €1,000 bursary and dates

Pride of the Déise announces €1,000 bursary and dates

Wed, 25 Mar, 2026

The festival is now in its seventh year and continues to grow in popularity
SETU's literary voice amplified by students

SETU's literary voice amplified by students

Sun, 15 Mar, 2026

The response to 'Glór' has been 'overwhelming in the best possible way'
What's on in Waterford: Astronomy, cuckoo clocks, local theatre and more

What's on in Waterford: Astronomy, cuckoo clocks, local theatre and more

Sat, 14 Mar, 2026

Lots of exciting and diverse events coming up in Waterford
Interactive map of Waterford unveiled

Interactive map of Waterford unveiled

Sat, 14 Mar, 2026

They then compiled sound recordings, photographs and journal pages and handed it all over to artists from Street Art Inc.
Waterford Festival of Food expands into Waterford city

Waterford Festival of Food expands into Waterford city

Sat, 14 Mar, 2026

Last year, the festival welcomed 75,000 visitors and it's hoped this year's event will even surpass that figure
Novelist Nuala O'Connor to read at Waterford's SpeakEasy

Novelist Nuala O'Connor to read at Waterford's SpeakEasy

Fri, 13 Mar, 2026

Nuala is a member of Aosdána, a group of artists who have been honoured by the Arts Council for their extensive contribution to the arts in Ireland
Night of guitar music set for Waterford venue

Night of guitar music set for Waterford venue

Wed, 11 Mar, 2026

The gig follows on from an extremely successful show in the city that drew a packed house
Tickets moving quickly for Blackwater Valley Opera Festival

Tickets moving quickly for Blackwater Valley Opera Festival

Fri, 06 Mar, 2026

The popular opera festival returns 
Waterford folk group are time-travelling music tour guides

Waterford folk group are time-travelling music tour guides

Fri, 06 Mar, 2026

"There are many people who can't sit still during shows, they find that actively painful"
Waterford Youth Arts to stage cutting edge new drama production

Waterford Youth Arts to stage cutting edge new drama production

Thu, 05 Mar, 2026

The play shines a light on education within the youth custody system and the intense, hidden challenges young people face as imagine a future beyond its walls
What to expect from Seachtain na Gaeilge in Waterford

What to expect from Seachtain na Gaeilge in Waterford

Mon, 02 Mar, 2026

There are lots of events happening in Waterford over the coming days
Acclaimed artist showcases body of work at Waterford Gallery of Art

Acclaimed artist showcases body of work at Waterford Gallery of Art

Sat, 28 Feb, 2026

Robert Jackson is a painter and printmaker based in Fife, Scotland who spent his early years in Waterford
A night of cinema's most iconic music

A night of cinema's most iconic music

Sat, 28 Feb, 2026

They will also play music by Radiohead guitarist Jonny Greenwood, who composed the music for 'There Will Be Blood'
Booking opens for production of historic Pickardstown Ambush

Booking opens for production of historic Pickardstown Ambush

Fri, 27 Feb, 2026

The ambush was conceived by Paddy Paul, the leader of the IRA East Waterford Brigade at the time
A 15-year-old Waterford singer has big dreams as she releases debut single

A 15-year-old Waterford singer has big dreams as she releases debut single

Fri, 27 Feb, 2026

Raised in Waterford, she grew up on pop, inspired by artists like Taylor Swift
Irish language and music promoted in upcoming series of Tramore concerts

Irish language and music promoted in upcoming series of Tramore concerts

Sat, 21 Feb, 2026

This year’s event brings together three extraordinary acts who are reshaping the sound of contemporary Irish music
Well Festival of Arts and Wellbeing to begin in Waterford

Well Festival of Arts and Wellbeing to begin in Waterford

Sat, 14 Feb, 2026

In addition to events across the city, the festival has a special focus on arts for people in healthcare settings
Poetry in motion as patients in University Hospital Waterford to get meal tray lift with Well Festival poems

Poetry in motion as patients in University Hospital Waterford to get meal tray lift with Well Festival poems

Sat, 14 Feb, 2026

A much-loved element of the festival, the ‘Fancy a Lift’ event this year will be curated by poet Joanne McCarthy
What's on in Waterford: A breakdown of upcoming events across the county

What's on in Waterford: A breakdown of upcoming events across the county

Tue, 10 Feb, 2026

There are lots of great events taking place in Waterford in the coming days and weeks
Top accolades for Mount Congreve Gardens

Top accolades for Mount Congreve Gardens

Mon, 09 Feb, 2026

The McKenna's Guide Awards are regarded as one of the most respected accolades in Irish tourism and dining
Story of historic Waterford ambush to be dramatised in new production

Story of historic Waterford ambush to be dramatised in new production

Thu, 05 Feb, 2026

This presentation brings to the stage the tension, bravery, and human cost of the ambush that unfolded at Tramore, on the night of January 6, 1921
When young people meet opera for the first time in County Waterford

When young people meet opera for the first time in County Waterford

Thu, 05 Feb, 2026

Since 2012, the festival's education programme has reached approximately 7,000 young people across County Waterford
Woman dreams of being a lawnmower in Waterford 

Woman dreams of being a lawnmower in Waterford 

Wed, 04 Feb, 2026

She lives with her mother and has stopped going to therapy
What's On: Eclectic entertainment, the wrongfully convicted and an intriguing film on the way in Waterford

What's On: Eclectic entertainment, the wrongfully convicted and an intriguing film on the way in Waterford

Mon, 02 Feb, 2026

There are lots of events coming up in County Waterford 
Maria Doyle Kennedy to perform at the Seantí

Maria Doyle Kennedy to perform at the Seantí

Thu, 29 Jan, 2026

The collaboration will create an evening filled with songs that explore love, life, and reflection
Waterford Music announces first spring concert

