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Our Event Calendar provides information on festive events happening around the country suitable for families and kids. To check out Christmas Theatre & Pantomime for Kids click on our Theatre Mask

If you want to add an event to the calendar please email the details to info@schooldays.ie

Name	Description
Connaught
Indoor Christmas Market	A huge Indoor Christmas Market takes place in the Events Arena, Breaffy House Resort on Sunday 20th November. Get ready for Christmas with a fab day out, browse for that special Christmas gift, tasty treats and more while the kids whisper their Christmas wishes to Santa in his special Grotto! Start: 20/11 Times: 10am to 5pm www.castlebarchristmasmarket.com Events Arena, Breaffy House Resort, Co. Mayo
Christmas Winter Wonderland	Indoor and Heated, Illuminated Christmas Village, Visit “The Nativity Scene”, Feed the Animals in the Stable, Enjoy the Animated Santa Scenes, Visit Santa Claus in “Santa’s Grotto”, Have lots of Fun in “Inflatable City” &“Jungle Town”. Open Saturdays and Sundays from 1pm-7pm, Thur 8th Dec 3pm-7pm, Fridays (after 16th Dec) 4pm-7pm, 19-20-21-22-23 Dec from 4-7pm Start: 03/12 End: 23/12 Admission: Adults €6.00, Children €11.00 (€6.00 extra to visit Santa) www.turoepetfarm.com Phone: 091 841 580 Turoe Pet Farm & Leisure Park, Bullaun, Loughrea Galway
Slieve Aughty Riding Centre	An unforgettable family event, we invite you to Sing Along, Ride Along. Santa takes his time with each child and gives them an early Christmas gift. You can also make some Christmas crafts, get your face painted, pet the animals and shake hands with the polar bear, and try some old fashioned acrobatics. Leave plenty of time for pony rides, storytelling and carolling, and our famous pancakes. And as the sun sets meet the mystical Snow Queen in her horse drawn carriage. Advanced Booking Required Start: 03/12 End: 18/12 Times: 2-8pm Sat & Sun Admission: €20 per child and €7.50 per adult €65 Family Pass (3 children and 2 adults) www.riding-centre.com e: info@riding-centre.com Phone: 090 9745246 Slieve Aughty Riding Centre, Kylebrack West, Loughrea Galway
Dublin County
	Taste of Christmas, the season's finest food, drink and shopping festival, returns for its second year to the Convention Centre Dublin from 25th – 27th November. Discover the best in seasonal food and drink, sample signature dishes from Ireland's best restaurants and be inspired and entertained by top culinary talent in this winter wonderland of flavour. On Sunday 27th November will see the Hamley’s Christmas Morning which will give visitors the opportunity to get involved in the festive fun with exciting activities for all the family! Start: 25/11 End: 27/11 www.tasteofchristmas.ie Convention Centre Dublin
Santa's Grotto at Dublin Zoo	Visit Santa in his magical grotto every weekend in December for a festive-themed visit to Dublin Zoo. All children who visit Santa's Grotto will receive a gift and a photo to keep as a special memento of their time spent with Santa. The grotto will have reindeers and elves working hard in Santa’s workshop. The Great Lawn will be buzzing with a variety of festive fun including Christmas arts and crafts, face-painting and warm treats to enjoy. Open Sat's and Sun's and 23rd & 24th Dec. Start: 03/12 End: 24/12 Times: 12 – 4pm Admission: €8 for annual pass holders / €10 for non-annual pass holders www.dublinzoo.ie Phone: 01 4748932 Phoenix Park, Dublin 1
Celebrate the magic of Christmas at Timbertrove	Timbertrove-O’Kelly Sawmills invites you and your children to their magical Christmas village from Saturday 3rd December. Timbertrove will once again be opening their Christmas village to the public which includes Santa’s grotto, a kids adventure with “Timber the elf” and a new Christmas shop. This is a very traditional, family event with a warm and friendly atmosphere. Parents receive complimentary mulled wine and mince pies while the children receive sweets and a present from Santa. Open each weekend afternoon from 3rd - 18th Dec. Start: 03/12 End: 18/12 Times: 2pm - 5pm Admission: €14 per child Parents & Parking Free www.timbertrove.com Phone: 01 493 1034 Killakee, Rathfarnham Dublin
Bumper to Bumper with Christmas Jumpers	‘Kitsch-mas’ comes to the capital as Dublin City BID gets ready to set the Christmas jumper World Record cheesy Christmas jumper lovers nationwide will have their moment as Dublin City BID hold their first ever Christmas jumper world record attempt. Aptly named ‘Geansaí Nollaig Day’, the event will see Christmas jumper wearers of all ages, shapes and sizes gather en masse to set the world record for the highest number of Christmas jumpers in the same place at the same time in aid of Barretstown. More Information... Start: 04/12 Times: 2:30pm www.dublinatchristmas.ie South King Street, D Dublin
Christmas Ragdoll Workshop	For this one day workshop the children will create their own Christmas Decorations focusing on creating a Christmas Tree Rag Doll designed and dressed with their own creativity! We will also be working on creating little gifts for family and friends! All materials and sketchbooks included. AGES 8-12 yrs Start: 17/12 Times: 10.30 am - 2pm Admission: €35 www.fashionclubireland.com e: fashionclubireland@gmail.com Phone: 087 167 26 31 Donnybrook Dublin
Leinster (outside Dublin)
