Riverfest on the Shannon

Friday 1st - Monday 4th May
  • People kayaking in the River Shannon in Limerick City

Dive into Riverfest Limerick, a festival that celebrates the mighty River Shannon. Whether you’re picking up a paddle and taking to the water or watching from the riverside, there’s plenty of water-based action to enjoy. There will be thrills and spills on the river with kayaking, dragon boats, fishing and swimming events all making a splash across the bank holiday weekend! 

Soak up the festival atmosphere on or off the water with so many water activities to choose from:

What's OnDates & TimesLocation
Nevsail Watersports: Boating, Kayaking & Stand Up Paddling ToursFriday 1st May @ 5.30pm - 7pm
Saturday 2nd May @ 6pm - 7.30pm
Sunday 3rd May from 6.30pm - 8pm
Nevsail Watersports at the back of The Hunt Museum
Riverfest Limerick SwimSaturday 2nd May @ 8.30am - 12.30pmCurraghgour Boat Club to Thomond Bride and back
Killaloe CruisersSaturday 2nd May @ high tide in the afternoonCustoms House Quay
Dragonboat – Limerick DragonsSaturday 2nd May
St Michaels Boat Club to Custom House Quay
Limerick Angling Club FishingSaturday 2nd May @ 2.30pm - 4.30pmClancy Strand
Limerick Kayakers 'Round the Island Marathon Race'Saturday 2nd MaySt. Michael's Rowing Club to Hell's Gate
Limerick Kayakers 'May Slalom Course'Sunday 3rd MayAbbey River
Blessing of the BoatsSunday 3rd May @ 11amTraditional Blessing of the Boats

Events published on Limerick.ie are subject to change. Readers are advised to check with the organiser for further details.

Location
Limerick City
Address

River Shannon, Limerick City

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