Christmas Events Guide 2025: Celbridge, Lucan & Dublin
Looking for festive things to do this Christmas in Celbridge, Lucan, or Dublin? From charming community events and Christmas concerts to magical markets, winter lights, and family-friendly attractions, there’s something for everyone to enjoy this festive season./
We’ve put together a handy Christmas Events Guide for 2025, highlighting the best seasonal experiences across North Kildare, West Dublin, and Dublin City — perfect for families, couples, and anyone looking to soak up the Christmas spirit.
🎄 Christmas Events in Celbridge, Co. Kildare
Celbridge truly shines at Christmas, combining strong community spirit with stunning heritage locations.
Christmas at Castletown House
One of the most popular Christmas attractions in Kildare, Castletown House offers beautifully decorated interiors, festive tours, and family-friendly experiences in a magical historic setting.
🔗 https://castletown.ie/christmas-at-castletown/
Glenveagh Community Christmas Event – Barnhall Meadows
A lovely community-focused celebration bringing neighbours together with festive activities, seasonal entertainment, and plenty of Christmas cheer.
🔗 https://glenveagh.ie/news/community-christmas-event-barnhall-meadows
Connor McKeon – A Merry Soulful Christmas
Enjoy a cosy night out with this live Christmas music performance featuring soulful festive classics — perfect for getting into the holiday mood.
🔗 https://www.eventbrite.ie/e/connor-mc-keon-a-merry-soulful-christmas-tickets-1742355886359
🎄 Christmas Events in Lucan, Co. Dublin
Lucan offers a brilliant mix of festive entertainment, live music, family activities, and community events throughout December.
The Christmas Circus of Wonders & Curiosities – Lucan House
A spectacular festive circus experience featuring acrobatics, contortion, fire performances, and live music — all set within the beautiful grounds of Lucan House.
📅 21 November 2025 – 4 January 2026
🔗 https://brokentheatre.ie
The Merriest of Music Concert – St Andrew’s Church
A traditional Christmas concert featuring beloved carols and operatic favourites in the stunning surroundings of St Andrew’s Church.
📅 Friday, 19 December 2025 | 8:00 PM
🔗 https://www.eventbrite.ie
Christmas Concert with the Local Vocals – Clondalkin Library
A relaxed and festive midweek concert, ideal for those who enjoy local music and a warm community atmosphere.
📅 Tuesday, 16 December 2025 | 6:00 PM
🔗 https://www.sdcc.ie
🍻 Foxhunter Christmas Party Nights
Festive party nights at The Foxhunter, featuring a welcome drink, food platters, live band, and DJ — perfect for a Christmas night out with friends or colleagues.
📅 Various dates including Friday, 12 December 2025
🔗 https://thefoxhunter.ie
📚 Library & Community Christmas Activities (Lucan Area)
Christmas Storytime & Craft – North Clondalkin Library
A festive storytelling and craft session designed especially for younger children — a lovely daytime activity for families.
📅 Tuesday, 16 December 2025 | 3:00 PM
🔗 https://www.eventbrite.ie
Christmas Wreath Making Workshop
Get creative this Christmas with a hands-on wreath-making workshop. Materials are provided (excluding personal foliage).
📅 16 December 2025
🔗 https://www.eventbrite.ie
🎆 Main Christmas Events & Markets in Dublin 2025
Planning a festive day out in Dublin City? These are some of the top Christmas markets and attractions in Dublin for 2025.
🎠 TwinkleTown – Smithfield Square
Dublin’s major Christmas market experience featuring ice skating, fairground rides, a Ferris wheel, live shows, food stalls, and festive market vendors.
📅 28 November 2025 – 4 January 2026
🔗 https://twinkletown.ie
🎄 Dublin Loves Christmas – The RDS
A free-entry Christmas event with a lively festive atmosphere, Bavarian-style stalls, food, crafts, and family entertainment.
📅 15 November – 23 December 2025
🔗 https://www.dublinloveschristmas.ie
🎁 Henry Street & Mary Street Christmas Markets
Dublin City Council’s much-loved city-centre markets with festive stalls, entertainment, and Santa visits in the heart of the shopping district.
📅 24 November – 24 December 2025
🔗 https://dublin.ie/whats-on/christmas-in-dublin/
🌿 Sustainable Christmas Market – National Botanic Gardens
A perfect option for eco-conscious shoppers looking for sustainable gifts in a beautiful festive setting.
🛍️ Temple Bar Square Christmas Market
A family-friendly Christmas market with festive stalls, live performances, and Santa visits in Temple Bar.
📅 27 November – 21 December 2025
🔗 https://dublin.ie/whats-on/christmas-in-dublin/
🎄 South Dublin Christmas Markets
Local festive markets across Clondalkin and Tallaght, offering crafts, food stalls, and community entertainment.
📅 From 28 November 2025
🔗 https://dublin.ie/whats-on/christmas-in-dublin/
✨ More Festive Things to Do in Dublin This Christmas
While not markets, these seasonal highlights are well worth adding to your Christmas plans:
- Dublin Winter Lights – city-wide festive light installations throughout December ✨
- South Dublin On Ice (Tallaght) – real ice rink fun for all ages ⛸️
- Dublin Zoo Wild Lights & Market Village – illuminated zoo trail with festive food stalls and Santa’s Grotto 🎄
Whether you’re staying local in Celbridge or Lucan or heading into Dublin City, Christmas 2025 offers an incredible range of festive events, markets, concerts, and family activities. From cosy community gatherings to large-scale Christmas markets, there’s no shortage of ways to enjoy the season.
✨ Bookmark this guide and check back — we’ll update it if more events are announced!