Christmas in Ballyhoura

Mallow Christmas Lights Switch-On

Sunday, 23rd November
Enjoy the magic as Mallow lights up for the holiday season — with music, cheer, and festive fun for all!

Mallow Castle Illumination Walk

Sunday, 7th December
Take a magical evening stroll through the beautifully lit Mallow Castle grounds — a truly enchanting Christmas experience.

Bring your friends, family, and Christmas spirit — Mallow is ready to shine bright this festive season!

Croom Christmas Craft Market

Get into the holiday spirit at the Croom Christmas Craft Market!
Celebrate the season and find unique, handmade gifts, beautiful crafts, and festive decorations from local vendors. It's the perfect place to shop small for everyone on your list!
Door fee is €2, and Children under 16 are FREE! We can't wait to see you there!

Event Details:

• Date: Sunday, 23 November 2025
• Time: 11:00 – 3:00pm
• Location: Croom Sports Complex, Croom Co Limerick, V35 PT04
• Link: Click Here

Christmas Wreath Workshop | Rockbarton Garden Centre

Get into the holiday spirit and craft your own magical Christmas wreath at our exclusive workshop! Immerse yourself in the enchanting world of festive creativity as we guide you step-by-step in designing a wreath that will bring cheer to your home all season long.

Event Details:

• Dates: 26th November, 1st December, 3rd December
• Time: 7 PM
• Location: Rockbarton Garden Centre, Holycross, Bruff, Co. Limerick​
• Price: 75€ (All Inlcusive)
• Link: Click Here

Make Your own Christmas Decorations | Lough Gur Pottery

Create up to six ceramic Christmas decorations in this fun, festive workshop with Clair from Lough Gur Pottery. Over two hours, you’ll learn simple techniques and use a range of cutters, textures, and colours to design your own unique pieces. Afterward, your decorations will be fired and glazed, ready for collection in 14 days—just in time for your tree. Enjoy mulled punch, mince pies, Christmas tunes, and plenty of festive cheer on the night!

Event Details:

• Dates: Thursday, 27th November, Friday November 28th
• Time: 7 PM
• Location: Lough Gur Pottery Rockbarton, Bruff, Co. Limerick, V35 DY77
• Price: 65€
• Link: Click Here

Christmas Craft and Wellbeing Workshop

Join us for a relaxing and creative festive morning, featuring wool felting and wreath making, along with a gentle discussion on wellbeing and self-care during the Christmas season. All materials are provided, and you can enjoy tea, coffee, and festive treats as you craft, connect, and unwind.

Event Details:

• Date: Friday, 5 December 2025
• Time: 10:00 AM – 1:00 PM
• Location: Forest Hall, New Square, Brigown, Mitchelstown, Co. Cork
• Link: Click Here

Christmas Wreath Workshop

High quality Wreath base, assorted greenery and foliage, decorative ribbon and ornaments, all necessary tools and materials supplied.

Book today for this fun and educational workshop, where you’ll take home your own Wreath creation but also the knowledge to recreate more wreaths for holiday seasons.

Event Details:

• Date: Thursday, 27 November 2025
• Time: 8:00 – 10:00 PM
• Location: Charleville Park Hotel, Limerick Rd, Rathgoggan North, Charleville, Co. Cork, P56 V268
• Price: €75
• Link: Click Here

Kilbehenny Christmas Craft Fair

Join us for a festive evening packed with atmosphere, creativity, and community spirit! Browse a fantastic selection of locally made crafts and gifts, perfect for the Christmas season. Santa will be calling in to check who’s been good this year, and the night will be rounded off with the magical switching on of the Christmas lights. A wonderful family-friendly event not to be missed!

Event Details:

• Date: Saturday, 6 December 2025
• Time: 6:00 PM – 09:00 PM
• Location: Kilbehenny Community CentreChurchquarter, Co. Limerick
• Link: Click Here

Kilmallock Christmas Fest

Friday 5th December
6:30 PM: Christmas Lights, Santa music & Street Entertainment

Saturday 6th December
10:30 AM: Pancakes with Mrs Claus (Eventbrite)
11 AM: Local Produce Market at Library
12 PM & 2 PM: Christmas Crafting (Eventbrite)
6 PM: Pool Tournament at Fitgerald’s (Register on the day)
8 PM: Christmas Jingle Mingle at Houlihan’s
10 PM: Music with Ciaran O’Gorman

Sunday 7th December
11 AM: Medieval Town Walk
1 PM: Christmas Bazaar Pastoral Centre
1:30 PM: Jingle Bell at GAA Complex (Eventbrite)
4 PM: Darts Tournament at Houlihan’s (Register on the day)

An enchanting celebration of North Cork , Music, Theatre & Gourmet Dining

The Verdant Troupe invites you to an unforgettable festive weekend that will delight all your senses:

• Friday Night – Classical elegance with flautist Éilis O’Sullivan and classical guitarist Gerry Creedon.
• Saturday Night – A breathtaking performance by the acclaimed choir Various Voices.
• A Feast for the Senses - Enjoy an exquisite multi-course dinner by renowned Doneraile chef Jack O’Keeffe, perfectly paired with complimentary wines.
• The Grand Finale - Step into the dramatic world of Canon Sheehan’s Glenanaar, brought to life by members of The Verdant Troupe.

