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Our Story
Where Kilkenny Comes Alive with Flavour
One of Ireland's favourite premier food festivals, Savour Kilkenny marks the end of autumn in the stunning setting of Kilkenny's Medieval city, in the heart of Ireland Ancient East.
Taking place over the October bank holiday weekend each year, the event celebrates the produce, food and culture of Kilkenny.
Known for its diversity and quality of food producers, distilleries, breweries, restaurants and cafés, Kilkenny is home to some of Ireland's and Europe's best culinary offerings.
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Ireland's Favourite Food Festival
Established in 2006, Savour Kilkenny has established itself as one of Ireland's Premier Food festivals, welcoming 74,500 visitors in 2025.
Each year, the festival showcases the best local and Irish food, chefs, innovation, and key topics including wellness, sustainability, and food security.
Explore Our Events
Choose from dining, drinks, market, family and kids events throughout the weekend!
SAVOUR SAMHAIN
A Samhain Spectacle In Flame And Sound
Monday 26th October 2026
7:30pm (Doors 7:00pm)
Nowlan Park, Hebron Road Entrance, Kilkenny
€10 single | €30 Family of 4 + BF
FESTIVAL QUARTER
Craft Brewers And Distillers Market
Saturday 24th & Sunday 25th October 2026
Sat 10:30am – 9pm, Sun 12:30pm - 6:00pm
The Parade, Kilkenny City R95 HY09
FREE Entry
FESTIVAL QUARTER
Artisan Food Pavilion
Saturday 24th & Sunday 25th October 2026
Sat 10:00am - 9:00pm, Sun 10:00am - 6:00pm
The Parade, Kilkenny City R95 HY09
FREE Entry
SAVOUR THE NIGHT
Castle Park Concert
Saturday 24th October 2026
6pm - 9pm
The Parade, Kilkenny
FREE Entry
FAMILY & KIDS
Madra Monday
Monday 26th October 2026
12:00pm - 4:00pm
The Parade, Kilkenny
FREE
FESTIVAL QUARTER
Taste Stage
Saturday 24th & Sunday 25th October 2026
Sat 11am - 6:30pm | Sun 10:30am - 6pm
The Parade, Kilkenny City R95 HY09
FREE Entry
FESTIVAL QUARTER
Savour Stage
Saturday 24th & Sunday 25th October 2026
Sat 11am - 6:30pm | Sun 10:30am - 6pm
The Parade, Kilkenny City R95 HY09
FREE Entry
FESTIVAL QUARTER
Savour Market
Saturday 24th & Sunday 25th October 2026
Sat 10:00am - 9:00pm, Sun 10:00am - 6:00pm
The Parade, Kilkenny City R95 HY09
FREE Entry
Festival Quarter
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Visitors Share Their Thoughts
A wonderful celebration of food and community
Savour Kilkenny is a highlight of our year, brilliant producers, unforgettable demos and a real buzz around the whole city. We already can't wait for next year.
The best food festival in Ireland
Fantastic atmosphere, incredible local produce and something for the whole family. The market and the taste stage were the highlights for us.
A must for any food lover
We travelled down for the weekend and it did not disappoint. Kilkenny turns into a food-lover's paradise, friendly, delicious and beautifully run.
Sponsors and Funders
Thank you to our funders, sponsors, event partners and friends who make this festival possible. Sponsorship opportunities are now closed for Savour Kilkenny 2026. To learn more for 2027, contact info@savourkilkenny.com.
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