ABOUT
Now in its 16th year Waterford Harvest Festival returns from September 5th - September 8th, 2025 celebrating great food and the people who produce it. Taking place in venues across Waterford City. Harvest Festival promises to be a treat for the senses with food demos and talks, honey making, storytelling, fine dining experiences, fantastic food offerings from local restaurants, live music and lots of free family entertainment across the city.
3 DAYS, 55,000 VISITORS
Last year's event saw a record 55000 visitors in Waterford City over the 3 Days with many events sold out in advance. The festival will spotlight the best of local and Irish producers and the region’s food heritage, with the emphasis very much on taste and entertainment with an added dash of sustainability. Festival highlights for 2025 include live performances from Andy Irvine and The Hothouse Flowers, exclusive fine dining experience in City Hall with Keith Boyle, cooking demonstrations by The Happy Pear, storytelling with Eddie Lenihan and the Food Market.
GREEN, ENVIRONMENTALLY SUSTAINABLE EVENT
The festival is supported by Waterford City and County Council, which specified that the festival deliver a green, environmentally sustainable event, while minimising food waste and carbon emissions.
