Rockin’ Food & Fruit Festival to return and celebrate 10 years in Enniscorthy

Rockin’ Food & Fruit Festival Celebrates 10 Years in Enniscorthy!

The hugely popular Rockin’ Food & Fruit Festival returns this May Bank Holiday Weekend to Enniscorthy, celebrating a major milestone — its 10th Anniversary!

Running from Friday, 2nd May to Sunday, 4th May, the 2025 festival promises to be the biggest and best yet, with around 50,000 visitors expected to descend on the town over the weekend — delivering a major boost to the local economy and shining a spotlight on Enniscorthy.

Since its early days with just six food traders, the Rockin’ Food & Fruit Festival has grown into one of Ireland’s top food and family events. This year, the festival proudly showcases Ireland’s vibrant food culture, welcoming 80 Food & Craft Vendors, and as always, focusing on Wexford’s outstanding produce. Visitors can sample and meet local favourites like Zaeire Artisan Chocolate, Earth Food, Mór Taste, Killowen Farm, Isle of Crackers, Naturally Cordial, and many more.

There is a Food Marquee in the grounds of Enniscorthy Castle with live chef demonstrations from 12pm on Saturday & Sunday.

Food Marquee Demos You Won’t Want to Miss

The Food Marquee will be packed with excitement, featuring:

Kevin Dundon – Ireland’s beloved celebrity chef.

Edward Hayden – TV chef and cookery school owner.

Paul Hynes – award-winning local talent, showcasing Wexford’s finest seafood

Warren Gillen – award-winning loca chef, showcasing the best of Wexford flavours.

All About Nectar – a live, family-friendly observation hive and talk about the incredible world of bees and honey production.

From celebrity chefs to buzzing bee demos, the Marquee is set to be a hive of activity!

Family Fun for Everyone

The Rockin’ Food & Fruit Festival is jam-packed with children’s entertainment and family activities, including:

Street Entertainment

Kids Rock ‘n’ Roll Dance Classes

Art and Craft Workshops

Lego Making & Pokémon Trading in Easons Bookshop

Plus, the ever-popular Funfair and Big Wheel on The Promenade throughout the weekend.

Many activities are free of charge, with some ticketed events available to pre-book at http://www.rockinfoodfestival.ie.

Festival Highlights Include:

Spectacular Fireworks Display Friday 2nd May, 9:15pm at The Promenade to officially open the festival.

Top-class live Rock ‘n’ Roll music across the weekend in The Market Square from the best of Irish & International bands.

A Food Market bursting with artisan delights, craft drinks, and sweet treats.

Festival Organiser Amanda Whitmore said: “Celebrating ten years of the Rockin’ Food & Fruit Festival is a true milestone. It’s a celebration of Wexford’s amazing food scene, our incredible local producers, and the wonderful atmosphere that Enniscorthy creates each year. Whether you’re coming for the food, the music, or the family fun, there’s something for everyone!”

Speaking ahead of the Festival, Festival Chairman Eric Barron told Wexford Weekly:

“We’re so proud of what the festival has become — starting from just six traders to one of Ireland’s most loved festivals. It’s a weekend that showcases the very best of Enniscorthy and Wexford, and we can’t wait to welcome everyone to celebrate our 10th year with us.”

With an unbeatable atmosphere, top-class food, fantastic live music, kids’ activities, and endless family entertainment, the Rockin’ Food & Fruit Festival’s 10th Anniversary is a weekend not to be missed!

Come for the food, stay for the fun — see you in Enniscorthy this May Bank Holiday Weekend!

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