There is always something happening in Tramore. Throughout the year numerous festivals and events take place around the town and surrounding areas. See below for informaiton on the range of upcoming events in Tramore. Check back regularly for updates and new events!
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Raglan Road, Tramore
Janaury 27th, 2011
Touchwood Original Rock are playing a gig in Raglan Road Tramore at 8.30 on January 27th, absolutely FREE! This new and exciting Irish band have already made quite a name for themselves, having played support to Aslan, The Coronas, The Blizzards and Hybrasil and they played at the Oxegen music festival in Punchestown, Co. Kildare last Summer receiving an amazing response from fans and the media.
1848 Tricolour Celebration
March 5th & 6th 2012
The 1848 Tricolour Celebration marks the conception and unveiling of the Irish Tricolour Flag by Thomas Francis Meagher in 1848 at 33 The Mall, Waterford City. The programme of events gives Irish people everywhere a platform to celebrate lasting peace on this island, captured beautifully in the colours of 'An Bhratach Naisinta,' our national flag.
St. Patrick's Day
March 17th 2012
Join us in our local St. Patrick's Day celebrations. This family-focused event should not be missed! With a small parade in Tramore and a bigger parade in Waterford City - you will not be left short of entertainment on St. Patrick's Day!
April Racing in Tramore
April 9th & 10th 2012
This second race meeting of is in advance of the August Festival. If on a visit to Tramore, make a trip to the races and enjoy the craic at the track!
June Bank Holiday Racing in Tramore
June 1st - 2nd 2012 (tbc)
What better way to kick start the summer racing in Tramore, and the lovely bankholiday weekend, than heading up to the craic at the track? Check out the Front Room Package on Friday, June 1st! Great Value at €25pp, includes Admission, Racecard, Reserved table in The Front Room with Bar, Tote betting facilities and TVs ensuring you miss none of the action out on track, Hot Dish from the buffet served with rice and selection of salads. Friday June 1st (First race 5.40pm) & Saturday June 2nd (First Race 2.25pm). Date and time to be confirmed closer to event
Dunmore East Festival of Food & Fish
June 10th - 12th 2012 (tbc)
Dunmore East Food Festival is a jam-packed weekend of family fun, festivities and of course fish. This year's festival has many outdoor events and demonstrations of cooking. You can indulge your palate with delicious seafood or join in the many activities set out in the programme of events. Stroll through the village see the thatched cottages or wonder down to the harbour. A great many of events are planned for the whole weekend see programme.
Lismore Festival of Travel Writers
June 9th - June 12th, 2012 (tbc)
An action packed programme of family fun took place on Tursday June 9th 2011 for four days, at the picturesque heritage town of Lismore for the Immrama - Festival of Travel Writers 2011.
Tra Fest
July 16th & 17th 2012 (tbc)
The Tramore Music Festival is an annual music festival held in Tramore. A range of musical acts take to the streets, pubs and clubs for a weekend of great music! See here for the 2011 lineup to-date.
sprOg Festival, Waterford
Dates for 2012 to be confirmed
This is a festival for all the little sprogs, kids under the age of 8, so that the children can be the centre of attention before the Spraoi festival. There will be loads of entertainment specifically targeted for the over 5s and under 8s but you can be sure they will have something for everyone else as well. There are 2 shows a day, including workshops and exhibitions so you can pick and choose your favourite.
Spraoi Street Festival, Waterford
July 29th - 31st, 2012 (tbc)
This festival is an annual riot of colour, energy and excitement with an atmosphere that is unique among Irish festivals. The new parade route will circle the Peoples Park via Water St., the Waterside, Catherine St., The Mall, Lombard St. and Park Road. The parade is conceived, designed and constructed in-house under the direction of Spraoi's Artistic Directors. Its a fabulous spectacle. Special effects, lighting, live music with original soundtracks, puppetry, sumptous costumes and elaborate floats all come together to create a unique experience. Attracting over 50,000 people along the route on a vast scale, a vivid, vibrant and unforgettable experience for performer and spectator alike.
Waterford Music Festival
July 30th 2012 (tbc)
The Waterford Music Festival is a new music event being held in the Regional Sports Grounds, Cork Road, Waterford. Their first event sees 50cent headlining, with support acts Faithless, Flo Rida, Shayne Ward, Wondwerland, Smash Hits, DJ Ahmed and Venem. More acts due to be announced, with tickets available at just €54.80 from Ticketmaster. For the latest lineup, see our lineup information page here.
Summer Racing in Tramore
Aug 11th - 14th 2012 (tbc)
The August Festival promises to be the highlight of the summer season in Waterford when over Four days of sponsored races, fashion, and serious socialising make it a time when many Waterford emigrants make their annual pilgrimage home to enjoy the festival atmosphere that is around the town as over 25,000 are expected to attend the festival.
Bluegrass Festival, Dunmore East Co. Waterford
Aug 25th - 28th 2012 (tbc)
Ireland's biggest free Bluegrass Festival takes place throughout the village of Dunmore East with groups from the US and the UK as well as plenty of Irish performers. The bands will be playing over 50 gigs in 6 indoor and outdoor venues throughout the town. Some of the venues have plenty of other amenities so you can truly get in the mood for the event. For information on the 2008 event click here
The Sean Kelly Tour
Aug 27th & 28th 2012 (tbc)
Sean Kelly was one of the finest cyclists that Europe has ever seen and it was in the beautiful County Waterford in the South East of Ireland that he learned that craft. In paying tribute to the name of Sean Kelly, County Waterford hold a yearly cycle tour of the hills and valleys where Kelly's bike once flashed over the cobbles. The 2009 event will take place on Sunday August 30th. More details to follow closer to the event date.
New Years Racing in Tramore
December 31st - Jan 1st 2013
The first race meeting of the New Year, make a trip to the races and enjoy the craic at the track!
Waterforord Tall Ships Festival
Dates to be Confirmed
This festival will be four extraordinary days in Waterford as Ireland once again hosts The Tall Ships Races. This is one of the most spectacular and colourful events in the world and Waterford is gearing up to host over 70 majestic Tall Ships; 1,500 sail trainees and an anticipated 500,000 maritime, music and festival fans on the quays of Ireland's oldest city. The Tall Ships Races is set to be the biggest event in Ireland in 2011 and the return of The Tall Ships to Ireland's South East region will be celebrated with a festival programme capturing the very best of Irish and international acts; street theatre; fireworks; music and food. Send a Tall Ships eCard and help Spread the Word!
Tramore Carlsberg Golf Classic
Dates for 2012 to be confirmed
2011 Event Cancelled. This four-day event is held each September where four-person teams play on 4 superb courses at: Mount Juliet (Co. Kilkenny), Waterford Castle, Faithlegg and Tramore. There are individual prizes of Waterford Crystal on each course each day as well as best overall teams prizes.
