Feel the magic! Gather your loved ones, family and friends and come into the city centre to see Dublin in all its glory.
Christmas at the Mansion House
The IFA Live Animal Crib returns to the Lord Mayor’s official residence, the Mansion House on Dawson Street. This long-standing tradition brings the magic of the Christmas nativity scene to the heart of Dublin City. This life-size stable has sheep, a donkey and a goat which are provided and cared for by the Irish Farmers’ Association. The Live Animal Crib is open daily from 11am to 4pm until Christmas Even, when it will close at 1pm.
At the Mansion House, experience a starry wonderland under a captivating canopy of shimmering festival lights at Dublin Mansion House on Dawson Street. There will be a Sensory Space for those who need a break from the sensory stimulation that Christmas in the city centre brings.
The magic of Merrion Square Park
There’s one week left to enjoy the magic of ‘Dublin City Council Dublin Winter Lights’ at Merrion Square Park. Lights will shine bright through the trees and across the park with projections adding colour and texture to the paths. Marvel as Merrion Square Park transforms into a wonderland of light, including an impressive 8-metre holographic snow globe, angel wings, a festive forest and beautiful, colourful flowers. Have fun playing a giant game of Tic, Tac, Toe followed by dancing on the interactive, light-fantastic dance floor! It’s lots of fun for everyone!
Great value – tickets just €2
This event is great value with tickets just €2 each. Each ticket admits one adult and up to two children. Entry starts at 5pm each evening. Book soon as the final evening is Sunday 22nd December. For tickets, visit dublinwinterlights.ie
Relaxed Viewing Times at Merrion Square Park
5pm to 5.30pm on Thursday, Friday, Saturday and Sunday evenings are reserved for Relaxed Viewing Tickets. This time slot is designed to welcome people who will benefit from a more relaxed environment, including those who identify as neurodiverse. During this slot, no music will be played and people will have more space to move around. At all sessions, there will be a designated sensory unit away from the lights and sounds. Click here to book Relaxed Viewing Tickets.
Enjoy dazzling lights in Dublin City Centre
‘Dublin City Council Dublin Winter Lights’ is packed with favourite locations and great new ones. With an ever-expanding and exciting Festival, enjoy favourites like Merrion Square Park, Custom House, Millennium Bridge, Samuel Beckett Bridge and the GPO as well as great new light installations on James Joyce Bridge, along the Liffey Boardwalk and on Hugh Lane Gallery. Find out more about the locations and artists at dublinwinterlights.ie
