Events

Wilding Gardens with Ciarán Fitzgerald
Johnstown Castle Estate , IrelandOn 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...

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 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...

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 and June 27), featuring two super-groups of national and international talent. Details to be announced in early May. Meanwhile, over 30 musicians will descend upon...

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 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...

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 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...

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 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...

Johnstown Castle Garden Fair
Johnstown Castle Estate , IrelandOn 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...

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 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...

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 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...

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. 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...

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 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...

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 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...

