Local Enterprise Week 2026 Event Schedule
Local Enterprise Week 2026 will take place from Monday 2nd - Friday 6th March 2026 with a series of local business events and initiatives scheduled to take place over the week.
The initiative of the Local Enterprise Offices will see over 300 events take place across the country and they are open to everyone at any stage of business.
Local Enterprise Office Waterford are hosting a number of in-person and online events. We look forward to seeing you there.
Event Details - Monday 2nd March | Location & Booking Link |
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Lunchtime Bites - Waterford City Enterprise Centre
Join us for Lunchtime Bites, a series of relaxed, informative lunchtime events taking place across three Enterprise Centre locations during Local Enterprise Week 2026. Each session will feature guest speaker Ronan Cleary, who will explore AEO (AI Engine Optimisation), how businesses can optimise their content and online presence to appear in AI-driven search results and tools, and what this shift means for small businesses in 2026 and beyond. |
Waterford City Enterprise Centre
13:00 - 14:00 |
Social Media Advice Clinic
This FREE service gives you the opportunity to discuss your business confidentially and seek further information on LEO supports and services. You will chat with one of our mentors on a one-to-one basis for 45 minutes. | Online 09:00 - 17:00 |
Event Details - Tuesday 3rd March | Location & Booking Link |
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Enhance Your Business - Practical Tools for Business GrowthWaterford Local Enterprise Office and Buíon Phort Láirge are collaborating to deliver a practical workshop designed to help you refine your sales approach and strengthen your business pitch. This session will focus on real-world techniques that help you communicate your value more clearly, connect more effectively with potential customers, and turn conversations into opportunities. | Tower Hotel, Waterford 09:30 - 12:30 |
Lunchtime Bites - Dunhill Enterprise Centre
Join us for Lunchtime Bites, a series of relaxed, informative lunchtime events taking place across three Enterprise Centre locations during Local Enterprise Week 2026. Each session will feature guest speaker Ronan Cleary, who will explore AEO (AI Engine Optimisation), how businesses can optimise their content and online presence to appear in AI-driven search results and tools, and what this shift means for small businesses in 2026 and beyond. |
Dunhill Enterprise Centre
13:00 - 14:00 |
LEO Supports and Services Explained
Whether you're just starting out or looking to scale, this Online workshop will give you practical insights into how LEO Waterford can support your journey. |
Online
18:00 - 19:00 |
General Business Advice Clinic
This FREE service gives you the opportunity to discuss your business or a start up business idea confidentially and seek further information on LEO supports and services. You will chat with a Business Advisor on a one-to-one basis for up to 45 minutes. |
Online
09:00 - 17:00 |
Event Details - Wednesday 4th March | Location & Booking Link |
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Lunchtime Bites - Dungarvan Enterprise Centre
Join us for Lunchtime Bites, a series of relaxed, informative lunchtime events taking place across three Enterprise Centre locations during Local Enterprise Week 2026. Each session will feature guest speaker Ronan Cleary, who will explore AEO (AI Engine Optimisation), how businesses can optimise their content and online presence to appear in AI-driven search results and tools, and what this shift means for small businesses in 2026 and beyond. |
Dungarvan Enterprise Centre
13:00 - 14:00 |
How to start a Food Business
This FREE service gives you the opportunity to discuss your idea/business confidentially and seek further information on LEO supports and services. You will chat with one of our mentors on a one-to-one basis for 45 minutes. This clinic is sector specific to the Food and Drink sector. |
Online
09:00 - 17:00 |
Digital Innovation Clinic with Walton Institute
Walton Institute is an internationally recognised centre of excellence for ICT research and innovation based in South East Technological University (SETU). The Digital Innovation Clinic offers a hands-on experience where participants can explore and develop innovative digital solutions. This clinic provides tools, resources, and expert guidance to help individuals and organisations transform their ideas into actionable projects. This clinic is for Limited Companies that are trading |
Online in person at Walton Institute
Time slots are available throughout the day |
Event Details - Thursday 5th March | Location & Booking Link |
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Social Media Mash-up
Now in its 7th year, the Social Media MashUp is one of Local Enterprise Week’s most popular annual events, bringing together small businesses that want to stay ahead of what’s changing in the digital and social media space. This year’s event will focus on emerging social media and digital trends for 2026, what’s new, what’s coming next, and what small businesses should be paying attention to now. Keynote speaker and Panel Discussions throughout the morning. |
Waterford Treasures,
Medieval Museum
10:00 - 13:00 |
Financial Advice Clinic
This FREE service gives you the opportunity to discuss your idea/business confidentially and seek further information on LEO supports and services. You will chat with one of our mentors on a one-to-one basis for 45 minutes. |
Online
09:00 - 17:00 |
International Women's Day Evening Event - Give to Gain
Join the Dungarvan & West Waterford Chamber for an inspiring evening to mark International Women’s Day 2026 on Thursday, 5 March.
This year’s theme, Give to Gain, focuses on empowering women in business to invest in themselves, support one another and take confident steps towards growth, leadership and opportunity. The event will feature a facilitated panel discussion with accomplished speakers sharing insights, experience and practical perspectives, alongside time to connect with peers in a relaxed and supportive setting. | Tannery Cookery School,
Church Street, Dungarvan 18:00 - 20:00 To Book: Call 058 45054 or Email info@dungarvanchamber.ie |
Event Details - Friday 6th March | Location & Booking Link |
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International Women's Day Networking Breakfast - Waterford Chamber
Join Waterford Chamber for a wonderful morning of networking and inspiration as the women of Waterford celebrate International Women's Day in style with a buffet breakfast at the Viking Hotel. Hear from an inspiring panel of speakers throughout the morning. Full detail and how to book can be found on the Waterford Chamber website. | Viking Hotel 09:00 - 11:00 Book Now |
International Women's Day Networking Event - Network Waterford
Join Network Ireland Waterford Branch to celebrate International Women's Day in the Majestic Hotel, Tramore, Co Waterford. | Majestic Hotel 11:00 - 13:30
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