CULTURE NIGHT 2026

Join us for a free, family-friendly celebration of live music, performance and creative expression

Music Generation Waterford House Takeover

5 – 7pm

Music Generation Waterford takes over the house with performances from the MGW Wind Band, Harpers and Pipers, as well as a relaxed Open Mic Session.

Young musicians, poets & spoken word artists aged up to 18 years – perform or come along to celebrate young creative talent from across Waterford!

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CULTURE NIGHT LATE

Slip of the Tongue

Stage Door Bar

10pm – 11:30pm

Slip of the Tongue is a high-energy night of spoken word, poetry, live music, drag, and comedy curated by poet and playwright Wayne Power.

Open mic, open minds – chaos and creative expression encouraged in this inclusive, welcoming space for performers and audiences alike.

Headlining on the night will be The Poetry Kiln, founded by Dublin poet Dave Hynes, a thriving poetry collective that brings together writers of all backgrounds to share, develop and celebrate original work.

Through workshops, open mic events and performances, The Poetry Kiln has become a valued part of Ireland’s spoken word community, fostering creativity, connection, and a welcoming space for both emerging and established poets.

Luca Records & Decks presents

Theatre Vestibule

10:30pm – 12:30am

An exciting late-night soundtrack curated by Harry O’Neill of Luca Records & Decks, featuring a headline performance from The Slinkies (Cilian Jacob and Ken Lally, previously known as VAGUE), playing an eclectic range of original music inspired by rock, funk, folk, and soul.

Throughout the evening, Alien:Nation will take over the Vestibule, along with The Haus of Goofy.

Expect exuberant drag costumes and make-up creating a live canvas to the music for the evening.

Never seen before in Waterford, come to witness this statement performance on how Drag Art belongs in the theatre.