Programme
The full bill — Fri 24 April 2026 to Sun 26 April 2026.
Every dining event, demonstration, tasting and family session across Dungarvan. Search by name, venue or category; pick a day to narrow things down.
At a glance
10 events across 6 venues over the festival weekend. Dining events, demonstrations and masterclasses are individually ticketed; the Sunday Festival Market on Grattan Square is free to wander.
Showing 10 of 10 events.
Friday 24 April 2026
17:00–21:00
The Moorings
The Tapas Trails
Graze your way through Dungarvan's kitchens — small plates, short strolls, great company.
Food trailBooking requiredTicketed — trail ticket covers all stops
19:00–20:30
Old Market House Arts Centre
Bold Pairings: Wine Meets Chocolate
The Wine Buff and Cocoa by Judit pair fine wines with craft chocolate.
TastingBooking requiredTicketed
20:00–23:00
The Park Hotel
The Dirty Circus Supper Club
Cabaret, circus and dinner collide in the festival's wildest night out.
DiningBooking requiredTicketed — over 18s
Saturday 25 April 2026
09:00–10:00
Grattan Square
Festival Fitness at the Bandstand
Earn your festival breakfast with a fun outdoor session for all levels.
FamilyFree
09:30–11:00
360 Cookhouse
Flahavan's Big Festival Breakfast
A hearty Waterford breakfast with Flahavan's, the festival's long-time supporters.
FamilyFamily-friendlyBooking requiredTicketed — family friendly
12:00–13:30
Old Market House Arts Centre
Cookery Demonstration: Rory O'Connell
The Ballymaloe Cookery School co-founder shows how it's done.
DemonstrationBooking requiredTicketed
14:00–15:30
Old Market House Arts Centre
Pastry Masterclass with Shane Smith
Ireland's favourite pastry chef shares the secrets of show-stopping baking.
MasterclassBooking requiredTicketed
15:00–17:00
The Park Hotel
A Very Festival Afternoon Tea
Dainty sandwiches, proper cakes and a sea view — afternoon tea, festival style.
DiningBooking requiredTicketed
Sunday 26 April 2026
10:00–17:00
Grattan Square
The Sunday Festival Market
The grand finale — Grattan Square packed with food, craft, music and thousands of friends.
MarketFreeFamily-friendly
13:00–15:30
The Moorings
Guest Chefs: A Festival Sunday Lunch
Visiting chefs join Dungarvan kitchens for one very special Sunday lunch.
DiningBooking requiredTicketed