Discover things to do during your stay in Cork and Waterford
What's on during your stay?
Your guide to all things happening in Waterford and Cork
What’s on
Discover events and festivals happening in Waterford and Cork during your stay at The Cliff House Hotel.
August
Spraoi International Street Arts Festival
Waterford, Ireland’s oldest city, will come alive from 1st to 3rd August with the vibrant energy of the Spraoi International Street Arts Festival. Over three days, locals and visitors alike will mingle as the city’s streets and squares are transformed into dynamic stages for an eclectic mix of world-class performers. All events are free, with daily programmes kicking off at lunchtime and continuing late into the night.
Spraoi is a celebration of spectacle, contemporary circus, music, dance, comedy, and delightful chaos, offering something for everyone. With attractions suited to all ages, it’s a truly inclusive, cross-generational experience. The festival culminates in a dazzling parade of hundreds of costumed performers winding through Waterford’s historic streets, capped off with a breath taking fireworks display over the River Suir.
August
Cork on a Fork Fest 2025
Experience the best of Cork’s vibrant food scene as Cork on a Fork Fest returns from 13th to 17th August for five days of incredible local flavours and festival fun!
Celebrate Cork’s unique culinary culture with a programme packed full of exciting events, including unique dining experiences, immersive food events, expert talks, interactive workshops, live cooking demonstrations, a full children’s programme, and much more.
Whether you’re a food lover or just looking for a great day out, Cork on a Fork Fest 2025 is not to be missed!
September
Harvest Festival
Waterford’s Harvest Festival returns from September 6th to 8th. Ireland’s oldest city will come alive with family-friendly fun, live music, and delicious local food. Stroll through the bustling Harvest Market, enjoy cooking demonstrations, and soak up the festive atmosphere in the streets and squares of Waterford, all in celebration of the region’s rich culinary heritage. The perfect activity for families.
September
Get ready for an unforgettable musical experience as Guitartown returns to Clonakilty for the Clonakilty International Guitar Festival from September 17th to 21st. Celebrating its 21st edition, this unique seaside festival transforms the town into a vibrant stage, welcoming world-class guitarists from ages 18 to 83. Guests can enjoy an eclectic mix of headline performances, a town-wide free session trail, and inspiring community and education events—all set in the creative, independent spirit of this much-loved music celebration.
October
Waterford Imagine Arts Festival
Waterford will come alive once more as the Imagine Arts Festival returns, transforming the city into a vibrant hub of creativity and culture running from the 21st – 26th October. This year’s programme is set to delight with an exciting mix of music, performance, visual arts, and heritage events—perfect for both seasoned festival-goers and those discovering it for the first time.
October
GUINNESS CORK JAZZ FESTIVAL
From 24th to 27th October 2025, Cork City will come alive with the unmistakable energy of the Guinness Cork Jazz Festival. Over four music-filled days, the city’s streets, pubs, and venues will resonate with world-class performances, from intimate gigs to show-stopping concerts by international jazz stars. Whether you’re a lifelong jazz enthusiast or simply in the mood for an unforgettable weekend of rhythm, culture, and atmosphere, this iconic festival promises to strike all the right notes.
Plan your seaside escape now!
As the seasons shift and the coastline takes on its own ever-changing beauty, there’s no better backdrop for your next escape than the Cliff House Hotel. After days spent exploring the region’s lively festivals, cultural celebrations, and natural wonders, return to the warmth of our cliffside retreat—where ocean views meet impeccable comfort, and every detail is thoughtfully prepared. Whether you seek quiet moments of indulgence or memorable adventures along Ireland’s southern shores, your perfect getaway awaits.
Autumn Solstice | Dinner | Bathing Therapy | Hot Whiskey
Embrace the spectacular beauty of autumnal hues in Ireland’s Ancient East with this exclusive experience. Offering a medley of gastronomical delights, soothing wellness and five-star luxury steeped in Ardmore’s coastal beauty, Cliff House Hotel’s Autumn Solstice package includes:
- An overnight stay in a sea view room
- Three-course dinner in our award-wining clifftop Restaurant & Bar
- 45-min outdoor bathing therapy for two
- Hot whiskey or Irish coffee
- A cooked-to-order breakfast
- Access to our 15m indoor infinity-edge swimming pool, outdoor heated jacuzzi, small gym, sauna & steam room
- Complimentary valet parking
New Year's Eve: Celebrate in the House Restaurant - 2 Nights
Two nights | Sea View | Full Irish Breakfast – Cooked to Order | MICHELIN Star Tasting Menu on the 31st | NYE Celebrations
Soak up the magnificence of a MICHELIN-starred New Year’s getaway with this exquisite experience which entails:
- Two nights in a sea view room
- NYE menu in the award-winning House Restaurant on New Years Eve
- Glass of Champagne and canapés
- NYE celebrations
- Full Irish Breakfast
- Complimentary valet parking
