It’s coming to the end of the school year, and (sort of cruelly), we’ve had fantastic weather while the kids have been doing exams. This May has been a great month for us to hit the beach at Ballyhealy, see picture below. Here’s a list of what is on in Wexford in summer 2012.

Calendar of Events in Wexford Summer 2012

Event Dates Description Location
Strawberry Fest June 1 to 3 Maverick Sabre, Status Quo, Original Rude Boys, Knights of Leon and more live acts. There are Weekend and Day tickets to choose from. There is also a whole range of Fringe events. Enniscorthy
Wexford Day June 24 Free admission for those who wear Wexford colours (purple & gold) to top Wexford attractions: The Dunbrody Famine Ship, Duncannon Fort, Hook Lighthouse, The Irish Agriculture Museum at Johnstown Castle, Irish National Heritage Park, National 1798 Centre, Enniscorthy Castle, Ros Tapestry in New Ross and the public swimming pools at New Ross & Wexford and more. Attractions in County Wexford
Wexford Races June 20
July 6
July 27
July 28
Aug 24		 Wexford Races Wexford Racecourse
Courtyard Craft Market July 1
July 29
Aug 1		 A colourful craft market showcasing a wide variety of crafts including unique jewellery, wooden toys, colourful cushions, bespoke bird feeders and next boxes, landscape photography and lots more! Irish Agricultural Museum at Johnstown Castle Estate
Kilmore Quay SeaFood Festival July 5 to 8 Fresh seafood platters daily, Cookery demo, Children’s Street Theatre workshops, Teddy Bears Picnic, Fair, Céilí, Strong man competition and more Kilmore Quay
Rosslare Pikeman Triathlon July 7 Swim 1.5km, Bike 42km, Run 10km -on a sheltered blue flag beach and nice flat roads…. Rosslare Strand
Bannow & Rathangan Agricultural Show July 12 This is one of the biggest & best agricultural shows in Ireland. It’s a great family day out, with competitions featuring specially bred animals (from cows to donkeys, from poultry to goats), show-jumping, cookery & craft, sheepdog trials, a fashion show and so much more. Our guests always love this event! Rathangan, Co Wexford
Medieval Weekend July 14 – 15 See living history for yourself at the museum which will feature an archer, armourer, blacksmith, leather worker, physician and wood turner, all in the museum courtyard. There will also be two falconers with their birds of prey. Irish Agricultural Museum at Johnstown Castle Estate
Art in the Open July 30 to August 7 The harbour, the sea, narrow lanes, ancient ruins, church spires & River Slaney will all act as inspiration for the artists who will paint in “plein air” directly outside their chosen subject. There is an art competition with prizes of up to €4,000, there will also be a BBQ and a picnic. Wexford & Enniscorthy including locations at Hook Head, Tintern Abbey & Kilmore Quay
Duncannon Sand Sculpting Festival August 12 to 14 Sand sculptures by professionals, puppet shows, street theatre, amateur sand sculpting competitions5-a-side football and more Duncannon
Jedward concert Aug 14 Jedward perform in the Opera House as part of their Young Love Tour.

 

 Wexford Opera House
Kite Surfing Festival Aug 25 Freestyle and course racing events will take place on the beach, with competitors from all over Ireland.

 

 Duncannon beach
National Ploughing Championships Sept 25 to 27 One of Europe’s largest outdoor agricultural trade shows, which attracted 189,000 visitors in 2011.

 

 Heathpark, New Ross
New Ross Piano Festival September 27 to 30 A series of classical concerts featuring two pianos, public “play me” pianos, a piano Masterclass and more. New Ross

And if you are looking for somewhere to stay for these terrific events, well check out our availability and prices here. For even more things to to do, check out our own A – Z of Wexford activities.