Christmas Markets in Dublin 2026

15 Christmas markets for families in Dublin for Christmas 2026. Each listing shows the dates, opening times and entry prices published by the organiser, and what’s on for kids, with a link to the organiser’s own website.

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Clondalkin Christmas Market

Clondalkin

One of South Dublin County Council's four Christmas markets, with food, local crafts and seasonal treats outside the council's Civic Offices in Clondalkin village. Saturday 28 November 2026. The council has not published the times yet.

Sat 28 Nov

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Tallaght Christmas Market at Parthalan Place

Tallaght

One of South Dublin County Council's four Christmas markets, with food, local crafts and seasonal treats outside the council offices in Tallaght, beside Rua Red and The Civic. It is outdoors, so it depends on the weather. Friday 27...

Fri 27 Nov

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Rathfarnham Castle Park Christmas Market

Rathfarnham

One of South Dublin County Council's four Christmas markets, with food, local crafts and seasonal treats in Rathfarnham Castle Park. Saturday 12 December 2026. The council has not published the times yet.

Sat 12 Dec

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Lucan House Christmas Market

Lucan

One of South Dublin County Council's four Christmas markets, with craft and food stalls in the grounds of Lucan House. Sunday 6 December 2026, 11am to 6pm.

Sun 6 Dec

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Sustainable Christmas Fair at the Rediscovery Centre

Ballymun

A one-day Christmas fair of craftspeople and social enterprises at the Rediscovery Centre in Ballymun, with upcycled textiles, handwoven willow baskets, repurposed metal jewellery, natural skincare and candles. The Boiler House Café is...

Sat 5 Dec

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Christmas Craft Fair at the Seamus Ennis Arts Centre

The courtyard of the Seamus Ennis Arts Centre in the Naul fills with makers, music, food and fairy lights for a one-day Christmas craft fair: ceramics, jewellery, candles, art, wreaths, textiles and skincare, plus artisan breads, cakes,...

Sun 6 Dec

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National Botanic Gardens Sustainable Christmas Craft Market

Free
Glasnevin

A sustainable Christmas craft market indoors and outdoors at the National Botanic Gardens in Glasnevin, where every stallholder sells ethically made crafts, preferably handmade in Ireland. There are choirs and Christmas plant walks too....

Sat 12 – Sun 13 Dec

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SoCircular Christmas Market at City Hall

Free

A one-day Christmas market at Dublin's City Hall for the city's social enterprises and circular-economy makers, with handcrafted gifts, Christmas decorations, jewellery, homeware, books and local food, all with a focus on repair, reuse...

Sun 6 Dec

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The Fumbally Christmas Market

Free

A three-day indoor Christmas market over two floors of The Fumbally in the Liberties, with independent makers, artists, food producers and traders, mulled wine and mince pies, and the café open throughout. Friday 4 to Sunday 6 December...

Fri 4 – Sun 6 Dec

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Swords Castle Christmas Market

Free
Swords

Artisan craft stalls fill the grounds of Swords Castle, with handmade gifts, Christmas decorations, jewellery and local art, food trucks and seasonal treats, and live music and entertainment under a stretch tent on every trading day....

Fri 27 – Sun 29 Nov, Sat 5 – Sun 6 Dec

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Richmond Barracks Winter Fair

Inchicore

A winter fair at Richmond Barracks, the historic barracks in Inchicore that is now a heritage and community centre, with seasonal crafts, gifts, and food and drink from independent makers. Richmond Barracks runs free creative workshops...

Sat 28 – Sun 29 Nov

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Ardgillan Castle Christmas Craft Fair

Balbriggan

More than 30 local craftspeople sell Christmas gifts at Ardgillan Castle’s Christmas Craft Fair, and children can have elf face-painting. Saturday 5 and Sunday 6 December 2026.

Sat 5 – Sun 6 Dec

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Everwinter at the RDS

Ballsbridge

Everwinter is a Christmas festival at the RDS in Ballsbridge, with 45-minute skating sessions on the covered Mastercard Ice Rink and Robert Fossett's Christmas Circus in the Big Top. The full site is open 25 November to 23 December...

25 Nov 2026 – 3 Jan 2027 · €2.50 per person (12 and under free)

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TwinkleTown at St Patrick's Park

Free

TwinkleTown's second Dublin site is in St Patrick's Park in Dublin 8, beside St Patrick's Cathedral, with Christmas lights, choir performances and Christmas rides for younger children. Open 27 November to 23 December 2026, Monday to...

27 Nov – 23 Dec

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TwinkleTown at Smithfield Square

Free

TwinkleTown brings a Christmas market to Smithfield Square in Dublin 7, with ice skating, a big wheel and Santo Panto, a 20-minute Christmas show where every child gets an early Christmas gift. Open from 20 November to 31 December 2026....

20 Nov – 31 Dec

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Common questions

How many Christmas markets are there in Dublin for Christmas 2026?

Kids Patch lists 15 Christmas markets in Dublin for Christmas 2026. Each listing links straight through to the organiser’s own website — Kids Patch is free for parents to use and takes no booking fee or commission.

Whereabouts in Dublin can I find Christmas markets?

Across Dublin, there are Christmas markets in Balbriggan (1), Ballsbridge (1), Ballymun (1), Clondalkin (1), Glasnevin (1), Inchicore (1), Lucan (1), Rathfarnham (1), and 2 more.

When do Christmas markets in Dublin run?

15 of the 15 listings have published their dates. The earliest opens on 20 November and the latest runs until 3 January. The dates are the range each one runs within, often on selected days only, so check the organiser’s calendar before you travel.

How much do Christmas markets in Dublin cost?

1 of the 15 listings publish a headline ticket price: €2.50. Check what each ticket includes before booking.

Are there free Christmas markets in Dublin?

Yes — 6 of the 15 listings are free to attend. Some free events still ask you to book a place, so check each listing.

Are there sensory-friendly Christmas markets in Dublin?

Yes — 1 of the 15 listings advertise a sensory-friendly, relaxed or quiet session for children who prefer a calmer visit. The details, and how to book those sessions, are on each listing.

Do I need tickets for Christmas markets in Dublin?

6 of the 15 listings are free to walk in to, 3 link to a booking page for tickets or ticketed extras, and every listing links to the organiser’s own website for opening times. Kids Patch does not take bookings or payment.