Wicklow Naturally’s October Feast is a celebration of Wicklow’s food and drinks story, including farming, foraging, brewing, distilling, and much more.

Wicklow Naturally is delighted to announce details of events for this year’s October Feast, the annual celebration of food and drink in County Wicklow.

Events include:

September – Date TBC

Launch event @ Polly’s Vintage Tea Rooms/Junction 18

October 10th

Showcase event @ The Mermaid Theatre

A History of Irish Food with Dr JP McMahon in Partnership with Wicklow Naturally

Join us for a journey through the History of Irish Food with Dr JP McMahon, Chef, writer, restaurateur, painter and playwright, author of The Irish Cook Book and An Irish Food Story, as we discover the fascinating history of Irish food with some delicious tastings from modern Irish food and drinks producers. JP along with guests – Chef and Film Maker Tadgh Byrne, and PHD researcher in Food Tourism Kate O’Hora will discuss Irish food through the ages and we will enjoy some special tastings of County Wicklow food.

MC is Santina Kennedy, Irish food advocate and Blas na hÉireann Producers Champion 2025.

In collaboration with Wicklow Naturally – County Wicklow’s Food and Drink Network

Date TBC

Showcase event @ Tulfarris Hotel

Venison evening at Tulfarris Hotel

Showcase event @ Glenview Hotel

Venison evening at Glenview Hotel

Date TBC

Chef & Tourism Tour

A networking event for chefs and event managers in Wicklow Hotels to visit food tourism experiences and producers on a day trip