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To our loyal readers, thank you for joining us on countless journeys across Ireland, exploring its festivals, enjoying its delicious cuisine, and discovering its hidden gems. We wish you and your families a fabulous, warm and very Merry Christmas.

A unique and historic event is set to take place at the oldest intact operating lighthouse in the world this New Year’s Day. At 1 pm on January 1st, the 800-year-old Hook Lighthouse in County Wexford will host the Dunbrody Archers for a traditional Arrow ceremony, reviving a centuries-old custom.

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.

We want to express our deepest gratitude to all our readers and partners who made 2025 such an incredible year.

Dublin knows how to throw a party, and New Year’s Eve is no exception!

Skip the generic gifts and surprise your loved ones with an experience they'll never forget!

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Winterval in Waterford is celebrating the city’s ancient heritage of over a thousand years and offering visitors the chance to discover the fascinating world of the Vikings. Now open every Thursday to Sunday until December 23rd, the city’s historic Blackfriars Church will transform into a lively Viking village, bringing the past vividly to life with immersive experiences, crafts, storytelling, and authentic reenactments.

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.

Welcome to the most lush, most Christmassy 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!

After the Christmas chaos comes the calm, and Fitzpatrick Castle Hotel is turning that in-between lull into something truly special with its Twixmas & Beyond: A New Year Reset Package.

Admire TwinkleTown from above as you take a gentle spin on our Ferris Wheel. Take in the lights and the sights as Smithfield Square comes to life this Christmas.A magical moment with the ones you love in the making – Make it a must-do on your visit to TwinkleTown this Christmas.

This Christmas, the Mount Errigal Hotel invites families to celebrate the season with a magical festive stay in Letterkenny through its Festive Family Getaway package. Enjoy hot chocolate by the fire, festive movies in the Mount Errigal cinema room and special surprises to delight the whole family. The Festive Family Getaway in Letterkenny’s Mount Errigal Hotel is the perfect pre-Christmas escape.  Conor McEniff, General Manager of Mount Errigal Hotel, “ Christmas is a truly

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?