Coffee Cupping Night

Learn all about coffee tasting at this fun & quirky discussion on all thing’s coffee and its origins. The night will be hosted by Cian & head roaster …


A Taste of South Africa

Celebrate the rich, authentic flavours and culinary heritage of South Africa at Lekker Food Collection on Pipe Street in Thomastown, Co. Kilkenny (R95…


A Samhain Medieval Feast

Step back in time to the golden age of Kilkenny’s merchants for an immersive four-course culinary experience at the historic Rothe House. Join us as w…


A Taste of Goodly in Autumn

Join us on the banks of the mighty River Barrow for a food and wine tasting that will warm your heart. Goodly Barrow has a reputation for its interest…


Imbibing Art: Cocktail Mixology & Tasting

Join Food Designer Clare Anne O’Keefe for a special tasting class at Butler Gallery, where she will demonstrate how she creates unique cocktails and d…


Brewery Bites & Tastings with Kilkenny Food Tours

Kick off the festival in style on Thursday, 22nd October, with two exclusive sessions at 5:00pm and 7:00pm at the newly opened Sullivan’s Brewery on 1…


Stretch, Soothe, Savour: Pilates, Breath + Seasonal Organic Lunch

Unwind with Pilates, deep breaths, and a tasty seasonal lunch—your perfect chill day is here! Join us in person for a refreshing experience that combi…


Oktoberfest at Sullivan’s

𝙊𝙆𝙏𝙊𝘽𝙀𝙍𝙁𝙀𝙎𝙏 𝙄𝙎 𝘾𝙊𝙈𝙄𝙉𝙂…Our Annual Oktoberfest is officially happening on Saturday, October 3rd, kicking off at 12PM and going all the way until 12:30AM…


Crime Doesn’t Pay: How the State Takes the Gangsters’ Money

Sunday 27th September 2026 Location: Set Theatre, John Street, Kilkenny, R95 X20K A session examining how the State uses the Criminal Assets Bureau and related legal powers to identify and recover the proceeds of organized crime. Organisers Website


Crime World Podcast with Nicola Tallant

Saturday 26th September 2026 Location: Kilbride Suite, Kilkenny Ormonde Hotel, Ormonde Street, Kilkenny, R95 Y5CX Journalist Nicola Tallant brings the Crime World podcast to Kilkenny for a live festival session focused on organized crime and the people and cases behind…