Christmas Fun - What's On Nearby?
There is plenty of fun options near us also around the Christmas Period 2024.
Check out what's happening below:
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Emerald Park - formerly Tayto Park - Jingle Fest - 4km
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"An Emerald Park Jingle Fest ticket includes a walk through our Festive Fairy Woods, a Christmas singalong on our Candy Lane Train,
access to our Enchanted Entertainment Tent with snow and bubble fun, special performances from The Hollybops, Boogie Woogies and
Hoopixie, Meet-and-Greets with Christmas characters, Santa letter posting, a fun-filled festive live show ‘The Christmas Star’ in our Big
Top ‘Tree’ Tent, full access to our zoo, playground and over 10 attractions in our Jolly Junior Zone!
A visit with Santa Claus can also be added to your festive day out. This includes a magical visit and a special Christmas coin that can be
redeemed in our present room for a gift. Santa Claus visit is optional and additional charges apply"
2024 Dates:
November: 22nd – 24th, 29th, 30th
December: 1st, 6th, 7th, 8th, 13th, 14th, 15th, 17th – 23rd
Swords on Ice - Ice Skating - Swords - 18km
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"Dublin's premium Ice Skating experience is for both beginners and ice skating aficionado's. Swords on ice offers our experienced team of
marshals, Food & Beverages, incredible music & atmosphere. Bring in the festive cheer with Ireland's favourite ice skating rink."
"After some skating fun - why not visit Swords Pavillion shopping centre to pick up presents for your loved one or to simply just treat yourself."
Dates for 2024 to be confirmed
Wild Lights - Dublin Zoo - 27km
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"Wild Lights, the spectacular, night-time experience at Dublin Zoo, is back with an exciting brand new theme – The Magic of Life!
"Over a thousand breath-taking, dazzling lanterns will portray a fascinating and important story by shining a light on biodiversity.
"Travel through the illuminated and magical woodland scenes before encountering the wondrous pollinators including giant bees and bee-hives.
"See some of nature’s most amazing transformations from the metamorphosis of a caterpillar into a stunning butterfly to the intriguing co-operation between ants in a colony.
"Discover the abundance and diversity of life in the tree tops of our rainforests and then dive underwater and witness some of the most beautiful sea creatures and the mesmerising coral – all lit up through magical hand-crafted traditional Chinese lanterns.
"Through this transformation of Dublin Zoo visitors will have the opportunity to learn more about the Magic of Life and also the role they can play to help our planet."
Dates for 2024 to be confirmed
Dublin Castle Christmas Market - 32km
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"With a huge number of Christmas market stalls in the grounds of Dublin Castle, this is one of the best days out in the city. Spend an
afternoon or evening exploring the Dublin Castle Christmas Market shopping for local artisanal goods (a great place to pick up a few
Christmas presents) and listening to gospel choirs and Christmas music.
"With over 30 Christmas market stalls to choose from, the kids will be entertained by a large carousel and may also want to try all the
delicious food available throughout the Dublin Castle Christmas market.
Dates for 2024 to be confirmed
Guinness Storehouse - Winterfest - 32km
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"The Guinness Storehouse have managed to create a winter wonderland in Dublin. One of the most festive places to be and experience the
Dublin Christmas Markets is enjoying the Winterfest at the Guinness Storehouse. Over 5 weeks where you can enjoy lots of delicious
Guinness-themed treats, ogle at the enormous Christmas Tree and have your picture taken in front of the most famous doors in Dublin."
2024 Dates:
November 22nd 2024 to January 6th 2025
Gifted - The Contemporary Craft & Design Fair - 34km
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"One of the most iconic Christmas markets in Ireland that celebrates Irish crafts and artisans is the Gifted – The Contemporary Craft & Design
Fair in the RDS. Formerly known as the National Crafts & Design Fair, it was rebranded several years ago under the new name of Gifted –
The Contemporary Craft & Design Fair.
"With hundreds of market stalls selling a wide range of Irish-produced crafts such as ceramics, food, and handcrafted woollen clothing this is
one of the best places in Ireland to pick up a truly unique gift.
"Be warned though, the Gifted – Contemporary Craft & Design Fair needs an entire day to explore each and every Christmas market stall.
There are so many fantastic products that showcase the talent of Irish artisans from all over the country.
Dates 2024:
December 4th - December 8th