Savour Kilkenny Food Festival has officially announced the return of the much-anticipated Castle Park Concert. Taking place on Saturday, 24th October 2026, in the scenic grounds of Kilkenny Castle Park, the evening promises a spectacular night of live music featuring homegrown hitmaker Robert Grace and premier Oasis tribute act Morning Glory.
The concert kicks off at 6:30pm with a performance by Kilkenny’s own local star Robert Grace, bringing his popular pop tracks and dynamic stage presence to his hometown audience. Following Grace, headlining act Morning Glory will take the stage for an action-packed performance, delivering iconic 1990s rock anthems and classic singalongs in the heart of Kilkenny City.
Event organisers have confirmed that the concert will run for approximately 90 minutes, with gates opening at 6:00pm and entry strictly via Castle Road.
Tickets officially go on sale on Monday, 7th September 2026, at 12 noon. Individual tickets are priced at €12.50 plus booking fee, with a special family ticket available for €40.00 plus booking fee covering two adults and two children. With ticket numbers strictly limited and high demand expected, organisers strongly advise marking calendars and booking early to avoid missing out with the event selling out in 30 minutes in 2024 and 2025.
For ticket purchases and full programme details across the festival weekend, visit www.savourkilkenny.com.
Savour Kilkenny Food Festival was officially launched on Friday evening during a milestone gathering at Butler Gallery. Bringing together food producers, local businesses, special guests, and festival supporters, the celebration marked two decades of showcasing the very best of Kilkenny’s vibrant culinary scene on an international stage.
MC’d by Chef Edward Hayden, the launch event featured key addresses reflecting on the festival’s remarkable journey since its inception. Speakers included Mayor Andrew McGuinness, Cathaoirleach Joe Malone, and Festival Director Marian Flannery, all of whom highlighted the festival’s evolution into one of Ireland’s premier food festivals.
The evening concluded with an address from Ger Mullally, who announced that he will be stepping down as Chairperson following the conclusion of the 2026 festival, capping off 18 years of dedicated leadership to Savour Kilkenny.
A central highlight of the launch was the formal recognition and presentation honoring Savour Kilkenny’s founding 2006 committee. The trailblazing group comprisingPaddy Friel (RIP), Olivia Goodwillie, Noel McCarron, Rhoda Nolan, Mark Gaffney, Anne Neary, Eugene McSweeney, Alma Feely and Kayrin Connery, was celebrated for its original vision of bringing Kinsale’s famed food culture model to Kilkenny.
“Reaching 20 years is a huge testament to our founding committee, our dedicated board and team, and the extraordinary food producers of Kilkenny,” said Marian Flannery, Festival Director. “This year’s line-up is our most exciting yet. With the additional support of Fáilte Ireland’s Strategic Festival Fund, we have been able to bring further animation to the concepts of harvest and samhain across Kilkenny, and we are thrilled to welcome everyone to celebrate this monumental anniversary with us in Ireland’s Medieval Capital.”
Taking place from October 22nd to October 26th, 2026, the 20th anniversary festival will feature over 90 events across Kilkenny City and County. Highlights include the iconic Festival Quarter hosting live cookery demonstrations, the Savour Market and Artisan Food Pavilion, the Craft Brewers and Distillers Marquee, and dynamic family entertainment throughout Saturday and Sunday.
Tickets Now On Sale
Tickets for all ticketed events including exclusive dining experiences, drinks tastings, expert talks, interactive workshops, and culinary tours are now officially on sale. Organisers advise booking early, as several high-profile dining and workshop events are already selling fast.
For full programme details and ticket purchases, visit www.savourkilkenny.com.