What’s on during Easter in Co Wexford – your comprehensive guide to events around the county

SATURDAY, MARCH 23 – SUNDAY, APRIL 7

Johnstown Castle Easter Trail

Visit Johnstown Castle for their exciting Easter Trail, which will run from Saturday, March 23, till April 7 the trail will take you around both the museum and the beautiful gardens. Along the way, hunt for clues, find out the bunny’s identity and you may stumble on a very eggcellent prize. On Easter Weekend, you might even bump into the Easter Bunny.

Tickets will cost €10 per child aged five and over, and €5.50 per child with valid membership. (membership card to be presented on the day). Adult members go free.

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Throughout Easter Break:

Secret Valley Wildlife Park

Little Helper Experience (children aged five to nine)

An exciting event designed for children aged kfive to nine who have an interest in animals and nature. This is a one person event that brings laughter and excitement to all of its visitors. During the Little Helper Experience, your child will have the chance to engage with various animals, including friendly farm animals and fascinating wildlife. From feeding and petting to learning interesting facts, your little ones will be captivated by this hands-on experience.

Our dedicated team of experts will guide the children through interactive activities, ensuring they have a blast while gaining valuable knowledge about animals and their habitats.

Parents can relax and enjoy the beautiful surroundings of the wildlife park, knowing their children are in safe hands. Don’t miss out on this incredible opportunity for your little helpers to create lasting memories and develop a deeper appreciation for nature.

WEDNESDAY, MARCH 27

Johnstown Children’s Easter Show

Johnstown Castle is hosting a Children’s Easter Show, which will be held in their fabulous ballroom on the grounds. They will be joined by Tallulah and the Long-Haired Hare from Liverpool, a comedy duo for children, guaranteed to make you laugh.

There will be a dramatic and amusing storytelling of the classic fable the Hare and the Tortoise, but with a captivating twist.

The show will start at 3 p.m. and is 55 minutes long. All children must be accompanied by an adult.

THURSDAY, MARCH 28

North Wexford Historical Society Talk in Gorey Library

There will be a series of talks held in Gorey Library on the last Thursday of each month. All are welcome to these talks, which will have a different topic and speaker each month.

Talk starts at 7 p.m. Booking is required as space is limited.

FRIDAY, MARCH 29 – SATURDAY, MARCH 30

Annual Easter Egg Hunt

The Irish Heritage Park in Wexford is holding the annual Easter Egg Hunt. Have a blast following clues, exploring the grounds and receive a delicious Easter Egg when you bring back your answers. Easter Egg tickets include full access to the park.

Park opening times are 9.30 a.m. to 5.30 p.m., last entry time 4 p.m.

FRIDAY, MARCH 22 – FRIDAY, MARCH 29

Opera House 60th Anniversary Festival

Held in the National Opera House, Wexford. Celebrating Wexford Drama’s 60th festival, a cultivating line-up of plays is in store. With an entertaining mixture of comedy, drama, tragedy and farce, there’s something for everyone, so don’t miss out. See nationaloperahouse.ie for more information.

FRIDAY, MARCH 29

Showdown – the ELO Experience

Coming to the Crown Live, a tribute to Jeff Lynne’s ‘Electric Light Orchestra’.

Tickets €20, doors open 8.30 p.m., show starts 9.30 p.m.

SATURDAY, MARCH 30

Pawel Piotrowski and Rebecca Warren

Come join us in The Gallery at Green Acres in Wexford town for a Saturday lunchtime concert at 1 p.m. where you can enjoy songs from musicals to opera to Irish airs. What better way to spend an hour on a relaxing Saturday afternoon. In this first concert of the series Pawel Piotrowski will enchant with favourites from musicals, opera and some traditional song from his native Poland, accompanied by Rebecca Warren on piano.

SATURDAY, MARCH 30

Live Forever – Definitive Oasis Tribute Band

Live Forever, the definitive tribute band to the well-known Manchester Super group Oasis, will play at The Crown Live in Wexford town on Saturday, March 30.. Brought together with a huge purpose and passion to perform to the crowd rousing hits, b-sides and album tracks of Oasis, years later this unrivalled tribute band are now consistently selling out major venues and festivals nationwide and beyond. This record-breaking group also has a massive following on social media, which also makes them the most followed Oasis tribute band on social media on the planet.

