The Howth Maritime and Seafood Festival is your place to be this weekend, transforming the coastal village on September 7th and 8th. From 12 pm to 6 pm each day, visitors can expect “toe-tapping live music, sea-to-table food, free family activities, and the finest local products.”
The festival will feature vibrant stalls and pop-up shops showcasing the area’s best local offerings. Fingal Mayor, Cllr Brian McDonagh, shared his enthusiasm, stating, “In Fingal, we are blessed with 88 km of magical coastline, and Howth is one of the highlights. The Maritime and Seafood Festival is a great chance to enjoy Howth at its best.”
A Long History: The Howth Maritime & Seafood Festival celebrates the village’s rich maritime history and the abundance of food that the sea provides. See Howth’s fabulous harbour, full of fishing boats and the smell of fresh fish.
Something for Everyone: Whether you’re a seafood lover or a family seeking a fun filled day out, this festival offers something for everyone. Enjoy delicious seafood tastings that will tantalise your taste buds. There will also be live music to enjoy.
Free family attractions: Bring the kids along for a treasure trove of free family activities and attractions. They will be able participate in exciting games and interactive experiences and should give little ones a greater appreciation of what the sea offers us all.
Stalls and Pop Up Shops: Stroll through lively stalls and pop-up shops featuring Howth’s finest local products. You can support local businesses and artisans while taking home a piece of this seaside paradise.
Put it in the Calendar: Mark your calendars for the Howth Maritime & Seafood Festival this weekend. With the warmer weather beginning to fade. this is a great opportunity to feel the last of the remaining summer sun!
Attendees are encouraged to use public transport, with the DART and bus services providing direct access to the event. For those unable to use public transport, free parking will be available at Deer Park.
