Kick off the festive season at Ballymaloe Grainstore!

This weekend, the Ballymaloe Craft Fair is the perfect start to your Christmas.

Just 30 mins from Cork city sits the charming Ballymaloe Grainstore in Shanagarry, Co. Cork. The Grainstore has become a standout venue for festivals, live music and special events — and the Craft Fair has become one of our most loved annual events. 

Ballymaloe Craft Fair 2025

The Ballymaloe Craft Fair is the ideal start to your Christmas shopping, offering a unique opportunity to support Irish suppliers and artisans. Check out some of our incredible exhibitors here.

Held over two weekends (Nov 14-16th and 21st-23rd), this festive event features over 200 Irish craft and design exhibitors, which change each weekend. Discover a diverse range of unique, handmade gifts, decorations, and incredible food.

With a delicious line-up of food and drink offerings this year, from hot chocolate to mulled wine and a range of food trucks to explore - it’s sure to be a magical weekend.

Don’t forget - we have on-site parking and a free shuttle bus running from Midleton Train station and back again throughout the weekend.

What’s coming up — Mark your diary!

1. Ballymaloe Craft Fair 2025

A perfect start to your Christmas shopping — festive atmosphere, great food & drink, and the chance to meet Irish artisan makers.

• 🗓 Dates: Across two weekends - Friday 14th Nov- Sunday 16th Nov & Friday 21st Nov to Sunday 23rd Nov.
• 📍 Venue: Ballymaloe Grainstore, Co. Cork
• 🎟 Entry details: Tickets available on the door. Friday evening 5pm-9pm; Saturday 9.30am - 6pm & Sunday 9.30am - 5pm
  

2. Jack Lukeman – Northern Lights: Songs of the Winter Solstice

Irish Singer-songwriter Jack Lukeman brings his celebrated seasonal concert “Northern Lights” to the Grainstore — a mix of contemporary gems and timeless classics in an intimate setting. A live music experience not to be missed!

• 🗓 Date: Saturday 6 December 2025 at 8:00pm
• 📍 Venue: Ballymaloe Grainstore.
• 🎤 Tickets: Eventbrite
  

3. Phil Coulter – Tranquility by Candlelight

Legendary musician Phil Coulter returns to Ballymaloe Grainstore, revisiting his iconic “Tranquility” material. Always a magical (and sold out!) night, this time the magic will be enhanced even further as the Grainstore will be lit by hundreds of flickering candles.

• 🗓 Date: Thursday 11 December 2025 at 8:00pm.
• 📍 Venue: Ballymaloe Grainstore. ‍
• 🎹 Tickets: Remaining tickets available at Eventbrite‍
• ⭐ Special Offer: “Early Dinner + Ticket + Bed & Breakfast” package where you dine at Ballymaloe House at 6pm, attend the concert at 8pm, and stay overnight. To book please ring Ballymaloe House directly on 021 465 2531.

4. Ballymaloe Festival of Food 2026 – Tickets Go on Sale December 1st!

And while we’re looking ahead to festive fun, don’t overlook the Ballymaloe Festival of Food — a highlight for food-lovers, and the ticket release date is something to mark in your calendar. 

• 📅 Festival Dates: Friday 15 May to Sunday 17 May 2026
• 🎟 Tickets & Packages on Sale: 1 December 2025 on our website. Set your reminders!
• ✅ We’ll be announcing a very exciting Limited Edition Pre-Sale Ticket Package for the early birds. Your Christmas present, sorted!