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Christmas Events in Ireland
Ireland is full of fantastic events over the Christmas Season! A selection of events are highlighted below:
The Ultimate Ice Skating Experience: One Great Event, Five Fantastic Locations!
12 Days of Christmas (Dublin)
From December 10-23 join in this magical festival where visitors experience a unique waterside village setting with over 100 market traders selling a range of gifts, food and stocking fillers.
Now in its 5th year, the 2009 Christmas in Killarney Festival promises to be even bigger and better than ever. Visitors can look forward to a fun-packed programme of activities and events giving the many visitors to this beautiful part of Ireland a chance to experience Christmas as it should be!
Christmas Continental Market (Belfast)
Stroll through the Christmas Continental Market (until December 19) and sample some gourmet delights.
Jack and the Beanstalk (The Gaiety Theatre, Dublin)
The much-loved traditional pantomime Jack and the Beanstalk returns to The Gaiety Theatre. Join Jack and his beanstalk on a giant adventure, where Jack must outwit and outrun the giant. This classic tale will capture children’s interest and spark their imagination. Until January 31, 2010.
Christmas on Grand Parade (Cork)
Come to Cork this holiday season - each weekend leading up to Christmas hear local bands and choirs perform!
Christmas Walking Festival (Westport, Co. Mayo)
This three-day (December 30, 2009 - January 2, 2010) guided walking tour in Westport can be enjoyed by walkers at all levels! The package includes four-night's accommodation, two dinners, three packed lunches and more!
Athy Christmas Chocolate Festival (Athy, Co. Kildare)
For those looking for something a little different this holiday season, head to Athy for a sweet taste of the town’s Christmas festivities – the 1st annual Christmas Chocolate Festival. With over 20 different events around town – including a Chocolate Sculpting Exhibition, Sissie Claus Story Telling, and a Restaurant Chocolate-themed Trail – it will be an event to remember!
Christmas at Rathwood (Tullow, Co. Carlow)
Whether it is a unique stocking filler or something special to add to your table decoration, the festive season at Rathwood has everything from Christmas tree tops, to exciting gifts for those special people in your life, to impressive outdoor lighting displays!
Carols for All (University Concert Hall, Limerick)
The spacious, light-filled atrium of UCH will play host to over 25 stalls selling beautiful, unique crafts this holiday season, with special concerts taking place each weekend.




