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Ireland has a rich tradition of markets and festival. That’s probably why, every year in December, Christmas Markets are set up in big cities and delight Irish families during more than one month. Winter is coming, but Christmas is already here! We prepared a list of the best one in the country for you. So take you coat, it’s time to enjoy Christmas markets in Ireland!
Glow: Cork Christmas Market
If you’re looking to immerse yourself in the Christmas spirit, Glow is for you. Willing to be more magical than ever, you can visit the food and craft market on Grand Parade, listen to or sing carols by candlelight or enjoy the bustle of Christmas shopping in the English Market.
If you like theatre, Cork offers you the chance to enjoy two Christmas musicals in December: Cinderella at the Everyman Palace Theatre and Sleeping Beauty in the Cork Opera House. Visit the official website to learn more about events in the city.
Galway Continental Christmas Market
The Galway Continental Christmas Market in Eyre Square received over 400,000 visitors last year and there were more than 50 wooden chalets. But this year, we expect the market to be bigger and even better with the addition of live performances and entertainment from Galway’s top bands and DJs.
As previously, there will also be a range of retail activity including; hot food, snack and beverage, gift items and artisan food and craft offerings.
Don’t hesitate to visit its website, and more than that, to go to this Market!
Dublin St Stephen’s Green Christmas Market
With more than 60 trade concessions located in traditional wooden chalets along the exterior of St Stephen’s Green Park between Grafton Street and Merrion Row, the Market will offer a unique selection of quality Irish made handcrafted gift items, including accessories, woodcrafts, jams, preserves and prints, as well as seasonal food and drinks to include charcoal grills, crepes, bratwurst and chocolate fountain.
Notice that the market is free to the public and will open daily from 12 noon to 8pm.
Belfast Continental Christmas Market
Enjoy the Belfast Continental Christmas Market in Donegall Square and its fantastic range of food, beverages, crafts and decorations on offer from across Europe and beyond – browse a selection of handbags, satchels, socks, hats and gloves, wooden toys, essential oils, crystals, hand-painted pottery, Christmas decorations and much more!
Which one you will prefer? Try them all before answering!
