The Urban Beach at Steamboat Quay is already welcoming sunseekers as the countdown continues to the official start of Limerick’s Summer in the City, with an exciting programme of events, attractions and activities getting underway from Saturday, 1 August.
Limerick City and County Council has officially marked the commencement of construction of the Limerick Greenway Hub @ Ardagh, with a sod turning ceremony taking place at the site in recent days. The landmark project represents a significant investment in West Limerick and will create a vibrant visitor destination along the Limerick Greenway, enhancing the area's tourism offering while celebrating the rich heritage of Ardagh.
Limerick City and County Council welcomes today's announcement that Nestlé has reached an agreement to sell the former Wyeth Nutritionals manufacturing facility in Askeaton to Pfanstiehl, Inc., a leading US-based life sciences company.
A brand-new festival, celebrating Limerick's rich food culture, heritage, traditions and sense of place, will make its debut at locations across Limerick this September. Linger: Limerick Festival of Food, Heritage and Place will take place from Friday, 11 September to Sunday, 13 September 2026, bringing together local food producers, chefs, hospitality providers, community groups and cultural organisations for a weekend showcasing the very best of Limerick.
Enabling works have commenced at the THRIVE Fireplace Site, marking a significant milestone in the delivery of this landmark regeneration project in Limerick.
Limerick City and County Council welcomes the return of the Dancing the Walls of Limerick Festival, a unique celebration of heritage, culture and community taking place on Old Clare Street on Sunday, 16 August from 2pm to 5pm.
The Frances Quillinan Collection, an Exhibition curated by Maurice Quillinan, was officially opened by Councillor Maria Donoghue in Saint Mary’s Cathedral, Bridge Street, Limerick City on Thursday 16th July.
Limerick's vibrant night-time economy takes centre stage once again on Thursday 30 July as Twilight Thursdays transforms the city into a playground of music, culture, food and entertainment. This month's programme brings together an unexpected mix of experiences, from Michael Jackson-inspired dance workshops and pro wrestling to a cocktail trail, live music sessions and a silent reading gathering.
Thousands of supporters turned Limerick City’s Pery Square into a sea of green and white as Limerick's All-Ireland Senior Hurling Champions received a rapturous homecoming following their victory over Galway at Croke Park.
Limerick is preparing to welcome home its All-Ireland Senior Hurling Champions following a memorable victory over Galway in Sunday's final at Croke Park. Thousands of supporters are expected to gather in Pery Square on Monday evening as the victorious players and management return with the Liam MacCarthy Cup for a special Homecoming celebration in the heart of the city.
Limerick City and County Council is inviting people of all ages to enjoy Summer in the City, a vibrant month-long programme of events taking place throughout August across Limerick City.
Excitement is building across the globe as football fans prepare for one of the biggest sporting events in the world, the 2026 FIFA World Cup Final.
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