The ‘Dublin City Council Dublin Winter Lights’ festival transforms the city centre with epic light features on iconic landmarks, buildings, bridges, trees, statues and Merrion Square Park. It is a festive experience like no other where people of all generations can experience specially commissioned dynamic, colourful and imaginative light projections by leading artists throughout the city centre. The locations are: National Museum of Ireland Collins Barracks (NEW Ticketed Event: From Nov 29th – Dec 15th inclusive) GPO (General Post Office) Merrion Square Park (Ticketed Ev

Make Christmas Spectacular at Smithfield Square with Ice Rink, Ireland’s First Ice Museum, Christmas Market, Big Wheel and picture-perfect Nutcracker Snug. Welcome one and all to Christmas Spectacular Smithfield Square, Dublin’s newest and most exciting festive experience located right in the very heart of the city. A magical new event on the calendar, and the perfect spot to make lasting memories and create new Christmas traditions with family, friends and loved ones. Supported by Dublin City Council, Christmas Spectacular Smithfield Square opens November 22nd through to January 2nd, f

Following on from the huge successes of previous years, we will return to our North Dublin location of Malahide Castle & Gardens for our 4th year. 'A Light Spectacular 'will bring a radiant display of over one million lights to the historic estate! This year’s theme will be brought to life with two new impressive tunnels of light. The Cathedral Tunnel, standing 5 metres tall and stretching 30 metres long, will immerse visitors in a dazzling passageway, while the Portal of Light Tunnel, 5 metres high and 10 metres wide, will extend 20 metres in length. The enchanting light installations wi

Wild Lights, the spectacular, night-time experience at Dublin Zoo, is back with an exciting new theme which will bring you on a ‘A Journey Through Time’. From Earth’s creation and the dawn of dinosaurs to the rise of civilisations and empires as well as first inventions, discover the history of our planet through the ages. As you journey through the immersive experience, over a thousand breath-taking, magical lanterns will tell the story of evolution and life on earth. Embark on a magical adventure like no other, where you will be transported across time through mesmerising and col

Dublin’s first ice skating trail, Alpine Skate Trail, comes to Dún Laoghaire in 2024! An ice skating trail and a separate practice ice rink! It will be located at the harbour in Dún Laoghaire and can be easily accessed by the DART.

Get ready to be dazzled and mesmerised in Marlay! Ireland's largest light show is coming to south Dublin as we showcase the beloved Marlay Park by Night. This theme will transport visitors into a realm of illumination, celebrating the park’s natural beauty after dark. The Wicklow Way Wildlife installation will feature large golden sculptures of animals that have roamed the Wicklow Way, including rabbits, foxes, deer, squirrels, and even brown bears from times past. The Night Sky will be projected onto a 30-metre hydro screen over the lake, offering an awe-inspiring display of the moon

‘Elf Town Dublin is a magical 75-minute Christmas experience for all of the family to enjoy! Meet the band of the wondrous Elves and explore the exciting world of Elf Town! Including Santa’s two real reindeer Comet and Cupid! During each visit, every family will have a private visit with Santa himself – the children will be amazed when he knows a little secret about each child! This year, you have the option to receive an Elf Town branded gift pack that includes our unique Golden Tickets, a personalised invitation to Elf Town from Santa, a map of the Elf Town journey and a personalised p

Christmas at the Castle will run from November 28th to December 18th. Set in the heart of the nation’s capital, Christmas at the Castle will have something for everyone, with a boutique open air Christmas Market and an array of festive offerings. The historic courtyard of Dublin Castle will be filled with traditional Christmas market stalls featuring an array of decorative crafts and inspiring gift ideas. Come and indulge in traditional fare sold by artisan producers and soak up the festive atmosphere. There will be also be a vintage carousel on site for children. In addition to the

The Irish National Opera presents RIGOLETTO. The love between a father and daughter, a lustful Duke, revenge and a curse. The court jester Rigoletto loves his daughter Gilda above all else. When the Duke of Mantua and his courtiers play a cruel trick on them, Rigoletto plots murderous revenge. But Gilda’s love and devotion lead to devastating consequences. This new production promises a forceful exploration of grief, loss, and the destructive power of revenge. Baritone Michael Chioldi sings the title role, with soprano Soraya Mafi as his daughter Gilda and tenor Bekhzod Davronov

Christmas by Candlelight returns to St Patrick’s Cathedral, Dublin! Monday 16th, Tuesday 17th & Thursday 19th December 2024 at 8pm A spectacular West End Cast and incredible live band perform your favourite Christmas Hits, as you have never heard them before! ‘It’s beginning to look a lot like Christmas’, so, join us at St Patrick’s Cathedral, for this magical evening of best loved festive songs, performed live by Candlelight. Featuring sing-along classics such as ‘White Christmas’, ‘Let It Snow! Let It Snow! Let It Snow!’, ‘Santa Baby’, ‘O Holy Night’ and

WILLA’S WHITE CHRISTMAS Plus Very Special Guests - 6th, 7th, 20th & 21st December 6th and 7th December • Willa White • Mike Rice • Eric Lalor • Joe Dowlin • Aideen McQueen 20th and 21st December • Willa White • Danny O’Brien • Eric Lalor • Joe Dowlin • Aideen McQueen 27th and 28th December • Willa White • Enya Martin • Eric Lalor • Joe Dowlin • Jim Elliot Following his performance last Friday to a sold-out 3Olympia Theatre show and after becoming the first comedian since Billy Connolly to headline a show in The Gaiet

