Festival Programme
Immerse yourself in a culinary and musical journey like no other. Discover a fusion of wild flavours and captivating melodies that will tantalise your senses and create unforgettable memories.
Wednesday, September 10th 2025 &
Thursday September 11th 2025
THE WILD FOOD TRAIL
Naas Town Centre, 6pm-10pm
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Embark on a delectable culinary mystery tour around Naas, exploring some of its finest eateries. Starting at 6pm on both nights, ticket-holders will be met by guides for a meet and greet hosted by the Naas Wild Food Festival team. The participants will then be taken on a walking food tour around Naas where they will visit 3-4 restaurants, and taste a selection of locally sourced dishes & drinks.​
Friday, September 12th 2025: 6pm - 11pm
WILD FOOD & LIVE MUSIC EVENT
Hederman’s Carpark, 6pm – 11pm
Food prepared and cooked by award-winning Chef Patrick Mullins will showcase a variety of dishes and products locally sourced in County Kildare from wild ingredients.
Festival Entertainment Lineup:
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ABBA Tribute - The Bjorn Identity
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Johnny Cash Tribute - Cash Returns
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E.L.O. Tribute - Showdown
Children aged 12 or younger may attend the evening entertainment free of charge on condition that they must be accompanied by an adult (18+) at all times. Tickets will be converted to wristbands at the gate of the festival and must be worn by all patrons for the full duration of the festival.
Saturday, September 13th 2025: 11am - 5pm
WILD FOOD EVENT - Free Event!
Hederman’s Carpark, 11am – 5pm
This free event is a great opportunity for all to experience what the Naas Wild Food Festival has to offer. Come to Hederman’s Carpark, where you can experience top-quality food prepared and cooked by award-winning Chef Patrick Mullins, who will showcase a variety of dishes and products locally sourced in County Kildare from wild ingredients. Come experience stalls, a craft fair, music, and family entertainment, exploring and appreciating the diverse and often untapped culinary possibilities that the natural world has to offer! Whether you are a food enthusiast, an adventurous eater, or just curious about trying something new, Naas Wild Food Festival promises to be a delightful and educational experience.​​
Saturday, September 13th 2025: 6pm - 11pm
​​WILD FOOD & LIVE MUSIC EVENT
Hederman’s Carpark, 6pm – 11pm
Food prepared and cooked by award-winning Chef Patrick Mullins will showcase a variety of dishes and products locally sourced in County Kildare from wild ingredients.
Festival Entertainment Lineup:
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Fleetwood Mac Tribute - Mack Fleetwood
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Beatles Tribute - The Classic Beatles
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Rod Stewart Tribute - Forever Young
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Dolly Parton Tribute - Kirsty Coard
Children aged 12 or younger may attend the evening entertainment free of charge on condition that they must be accompanied by an adult (18+) at all times. Tickets will be converted to wristbands at the gate of the festival and must be worn by all patrons for the full duration of the festival.
Sunday, September 14th 2025: 11am - 5pm
WILD FOOD EVENT - Free Event!
Hederman’s Carpark, 11am – 5pm
This free event is a great opportunity for all to experience what the Naas Wild Food Festival has to offer. Come to Hederman’s Carpark, where you can experience top-quality food prepared and cooked by award-winning Chef Patrick Mullins will showcase a variety of dishes and products locally sourced in County Kildare from wild ingredients. Come experience stalls, a craft fair, music, and family entertainment, exploring and appreciating the diverse and often untapped culinary possibilities that the natural world has to offer! Whether you are a food enthusiast, an adventurous eater, or just curious about trying something new, Naas Wild Food Festival promises to be a delightful and educational experience.​
Festival Entertainment Lineup:
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Taylor Swift Tribute - Gemma Garry
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Ed Sheeran Tribute - Jamie Stears
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The Garda Band led by Inspector Pat Kenny
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Meet Spiderman!
Tickets will be converted to wristbands at the gate of the festival and must be worn by all patrons for the full duration of the festival.
Contact
For inquiries or partnership opportunities, reach out to us at naaswildfood@gmail.com.
We are excited to hear from you, and to collaborate to make the Naas Wild Food Festival a memorable event!