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Georgian Festival: A perfect day for art and culture lovers

For lovers of history, art, literature, and music, Sunday 30th November is a cultural highlight of this year’s Armagh Georgian Festival. From elegant breakfasts to enchanting performances, the city will be alive with creativity and heritage — a true feast for the senses.

Georgian Breakfast at Armagh County Club – 11am

Start your day in refined style with a Georgian Breakfast in the elegant surroundings of Armagh County Club. Enjoy traditional fare and lively conversation as you step into the sophistication of the 18th century.

Guided Georgian Walking Tours – 12pm & 2pm

Explore Armagh’s Georgian treasures on a Guided Walking Tour led by expert local guides. Discover the stories behind the city’s grand architecture, cobbled streets, and colourful past.

Tours of the Archbishop’s Palace – 1.30pm

Take this special opportunity to see behind the doors of The Primate’s Palace, built by Archbishop Robinson and used as the home of the Church of Ireland Archbishops from 1770 until the 1970s.  Your costumed guide will bring its rich history to life as you explore the Primate’s Chapel and the Ice House — a fascinating glimpse into centuries of Georgian heritage. Book tour tickets here.

Austen at 250 at the Archbishop’s Palace – 2pm

Celebrate the wit and wisdom of Jane Austen in this special event marking 250 years since her birth. Hear about some of her lesser-known writings, like her letters and unfinished novels, alongside the famous works many of us know through much-loved screen adaptations. It’s a chance to see Austen in a new light and enjoy the wit and insight that make her timeless. Your speaker is Rose Servitova, an award-winning Irish writer, whose first three novels centre on the works of Jane Austen – the second and third of which are completions of Austen’s unfinished novels, The Watsons and Sanditon.

An Evening at the Georgian Opera by Northern Ireland Opera – 4pm

Round off your day in spectacular fashion with Northern Ireland Opera’s performance, An Evening at the Georgian Opera. Soprano Mary McCabe, mezzo-soprano Anna Gregg and pianist Tristan Russcher will perform a sparkling programme of arias, duets and songs, bringing to life the intimacy and grandeur of music-making in the Georgian era. — the perfect finale to a truly beautiful Sunday.

Visit Northern Ireland’s Oldest Public Library – 2pm – 5pm

Armagh Robinson Library will be open to visitors on Sunday 30th November 2025, from 2-5pm.  Founded in 1771 as part of Archbishop Robinson’s grand vision for Georgian Armagh, it stands today as Northern Ireland’s oldest public library — a true gem of history, architecture, and learning.

Whether you’re an art enthusiast, a history buff, or simply seeking inspiration, Sunday 30th November at the Armagh Georgian Festival offers an unforgettable journey through culture, creativity, and Georgian elegance.