Waterford Christmas Events & Things to Do 2025
Your complete guide to the best christmas events in Waterford and surrounding areas
Waterford celebrates the Christmas season with Winterval at the Viking Triangle, where glittering Christmas lights and family things to do transform the historic waterfront and Cathedral Square. Catch Home Alone with Live Score or the Lions Club Christmas Concert for seasonal performances and festive cheer. The holiday activities spill into local streets and seasonal markets, offering handcrafted gifts, warm treats and parades that highlight Waterford's heritage while providing accessible winter festivals and attractions for all ages.
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Winterval Waterford
Ireland's largest Christmas festival and European City of Christmas.
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Magical Santa Experiences at Talbot Hotel Carlow
(Carlow)
Magical Santa Experiences for families
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The Rathwood Santa Train Experience
(Tullow)
Santa train experience by Late Late Toy Show creators
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Wonderlights at Fota House & Gardens
(Carrigtwohill)
Ireland's largest immersive light show experience.
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Wonderlights Fota Island
(Cork)
Magical light displays in historic gardens
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Fota Island Resort Christmas Escapes
(Cork)
Luxurious Christmas escapes on a private island.
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Christmas Shows Near Waterford
Christmas shows, theater performances, and holiday entertainment in Waterford.
Lions Club Christmas Concert
Experience the magic of the holiday season at the Lions Club Christmas Concert....
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Experience the holiday magic of 'Home Alone' like never before! This special screening...
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Additional holiday activities and unique Christmas experiences in Waterford.
Wonderlights Fota Island
Step into a world of enchantment at Wonderlights Fota Island, where the gardens...
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Step into a world of enchantment at Wonderlights, returning to the historic Fota...
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Festive dining experiences, holiday parties, and Christmas-themed food and drink events in Waterford.
Clanard Court Christmas & New Year Events
Clanard Court Hotel in Athy, Ireland, invites guests to a magical Christmas and...
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Experience enchanting festive dining at Fota Island Resort, a luxurious retreat in County...
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See every Christmas event, light display, and market on one map.
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Waterford Christmas FAQ
The main Christmas market in the city center is typically a highlight, alongside various community-organized events and festive light displays that draw significant crowds.
Waterford's rich history often influences its holiday traditions, with events sometimes drawing inspiration from its Viking past and medieval heritage, alongside more contemporary festive celebrations.
Residential neighborhoods throughout Waterford often put on impressive displays, with areas like Ardkeen and Dunmore East frequently noted for their enthusiastic decorators.
The city center usually hosts a main Christmas market, complemented by smaller artisan and craft fairs that pop up in various community venues and local shops.
Exploring the city's Christmas lights, enjoying festive window displays, and attending free carol services are excellent free options. Browsing the Christmas markets also offers plenty of festive cheer without spending money.
Families often enjoy visiting Santa meet-and-greets, attending family-friendly shows or movies, and exploring the festive atmosphere of the Christmas markets.