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The beginning of September doesn’t just mean the start of autumn – it also marks the return of the annual Howth Maritime and Seafood Festival which transforms the lovely coastal village to a mecca for toe-tapping live music, ‘sea to table’ food, free family activities and the finest local products.
Taking place from 12pm to 6pm on Saturday 7th and Sunday, 8th September, this vibrant celebration of our deep-rooted maritime heritage will have something for everyone. From seafood tastings to music sessions that will have you dancing by the sea, there will be no shortage of entertainment.
Along with the festivities and food on offer, visitors will get to experience the area’s finest local products in vibrant stalls and pop-up shops. This is a chance to support Howth’s thriving businesses and artisans while taking home a piece of our seaside paradise.
The Mayor of Fingal, Cllr Brian McDonagh said, “In Fingal we are blessed with 88km of magical coastline and Howth is one of the highlights. The Maritime and Seafood Festival next weekend is a great chance to enjoy Howth at its best. The sea air, live music, a fantastic new playground and a great opportunity to support local artisans. But remember, don’t feed the seals or the seagulls!”.
The event is delivered in partnership with Howth Tourism, an organisation dedicated to promoting the area’s attractions and enhancing the visitor experience. Fully guided tours and experiences are on offer along with self-guided walks and trails, giving all who visit Howth plenty of things to see and do. The seaside village is a much-loved destination on the Fingal coastline, with a scenic harbour of fishing boats bobbing gently on the water, and the scent of freshly caught seafood fills the air. No wonder why the town was so rightly praised in James Joyce’s ‘Ulysses’.
Visitors are encouraged to take public transport wherever possible, with the DART and bus services taking you directly to the heart of the event. If public transport is not available to you, there is free parking in Deer Park for this event.
All are welcome to soak up the atmosphere and enjoy the vibrant community spirit of this charming seaside town.
