Evening Bat Walks
Johnstown Castle Estate , IrelandAs the sun begins to set over Johnstown Castle and the visitors leave, many animals are settling down for the night. In the attic of the Irish Agricultural museum and by the lakes others are just coming to life! Did you know the museum attic is home to a large roost of pipistrelle bats? One...
A Spectacular Gathering of Rolls-Royce Ghosts at Johnstown Castle
Johnstown Castle Estate , IrelandOn Friday, 16th May, Johnstown Castle will host an extraordinary and rare spectacle—a magnificent display of Rolls-Royce Ghost cars, one of the most iconic and luxurious vehicles ever crafted. On display between 10:30 am and 12:30 pm at the Castle, this exceptional gathering is a must-see for classic car enthusiasts, history lovers, and anyone seeking...
(SOLD OUT) Traditional Stool Making with Dylan McGuirk
Johnstown Castle Estate , IrelandOver two days, workshop participants will make a traditional 3 or 4 legged creepie stool using traditional chair making techniques and traditional hand tools. Starting with just a log and using only hand tools you will craft your very own beautiful traditional stool from some lovely locally sourced Ash wood. This is a great introductory...
Wexford Festival of Running
Johnstown Castle Estate , IrelandThe Wexford Marathon Club is back for the 5th year of the highly anticipated Wexford Festival of Running, and this year, it’s bigger and more challenging than ever! The event will feature a variety of race distances: 100km, 50km, 25km, and 10km. But there’s a catch – Time Limits! 100km – 12 hours 50km –...
AIB Press Photographer of the Year 2025 Exhibition & Launch
Johnstown Castle is proud to host the 47th Annual Press Photographers Ireland Awards Exhibition, showcasing 110 powerful and thought-provoking images that capture the essence of life in 2024. From breaking news and sporting triumphs to everyday moments across Ireland and beyond, this exhibition is a vivid visual chronicle of the year. Now in its 47th...
Friends of Rathaspeck Church Launch
Johnstown Castle Estate , IrelandThe Friends of Rathaspeck Church invite you to a special evening event to celebrate the launch of their ambitious restoration project. This dedicated group of local volunteers has come together with the shared vision of restoring Rathaspeck Church to its former glory, preserving it for future generations, and revitalising it as a space for community...
Rewilding & Biodiversity Tour with Ciarán Fitzgerald
Johnstown Castle Estate , IrelandJoin Head Gardener Ciarán Fitzgerald on Wednesday, 21st May 2025, at 11:30 AM for a special guided tour in celebration of Biodiversity Week. Ciarán will lead a tour of the grounds at Johnstown Castle, highlighting the team's rewilding efforts on the estate. During the tour, Ciarán will also discuss the vital role of biodiversity at...
Castle n Cars 5.0
Johnstown Castle Estate , IrelandGet ready for the highly anticipated return of the Castle 'n' Cars Exhibition—now in its thrilling 5th year, happening at the historic Johnstown Castle on May 24, 2025, This year, Park n Chill and Johnstown Castle are bringing you an unforgettable automotive experience, featuring over 300 jaw-dropping cars, a vibrant trade village, and delicious food...
Iron Men, Wexford’s Lockout 1911 – 1912
Johnstown Castle Estate , IrelandA talk will be given at Johnstown Castle by Mylo Miller Titled: Iron Men, Wexford’s lockout 1911 – 1912. Mylo works for the Irish Heritage Trust at Johnstown Castle Estate, Irish Agricultural Museum and Gardens. Mylo was the curator on an exhibition for the museum which tells the story of Wexford’s Lockout. The research for...
Sharing Lands
Join us for a moving and unifying experience with Padraig Kirwan, LeAnne Howe (enrolled citizen of the Choctaw Nation), and Gillian O’Brien, as they discuss their project, Sharing Lands. Let’s come together to celebrate shared humanity through the power of storytelling! Our Sharing Lands project is inspired by the remarkable story of the $172...
Jazz at Johnstown Festival
Johnstown Castle Estate , IrelandJazz at Johnstown Festival in 2025 The fifth annual Jazz at Johnstown festival is scheduled to take place in 20025 across three days and two nights, from June 20 to June 22, featuring over thirty of the best jazz musicians in Ireland. Among the many highlights of the festival, the biggest of its kind in...
Jazz at Johnstown Presents: The Beatles
Johnstown Castle Estate , IrelandJazz at Johnstown With The Beatles It is no exaggeration that the music of The Beatles went on to change the world, a music which continues to be absorbed by many genres, including jazz. The music of Lennon - McCartney will be revisited in this unique Jazz at Johnstown concert on Friday evening, June 20,...