Winterval Waterford – Ireland’s Christmas Festival

Presented by Waterford City and County Council, Winterval 2025 will feature many beloved attractions, exciting new events, and enchanting reimaginings of festival favorites. As the European City of Christmas, the event will offer a world of holiday celebrations, magical experiences, festive family attractions, seasonal surprises, and a variety of free and ticketed events for all ages.

Winterval runs on Thursdays, Fridays, Saturdays & Sundays from November 21st, until December 23rd 2025. The countdown is on!

Winterval Breaks

Winterval, Ireland’s largest Christmas festival, and now the European City of Christmas, will return to Waterford in November and December for its 13th year with its biggest and most festive programme yet. Waterford, Ireland’s oldest city, will be transformed into a magical Winterval wonderland from Friday, November 14th until Tuesday, December 23rd 2025.

Make the most of Ireland’s biggest Christmas Festival and European City of Christmas 2025 with 1 or 2 night breaks at the Fitzwilton Hotel.

We offer complimentary onsite parking (subject to availability) and Free wifi. We are located in the city centre just a 5 minute walk from the bus and train stations.

Winterval Breaks

Winterval is Waterfords Christmas Festival for Young and Old, packed with seasonal events and activities, set in unique heritage sites around Waterford City.

For more information or to book your Winterval, please contact us directly on T: 051-846900 or info@fitzwiltonhouse.ie

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