Friday 20th June - Sunday 22nd June, 2014

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Information tel: 051 849655

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Okay. This is a totally wicked festival that’s all about fun stuff for

families, especially kids. And that’s its name too - WiKID

(Waterford Kids festival) and it’s all

part of the celebrations for Waterford 1100, when

Waterford was founded by Vikings in 914AD.

My name is Olaf Alot (geddit?) and I hope you’ll join me the weekend of 20th to 22nd of June for the best

fun ever! There’s so much to do so, to make things easy for you, we’ve divided everything into Totally WiKID Stuff!

Cool Stuff!, Nature Stuff! and WiKID Arty Stuff!

Yep, it’s officially the best festival in the whole wide world, EVER!

Olaf Alot

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Vadrarfjordr Viking Village

Step back in time and experience Waterford when it was Vadrarfjordr! Meet the ‘Vikings’ in their village. Witness how they dressed, cooked, lived and worked in this authentic recreation of Viking life. Don’t miss the weapons display and your chance (under strict supervision!) to handle authentic weapons and chainmail in our special Viking School. Design and paint your own wooden shield and learn finger braiding, the Viking craft of making colourful woollen braids and bracelets. You won’t want to leave!

Sat. 21st June & Sun. 22nd June, 11am-5.30pm (last entry 5pm). Courthouse Grounds, Catherine Street.

Admission: €5, payable at gate. Free to children aged 12 and under, who must be accompanied by parent/guardian. Presented by Deise Medieval

Medieval Fair

Enjoy the sights, sounds and smells of a Medieval Fair! Visit the Viking craft makers – basket weavers, wood turners, potters and blacksmiths – as they demonstrate their crafts and try your own hand at ancient craft skills. You can even purchase a memento to bring home!

Sat. 21st June & Sun. 22nd June, 11am-5:30pm. Cathedral Square. Free event.

The Big Dig

Get your hands dirty and become an intrepid archaeologist! The Big Dig, in association with the School of Irish Archaeology, is an introduction to the fascinating world of archaeology in a fun way. A replica Viking house and workshop excavation allows children from 5yrs-12yrs to explore the Viking world through a simulated and controlled archaeological dig. Don’t miss this!

Sat. 21st June and Sun. 22nd June, 11am-5.30pm (sessions last 20mins). Palace Square. Free event. Register on the day at the SIA desk on site; places allocated on a first-come, first-served basis.

Totally WiKID Stuff!

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Have a Go Archery!

Try your hand at target shooting in a safe, friendly atmosphere with experienced local archers. Each participant

has the opportunity to fire three arrows per try. There’s lots of bows to try, including Hungarian Horse Bows. A fun event

for all the family. All equipment supplied.

Sat. 21st & Sun. 22nd June, 12pm-5pm (last entry 4.30pm). Blackfriars. Free event.

Sleepover at the Medieval Museum

Have you ever wondered what it’s like in a museum at night when everyone’s gone home and all the lights go out? Well here’s your chance to find out with a completely

wicked sleepover at the Medieval Museum!

Enjoy lots of fun activities in your own private museum, supper break and a movie before bedding down in the gallery of the museum surrounded by ancient artefacts! Lights go

out at midnight so keep your torch at hand for plenty of whispering and digging out those midnight snacks you’ve brought! Have breakfast at 7am the next morning before packing up

and going home after the best sleepover EVER!

Sat. 21st June, 7pm to 7am. Medieval Museum. €25 per person. Due to the high level of demand for this event, the limited spaces will be allocated by lottery.

Register your interest in booking at the Medieval Museum, tel: 051 849 501

Note: This event is for 8-12yr olds only. One adult must attend with each child/group, with a minimum of one adult for every 4 children booked in.

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WiKID StreetsLook out for the wonderful medieval street entertainment

Punch & Judy Puppet Show

Don’t miss this unique adaptation of the traditional Punch & Judy show, presented by Little Red Kettle in association with Conor Lambert’s Custard Pie Puppet Theatre. A very naughty Mr. Punch is left with the task of minding the house while Judy is busy with other chores. Mr. Punch’s inability to take on the simplest of tasks leads to hilarious consequences - involving the Gardaí! Lots of laughter for all the family.

