Christmas Events

Christmas Events for children in Dublin and around Ireland including pantos, christmas festivals, tree lighting and the best venues to visit Santa and places to go with the kids over the Christmas break.

We would love to hear about your Christmas fun ideas or any great Christmas Events for families that you have been to over Christmas or ones you plan to attend. Simply email us at [email protected]

Dublin – Bord Gáis Energy Theatre – Charlie and the Chocolate Factory

Charlie and the Chocolate Factory -The Musical at the Bord Gáis Energy Theatre

Dublin – Christmas Tree and Street Lighting in Dublin

Experience the magic of Christmas with the Grafton Street, O’Connell Street, Henry Street and Smithfield Christmas Tree lighting ceremonies this Christmas

Wexford – Santa’s Magical Forest Of Dreams

Courtown Harbour presents Santa’s Magical Forest Of Dreams. The South Easts largest indoor Christmas event.

Antrim – Dundonald International Ice Bowl

The Ice Bowl Activity Centre And Skating Ring Belfast is home to Northern Irelands only Olypmic sized ice skating rink, hosts birthday parties, bowling and an activity centre for all your family fun! 2018

Armagh – Christmas Fair at The Argory

Visit The Santa at The Argory in Armagh to join in the festive-fun and meet Santa and all the elves this Christmas! 2022

Dublin – Dublin Visitor Centre Christmas Experience

Hop on board the Vintage Christmas Bus for a magical tour of Dublin with Santa for a special Christmas Experience sing-a-long and storytelling Tour!

Late Late Toy Show

Late Late Toy Show 2022 – Annual Christmas Show – where all children from across the country will sit and watch to pick out their favorite toys

Cork – Alpine Skate Trail

Alpine Trail – the Ultimate Cork Christmas Skating Experience – Christmas Event for all the family to enjoy bringing you a magical fun filled experience! 2022

Carlow – Santa Train Experience at Rathwood

Santa Train Experience at Rathwood in Carlow, a truly unique and magical experience this Christmas to spend time with family and friends and Santa! 2023

Galway Skates Ice Skating

Get Your Skates On! Galway Skates Christmas Ice Skating in Galway is back with a fun filled experience for children of all ages

Belfast – SSE Arena Disney on Ice – Dream Big

Disney On Ice 2022 -Dream Big- SSE Arena Belfast will be hosting Disney on Ice with a collection of inspiring stories by Moana, Frozen, Tangled, Beauty and the Beast and more

Wexford – Magical Christmas Experience at Kia Ora Mini Farm

Visit the Magical Christmas Experience event 2022 at Kia Ora Mini Farm in Wexford to meet Santa, receive a special gift and meet all the farm animals!