Events

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...

Jazz at Johnstown Festival
Johnstown Castle Estate , IrelandThe biggest outdoor jazz festival in the South East, Jazz at Johnstown, returns to Johnstown Castle in the last weekend of June. The programme includes two evening concerts, (June 26...

Magic of Coltrane
Johnstown Castle Estate , IrelandColtrane 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...

Summer of Love Jazz
Johnstown Castle Estate , IrelandRelive 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...

Kilmuckridge – Monamolin CCE Group
Johnstown Castle Estate , IrelandThe 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...

Garden Fair 2026 | Speakers Tent Programme
Johnstown Castle Estate , IrelandWe 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...

Johnstown Castle Garden Fair
Johnstown Castle Estate , IrelandSpend 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...

Dress to Impress: a Fashion History Through Johnstown Castle’s Family Portraits
Johnstown Castle Estate , IrelandHistorian 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...

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...

Heritage Week: Castle Tour
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...

Heritage Week: Guided Estate Tour
Johnstown Castle Estate , IrelandCelebrate 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....

Heritage Week: I Heard Their Cry
Johnstown Castle Estate , IrelandHeritage 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...

Heritage Voices: Preserving Stories and Landscapes at Johnstown Castle
Johnstown Castle Estate , IrelandThe 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...

Pop Up Movie Club
Johnstown Castle Estate , IrelandJoin 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....

Artisan Craft Fair
Johnstown Castle Estate , IrelandThe 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...

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...

