Events

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...

We are delighted to welcome you to our 2nd Annual Garden Fair, a celebration of gardening, nature, and community. This year's programme features three fantastic guest speakers: Vick Ind from Individual Plant Nursery, Colin Jones of Salter Bridge, and Collie Ennis, Biodiversity Officer at Trinity College Dublin. Their talks will offer practical gardening tips, horticultural...

Spend a summer's day surrounded by beautiful gardens, expert growers, inspiring talks and the great outdoors in one of Ireland’s most beautiful heritage settings. Returning after a hugely successful inaugural year, the Johnstown Castle Garden Fair takes place on Sunday 12th July, bringing together some of Ireland's finest specialist nurseries, expert horticulturists, artisans and garden...

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...

As part of Heritage Week 2026, we're delighted to offer our 10:30am Castle Tour at the price of general admission. Step back in time and enjoy a fascinating guided tour of the magnificent 19th-century Johnstown Castle. Discover the history, architecture and stories behind one of Ireland's finest Gothic Revival castles. Tour Information The tour begins...

Celebrate Heritage Week 2026 with a Guided Estate Tour Discover the stories behind the estate during this special Heritage Week guided walking tour, included with the price of general admission. Join one of our expert guides as you explore the grounds and uncover the rich 800 year history of the estate, from its origins to...

Heritage Week Talk with Author Shirley Bowers As part of Heritage Week, we are delighted to welcome author Shirley Bowers for a special talk exploring history, reflection, and reconciliation. Originally from Huntingdon, the birthplace of Oliver Cromwell, Shirley has dedicated the past 30 years to addressing the enduring legacy of Cromwell's campaign in Ireland. Her...

The stories, memories and traditions that helped shape Johnstown Castle Estate, Museum and Gardens, home to the Irish Agricultural Museum and one of Ireland's most important centres of agricultural, environmental and built heritage, are currently being recorded and preserved through a new oral history initiative in County Wexford. Join us for a memorable Heritage Week...

Join Pop Up Movie Club for a 3-night only cinema experience in this stunning location. Bring your own seats, pack a picnic, and make yourself comfortable under the night sky. Think blankets, good food, and a proper cosy outdoor movie vibe. We’ll be serving cinema popcorn on site, so you’ve got the essentials covered while...

The wonderful Johnstown Artisan Craft Fair is returning after the success of the Summer and Christmas markets! This two day event is taking place on 22- 23 August in the museum courtyard, this event features over 30 stalls offering hundreds of unique handmade items perfect for gifts or a special treat. Enjoy live music while...

Come along to Johnstown Castle Visitor Centre on Culture Night and immerse yourself in your local heritage in creative ways with The Stone Sessions, an initiative that aims to deepen people's relationship with the stories, spaces and artists that define Ireland's creative landscape. Attendees can choose to listen to stunning music and poetry in the...

It is not well known that the owner of Johnstown Castle, Hamilton Knox Grogan Morgan, had a younger brother, George. So who was George? Where did he live? What did he do? Who was his wife? What happened to him? And why is so little known about him? Using photographs, maps, historical records and newspaper...

Johnny Taylor, Dominic Mullan & Barry Donohue. Back together again for one night only at Jazz at Johnstown on Saturday, September 26, is the legendary jazz trio of Johnny Taylor (keyboards), Dominic Mullan (drums) and Barry Donohue (bass). This is a trio whose integrated and disciplined interplay endears them to jazz and non-jazz fans alike....

Join local artist Sarah Cogley in the Ballroom at Johnstown Castle for an inspired creative painting session on Sunday, 27th of September 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...