Tallow Horse Fair

Name: Tallow Horse Fair
Start: 2026-09-10
End: 2026-09-10
Location: Tallow

The Tallow Horse Fair is a long-running traditional event held annually in Tallow, County Waterford, Ireland. It features horse trading, various street vendors selling goods like clothes, tools, toys, and live fowl, and serves as a significant social gathering for the local community.

Date: Sep 10, 2026
Location: Tallow

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Event summary

Highlights

Horse trading
Diverse street vendors
Community social gathering
Unofficial holiday atmosphere

The Tallow Horse Fair is a traditional annual event that attracts hundreds to the west Waterford town of Tallow. It operates on a "tried and trusted formula" bringing together horses, traders, and the general public.
For many, the fair is regarded as an "unofficial holiday" and provides an important social opportunity to meet old friends. Traders set up from early morning, with some arriving the evening before. The offerings include clothes, tools, toys, live fowl, equine tack, and horses. Fine weather conditions often enhance the enjoyment of the day.

Practical details

Before attending

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