Sat. 21st June, 1pm and 3pm. Baileys New Street. Free.

Wobbly Circus

Enjoy stilt walkers, jesters and fire breathers — all dressed in period costume — in a stunning display from this talented Waterford Street Theatre Company.

Sat. 21st June & Sun. 22nd June, 1pm to 5pm. Various locations in city centre. Free.

Buí Bolg presents ‘The Joust’

A mysterious Queen finds life uninteresting until she is wooed by two unsuspecting knights in shining armour. They battle it out to see who will win her dainty hand. Two knights on horseback, one minstrel and the mysterious Queen comprise this entourage who canter along the streets and stop occasionally to perform their 20-minute tale.

Sun. 22nd June, 1pm to 5pm. Various locations in city centre.

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Nature stuff!Animal Magic

Get up close and personal with small mammals, raptors, amphibians and arachnids. See birds of prey

- hawks, falcons and owls - at close quarters and handle a diversity of creatures while learning more about their lifestyles.

Sat. 21st June and Sun. 22nd June, 12.30pm- 4.30pm. New Street Garden. Free event.

Time Outside Nature Walk

Be up like a lark for this early morning walk from the river Suir through the People’s Park. Discover the flora and fauna that lives right on your doorstep in the company of photographer and nature observer Paddy

Dwan. This outing is suitable for 8 to 12 year olds, who must be accompanied by an adult.

Sat. 21st June and Sun. 22nd June, 7am. The People’s Park (meet at The Marina Hotel, Canada Street). Free; no booking required.

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Cool stuff!Rap and Beats Workshop

A must for rap and hip-hop lovers! This one-day workshop with producer/

rapper GMC will take you through the art of writing, recording and producing your own hip-hop music. Learn all about recording equipment, producing music and writing lyrics. Compose your own lyrics and music in a fun setting, using the latest

recording and production technology. This workshop also

offers groups the opportunity to create their very own music video and load it onto YouTube.

Sat. 21st June and Sun. 22nd June, 10am-4pm. Garter Lane Arts Centre, O’Connell Street. Sat: 8-12yrs; Sun: 13-16yrs. €15 for full-day workshop. Bookings: www.garterlane.ie

or 051-855038

The Tallest Smallest Circus

When a simple truck driver opens a magic box of circus props, the show takes off all by itself! Will a clueless Ringmaster, with no performers, be able to prove the old adage ‘The show must go on’? He’s certainly going to require a lot of help if a show with jugglers, acrobats, daredevil clowns and performing elephants is to reach its finale. 40 mins of hilarious and highly-interactive circus antics where the audience members are the acts!

Saturday 21st June, 11.30am & 2.30pm. Central Library, Lady Lane. Free but advance booking essential – tel. 051 849 975

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From the Suir Valley to Silicon Valley: A Talk by Jordan Casey

Jordan Casey is no ordinary 14-year-old. Founder and CEO of Casey Games, an apps development firm, Jordan has created such hit games as Greenboy Touch and My Little World

and has already spoken at several international conferences. Listen to

him tell his fascinating story.

Sat. 21st June, 7.30pm. Medieval Museum. Tickets €5, available in advance from The Bishop’s Palace reception

(tel. 051 849650) or on the door.

Music in John Robert’s Square

Enjoy wonderful live music from some of Waterford’s most popular bands: trad. group Buclán; jazz ensemble Gypsi Swing; five-piece

traditional/contemporary outfit Newfoundland and The Electric Movie Band, who play cinema’s most popular theme tunes. Don’t forget the picnic!

Sat. 21st June: 2pm – Buclán; 3.30pm – Gypsi Swing; Sun. 22nd June: 2pm – Newfoundland; 3.30pm - The Electric Movie Band.

John Robert’s Square. Free event.

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Vintage Car Display

Enjoy a wonderful display of old-style and vintage cars, from various car clubs throughout the southeast. The car owners will be on hand to answer questions as you stroll around.

