Events

On Thursday February 1st, from 10.30am - 1.30pm, step into the enchanting world of ancient Irish traditions with Lorraine O'Dwyer of Gallivanting Tours. Immerse yourself in the magic of St. Brigid's Day with Lorraine. A captivating storyteller, forager, and food folklorist, Lorraine will lead you on a stroll through our gardens to gather reeds, unveiling...

On Saturday 17th February at 11am, join Eddie Taylor as he reveals the hidden history behind Johnstown's First World War airship base including recent discoveries from surveying work undertaken. Eddie was part of the team who featured on Johnstown Castles' appearance on RTE's programme 'Great Irish Interiors' last year. Since the programe aired Eddie and...

On Saturday, February 17th 8pm, Valentine’s Jazz returns to Johnstown Castle. Jazz as Johnstown invites you to share ‘a whole lotta love’ at its annual Valentine’s Concert on the evening of Saturday, February 17th in the company of singer Sharon Clancy and her trio of Killian Browne (piano), Dave Fleming (double bass) and Conor Murray...

To celebrate International Women's Day, The Irish Agricultural Museum at Johnstown Castle will host an exhibition based on the life of Jane Elgee Wilde. Jane was a tireless and outspoken campaigner for women’s rights and equality as well as for many other causes during her lifetime. The name Oscar Wilde is known throughout the world,...

On Saturday 9th March at 11am, Matt Wheeler reflects on his 30 year career in museums and his meandering journey from the Cotswolds to Johnstown Castle. Cheese-rolling, papermaking, tobacco-growing and Everest-climbing are just a few of the weird and wonderful subjects explored. The talk starts at 11am. Please arrive 15 minutes before start time as...

This Mother's Day, step back in time and treat yourself to afternoon tea in the recently restored Ballroom in Johnstown Castle. Chat over a delicious offering of scones, sandwiches and desserts. Tickets are priced at €35pp and can be booked for a minimum of 2 people and for a maximum of 6 in one booking....

Sat 23rd March to Sunday April 7th. Join us for our Easter Trail around the Museum and Gardens. On Easter weekend, you may even happen to bump into the Easter Bunny along the way. Hunt for clues, find out the bunnies identity and claim an eggcellent prize! €10 per child aged 5+ ADULT MEMBERS FREE...

Join us on Wed 27th March at 3pm in Johnstown Castle Ballroom for a fabulous Easter show! Tallulah and the Long Haired-Hare from Liverpool, is an hilarious comedy for children aged 5 -11years. The story is a retelling of the classic fable The Tortoise and the Hare, but with a twist! All children must be...

On Saturday 20th April, Matt Wheeler reveals the hidden history behind the Rathaspeck Church stained glass window and the process to restore it to its former glory. The restored stained glass window will be a perfect backdrop to this talk. The talk starts at 11am. Please arrive 15 minutes before start time as talk takes...

On Saturday 18th May, Johnstown will celebrate National Drawing Day in association with the National Gallery by making colouring materials available in our cafe. They will also find a chalk and fun board in our Agricultural museum beside the big red tractor for children to dream up what their ideal tractor would look like!