Armagh Food & Cider Weekend 2026: Orchard County Cider

Armagh is Ireland's orchard county, its rolling drills of apple trees supplying a cider tradition that stretches back centuries, and every autumn the Armagh Food & Cider Weekend turns that heritage into a celebration. Running from Thursday 3 to Sunday 6 September 2026 across the historic cathedral city, the festival pairs the region's famous Bramley apples with tastings, orchard tours, tutored cider sessions and a generous helping of local food. It is a chance to meet the growers and makers behind Armagh's craft ciders, to understand how fruit becomes a glass of something crisp and complex, and to see why the area's apples enjoy protected status. Alongside the cider, expect markets, family activities, live entertainment and menus built around seasonal produce, all set against Georgian streets and two cathedrals. For anyone curious about the wider world of fermented drinks beyond beer, this is a warm and welcoming introduction to a proud local craft. More information: https://visitarmagh.com/festivals/food-cider/