Sun. 22nd June, 2pm-4pm. John Robert’s Square. Free event.

Little Red Kettle Sessions

WAMA band comprise four teenagers who perform under the guidance of Waterford Academy of Music and Arts facilitator Trevor Darmady. Come along to this free gig and enjoy an eclectic session.

Sun. 22nd June, 5pm. Baileys New Street. Free event.

Red Kettle Sessions

Music fans will savour the great original music at these Red Kettle Sessions.

Fri. 20th June and Sat. 21st June, 9pm. Central Hall, The Quay. Tickets €10 available from www.red-kettle.com or on the door.

Tumble Circus

“Turning the circus tradition upside down” - Irish TimesWelcome to the haphazard world of comedy, circus and theatre! Tumble Circus presents this family cabaret called Carny Noir. Witness disobedient clowns, suffering acrobats and confused jugglers clash in a colourful kaleidoscope of mayhem. Circus and theatre fans, young and old, will love this.

Sat. 21st June, 6pm. Theatre Royal. Tickets: €8pp/€25 family of four. Bookings via www.theatreroyal.ie or 051 874402

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Location Map1. People’s Park2. Courthouse3. Palace Square4. Cathedral Square5. Medieval Museum6. Theatre Royal7. Bailey’s New Street8. Central Hall

9. William Vincent Wallace Plaza10. Blackfriars11. John Robert’s Square12. Garter Lane Arts Centre13. New Street Garden14. Wyse Park15. The Applemarket/

St Martin’s Gate16. Central Library Lady Lane

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WiKID Arty stuff!Puppet-Making WorkshopLearn the art of puppet-

making in this fascinating two-hour workshop by Little

Red Kettle. Bring your puppet home at the end of class for a great memento! Workshops are for 5-8yrs and 9-12yrs.

Sat. 21st June 11am-1pm. Central Hall, The Quay. €10. Bookings via www.little-redkettle.com

A Day in the Life of a ‘Little Red Kettler’

Little Red Kettle will host this afternoon session at the quayside. Join the crew for games and lots of join-in activities and discover for

yourself what it’s like to be a ‘Little Red Kettler’.

Sunday 22nd June, 3pm-4.30pm. William Vincent Wallace Plaza, The Quay. Free event.

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The Early Byrds

Transport yourself back in time to the court of Queen Bess with this very special performance in the historic setting of the Medieval Musuem. Elizabethan-style musicians The Early Byrds will dress in Elizabethan costumes to perform music from Renaissance times.

Sun. 22nd June, 3pm. The Medieval Museum. Free event.

Waterford Youth Arts present ‘Written in Stone’This new play, specially written for WiKID by Martina Collender, will be performed by the 9 - 14 years age group of Waterford Youth Arts. Written in Stone follows the lives of four teenagers who, on the last day of

school, are seeking a way to celebrate their new-found freedom of summer. However the jokes and messing stop when the four find themselves transported back in time to the start of Waterford; right back to the time when the Vikings invaded...

Fri. 20th & Sat. 21st 6:30pm, Sun. 22nd June, 4pm (duration 1 hour) St Martin’s Gate, Spring Garden Alley. Tickets €3pp/ €10 per family via 051-879377. Limited capacity so early booking advised. Suitable for children from 7years upwards.

Waterford Young Arts Critics ExhibitionIf you think art critics are old fuddy-duddies, think again! Join the Waterford Young Arts Critics (WYACs) in their first-ever exhibition. The WYACs have joined creative forces with Ben Hennessy to curate their very own summer exhibition. View their artistic endeavours alongside the Waterford Council Municipal Collection. Come along to their opening at 5pm Sat, with live music, poetry and plenty of fun.

Sat. 21st & Sun. 22nd June, 10am to 5pm. Garter Lane Arts Centre (Gallery). Free event.

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Art on the Railings

Enjoy this colourful open-air exhibition on the streets of Waterford.

Sat. 21st June, 11am to 4pm. Viking Triangle. Free event.

