Applications are being sought from talented artisan makers, crafters and food producers across Ireland who are interested in becoming part of the Winterval Christmas Market 2026 in Waterford, Ireland’s biggest Christmas festival and home to… read more

Ireland’s Biggest Christmas Festival - Winterval Waterford Opens on November 21st Celebratory Opening Weekend to Feature Spectacular Drone Show Ireland’s largest Christmas festival, Winterval, officially opens in Waterford next Friday,… read more

Winterval Festival to Host Ireland’s Biggest Drone Show Winterval, Ireland’s largest Christmas festival and European City of Christmas, is set to dazzle festivalgoers with the country’s biggest drone show. On Saturday, November 22nd at 7:00… read more

Winterval After Dark Brings Grown-Up Magic to Waterford This Christmas This winter, Waterford opens its doors to all of those seeking festive enchantment after dark. From November 21st until December 23rd, every Thursday through Sunday,… read more

A Magical Christmas Wonderland in Waterford for All Generations of the Family This Christmas, Waterford invites families to experience the magic of Winterval 2025, Ireland’s largest Christmas festival and the European City of Christmas.… read more

Over 1 Million Festive Visitors Expected in Waterford for Winterval 2025 Waterford is preparing for a world of twinkling lights, festive cheer, and magical adventures as it announces its 2025 Winterval Festival programme. Ireland’s largest… read more

Winterval, Ireland’s largest Christmas festival, takes place from November 21st to December 23rd, and today the festival team announce a brand-new strand of live music for 2025, with a series of intimate concerts set to take place in the… read more

Ireland’s largest Christmas festival, Winterval, is set to return to Ireland’s oldest city and the European City of Christmas - Waterford this winter, promising more magic, wonder, and festive cheer than ever before. Running from November… read more

Waterford has just celebrated its first year under the title of the European City of Christmas and the 12th year of the Winterval Festival, and new record-breaking data released from the digital counters across Waterford City show that on… read more

As Winterval lights up the streets of Waterford this Christmas, it's the perfect time to immerse yourself in the festive spirit. From twinkling lights to magical markets, Winterval offers a wonderland experience for all ages. However, as you… read more

BYD Waterford are having an incredible time at Winterval meeting the thousands of festival goers who come to Waterford to soak up the sights and sounds of the European City of Christmas! As you're wandering through Broad Street, you'll spot… read more

It's hard to choose a gift for the women in our lives, but that's only because we have such a wealth of gifts available right here on our doorstep in Waterford. How are we supposed to choose?! Here are just some of our favourites that you… read more

From toys and books that will keep your little ones engaged for hours, to great clothing and footwear. Santa's elves having been wandering the shops at Winterval to put together a list of great gifts for the little ones in your life… read more

The Granville Hotel is iconic in Waterford. Situated at the centre of the quay in Waterford City, its bustling shopping district is right behind the hotel and the historic Viking Triangle is just a stone's throw away! Whether you are… read more

At Christmas, you're likely opening your home and sharing your table with families and friends more often than any other time of the year, so it's always ncie to put some extra thought into our homewares, Christmas decorations and festive… read more

How to Enjoy a Weekend of Free Activities in Europe’s City of Christmas at Winterval -The organisers of Winterval in Ireland’s European City of Christmas - Waterford, have created a festival that can be enjoyed can be enjoyed on all budgets… read more

House of Waterford stands proudly as Waterford’s flagship store at the heart of the Viking Triangle in Waterford City Centre. A destination for visitors from all over the world, House of Waterford has so much to offer those of us who live… read more

From cozy knitwear and winter boots to great party dresses and designer inspired accessories, you won't be stuck for choice when shopping for your Christmas outfits in Waterford.  read more

Trucks, Tractors, Bikes, and More All Headed for Winterval  Winterval Stunt Show, Blue Light Showcase, Tractor Parade and Jingle Bells Cycle  Prepare for a Blue Light Showcase, a Tractor Parade, a Jingle Bells Cycle and a Monster Stunt Show… read more

Choosing a Christmas present for the man in your life is often a tough task; whether it's your husband or partner, your dad, brother, son, or that uncle who's always looking after you. They always seem to either have everything, or want for… read more

Waterford celebrates title of European City of Christmas as it Connects with the EU Capital of Christmas via ‘The Gateway to Brno’ Officially opened by the Ambassador of the Czech Republic in Ireland and the Irish Ambassador in the Czech… read more

Comfortable footwear is key when wandering around Winterval. Those shoes need to keep your feet cosy and warm, fend off the changable Irish weather, and look stylish while you're out and about (because why compromise on style if you don't… read more

