Events

The Wexford Honey Festival in partnership with South Wexford Beekeepers Association takes place on Saturday 21st & Sunday 22nd September in Johnstown Castle from 10.30am - 5pm both days. There will be information stands for visitors to learn more about the importance of bees and biodiversity as well as stalls with Wexford beekeepers showcasing their...

KAREL JASPER AT JOHNSTOWN CASTLE CART ROOM October 2024 The Wex-Art Festival of visual art will feature the work of over sixty artists across multiple venues in Wexford town and district - including Johnstown Castle - for the duration of the festival. Karel Jasper is a fine art black and white photographer currently living in...

On Saturday 19th October at 11am, Head Gardener at Johnstown Castle, Ciaran Fitzgerald will be talking about the history of the glasshouse in the walled garden and the works done to restore it. Ciaran will be focusing on Richardson glasshouses like the one featured here. He will go on to give insight into the atmospheric...

The witches, ghosts and ghouls are returning to Johnstown Castle this Halloween. Join us in the Irish Agriculture Museum along with some spooky characters as you follow the Museum of Mysteries trail. Make sure to dress up! We also have an outdoor trail for those of you who want to explore further a-spooky-field! Child Friendly...

On Halloween night.. enter if you're brave enough.... Take a spine-chilling and atmospheric guided tour around the castle at night. Hear some of the spooky myths and ghastly tales from the annals of the castle’s rich and bloody history. *Suitable for adults and older teens only* **Each tour lasts one hour and is not designed...

Mary Stratton Ryan traces the life and career of Wexford-born artist Francis Alfred Danby 1793 - 1861. Grandeur of imagination, poetic breadth of treatment and colossal energy characterise the paintings of Wexford-born artist Francis Alfred Danby. This talk will be held in the Castles Ballroom at 11am on Saturday 9th November. Ticketed event with limited...

Join us on Friday 22nd November to welcome Santa on his arrival to Johnstown Castle. Santa will arrive at the castle at 6pm following his long journey from the North Pole. A local choir will be on hand to sing some festive carols to make sure Santa gets an extra special arrival.  Our café will...

A Luxurious Christmas Afternoon Tea at Johnstown Castle This festive season, experience the epitome of elegance with our Enchanted Afternoon Tea at the magnificent Johnstown Castle. Set amidst the opulent surroundings of our historic dining room and Library, this is an indulgent escape into timeless grandeur. Savour a refined selection of freshly baked scones, artisanal...

On Friday, 13th December at 8pm, join the fabulous Sharon Clancy and her fantastic quartet as they take you on a magical sleigh ride through this Jazz-filled Christmas Johnstown Castle’s Peacock Cafe. Gift yourself an evening to relax and enjoy decades of Christmas classics. From the Great American songbook along with original songs that will...