Music at the Museum presents ‘Intonations’Enjoy Waterford choir ‘Intonations’, described as Glee for Adults! They cover a wide repertoire of music from modern artists such as Pink and Gary Jules, along with songs by the Beatles, show tunes from Andrew Lloyd Webber musicals and from Disney’s Frozen.

Sun. 22nd June, 12.30pm-1.30pm. Medieval Museum.Tickets €7pp/€5pp concession/€14 family (2 adults & 2 kids) from www.fadowaterford.ie

Backstage Tour of the Theatre RoyalThis beautiful old Victorian theatre, hidden inside a Georgian building, has been putting on plays since before your great-great-great-granddad was born! Come learn about backstage life at the Theatre Royal in this behind-the-scenes tour. The dressing rooms, the cast, the bright lights, the props and – yes – the ghosts!

Fri. 20th June & Sat. 21st June, 12pm & 2pm; Sun. 22nd June, 12pm. €5 per person, children u-12 free. Bookings via theatre box office: 051 874402.

Check the Theatre Royal website for details of a special performance of SEO on Friday evening, in association with the Lismore Opera Festival.

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Fun Stuff!The WiKID Historic Treasure Hunt1 map, 4 different routes, tantalising clues and fun questions to answer! Organised by Waterford Civic Trust. Take a 45-minute walk around Waterford city and learn about it in a new and engaging way while filling in the answers as you go. Don’t forget to enter your form into the draw for your chance to win a fab iPad!

Sat. 21st & Sun. 22nd June, 12pm from John Robert’s Square and 3pm from Apple Market, John Street. Free event; just sign up at the starting point.

Wyse Park Fun Day

Enjoy music, entertainment, food, street theatre, games, crafts and face-painting – all in the glorious setting of Wyse Park. This fun and memorable day out for the family is organised by Pathfinders New Street.

Sat. 21st June, 12pm-5pm. Wyse Park. Free event.

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Events Calendar Time Event Location Tickets

4pm Official Opening New Street Gardens Free event

12pm & 2pmBackstage Tour of The Theatre Royal

Theatre Royal, The MallTickets €5 per person, children u-12 free. Bookings via theatre box office: 051 874402.

6:30pm WYA present “Written in Stone”St Martin’s Gate Spring Garden Alley

€3 pp, or €10 per family. Booking via WYA 051 879377

9:00pm Red Kettle Sessions Central Hall, The Quay€10 from www.red-kettle.com or on the door

Time Event Location Tickets

7:00am Time Outside: Nature Walk The People’s Park (Meet at the Marina Hotel, Canada Street)

Free event

10:00am Rap & Beats WorkshopGarter Lane Arts Centre, O’Connell Street

€15 for full day workshop Bookings: www.garterlane.ie or 051 855038

11:00am LRK: Puppet-Making Workshop Central Hall, The Quay€10 booking via www.littleredkettle.com/WiKID

11:00am - 4pm Art on the Railings Viking Triangle Free event

11:00am -5:30pm (last entry at 5:00pm)

Vadrarfjordr Viking Village & Viking School:

Courthouse Grounds, Catherine Street

Admission €5; U-12s free (U-12s must be accompanied by parent/guardian)

11:00am-5:30pm

Medieval Fair Cathedral Square Free event

Saturday21st June

Friday20th June

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Time Event Location Tickets

11:00am-5:30pm The Big Dig Palace Square

Free event Register for a 20-minute session on the day at the SIA desk on site

11.30am The Tallest, Smallest Circus Central Library Lady LaneFree Event. Advance booking essential – tel.051 8479975

12:00pm WiKID Historic Treasure Hunt. From John Robert’s Square Free event, sign up at starting point

12pm & 2pmBackstage Tour of The Theatre Royal

Theatre Royal, The MallTickets €5 per person, children u-12 free. Bookings via theatre box office: 051 874402.