Details:

• Date: 5th December & 6th December 2025
  
• Time: 7 PM
• Townhouse Interiors, Main street, Doneraile, P51 Y304
• Link: Eventbrite

Santa Meet & Greet

Come join us at The Parlour for a jolly good time with the man in red.
Get ready for some festive fun and holiday cheer at this in-person event.

Details:

• Date: Sunday 7th December 2025
• Time: 12 PM
• Location: ACM Community Centre, 14-15 Castle Street, Castleconnell, Co. Limerick.
• Link: Eventbrite

Little Miss Muffet’s Christmas Adventure

When Miss Muffet’s magical tuffet — which grants a Christmas wish every year — is stolen by Ditzi Devilola the Dim Witch, Nursery Land springs into action. With help from a Handsome Prince, Jack and Jill, and a few unexpected friends (including a certain famous spider!), the race is on to save Christmas. Packed with music, laughs, and plenty of audience participation, this family-friendly show brings the beloved nursery rhyme to life in a fun, festive adventure.

Details:

• Date: Wednesday 10th - Friday 12th December 2025
• Time: 10 AM & 12 PM
• Location: Friars Gate Theatre, Friars Gate Theatre Kilmallock Co. Limerick
• Link: www.friarsgate.ie
  
  
  

Mitchelstown Christmas Concert

All the Joy of the Christmas season awaits the audience at the Mitchelstown Christmas Concert at Saint George’s Arts and Heritage Centre on Friday, 12th December at 8pm. This amazing variety concert will include all the Christmas favourite carols and songs being performed by Eugene O’Callaghan and Ali Price, The Ballindangan Folk Choir and Mark Lyndon. Tickets €25 are available from the Centre (087 4696913) through local outlets or on Eventbrite.

Details:

• Date: Friday, 12th December
• Time: 8 pm
• Location: Saint George's Arts and Heritage Centre, Brigown, County Cork, P67 XC61, Ireland
• Booking: Eventbrite

Kilfinane Intercultural Winterfest

Friday, 12th December 2025:
Cafe & Chat
at Kelleher’s at 07:30 PM

Saturday, 13th December 2025:

• 10:00 am - 06:00 pm, Visit to Santa, at Teach na Cille
• Daytime, Intercultural Celebration, at OCR
• 11:00 am - 01:00 pm, Children’s Activities, at OCR
• 02:00 pm - 03:30 pm, Knit & Knatter, at OCR
• 02:00 - 03:30 pm, Storytelling, at OCR

Sunday, 14th December 2025:

• 09:00 am - 11:00 am, Craft Workshop, at OCR, (Book in advance, 088275944)
• 12:00 pm - 04:30 pm, Craft Fair, at OCR
• 05:00 pm, Lighting of the Tree Fountain

Christmas Party Night Saturday

Get into the Christmas spirit with a fantastic festive celebration at the Firgrove Hotel!

Your evening begins with a cosy mulled wine reception, followed by a delicious four-course festive meal prepared by our talented chefs. After dinner, enjoy an unforgettable night of entertainment with live music from Electric Blue, and keep the party going with our DJ playing late into the night.

Event Details:

• Date: Saturday, 13th December 2025
• Location: Firgrove Hotel, Cahir Hill, Dublin Road, Cahir Hill, Mitchelstown, Co. Cork
• Price: Tickets 65 €
• Booking: Bookings can be made by calling the team on 025-24111

Santa's Grotto at The Castle Oaks

Santa and his jolly team of elves are gearing up for their grand global journey, and they’ve decided to make a special stop at The Castle Oaks House Hotel before the big night.

After a bustling year of toy-making and holiday preparations, Santa is looking forward to a cozy retreat with us. Eager to meet all the boys and girls before he sets off on his magical sleigh ride. Join us in our enchanting Grotto to experience the wonder and joy of the season.

Details:

• Date: Thursday 4th, Tuesday 9th, Wednesday 10th, Thursday 11th, Tuesday 16th, Wednesday 17th, Thursday 18th December
• Location: Castle Oaks House Hotel, Castleconnell, Co. Limerick
• Link: Book Here