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Wake The Giant

Warrenpoint, County Down, BT34 3HW
Wake the Giant stage

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The Wake the Giant Festival, the perfect reason to visit the charming town of Warrenpoint!

Nestled on the picturesque shores of Carlingford Lough, Warrenpoint is a town steeped in history and culture, and the annual Wake the Giant Festival is the perfect opportunity to experience it all.

Click here to reflect on the August 2024 programme for Wake the Giant Check back soon for any future dates.

This unique vibrant festival celebrates the town's unique heritage and legends, and offers visitors a weekend  a full array of exciting events and activities. From live music and performances, to Giants food feast and children’s activities, there's something for everyone to enjoy.

in 2024 Fionn Mac Cumhaill, the towering figure of the Wake the Giant Festival made a spectacular return to Warrenpoint this year with the theme, ‘The Land of Giants’. This year’s festival had even more excitement with the arrival of two new Giant Guardians, Wee Binnian and Carley. 

With its stunning natural scenery, rich culture and friendly locals, Warrenpoint is the perfect destination for an unforgettable vacation. So why not plan your trip around the Wake the Giant Festival, and experience the magic of this enchanting town for yourself?  Click here to find out more information on dates key information and events.  We can't wait to see you there!

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Accessibility

  • All areas accessible to disabled visitors

Guide Prices

Wake the Giant is free to attend. There is a small fee for some of the green craft workshops and sensory activities.

Tickets can be purchased from www.visitmournemountains.co.uk/wakethegiant . You can download the full programme of activities from the website.

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Opening Times

Wake The Giant - a Two Day event in Warranpoint (1 Aug 2025 - 31 Aug 2025)*
DayTimes
Saturday - Sunday10:00 - 21:00

* 2026 dates are subject to confirmation.

Dates and times marked with a '*' are provisional and may be subject to change

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Public Transport Directions

Newry train and bus stations are within easy reach of Warrenpoint. The bus stations in Downpatrick and Newcastle have direct routes to Newry as well as from the Europa Bus Station in Belfast, making travelling in and around here all that easier.

If you’re travelling from Dublin it couldn’t be easier, with regular train and bus routes operating daily to Newry city and then take a connection to Warrenpoint.  

For more information on Translink timetables and fares please visit www.translink.co.uk or call the Contact Centre on (028) 90 66 66 30.

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