12pm - 5pm Have a go Archery Blackfriars Free event

12:00pm - 5:00pm

Wyse Park Fun Day Wyse Park Free event

12:30pm - 4:30pm

Animal Magic New Street Gardens Free event

1:00pm and 3:00pm

LRK: Punch & Judy Puppet Show Baileys New Street Free event

2pm to 5pm Music in John Robert’s Square John Robert’s Square Free event

2pm to 5pm Wobbly Circus Waterford Streets Free event

2.30pm The Tallest, Smallest Circus Central Library Lady LaneFree Event. Advance booking essential – tel.051 8479975

3.00pm WiKID Historic Treasure Hunt From Apple Market, John StreetFree event, sign up at starting point

5:00pmWaterford Young Arts Critics Exhibition Party

Garter Lane Arts Centre Free event

6:00pm Tumble Circus: Carny Noir Theatre Royal

€8 per person or €25 family of four. Booking via www.theatreroyal.ie or 051 874402

Saturday21st June

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Time Event Location Tickets

6:30pm WYA present “Written in Stone”St Martin’s Gate Spring Garden Alley

€3 pp, or €10 per family. Booking via WYA 051 879377

7pm - 7:00am Sleepover at the Medieval Museum

Medieval Museum €25 per person (see page 4)

7:30pm From the Suir Valley to Silicon Valley: A Talk by Jordan Casey

Medieval Museum€5. At Bishops Palace reception or on the door. Tel. 051 849650

9:00pm Red Kettle Sessions Central Hall, The QuayTickets €10 . Available from www.Red-Kettle.com or on the door

Time Event Location Tickets

7:00am Time Outside: Nature Walk The People’s Park (Meet at the Marina Hotel, Canada Street)

Free event

10:00am Rap & Beats WorkshopGarter Lane Arts Centre, O’Connell Street

€15 for full day workshop Bookings: www.garterlane.ie or 051 855038

11:00am -5:30pm (last entry at 5:00pm)

Vadrarfjordr Viking Village & Viking School:

Courthouse Grounds, Catherine Street

Admission €5; U-12s free (U-12s must be accompanied by parent/guardian)

11:00am-5:30pm

Medieval Fair Cathedral Square Free event

11:00am-5:30pm

The Big Dig Palace Square Free event Register for a 20-minute session on the day at the SIA desk on site

12:00pm WiKID Historic Treasure Hunt From John Robert’s Square Free event; sign up at starting point

12pmBackstage Tour of The Theatre Royal

Theatre Royal, The MallTickets €5 per person, children u-12 free. Bookings: 051 874402.

Saturday21st June

Sunday22nd June

Wave Goodbye to WiKID!

Join us in waving goodbye to WiKID with Waterford’s favourite percussion band, Torann, in the company of Deise Medieval’s Vikings and a host of other characters

Sun. 22nd June, 5.30pm. The Mall. Free event. 19

Time Event Location Tickets

12pm - 5pm Have a Go Archery Blackfriars Free event

12.30pmMusic In The Museum: ‘Intonations’

Garden Room, Medieval Museum€7/€5 concession/€14 Family (2 adults & 2 kids) via www.fadowaterford.ie

12:30pm – 4:30pm

Animal Magic New Street Gardens Free event

2pm - 5pm Music in John Roberts Square John Robert’s Square Free event

2pm - 4pm Vintage Car Display John Robert’s Square Free Event

2pm - 5pm Wobbly Circus Waterford Streets Free event

2pm - 5pm Buí Bolg presents ‘The Joust’ Waterford Streets Free event

3.00pm WiKID Historic Treasure Hunt From Apple Market, John StreetFree event: sign up at starting point

3:00pm The Early Byrds: Elizabethan-style Music

Medieval Museum Free event

3:00pm – 4:30pm

A Day in the Life of a ‘Little Red Kettler’

William Vincent Wallace Plaza, The Quay

Free event

4:00pm WYA present “Written in Stone”St Martin’s Gate Spring Garden Alley

€3 pp, or €10 per family. Booking via WYA 051 879377

5:00pm Little Red Kettle Sessions Baileys New Street Free event

5:30pm Wave Goodbye to WiKID The Mall Free event

Sunday22nd June

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Acknowledgments: WiKID Waterford and Waterford 1100 are initiatives of Waterford City and County Council.The organisers would like to thank everybody who helped to make it all happen, especially the volunteers.

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