Festivals, Attractions and Activities in Tramore and Waterford

There is so much more to Tramore than just sunshine...

Whether you are attracted to Tramore by the wide range of sporting and leisure activities; from golf to surfing, greyhound to horse racing or by thrills and spills of Tramores' indoor leisure centre or the carnival atmosphere of the amusement park - the unique blend of hospitality in the many pubs and restaurants and the vibrant night life Tramore has to offer makes Tramore the perfect and premier seaside resort in Ireland for over 200 years.

Festivals

Name	Details
Tramore Racecourse Music Festival: First of the Summer Wine 2010	Ireland’s hottest new star of the last decade, Imelda May, has been confirmed to headline a new multi-stage music festival,“First Of The Summer Wine”, at Tramore Racecourse on Saturday 5th June. Imelda and her fantastic band will play the main stage with special guests Jerry Fish & The Mudbug Club. Tramore and the June Bank Holiday were always strongly linked with the ska/mod scooter scene in Waterford, so the second stage is dedicated to this style of music with Neville Staple flying in to perform the greatest hits of his band, The Specials, with support from Ireland’s best Ska tribute band Special Brew and an original Ska/reggae band from Dublin, The Bionic Rats. The third stagewill feature the very best of trad and roots music and will be headlined by the legendary Scullion, playing their first Waterford gig for many years. Tickets available from http://www.ticketmaster.ie

Tramore Comedy Festival 2010.	Its here!!! Tramores First annual comedy festival hits us this may!!! Three days of side splitting laughter with some of the best Irish comedians on the circuit!! May 14th -16th 2010

Tra Fest/Kavfest	Local music festival with street sessions, music workshops, and sandcastle competitions over three days in July. Dates to be confirmed.

Spraoi	An annual riot of colour, energy and excitement, held over the August Bank Holiday weekend in Ireland, with an atmosphere that is unique among Irish festivals. The festival takes over the city centre of Waterford for three days, transforming the streets and quays of the city into a giant stage for acts from all over the world. Spraoi is committed to the advancement of street arts, and the festival produces, premieres and showcases-some of the best in the world. The festival is also a platform for top quality world music. And it's all free! The grand finale on August 1st ends with a night of fireworks on the waterford quay. Dates 30th, 31st July and 1st August 2010 .

Spraoi in the Park Family festival	A three day long event based in and around the People’s Park in Waterford City. This wonderful 19th century public park, located at the junction of William Street and the Park Road, has now become the setting for “Spraoi in the Park”, a blend of music, street theatre, workshops, installations and for 2010: Cinema! The 2010 Spraoi Parade “Flights of Fantasy” on Sunday afternoon, July 4th, at 3pm, will be the undoubted highlight of the event. But there’s plenty more in store as it comes alive with new sights and sounds as large crowds descend on the park for the three days to enjoy this new festival. Dates: 2nd, 3rd, 4th July.

Tramore Races	Dress up and enjoy the craic at the track! Horse racing is held in Tramore on 17th, 18th April and 4th, 5th May. Every year the August Racing Festival provides entertainment, both on and off the track for all, from the racing enthusiast to the complete novice. The August racing festival is held on 12th, 13th, 14th, 15th and 16th 2010.

Surf and Sea festival	Local tradition at the beginning of September, this festival launches the start of surfing season! Theres still great sufing during the summer! Dates: 23rd- 26th September.

Bluegrass festival	Ireland’s largest bluegrass music festival is held in Dunmore East, Co Waterford, 15 minutes drive from Tramore. Dates: 27th, 28th & 29th August, 2010

Attractions

Name	Details
Comeragh Mountains	The Comeragh Mountains are a remarkably varied range, stretching from the coast near Dungarvan inland as far as Clonmel. Short walks to Mahon falls, Coumshingaun and Crottys’ lake provides stunning scenery. A visit to the Magic Road is a must. Guided tours can be arranged with a local mountain leader.

House of Waterford Crystal	See the handcrafted glass on display and being made by the skilled craftsman. See exquisite pieces of crystal created before your very eyes. The new House of Waterford Crystal, comprises an actual living and breathing crystal factory tour, fascinating visitor centre and opulent retail store housing the largest collection of Waterford Crystal in the world. Take a guided factory tour, giving you first hand access to all areas of traditional crystal production.

Hook head	Fill up the picnic basket, take the passage east car ferry and visit the world’s oldest operational lighthouse

Metal Man	Three iconic pillars with a metal man in the centre to warn ships of the shallow waters of Tramore bay. Legend has it if a woman is to hop bare footed all around the pillar three times, she will be married within a year (terms and conditions apply!).

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Leisure Activities

Name	Details
Greyhound racing	A night out with a difference! Enjoy the atmosphere, the food, the flutter the craic and of course top class racing! Great family discounts available including entry and meal. Every Friday and Saturday night in Kilcohan (7 miles) Waterford.

Splash World	The South East’s biggest, brightest and best indoor waterpark!

Tramore Fairground Park	Loop the loop on the world’s largest mobile rollercoaster at Tramore’s 50-acre amusement and leisure park, test your putting skills on the crazy golf, see if you can survive a the Waltzers Mega Spin, get a skyline view from the big ferris wheel. Too much too handle? Then layback and take the miniature train though the park.

Surf School's	Surfing: Never tried it? Always wanted to? Surf lessons are available locally through experienced instructors and within no time, you will be able to surf the waves in Tramore bay. Wetsuit and surfboard hire are available from Tramore Surf School and Surf Shop. Others include Oceanic’s Surf School and Freedom Surf and Adventure.

Sea Paddling	Kayak on the most beautiful stretch of Irish coastline exploring the spectacular sea arches and caves of Waterford’s Copper Coast. Family groups and half- day trips are very welcome.

Copper Coast Mini Farm	Enjoy the unique setting of the mini farm its unusual and friendly animals and plenty of space and fresh country air for children and parents alike.

Golf	There is an excellent 18 hole golf course with club house. Open competitions are held at Easter, Whit, July and August. Also nearby are pitch and putt courses and a driving range.

Night Life	Numerous pubs and hotels in the town provide late night entertainment throughout the summer season for families. Late bars and discos are also in Tramore.

Runamuck	Let the kids run wild at Run Amuck, the perfect Children's Indoor Play and Party Centre which is beside our caravan park.

Pirates Adventure	Challenge your friends and family on a 12-hole indoor mini golf course. Have fun and test your skills as you putt past pirates, waterfalls, sea serpents and firing cannons! Try for a lucky strike their mini bowling lanes or zoom around on themini motorbike track. So whatever the weather, the whole family can enjoy a fun and exciting day out!

LazerBlast	When the weather gets wet this is a great place to go to burn some energy and maybe release a little aggression! Put on your laser pack, sneak around the arena, and try to shoot your opponents! Great fun!

Horse Trekking	Let the horse do the walking! Trek through the countryside with Lake Tour Stables. Riders of all standards and age groups are catered for. For the more adventurous riders, Lake Tours can offer cross-country jumping on top quality horses.