At the Fitzwilton Hotel in Waterford, they’re rocking around the Christmas tree with sheer excitement as Christmas is just around the corner. You can’t beat the warm, fuzzy feeling at this time of year. With twinkly Christmas lights, cool,… read more

Ireland Holds the Title of European City of Christmas for the First Time A Gateway connecting Waterford City, The European city of Christmas and Brno, The European Capital of Christmas to be opened by the Ambassador of the Czech Republic A… read more

Tens of Thousands Visit Waterford as Europe’s City of Christmas officially Begins its First Festive Celebrations  Waterford City was jam-packed and shining brightly over the weekend as tens of thousands of festivalgoers enjoyed the official… read more

Winterval To Officially Open With A 3-Day Celebration Set to Dazzle and Delight Friday - Nov 15th - Santa Arrives to Switch On The Lights Saturday - Nov 16th - European City of Christmas Parade  Sunday - Nov 17th - Opening of the Gateway to… read more

The 12th annual Winterval Festival Announces its Charity Partners for 2024 The 2024 Winterval Festival is aiming to ‘give back' as much as it can to those in need in Waterford. The festival has a number of particular events planned in… read more

10-year-old Adam King has written his first book, ‘Farron’s Adventure’ which will be launched at The Book Centre in Waterford City on Saturday, November 9th, ahead of the City’s 12th annual Winterval Festival, proceeds from the book will go… read more

A Winterval Gateway is set to connect the European City of Christmas - Waterford & the European Capital of Christmas Brno   Ireland’s oldest City and Europe’s City of Christmas is set for its place in the spotlight this festive season as… read more

The Winterval elves have been hard at work preparing and planning for the magic of the annual Winterval Festival and of course, this year creating a great celebration to honour the title of Waterford holding the crown of the European City of… read more

Ireland’s biggest and best-loved Christmas festival and Waterford the official European City of Christmas announce the very festive dates for Winterval 2024 as November 15th to December 23rd. Festival organisers are as busy as elves… read more

At a ceremony at Torrejón de Ardoz in Madrid on January 3rd, 2024, Waterford was officially recognised as the European City of Christmas 2024 by the International Jury of the European Capital of Christmas.   Waterford was proudly… read more

Record-Breaking 2023 Winterval Festival Comes to a Close The 11th annual Waterford Winterval Festival concludes today (December 23rd) and the team cites this year’s festival as a ‘record-breaking festival year’. Commencing on November 18th… read more

Waterford selected as European City of Christmas 2024 The International Jury of the European Capital and City of Christmas 2024 competition has unanimously voted to award the European City of Christmas 2024 title to Waterford City. The… read more

With the unpredictable Irish Winter weather, and the inevitable hectic few weeks leading in to Christmas, we often find ourselves feeling a little run down and fighting off a cold or flu on occassion. And if you're like us, you're… read more

Over 40 Events on offer & the festival is set to open with an awesome christmas parade Waterford will host its 11th annual Winterval Festival from November 17th to December 23rd. Today (October 11th) festival organisers unveil a programme… read more

The coolest attraction is the hottest ticket in town for the annual Winterval Festival as the ultimate skating experience returns with Waterford on Ice to the City’s quayside from November 17th to January 2024. Waterford on Ice will be… read more

Irish Doctor’s Choir present Samson, Home Alone with live score by the National Symphony Orchestra, The Armed Man at St John’s Church & Lions Club Christmas Concert at the Cathedral A sensational selection of choral events is now announced… read more

Tickets are now on Sale for Santa’s Gingerbread House Top secret visits have been taking place right under the noses of the people of Waterford as Santa has made preliminary visits to Ireland’s Christmas Festival to ensure his elves are… read more

Winterval's Christmas Festival's programme was unveiled last night as this year marks the 10th annual Festival. The Festival will run from November 18th to December 23rd with the country’s first Christmas parade being unveiled alongside the… read more

Winterval is proud to announce Expressway as the Official Transport Partner of Winterval, Ireland’s largest Christmas festival which runs from 18 November to 23 December 2022 in Waterford City. Expressway Route 40 (Tralee/Cork to… read more

The Port of Waterford has supported the Winterval festival since its inception and this year for the festival’s 10th celebratory year the Port of Waterford is delighted to be announced as the title sponsor for the Port of Waterford Eye. The… read more

The 2022 Winterval Festival is aiming to ‘give back' as much as it can to those in need in Waterford. The festival has two particular events planned in association with Waterford-based charities. The magical GLOW @New Street Gardens is a… read more

The elves are busy preparing for the arrival of Santa at the 2022 Winterval festival, which will take place for the 10th year from November 18th to December 23rd. Overflowing with festive cheer, ‘Santa's Central Station' will land right in… read more