Johnstown Castle

Pop Up Movie Club
2026-08-21 - 2026-08-28 | Johnstown Castle Estate, Y35 HP22, Ireland
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 you settle in for the film. One night, one iconic movie, and a setting you won’t get in a regular cinema.
Fri Aug 21 – 21:15 The Greatest Showman
P T Barnum becomes a worldwide sensation in the show business. His imagination and innovative ideas take him to the top of his game.
Sat Aug 22 – 21:15 Dirty Dancing
While holidaying with her parents at a resort, Frances is smitten with the resort’s rebellious dance instructor. However, her father opposes the relationship, creating ripples in her family.
Fri Aug 28 – 21:00 Mamma Mia
As Sophie and her family are busy preparing for her wedding, she secretly invites three men, who were her mother’s lovers in the past, with the hope that one of them is her father.
PLEASE NOTE All ticket holders are advised to bring camping chairs or blankets. Gates open 30 minutes before movie start time. This event is outdoors and subject to weather conditions.

Artisan Craft Fair
2026-08-22 11:00 - 2026-08-23 16:00 (Europe/Dublin)
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 you browse, creating a lively and fun atmosphere for all ages.
Organised by a third party team Craft Collective (contact: Chantelle & Sheila artisanfairjohnstown@gmail.com), the fair is free for Irish Heritage Trust members and included in daily admission for day visitors.

Evening Bat Walks
2026-08-27 20:00 - 22:00
As 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 by the lakes others are just coming to life! Did you know the museum attic is home to a large roost of pipistrelle bats? One of the largest in the country in fact!
This Spring and Summer we are delighted to welcome you for some very special after hours Bat walks. Come and join us for an evening bat talk and walk with bat conservationist Harm Deenen. Learn about the various bats which live on the Johnstown Estate and why Johnstown Castle is such a special place for them. Get to try out a bat detector and find out how we use it to identify a bat by its call.
**Please note your start time as start times vary depending on sunset time**
Dates & Times:
Thursday 30th July at 20:45 SOLD OUT
Thursday 27th August at 20:00 SOLD OUT