Christmas at Glenroe Farm	For a unique and magical Christmas experience visit Santa at Glenroe Farm this Christmas.  Santa and his team will arrive to Glenroe Farm on Saturday, 26th November at 12 noon and will be welcoming you all every weekend (Saturdays and Sundays from 10 am to 5 pm). He will have a special present for each child.  You can meet his reindeer and all the farm animals. There is a Nativity Stable with real animals and puppet shows throughout the day.  Santa will be meeting groups of 10 or more children (by appointment) week days in December. Start: 26/11 End: 23/12 Times: Saturdays and Sundays from 10 am to 5 pm www.glenroefarm.com e: mail@glenroefarm.com Phone: 01 2872288 Kilcoole Wicklow
Santa at Powerscourt House & Gardens	We are delighted to say that Santa will once again be at Powerscourt House & Gardens in Enniskerry again this year. For visiting times and events please visit our webpage Visit our stables at the Garden Pavilion and see Santa's reindeer before they fly off on Christmas Eve! Start: 26/11 End: 23/12 www.powerscourt.ie/events
Christmas at Lullymore	Lullymore Christmas is a truly traditional Christmas family event in Lullymore Heritage Park located in the Bog of Allen just 5 miles outside of Rathangan in west Kildare. Visit Lullymore Heritage & Discovery Park for some festive cheer and a refreshingly traditional and memorable Christmas experience for both young and old. The Park is transformed into an enchanted Winter wonderland of fun with train trips, fairy village, playtime, crib scene, lots of busy elves and of course the main man, Santa Claus. Start: 26/11 End: 23/12 www.lullymoreheritagepark.com Phone: 045 870238
Santa’s Magical Trail	"Line Up" hop unto Santa's Magical Carraige, drive to Santas Farm to visit Rudolph and the other animals, journey through Santa's Home, visit Snow White's Cottage, enjoy the outdoor Snow Room and much more! Find out more about this great family event... Start: 02/12 End: 23/12 Clanard Court Hotel, Athy, Co. Kildare
Santa at Tayto Park	With a little bit of Christmas magic, Santa will be transforming The Rafter Room at the Lodge into the most enchanting grotto ever seen outside of Lapland! And he’s bringing his elves too who’ll be hard at work making wonderful toys for all the girls and boys!Our two shops will also be packed to the brim with an array of Christmas gifts for all. Start: 02/12 End: 23/12 Times: Friday – Sunday 12-5pm Admission: Over 3 years – €20, under 3 years - €10, Adults – €12 www.taytocrisps.ie Phone: 01 8351999 Tayto Park, Kilbrew, Ashbourne, Co.Meath
Causey Christmas Experience	Visiting Santa's house, Slide down into the toy workshop and play with the toys. Make your way through the Elves' door to Santa's Parlour. Listen carefully, is that a noise on the roof? You'd never know who might arrive down the chimney - and of course he has a gift for all the children - Hope your name is on one of his parcels! Visit Christmas Cottage to experience an old Irish Christmas; Make a wish as you stir the pudding! And of course don't forget to Visit the reindeer as they relax before their big night. Pre-Booking essential. Start: 03/12 End: 23/12 Times: Start times vary from 2pm-6.30pm depending on the date Admission: Adults: €12.00, Children (aged 2-12): €20.00, Infants (aged 1-2): €6.00 www.causey.ie e: info@causey.ie Phone: 046 9434135 Causey Farm, Girley, Fordstown, Navan Meath
Irelands Lapland at Glendeer Farm	Glendeer is transformed into Ireland's Lapland for the month of December and all facilities are undercover. There is an animated snow scene & also an indoor sand area with diggers & a slide to keep the children entertained. Llama from South America, ostrich from Africa, Vietnamese pot belly pigs, deer, goats, emu, donkies, rabbits, pupies and lots more animals & birds meet & greet all the visitors while yoletide music confirms the event of Christmas. Start: 03/12 End: 23/12 Times: Mon-Fri: 4pm-7pm / Sat-Sun: 3pm-7pm Admission: TBC www.glendeer.com Phone: 090 6437147 Glendeer Pet Farm, Curryroe, Drum, Athlone, Co. Westmeath
Santa at Grove Gardens	Are you looking for a Magical and Exciting Christmas this year as it is the most wonderful time of the year Especially Santa at Grove Gardens. Each year Santa, his Elves and Animals visit this quiet rural farm at Grove Gardens Fordstown, Kells, Co. Meath. Stroll through Santa’s secret Tunnel where you will find his bedroom, Kitchen and see where Santa keeps all the reins for the reindeer. Write your letter with missy the Elf in Santa’s Post Office. More information... Start: 10/12 End: 23/12 Admission: €18 per Child, PARENTS FREE all other visitors €5 www.santaatgrovegardens.com e: santaatgrovegardens@gmail.com Phone: 046 9434276 Grove Gardens, Fordstown, Kells Meath
Munster
Cosmic Christmas at the Castle	Cosmic Christmas at CIT Blackrock Castle Observatory celebrates the festive season with a twist! Suspend your disbelief and visit Santa and his cosmic crew in December. You can Email your letter to Santa at the North Pole via our radio telescope, Visit our Cosmos at the Castle exhibition, Get an astro gift bag and much more! Start: 17/12 End: 23/12 Times: 11:00 – 18:00 Admission: €10 per child www.bco.ie Phone: 021 4357917 CIT Blackrock Castle Observatory, Castle Road, Blackrock, Cork
Christmas Snow Workshops	Before school begins again, CIT Blackrock Castle Observatory combines Christmas and science for fun and educational workshops to teach you how to make snow globes and other out of this world Christmas goodies! Drop-in workshops cost €5 per child. Start: 27/12 End: 08/01 Times: 14:00 – 15:30 Admission: €5 per child www.bco.ie Phone: 021 4357917 CIT Blackrock Castle Observatory, Castle Road, Blackrock, Cork
Ulster