Waterford Festival of Food draws record crowds
17th edition sees a 10% increase in attendees as more than 150 events unfold from Dungarvan to Waterford City, delivering a strong boost to the regional economy There was a huge buzz across Waterford this weekend. Not only was it the sunniest weekend of the year but Waterford Festival of Food brought an estimated 80,000 people to Dungarvan, Waterford City and surrounds. From busy quayside markets to packed dining rooms, and from orchards and mountain farms to events in unique pop-up venues, the 2026
Food experiences in extraordinary places: 10 unique places to indulge at Waterford Festival of Food
From Crystal Halls to Woodland Tables, Historic Estates, Mountain Trails, Boats, Apple Orchards, a Bakery, Breweries and a Medieval Museum! Don’t miss Waterford Festival of Food, taking place next week (24–26 April 2026). The festival celebrates the connection between the county’s landscape, its producers, chefs and restaurants, but what truly sets it apart are the extraordinary venues that host the weekend’s festivities. This year’s programme features venues as diverse as the home of Waterford Crystal,
8 new ways to experience Waterford Festival of Food 2026 across the county
Waterford is preparing for a feast like no other this April as the 17th Waterford Festival of Food returns from 24–26 April 2026, offering a programme of more than 150 events across Dungarvan, West Waterford, and, for the first time, Waterford City. With many events already selling out, here are eight new standout experiences across the county that food lovers won’t want to miss: This year, for the first time ever, Waterford City plays a big role in the festival. Among the standout events is
Waterford Festival of Food 2026 tickets now on sale
Tickets are now on sale for the 2026 Waterford Festival of Food, as excitement builds for what promises to be the festival’s most expansive and dynamic programme to date. Returning from 23–26 April 2026, the festival will once again bring together leading chefs, producers and food lovers across Dungarvan and, for the first time, a range of new venues in Waterford City. Following strong early interest after the programme launch, organisers are encouraging those planning to attend to explore the programme
Waterford Viking Marathon Corporate Challenge
For the first time, we are launching a Corporate Challenge, designed to bring businesses together, encourage employee wellbeing, and add a fun, competitive element to race day. There are two categories to get involved in: Corporate Team Challenge Teams of 3 participants: 1 Full Marathon1 Half Marathon1 10K The fastest combined team wins a beautiful vase from House of Waterford along with a prize voucher.Best Dressed Viking Team Teams of 3 or 4 participants taking part in any race distance Judged on
Klearcom takes top prize at Waterford Business Awards
Klearcom was named Overall Waterford Business of the Year at the Waterford Business Awards on Friday, November 8th, by Mayor of Waterford City & County, Cllr Jason Murphy, during a gala awards dinner at the Tower Hotel. Klearcom is the world's leading Customer Call Path Testing platform, assisting global organizations with real-time contact center testing. The Waterford-based company helps businesses manage incoming calls by testing interactive voice response (IVR) systems. The technology is especially
Chamber Diaspora Dinner sells Waterford to Dublin
‘Waterford is open for business and looking for investors’ was the resounding message delivered loud and clear at Waterford Chamber’s Dublin Diaspora Dinner, sponsored by EY, Waterford Local Enterprise Office and Waterford Chamber Skillnet, at The Dunmore, Rathmines, with over 90 business influencers with connections to Waterford in attendance. Opening proceedings, Niall Harrington, Waterford Chamber President showed his passion for his home city, the opportunities for development and the need for