Tickets €20, doors open 8.30 p.m., show starts at 9.30 p.m.

SATURDAY, MARCH 30 – SUNDAY, MARCH 31

Kia Ora Mini Farm Easter Fun

There’s lots to do at Kia Ora Mini Farm this Easter. From meeting the Easter Bunny to appearances from Fire-man Sam to part-taking in colouring competitions, you’ll never get bored.

There is no extra charge for Easter admission, usual admission applies.

SATURDAY, MARCH 30 – SUNDAY, MARCH 31

Easter Weekend at Wells House and Gardens

With a cracking Easter weekend planned at Wells House and Gardens, Wexford, enjoy the Fairytale Fun and Tride Rides in the Arboretum and meet some of your favourite characters from stories, nursery rhymes and films and to finish on a high, enjoy a train ride. On Easter Sunday there will be small animal handling and glitter tattoos on the grounds for all visitors to enjoy, as well as the adventure playground, exciting woodland walks and more. Along with all of this is the Easter Egg Hunt held on Easter Sunday – find and collect the eggs left by the Easter Bunny themself and win a yummy chocolate reward.

Tickets are available to purchase on wellshouse.ie and gate entry must also be purchased.

SATURDAY, MARCH 30 – SUNDAY, MARCH 31

Lavender Farm Easter Egg Hunt Weekend

Join Lavender Farm at their popular Easter Egg Hunt where you might encounter the Easter Bunny along your mission. Adults go free and parking is free for Easter Egg hunters.

SUNDAY, MARCH 31

Cash Returns Ultimate Tribute to Johnny Cash and June Carter

Returning to Crown Live is Ireland’s live Johnny Cash and June Carter tribute show. The show has even been endorsed by Johnny Cash’s own drummer of 40 years, the legendary WS ‘Fluke’ Holland, who has invited JP Mac over to play in Tennessee later this year.

With JP Mac starring as the Man in Black himself and the talented Kim Crumley as sassy June Carter complete with their breathtaking live band, you will be swept off your feet and will find yourself up and dancing and singing to all of your favourite Johnny and June hits.

Doors open 8.30 p.m., tickets available at crownquarter.com.

SUNDAY, MARCH 31 – MONDAY, APRIL 1

Hook Head Lighthouse Easter Egg Hunt and games

Enjoy a fantastic weekend of fun at Hook Head Lighthouse where an exciting easter egg hunt, games and other entertainment will be held on the grounds. Arts and crafts sessions will also be available through the school break and Easter weekend from 11 a.m... but beware – Pirate Pat and his crew will be around and if something goes wrong – adults will be made walk the plank.

Guided tours are also on offer seven days a week, sharing detailed information on the world’s oldest original operating lighthouse.

TUESDAY, APRIL 2

A Night with the Country Stars at the National Opera House

Back by popular demand are six of Ireland’s top performers for ‘A Night with the Country Stars’. The fantastic show features the gentle giant of country Mick Flavin, who is celebrating 50 years in music, the magnificent John McNicholl, the energetic Shawn Cuddy, the accordion maestro from Roscommon, Brendan Shine, the wee man from Drumlish Co.Longford, Declan Nerney and the out-of-this-world vocals of Sligo’s Patrick Feeney.

Calling all country music fans – this is the show for you.

Show starts at 8 p.m. See nationaloperahouse.ie for details.

WEDNESDAY, MARCH 27 – FRIDAY, APRIL 5

Easter Creative Four Day Camps

Caroline Bergin, a Gorey artist, is hosting two camps of four fun filled days of creativity for kids aged five to 13 years. Each day is filled with lots of creative projects sure to spark young minds’ imagination at her studio on Esmonde Street, Gorey. If your child has an interest in arts and crafts this is the camp for them.

Camp One began on Tuesday, March 25 and will run until Friday, March 29.

Camp Two runs from Tuesday, April 2 to Friday, April 5. See

MONDAY, APRIL 1 – FRIDAY, APRIL 5

Easter camp at IOAC

Attend the exciting Adventure Camp this Easter at the International Outdoor Adventure Centre (IOAC) in Rosslare.

IOAC Easter Camp runs from Monday, April 1 – Friday, April 5. Suitable for children aged eight years and over. During the week, the children will complete activities, including raft-building, kayaking, crate stacking and much more.

Find out more at www.ioac.ie or call 053 9189022.