Smithwick’s Experience Kilkenny: A go-to place for Culture Night on Friday, September 20

Smithwick’s Experience Kilkenny looks set to be a go-to destination for Culture Night on Friday, September 20, when visitors can look forward to an evening filled with live music, delicious food, and great company in the outdoor, heated, and vibrant Barrel Yard.

This free event, from 5pm to 7pm, will feature performances by The Southern Fold and Elise. The Chingon Bad Ass Burritos food truck, a crowd favourite, will be on-site offering its renowned Tex-Mex Street Food to pair with drinks.

In keeping with Smithwick’s commitment to supporting local talent, The Southern Fold, a musical ensemble from Kilkenny and Dublin, will perform alongside Elise. Elise’s unique blend of folky guitar, synth sounds and a powerful rhythm section promises to captivate the audience with her immersive storytelling and evocative voice.

“It’s been a bustling few weeks for Smithwick’s Experience Kilkenny, with a notable influx of visitors from Ireland and abroad," said Ignacio Peregrina, Manager of Smithwick’s Experience Kilkenny.

"The Barrel Yard Sessions have become highly sought-after for live music and exceptional street food. We are thrilled to contribute to Kilkenny’s vibrant night-time economy and offer a memorable Culture Night experience.

“On Culture Night, the full bar will be open, featuring a selection of ales, as well as non-alcoholic and low-alcohol drinks. For those who haven’t visited us in the evening before, the Barrel Yard is nestled behind the Smithwick’s Experience in the heart of medieval Kilkenny. It’s an ideal starting point for an evening out, with many pubs, restaurants, and hotels just a short walk away. As well as this, we are offering a special promo code, SEKCULTURE, for 15% off adult entry to our standard visitor tour. It is redeemable online from September 16 right up to September 30, inclusive.”