Bleak outlook for return of Munster festivals and live gigs this year

Industry experts say there is ‘nothing’ happening in the sector now

Waterford Winterval in 2019 attracted more than 500,000 visitors, but events like these are unlikely to return in the short term, with most event organisers now planning for 2022 for large in-person events. Picture: Patrick Browne

“There is no outlook for this year and we will be lucky to be back in action by St Patrick’s Day 2022”.

These were the sentiments expressed by Jenny O’Flynn, Event Plan, Cork who was responding to what the outlook is for events, festivals and live gigs this year.