Limerick is set to serve up a major new signature multi‑day Food Festival after Limerick City and County Council secured EU funding for its SLOWTOUR project under the Interreg North‑West Europe (NWE) Programme.
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.
Limerick is set to savour the very best of its local food culture this September, with more than 25 events confirmed for the inaugural Linger: Limerick Festival of Food, Heritage and Place, taking place from Friday 11 to Sunday 13 September 2026.
Linger: Limerick Festival of Food, Heritage and Place is a vibrant celebration of Limerick’s rich food culture, unique heritage, and distinctive sense of place. Taking place across the city and county 11th - 13th September 2026, the festival brings together local food producers, chefs, community groups, artists, and visitors for a programme of food experiences, heritage activities, cultural events, workshops, talks, and family-friendly entertainment.
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