Events

Changing Farming Fortunes – a new permanent exhibition at the Irish Agricultural Museum opens on Thursday, 19 February, during the school mid-term break. The exhibition reveals the hidden story of Irish farming and food, with a special focus on the surprising and vital role of soil, and how Johnstown Castle became a centre for agricultural science...

Mylo Miller, a staff member at Johnstown Castle, has been working on a new museum exhibition titled "Changing Farming Fortunes". The exhibition traces Ireland’s agricultural history from the Great Irish Famine through to modern times, highlighting Johnstown Castle’s role during the Famine and the later impact of Teagasc in advancing Irish farming practices. As part...

Saturday 28th March - Sunday 12th April 2026 Join us this Easter for a fun-filled adventure at Johnstown Castle! The Easter Trail is the perfect activity for all ages, where you’ll explore the castle grounds, search for hidden trail characters and objects. Once you find them all, piece them together to reveal the name of...

Min Ryan Park in Wexford Town celebrates the legacy of Mary Josephine “Min” Ryan (1884–1977) a trailblazing Wexford born woman whose life and work continue to inspire. Join us on 28 March at 11am for a special educational talk by Vivian Lambert, Irish Heritage Trust volunteer, exploring Min Ryan’s incredible impact. We’re also preparing a...

The family cemetery at Johnstown Castle will open to the public on Friday 24th April. This coincides with the anniversary of Lord Maurice Fitzgerald. Visitors wishing to pay their respects or visit family graves can do so during 11:00am - 3:00pm. Weather dependent. Entry is free for valid IHT membership holders and included with daily...

From Ronnie Scott’s to Jazz at Johnstown Leo Richardson, a regular at London’s iconic Ronnie Scott’s Club, is one of the UK’s leading jazz tenor saxophonists, known for his honest, straight ahead, contemporary hard bop style. His debut album, The Chase (2017), was named one of The Times’ Top 10 Jazz Albums of the year...

Stone Painting with Lynn Haughton at The Potting Shed. Children of all ages are invited to drop in to the wonderful Lynn in the beautiful walled garden of Johnstown Castle and Gardens on Saturday 30th May between 11am and 1pm. In this calming workshop, little ones learn how to take their time and paint on...

Share your ideas. Shape a lasting legacy. The Friends of Rathaspeck Church invite members of the community to share ideas and inspiration for a new stained glass window in the East Window of Rathaspeck Church. Your suggestions will help inspire the design being created by artist Bianca DiVito. What could you include? A favourite local...

Join local artist Sarah Cogley in the Ballroom at Johnstown Castle for an inspired creative painting session on Sunday, 14th of June 2026 from 12-3 pm. Starting with an hour-long tour of the beautiful 18th-century castle, you will have the chance to be inspired by the architecture, design, artworks and history of this magnificent heritage...

On Tuesday 16th June, gain valuable insight from Johnstown’s Head Gardener into the estate’s inspiring biodiversity journey, and discover practical ideas you can use to enhance your own garden at home. This outdoor event lasts approximately 1.5 hours and includes entry to the grounds. The experience involves walking, and the route is fully accessible. Please...

Coltrane at Jazz at Johnstown. John Coltrane’s tone on the tenor sax was huge and dark, with clear definition and full body, even in the highest and lowest registers. On the best-selling jazz album of all time, A Kind of Blue, he is the standout performer. He famously said: “I start in the middle of...

Relive the immortal sounds of the Summer of Love with this jazz inspired extravaganza of song and music as part of the annual Jazz at Johnstown Festival. The summer of 1967 has assumed a legendary status in music. The times really were a-changin. But it was a time of hope sound-tracked by arguably some of...

The Kilmuckridge–Monamolin CCE group, part of Comhaltas Ceoltóirí Éireann, meets regularly in Monamolin Hall for music lessons and sessions. The adult group, many of whom only began playing two years ago, have since built up a strong repertoire of traditional tunes across a variety of instruments, and now perform at events throughout Wexford. The branch...

On Sunday 12th July, we will host the Johnstown Castle Garden Fair. A special day celebrating gardening, plants, and the outdoors. Building on the success of last years event, the fair brings together a wonderful mix of plant nurseries, guest speakers, and local food. Located just 10 minutes from Wexford Town, with on-site parking and...

For the first time ever, Johnstown Castle welcomes the Wexford Sports & Classic Car Club for an unforgettable static car show. Discover over 100 exceptional vehicles, from timeless classics to iconic sports cars, set against the stunning backdrop of the castle. This event is free for members and included in daily admission. More information coming...

Historian and tour guide Ciarán Hurley takes audiences on a journey through 100 years of high fashion, showcasing the highest collars, the widest skirts, and even the fashions that could kill. Using portraits of Johnstown Castle's own Grogan-Morgan family as a guide, Ciarán explores the changing styles of the Victorian era and reveals how fashion...