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 On | Dates & Times | Location |
|---|---|---|
| Nevsail Watersports: Boating, Kayaking & Stand Up Paddling Tours | Friday 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 Swim | Friday 1st May @ 5pm - 8pm | Custom House Quay (behind the Hunt Museum) |
| Killaloe Cruisers | Saturday 2nd May @ high tide in the afternoon | Custom House Quay |
| Dragonboat – Limerick Dragons | Saturday 2nd May | St. Michael's Boat Club to Custom House Quay |
| Limerick Angling Club Fishing | Saturday 2nd May @ 2.30pm - 4.30pm | Clancy Strand |
| Riverfest Limerick Kayaking Race | Saturday 2nd May @ 5pm | Start and finish at O’Callaghan Strand slipway (beside St. Michael's Rowing Club) |
| St. Michael's Rowing Club Riverfest Estuary Row | Sunday 3rd May | Limerick City - Askeaton - Limerick City |
| Blessing of the Boats | Sunday 3rd May @ 11am | Custom House Quay |
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