To facilitate this extraordinary celebration, a number of crucial road closures will be in effect across Waterford City from Thursday, July 31st to Monday, August 4th, 2025. These vital closures, enforced under Section 75 of the Roads Act 1993, will transform several key streets into stages for the world’s most incredible performers.
We urge all motorists and residents to take immediate note of the affected routes and plan your movements with the utmost care. Your cooperation is essential to minimise disruption and ensure that everyone can fully immerse themselves in the electrifying atmosphere of the Spraoi Festival! Don’t miss out on this spectacular event!
Road Closures & Times
Thursday 31 July to Monday 4 August
- O’Connell St. (Hanover St. to Gladstone St.): 6pm Thursday – 11pm Monday
- Gladstone St.: 6pm Thursday – 1am Monday
- Sergeants Lane: 6pm Thursday – 1am Monday
Friday 1 August to Sunday 3 August
- The Mall: 7pm Friday – 11.45pm Sunday
- Mall Lane: 7pm Friday – 11.45pm Sunday
Saturday 2 August
- Henrietta St.: 12 midday – 6pm
- Lady Lane (Bakehouse Lane to Michael St.): 2pm – 3.30pm & 4.30pm – 6pm
Sunday 3 August
- Henrietta St.: 12 midday – 6pm
- Lady Lane (Bakehouse Lane to Michael St.): 1.30pm – 3pm & 4pm – 5.30pm
- Johnstown: 8.30pm – 10pm
- Parnell St.: 8.30pm – 10.30pm
- Parade Quay: 9pm – 11.30pm
- Custom House Quay: 9pm – 11.30pm
The Waterford Spraoi Festival promises a vibrant line-up of events and performances, and these road closures are essential to ensure the safety and success of the festival.
