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Popular Christmas Markets in and around Loughrea

2023 Popular Christmas Markets in and around Loughrea

Discover the magic of the Christmas Markets in and around Loughrea, embrace the festive spirit and explore the enchanting Christmas markets in our community.

Date: Saturday, 25th November 2023
Time: 11.30am – 7.30pm
Location: Charlie’s Bar Beer Garden on Main Street, Loughrea

Discover unique gifts, tasty treats, and crafts at this Loughrea Christmas Market.

Don’t miss: Christmas Lights Turning On: 5pm on Loughrea’s Main Street. Witness the magic as Loughrea’s Main Street lights up for the season thanks to Loughrea Community Lights.

Slieve Aughty Centre’s Winter Market

Wander through Slieve Aughty Centre’s enchanting Christmas market, featuring an array of craft stalls with beautiful, handcrafted gifts that are perfect for the season of giving.

Date: Sunday, 26 November, Sunday, 3 December & Sunday, 10 December
Time: 11am – 4pm
Location: Slieve Aughty Centre, Kylebrack, Loughrea, Co. Galway, Ireland. H62 DX77

Kilnadeema NS Parents Association Christmas Fair

Kilnadeema National School, as the Parents Association is thrilled to invite you to their annual Christmas Fair on Sunday, 3 December, from 12pm to 4pm.

Event highlights:

  • Santa’s Grotto: Meet the man in red and create lasting memories!
  • Craft Fair: Discover unique, handmade treasures for your loved ones.
  • Cake Sale: Indulge your sweet tooth with delicious homemade treats.
  • Raffle: Test your luck for a chance to win fantastic goodies.

Visit Santa:

  • Capture the magic with a family photo!
  • Each child receives a special selection box.
  • Pricing: 10 euro per child, 25 euro for 3 children or more.
  • Pre-booking is essential. Secure your spot for Santa’s Grotto by booking in advance. Email streston10@gmail.com to reserve your magical moment.

Ballymana N.S. Christmas Market and Tractor, Vintage Car & Honda 50 Run

Get ready for a day of festive fun and excitement in Craughwell on Sunday, 26 November 2023, for the Ballymana N.S. Christmas Market and Tractor, Vintage Car, and Honda 50 Run. It’s all for a great cause – to support the development of an Astro Turf Pitch at Ballymana National School.

Christmas Market
When: 10:30 AM – 4:00 PM
Where: St. Michael’s Hall, Craughwell

Come and explore a wonderful Christmas market featuring a wide range of stalls, perfect for finding unique gifts, festive treats, and holiday decorations. It’s an ideal opportunity to kickstart your festive shopping and ease into the Christmas season. A Raffle for Hampers and other prizes will take place at 3.30pm in St. Michael’s Hall. It’s a great chance to win some fabulous goodies and support Ballymana N.S.

If you’d like to book a stall at the Christmas Market, please call 087-7652858 or email info@ballymanans.ie

Tractor, Vintage Car & Honda 50 Run

Registration: Ballymana NS, Ballymana Craughwell, H91 A3P1
Registration Time: 12:30 PM – 1:00 PM
Starting at 2:30 PM
Starting Point: Ballymana N.S.
Finishing Point: St. Michael’s Hall, Craughwell

Craughwell Christmas Market

Mark your calendars for the second annual Christmas Market Night at The Flow Life Craughwell, on Friday, 17 November, with doors opening at 6:30 pm – 9pm for an enchanting evening filled with local delights.

Date: Friday, 17th November
Time: 6:30 pm – 9pm
Location: The Flow Life Craughwell

‘Tis the season to shop local and make lasting memories!

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