Fun-filled days of St Patrick’s Day Festival

St. PAtrick's Day Festival Waterford

So much to enjoy together

Stay at the Viking Hotel Waterford and join fun-filled days of the St Patrick’s Day Festival – enjoy the parade, live music, family fairgrounds, river cruises and Celtic workshops.

Child dressed in festive St.Patricks Day hat
Dog dressed in festive St.Patricks Day attire, looking out an open car window

Waterford St. Patrick's Day Festival

This years Waterford St. Patrick’s Day Festival will take place from the 17th – 19th March. There will be three days packed full of activities and events including the St. Patrick’s Day Parade taking place on the 17th March.

St. Patrick's Day Parade

Kicking off the three day festival is the St. Patrick’s Day Parade on the 17th March. The parade will be hitting the streets of Waterford city at 1pm and will be led by Grand Marshall Finn Ryan. The parade begins at the Waterford Bus Station and will proceed along the Quay, past the Clock Tower and the Plaza, moving around to the Mall.

St.Patricks Day Parade Pipe Band
Man in St.Patricks Day hat taking an image of the parade
St.Patricks Day Parade - Irish flag flown above the crowd
Young child wearing a shamrock headband watching the St.Patricks Day parade

Events

Throughout the three days of the festival there will be a fairground set up in John Roberts Square to keep everyone entertained. For the next two days following the parade there will be free music, dancing and entertainment in John Roberts Square, O’Connell Street and the Plaza Festival Stage. The final night of the festival will conclude with a fireworks display on the Quay at 9pm.

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Frequently asked Questions

What food & drink options are available at Viking Hotel Waterford?

Wooden Pestle Restaurant provides breakfast, lunch, dinner and beverages. There are also vending machines located on the 2nd and 3rd floor.

Yes, the Viking Hotel has a large free car park facility onsite.

All rates/dates have different pricing schedules and are subject to availability. Contact the hotel for the best rate available.

Yes, children’s menu is available at the Wooden Pestle.

Yes, it is best we know any special dietary requirements of our guests in advance so that our chefs are informed in advance.