KILKENNY, IRELAND — Savour Kilkenny returns this October Bank Holiday weekend from the 22nd to 26th October 2026, and while high-demand events at the festival are already fully booked, food lovers and festival-goers still have a fantastic opportunity to secure tickets for some of the weekend’s most unique dining & drinks events, talks, tours and workshops with all price ranges in mind, from €0 to €110 per ticket.
Running from October 22nd to October 26th, Ireland’s premier food festival features a packed programme. For those looking to plan an unforgettable October Bank Holiday weekend, several standout events still have availability:
UNDER €25
Sullivan’s Signature Tour (23rd–25th October, 12pm, Sullivan’s Brewery): Discover 323 years of brewing heritage in an immersive 30-minute experience. Tickets €5 + BF (Over 18s).
Imbibing Art Cocktail Mixology & Tasting (Thursday 22nd October, 6:30pm–8pm, Butler Gallery Cafe): Clare Anne O’Keefe presents cocktails inspired by gallery artworks. Tickets €20 (Over 18s).
Smithwick’s Stories, Beer & Brewing (Friday 23rd October, 7:30pm, Smithwick’s Experience): Guided beer tastings, artisan pretzels and brewing stories with Steve Gilsenan and Pádraig Fox. Tickets €18.50 + BF (Over 18s).
The Wine Centre’s Whiskey Fair (Sunday 25th October, 3pm, Sullivan’s Brewery Secret Garden): Meet Irish whiskey makers and sample exceptional varieties. Tickets €25 + BF (Over 18s).
Herbal Walking Tour (24th–25th October, 12pm, Newpark Fen): Discover native wild plants and their medicinal and edible properties with herbalist Lucy Glendinning. Adults €25, children €10.
Children’s Creative Hub (Sunday 25th October, The Old Bank, The Parade): Clay Creations, 9:45am and 11:15am (€20–€25 + BF); Veggie Printing, 1:30pm (€20 + BF); Pottery Painting, 3pm and 4:30pm (€25 + BF).
Mairéad Finnegan: Scale Your Food Business with LEO (Sunday 25th October, 11:30am, Taste Stage): Learn how to grow a food business and secure supermarket listings. Free, booking required.
UNDER €50
Brewery Bites & Tastings (Thursday 22nd October, 5pm and 7pm, Sullivan’s Brewery): Enjoy local artisan food and craft drinks featuring Goatsbridge Trout, The Truffle Fairy and Highbank Orchards. Tickets €35 + BF.
The Wine Centre Wine Fair (Friday 23rd October, 6pm; Saturday 24th October, 3pm and 6pm, Sullivan’s Secret Garden): Sample over 60 international wines with expert guidance. Friday tickets €35 (Over 18s).
UNDER €110
Smoke, Sip & Savour (Friday 23rd October, 7:30pm, Paris Texas): Six-course BBQ-inspired tasting menu paired with premium Belvedere Vodka and Patrón Tequila cocktails. Tickets €69.95.
A Celebration of the Supper Club Series (Sunday 25th October, 6:30pm, Statham’s Restaurant): Seasonal dining by Chef Ken Harker, arrival cocktail and handcrafted MADE in Kilkenny tableware. Tickets €90 + BF.
The 1786 Long Table Dinner (Sunday 25th October, 7pm, Butler House): Celebrate Butler House’s 240th anniversary with a Georgian-inspired five-course dinner featuring local produce. Tickets €95, including cocktail and canapés.
A Samhain Medieval Feast (Friday 23rd and Sunday 25th October, 7pm, Rothe House): Enjoy an atmospheric four-course medieval feast featuring artisan produce, ancient spices and fire-roasted specialities. Tickets €110, including cocktail and wine.
In addition to these ticketed experiences, visitors can enjoy a wealth of free-admission events across the weekend. This includes entry to the Festival Quarter, home to the bustling Savour Market and Artisan Food Pavilion on The Parade, live cooking demonstrations from top Irish chefs on the Savour and Taste Stages, and the vibrant Sounds of Samhain music lineup in Kilkenny Castle Park on Sunday.
To check live ticket availability, view event timings, and book your place, visit www.savourkilkenny.com.
FREE MUSIC PROGRAMME ANNOUNCED FOR KILKENNY CASTLE PARK APART OF SAVOUR KILKENNY
As Savour Kilkenny celebrates its landmark festival from 22nd to 26th October 2026, the festival is pairing its world-class culinary lineup with an exciting celebration of arts, culture, and live performance. Taking centre stage in the Kilkenny Castle Park is a fantastic free music programme of local bands designed for all ages.
Sounds of Samhain taking place on Sunday, October 25th from 11am – 4:30pm in Kilkenny Castle Park. This event is completely free and requiring no booking is supported by Fáilte Ireland’s Strategic Festival Fund 2026 – 2028, this family-friendly event features a vibrant day of live entertainment. The line-up includes the Hannah Hoops Children’s Disco in the morning, performances by Burnchurch, traditional Irish music from Craobh Osraí (Comhaltas Ceoltóirí Éireann), and an afternoon pop/rock set by The Uptown Band.
For more information on the full festival schedule, visit www.savourkilkenny.com.
