Fun days out for all the family at Riverfest Limerick 2023

20 April 2023

Keep the kids entertained this May Bank Holiday weekend with a raft of family fun activities at Riverfest Limerick, including many free events.

Let your little explorers discover Limerick City with the Riverfest Scavenger Hunt or get their hands on some colourful gunge at the educational Slime Factory at Limerick’s Fab Lab.

With a favourable tide there are more river-based spectator activities planned this year including dragon boat racing, the Eco Showboat and the Riverfest Swim. Or why not get active and try stand up paddle boarding or see the city from a different perspective with a kayaking tour of the Shannon?

A Fly Boarding water-based stunt show on the river will amaze young and old with dolphin dives, backflips and daredevil tricks.

Those who are brave enough can freefall with the Riverfest Freedrop, a new introduction to the festival this year. The popular Panoramic Wheel will also take you to dizzying heights.

Sample tasty treats at the Riverfestival Village or the sizzling atmosphere at the BBQ on the Boardwalk. The Riverfest Spectacular Fireworks are the perfect excuse for a later bedtime on Sunday night.

Children and adults with autism can get away from it all at the Chill Out Zone and Sensory Room.

Senior Executive Officer for Tourism at Limerick City and County Council, Eileen Coleman said: “With Riverfest, we endeavour to appeal to all audiences and age groups.  It’s so important for families to spend quality time together, especially during the Bank Holiday weekends and there are a number of events that families can enjoy together. Older children will enjoy our Rogu Firestorm show, our Riverfest Freedrop and the spectacular Fireworks Display.  Younger children can enjoy Fly Boarding on the river and our Scavenger Hunt in the city centre.”

Kicking off the summer season in style, Riverfest Limerick showcases all that is great about Limerick.

The festival runs from Friday 28 April to Monday 1 May 2023.

Full details and updates available on Riverfest.ie.

Events include:

Riverfest Spectacular Fireworks Display

Limerick’s skyline will transform into a fantastic fusion of colour, during the spectacular fireworks extravaganza to guarantee a fitting finale to Sunday’s festivities. Learn More.

Panoramic Wheel

Soar above the city and take in the 360 degree views of lovely Limerick! Learn more.

Riverfest on the Shannon

Family fun water activities featured as part of the huge line up for Riverfest Limerick 2018. Photo: Sean Curtin True Media.

Featuring stand up paddle boarding, kayaking tours, dragon boat racing, the Eco Showboat and even the chance to jump aboard an Irish Naval Vessel! Learn more.

Riverfestival Village

Riverfest Limerick. Picture Sean Curtin True Media.

Arthur’s Quay Park will be a hive of activity throughout the weekend with street performers, food, crafts, live music and more! Learn more.

Bon Secours Hospital Run for Fun

Alannah and Shane Fitzgerald, Woodlawn at The UL Sport Children's Run for Fun at the Barringtons Hospital Great Limerick Run at the University of Limerick. Picture Sean Curtin True Media.

The Bon Secours Hospital Run for Fun from the organisers of the Great Limerick Run provides a fantastic opportunity for primary school children to participate in a fun and safe environment. Learn More.