Category Archives: Arts / Culture

Over 100 Producers and Creators set for Winterval’s Christmas Markets

Waterford is all set to host its 11th annual Winterval Festival from November 17th to December 23rd. The festival will kick off with a programme of over 40 events for all the family to enjoy. A primary attraction will be … Continue reading

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Sustainable Eating Talk with dietician Aoife McDonald

Join registered Dietitian, Aoife McDonald where she will share her knowledge on how to incorporate sustainable, nutritious eating into your life on Thursday 16th November at 7pm in Carrickphierish Library. This presentation is free but places are limited. Click here to … Continue reading

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Winners of the Waterford Poetry Prize 2023 announced

The Arts Office, Waterford City and County Council is pleased to announce the winners of the national Waterford Poetry Prize 2023. First Prize goes to ‘Skimming Stones’ by Finola Cahill, a writer and musician from Ballina, Co. Mayo. Her poetry … Continue reading

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Scéim Deontais d’Fhéilte agus Imeachtaí ar oscailt anois

Is féidir iarratas a dhéanamh anois ar Scéim Deontas Féilte & Imeachtaí 2024 de chuid Chomhairle Cathrach agus Contae Phort Láirge. Tá sé mar aidhm ag an scéim tacú le himeachtaí ar fud Phort Láirge a chuidíonn chun áit níos … Continue reading

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Grants Scheme for Festivals and Events now open

The application process for Waterford City and County Council’s Festivals & Events Grants Scheme 2024 is now open for applications. The scheme aims to help support events across Waterford which help contribute towards making Waterford a more vibrant and sustainable … Continue reading

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Reminder: Waterford Writers Weekend begins this week

Waterford City and County Council is pleased to announce details of Waterford Writers Weekend 2023 which takes place from October 26th to October 29th. Dedicated to writers and those who love the work of writers, the weekend will feature a … Continue reading

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‘Spooky Tunnel’ returns to Waterford Greenway for 2023!

Following on from the huge success of the Spooky Tunnel at Ballyvoyle on the Waterford Greenway for Halloween 2018, 2019 and once again in 2022, Waterford City and County Council is organising a similar spooky experience that you won’t want … Continue reading

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Märkischer Kreis Twinning delegation visits Waterford

A delegation from Märkischer Kreis in Germany recently travelled to Waterford for the return leg of a town twinning journey that cements the relationship between the two regions. In April this year, a Waterford delegation led by then Mayor of … Continue reading

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Visit Waterford launch series of Haunted Happenings across Waterford City and County this Halloween

Visit Waterford has prepared a wide range of events across the city and county as it prepares for its annual Halloween celebrations. From spooky storytelling and pumpkin carving to scary movie screenings and haunted trails, there is something for everyone. … Continue reading

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