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It's time for our weekend roundup! Here's what's on this weekend, between Friday the 21st and Sunday the 23rd of November across Ireland. We've got a great lineup of things to do, from Winterval in Waterford to the Ballymaloe Craft Fair and much, much more.

This December, Hook Lighthouse, the world’s oldest operational lighthouse, is set to shine brighter than ever with a magical festive celebration perfect for the whole family.

Just under an hour from Dublin, Winter Woodland returns this season with an atmospheric programme of outdoor experiences and festive activities. The estate is transformed after dark, with illuminated treetop trails, winter markets, entertainment for children, and the arrival of Santa Claus later in the run.

National Botanic Gardens are pleased to announce their carefully curated sustainable Christmas Market which will be held on Saturday 13th and Sunday 14th December, 10.00am to 4.00pm daily.

Following the roaring successes of the Autumn and early Winter festivals in Kilkenny City, the City will put its finest Christmas finery on display as shoppers and visitors flock to medieval streets in the run-up to the seasonal celebrations. With Savour Kilkenny, Féile na Samhna and Kilkenomics having kept the City’s festival culture buzzing in recent weeks, all eyes will now turn to the tinsel and bright lights brightening the cityscape as we head to the middle of the Winte

In Northern Ireland, there are some great market experiences and, as the region is small, you can easily visit more than one! Here are our top picks for Christmas markets and events that you can tick off your festive bucket list this season.

Preparations are underway for the most wonderful time of the year as Cork City Council announces the return of Corkmas, the city’s annual Christmas celebration.

Looking for a festive day out with a touch of history, music, and generosity?

The Guinness Storehouse announces “My Goodness! It’s Christmas,” a new seasonal offering promising seven floors of festive magic by day, plus a brand-new nighttime experience with Love Tempo and BIGFAN, becoming Dublin’s ultimate Christmas destination.

While selection boxes have adorned supermarket shelves since September, the festive season is finally in full swing. To mark the occasion, I brought the family to Santa in the Sky at Epic. This is within the Epic Museum at CHQ in the IFSC, Dublin 1, during November and December.

Welcome to the most lush and cosy hotel in the capital: The Trinity City Hotel, located in the heart of Dublin city- the perfect stay for city explorers, business travellers, romantic stays and family getaways!

The GAA Museum are delighted to announce the return of Santa to Croke Park for 2025. A team from North Pole GAA are setting up a training camp in Croke Park, and they’d love you to visit as they prepare for their special journey around the world on Christmas Eve!

At Galgorm Collection, Northern Ireland’s premier group of luxury hotels, spas, and award-winning restaurants, Christmas is not just a date on the calendar – it’s an experience to be savoured. From starlit spa dips to festive feasts, lakeside reflections to fireside indulgence, every property has been lovingly prepared to wrap you in the warmth, sparkle, and magic of the season. Whether celebrating with family, friends, or a special someone, here, Christmas truly is all aroun

This Christmas, the 5-star Aghadoe Heights Hotel & Spa in Killarney invites guests to experience festive hospitality high above the Lakes of Killarney.

This winter, Jurassic Newpark in Kilkenny is set to deliver the ultimate festive adventure - a place where twinkling lights, roaring dinosaurs and Santa’s elves come together in one magical mash-up of Christmas wonder.

Things are already starting to cool down at Cork’s Marina Market, where tickets have just gone on sale for Santa’s Magical Market - The Big Freeze. The brand-new immersive Christmas experience takes place from 22 November to 23 December 2025!

The holiday season just got a major upgrade in Dublin! For the first time ever, an Alpine Skate Trail has opened in Dún Laoghaire.

The first of its kind in Ireland, the fully accessible Treetop Walk and Viewing Tower takes everyone to the very heart of the forest at Avondale

Ireland’s largest Christmas festival, Winterval, officially opens in Waterford next Friday, November 21st, transforming Ireland’s oldest city into a twinkling winter wonderland. The festivities will begin in John Roberts Square from 5:30 PM, with the official turning on of the Christmas lights at 6:00 PM. Mayor Cllr. Séamus Ryan will join Santa Claus for the countdown to illuminate the city, with live music and entertainment broadcast by WLR FM, including a special performanc

It's time for our weekend roundup! Here's what's on this weekend, between Friday the 14th and Sunday the 16th of November across Ireland. We've got a great lineup of things to do, from the Cork International Film Festival to Art Source in Dublin and much, much more. Irish Surf Film Festival, Galway - 14.11-15.11 The Irish Surf Film Festival showcases the immense talent that is on offer both in terms of wave riding and the documenting of wave riding in Ireland. The festival i