1. Christmas at The Castle
Dates: November 28th – December 18th, 2024
Location: Dublin Castle
Price: Free of charge
Celebrate the season at Dublin Castle, where a festive Christmas market awaits! This family-friendly event features both open-air and indoor markets, offering unique holiday gifts, food, and treats. Experience the magic of the Spiegeltent, showcasing incredible talent, and enjoy classic attractions like a vintage carousel and Ferris wheel. Don’t miss the Neapolitan Crib in the Chapel Royal and free access to the beautifully decorated State Apartments. Make this winter memorable at Dublin Castle’s enchanting Christmas market!
2. Christmas Lights on Grafton Street & Henry Street
Dates: November 14th, 2024 – January 31st, 2025
Location: Dublin 1 &Â Dublin 2
Price: Free of charge
Discover Dublin’s festive charm as Grafton and Henry Streets come alive with dazzling Christmas lights. Wander through the sparkling streets, enjoy the sounds of buskers, and admire stunning holiday window displays. Shop for unique gifts in boutique stores and bustling markets brimming with seasonal treats. This Christmas, Dublin’s iconic shopping streets offer an unforgettable experience filled with joy, music, and festive spirit.
3. Irish Whiskey Museum: Irish Coffee Masterclass
Dates: Available Daily
Location: 119 Grafton Street, Dublin 2, D02 E620
Price: From €20 per person
Warm up this winter with a hands-on Irish Coffee Masterclass at the Irish Whiskey Museum! Discover the history of this iconic drink and learn to craft the perfect Irish coffee with expert techniques. Whether you’re a beginner or a seasoned mixologist, you’ll master the art of layering, pouring, and garnishing to create a delicious and visually stunning drink. The perfect winter activity for any coffee lover in Dublin!
4. Trinity College Dublin: Book of Kells Experience
Dates: Available Daily
Location: Trinity College Dublin, College Green, Dublin 2
Price: From €25 per person
Step back in time at Trinity College Dublin to see the world-famous Book of Kells. This winter, experience the captivating illuminated manuscripts and explore the historic Old Library. With engaging exhibits like The Secret Life of the Collections and a 360-degree view of the Book of Kells, there’s plenty to discover. End your visit in the stunning Long Room, where digital projections bring the library’s history to life. Perfect for history lovers and art enthusiasts alike!
5. Dublin Winter Lights
Dates: November 29th – December 31st, 2024
Location: 18 Locations across Dublin
Price: 2 Ticketed Events
Join us for the Dublin City Council’s Dublin Winter Lights festival, where the city center transforms into a dazzling spectacle with breathtaking light displays on iconic landmarks, buildings, bridges, trees, and statues. This winter, enjoy specially commissioned dynamic, colorful, and imaginative light projections by leading artists throughout Dublin.
Located right beside our hotels in Merrion Square, experience a stunning mix of interactivity, lighting, and projections in Dublin’s historic Georgian Square. Don’t miss the colossal 30-foot-wide snow globe hologram, the highlight of the festival! Get ready to dance on the interactive light-up dance floor and challenge your friends to a giant tic-tac-toe game.