Waterford Music announces first spring concert

Wed, 28 Jan, 2026

The event will take place on Friday, February 6, and will be held in the Dr Mary Strangman Large Room in City Hall
Over 5,000 visitors expected at upcoming Blackwater Valley Opera Festival in Waterford and Cork

Over 5,000 visitors expected at upcoming Blackwater Valley Opera Festival in Waterford and Cork

Sun, 25 Jan, 2026

Blackwater Valley Opera Festival (BVOF) will return to Waterford and East Cork from May 26, to June 1, for a week of opera and classical music.
Latest 'Life and Songs' gig celebrates one of Ireland's greatest bands

Latest 'Life and Songs' gig celebrates one of Ireland's greatest bands

Sat, 24 Jan, 2026

The series not only reminisces on the timeless music of the artists featured, but also details their thrilling life stories
"I live for the weird” - Lunatraktors launch exhibition in Waterford's GOMA

"I live for the weird” - Lunatraktors launch exhibition in Waterford's GOMA

Wed, 14 Jan, 2026

"I think their whole world is about trying to find out what a British identity is beyond colonialism"
What's on in Waterford: 80s music, spoken word, dance and more

What's on in Waterford: 80s music, spoken word, dance and more

Fri, 09 Jan, 2026

A breakdown of upcoming events taking place around Waterford
Mea Culpa: A breath of fresh air in Waterford

Mea Culpa: A breath of fresh air in Waterford

Tue, 06 Jan, 2026

There are three sides to every story, and that's what Mea Culpa is all about
'Queer Vision' coming to Waterford

'Queer Vision' coming to Waterford

Tue, 30 Dec, 2025

The festival offers a dedicated platform for queer filmmakers from Ireland and across the globe
Sean Keane performing unmissable gig in Waterford

Sean Keane performing unmissable gig in Waterford

Mon, 29 Dec, 2025

The upcoming concert takes place at Dunhill Community Centre on February 13 at 8pm
Students to display experimental art in Waterford

Students to display experimental art in Waterford

Mon, 29 Dec, 2025

The fourth year visual art degree students from SETU Waterford invite audiences to explore the role of presenting artworks for exhibition
What's on in Waterford: A breakdown of exciting upcoming events across the county

What's on in Waterford: A breakdown of exciting upcoming events across the county

Mon, 29 Dec, 2025

There are lots of great gigs coming up in Waterford in the New Year
Massive Showband celebration hits Waterford's Theatre Royal in February

Massive Showband celebration hits Waterford's Theatre Royal in February

Mon, 29 Dec, 2025

Reeling In the Showband Years has been a smash hit for the past 15 years
Deja Vu event presents donation to palliative care in County Waterford

Deja Vu event presents donation to palliative care in County Waterford

Mon, 29 Dec, 2025

Over the weekend of October 10 to 12, this year, Waterford was the venue for the 2025 'Déjà Vu' car rally festival
Vigil for Palestine hosted on New Year's Eve

Vigil for Palestine hosted on New Year's Eve

Sat, 27 Dec, 2025

Since the ceasefire came into effect in October 2025, Israeli Defence Forces have killed more than four hundred Palestinians
Historic New Year's Day event at Hook

Historic New Year's Day event at Hook

Fri, 26 Dec, 2025

The historic event is set to take place at the oldest intact operating lighthouse in the world this New Year’s Day
Huge range of artists featured in annual GOMA Winter Exhibition

Huge range of artists featured in annual GOMA Winter Exhibition

Wed, 24 Dec, 2025

The Annual Winter Exhibition 2025 features work by 39 artists from across Ireland and the UK
'Jack and the Beanstalk' climbs to full-house success on opening night in Waterford

'Jack and the Beanstalk' climbs to full-house success on opening night in Waterford

Wed, 24 Dec, 2025

'Jack and the Beanstalk', the brand new Southeast pantomime, burst onto the stage at the SETU Arena
Celebrated film set for January screening in Waterford

Celebrated film set for January screening in Waterford

Sat, 20 Dec, 2025

Having tragically lost his mother when he was very young, he has no sense of connection to the place or it’s people
Shakespeare Review 2026: Macbeth in Theatre Royal

Shakespeare Review 2026: Macbeth in Theatre Royal

Sat, 20 Dec, 2025

The review is aimed at Sixth Year English students in the run-up to their Leaving Certificate
Intriguing documentary on Caravaggio to be screened in Waterford

Intriguing documentary on Caravaggio to be screened in Waterford

Sat, 20 Dec, 2025

The film was five years in the making and is the most extensive film ever made about the revolutionary and controversial artist
Staff picks: The Waterford News & Star team pick the best books read in 2025

Staff picks: The Waterford News & Star team pick the best books read in 2025

Sat, 20 Dec, 2025

We are lovers of words and these were our favourites over the past twelve months
The best place in Waterford for a pint, according to five people who know best

The best place in Waterford for a pint, according to five people who know best

Thu, 18 Dec, 2025

The choices are varied but the common denominator is a guaranteed night of craic and banter
'Cinderella' will provide perfect Christmas festive backdrop

'Cinderella' will provide perfect Christmas festive backdrop

Thu, 11 Dec, 2025

The show will feature everything associated with one of the most celebrated fairytales of all time
The Kilkennys will bring the Christmas spirit

The Kilkennys will bring the Christmas spirit

Thu, 11 Dec, 2025

The group is noted for their dynamic arrangements, energetic performances and charismatic rapport with audiences across the globe
Review: Waterford Writers Anthology 4

Review: Waterford Writers Anthology 4

Thu, 11 Dec, 2025

The use of repetition to represent the cycles of life gave the piece an almost mystical quality

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