Brand new for 2009, Spraoi hosted a four day long event based in and around the People’s Park in Waterford City.  This wonderful 19th century public park, located at the junction of William Street and the Park Road, has leisurely paths to walk, relaxing seating areas and plenty of greens areas in which to wander.  And it came alive with new sights and sounds from July 2^nd to 5^th as large crowds descended on the park over the four days to enjoy this new festival. 

The Spraoi Parade 2009 was the undoubted highlight of the event, as Spraoi presented “Mr. Menagerie and his Clockwork Creatures” at 3pm on Sunday afternoon.  A new route, a new time and a new date all added to the excitement of this eagerly anticipated annual production in the city’s summer calendar.

Also featured at the event was “Levity II”, Architects of Air new Luminarium structure, “Flower Power”, an installation built by Spraoi and members of the public, and on Saturday and Sunday afternoons there was music and other events to keep everyone entertained.

Below are images from the event, and see Spraoi Parade page for further images.

Spraoi in the Park 2010:  July 2nd, 3rd and 4th.