Get ready to feel the festive spirit as we bring you Dun Laoghaire’S NEWEST Live Music Festival! This family-friendly music festival in Dublin is the ultimate way to kick off the holiday season, offering a perfect blend of live music, cozy winter stalls, and festive MADNESS! Picture yourself wrapped in your warmest scarf, wandering through twinkling lights, hot cocoa in hand, while outdoor live bands in Dún Laoghaire fill the air with Christmas classics. grab your pals and start the festive season with a slice of something different and join us for a fresh air boogie under the light

The Gaiety Theatre will set sail on a spectacular journey to Neverland, announcing Peter Pan as the 2024 Gaiety Pantomime, from Sunday 24th November 2024 – Sunday 5th January 2025. The Gaiety Panto, directed by Daryn Crosbie, brings to life and “Panto-ifies” this classic adventure about the free spirited and mischievous young boy, who never grows up. Join Peter and the Lost Boys as they swashbuckle their way through Neverland and strive to outwit the dastardly Captain Hook and his brutal band of pirates, with a sprinkling of fairy dust help from Tinkerbell of course. Don’t mis

“Fee, fi, fo, fum! I smell the blood of the kids in Dundrum.” The Dundrum village dairy is feeling the pinch as rents have skyrocketed and Dame Trott, determined to make ends meet, has set herself up as a Personal Trainer. If posing on treadmills for Insta content was a sport, she would be a winner. Meanwhile, her hapless son Jack, is sent on a mission to sell their prize cow and bestie ,Winnie the Moo. What could possibly go wrong? Join Jack and Jill, the girl of his dreams, in a zany adventure of magic beans and an enormous beanstalk, as they go on a whirlwind adventure high into t

Liberty Panto - Cinderella 2024 Join us this December for the "Fairy Godmother of all Pantomimes" Cinderella at the Liberty Hall Theatre Dublin from December 19th to 30th, starring X-Factor's Mary Byrne as the 'Fairy Godmother' and Tik Tok sensation Stuart Mackey as 'Dandini', plus Cinders, Buttons, a handsome Prince and the ugliest stepsisters EVER! in the age old fairy tale that tops them all - Cinderella. Will Cinders get to the Ball? Only one way to find out! Book your seats today to the most magical traditional family panto in Dublin this December.

This year marks the 20 Year Anniversary of Pat Egan & Spotlight’s panto run at 3Olympia continuing the over century long tradition at the theatre! Their time has seen panto at 3Olympia Theatre reach new heights with a reputation for thrills, big laughs and big surprises. Whether it was One Direction’s Niall Horan singing to Polly, Saoirse Ronan soaked by a water gun , Jedward’s hundreds of fans storming the stage, Johnny Logan’s ballad belting cameo, Louis Walsh exec producing (and his wacky video link) or the many other hilarious cameos from Mattress Mick to Nathan Carter, PJ Gallaghe

Liberty Panto - Cinderella 2024 Join us this December for the "Fairy Godmother of all Pantomimes" Cinderella at the Liberty Hall Theatre Dublin from December 19th to 30th, starring X-Factor's Mary Byrne as the 'Fairy Godmother' and Tik Tok sensation Stuart Mackey as 'Dandini', plus Cinders, Buttons, a handsome Prince and the ugliest stepsisters EVER! in the age old fairy tale that tops them all - Cinderella. Will Cinders get to the Ball? Only one way to find out! Book your seats today to the most magical traditional family panto in Dublin this December.

A Giant of a Panto Tickles might not always have the brightest ideas, but with his Ma Dottie by his side, they can conquer anything. BUT! They're facing a big challenge: the Evil Baroness wants to take their home away.... What's a family to do? Sell their hilarious all-singing, all-dancing pet cow, MOOTilda? Maybe Jill, the Baroness's niece, can help change her aunt's mind about being so mean? Or perhaps a giggly fairy will swoop in, sprinkling magic dust to ensure Tickles and Dottie find their happily-ever-after? Find out at TICKLES AND THE BEANSTALK this years spectacular and hilari

The Irish Institute of Music & Song and Sean Gilligan bring you their New Panto – CINDERELLA. Join the kindest heroine of them all Cinderella and her best friend Buttons, in the greatest fairytale of them all. Joined by the whacky stepsisters Glammy and Whammy, she meets the brave and dashing Prince Liam and his loyal companion Dandini. But when her wicked stepmother Lady DeVille prevents her from getting to the ball, who will save the day? Find out this year at The Lark Panto! Filled with singing, dancing, live music, spectacular costumes and scenery, this is the number one show for fami

Come and lose yourself in a “World of Pure Imagination” this festive season! Dame Stuffy returns to Panto this January in ‘Stuffy & The Chocolate Factory’ at the Axis Ballymun. Stuffy along with her friend Willy team up to bring joy to the village of Hershey heath and fulfil their dreams of opening the most magnificent chocolate factory but, danger lurks from the snivelling chocolate maker Slugworth as he tries to foil their plans. A treat for the whole family so come along & grab your golden ticket now.