Christmas in Limerick

The Christmas in Limerick 2024 launch video highlights that the “Magic Starts with You” this Christmas in Limerick. No matter what Christmas means to you, be it family, friends, shopping, night life, or relaxing by the fire, Limerick City and County has some magic for you.

From Limerick’s first ever illuminated Christmas procession, to ice-skating, circus acts, festive food and sparkling lights, Limerick has something for everyone to enjoy at the most wonderful time of the year!

Here is a selection of some of the Christmas crackers to add to your wish list: 

• A Magical Winter's Tale
  On Sunday, December 1 at 7:30pm, LUXE Theatre Company presents a magical, illuminated Christmas procession in Limerick. Enjoy wintry performers and larger than life characters as they enchant the city streets with seasonal fairy tales and guiding stars.


• Limerick On Ice
  Limerick’s beloved ice-skating rink returns to Arthur’s Quay Park on Friday, November 15. Whether you’re a seasoned skater or a beginner, enjoy the magic of real ice. It’s the perfect winter family fun activity.


• Fossett’s Christmas Circus at Cleeves
  Experience the magic of Fossett’s Circus in Limerick from December 19 to January 07. Take in the acrobatics, daredevil stunts, and festive fun with Otto the Clown and Marionn Fossett. Don’t miss it!


• Santa's Super Show
  Join the festive family sing-along with Rudolph, Frosty the Snowman, Elf and Santa at the Millennium Theatre, Sunday 1 December.


• Christmas Couture at the Castle
  Discover the latest fashion trends at King John’s Castle with Celia Holman Lee and the Holman Lee Agency on Saturday, December 7 at 12pm.


• Christmas at Limerick Milk Market 
  Embrace the festive spirit with delicious traditional food, handmade crafts and beautiful gifts. Enjoy the heated seats at the Open-Air Café, the Ivory Elephant Vintage Christmas Fair, Santa Paws and Santa Clause, and the Christmas Transition Year Enterprise Market.


• Christmas Tales by Limerick Fireside
  Join storyteller and musician David Collopy as he recounts stories of Christmas traditions gone by, including the Hunting of the Wren, Thomond Bridge on Christmas Eve, the bells of St. Mary’s Cathedral and Nollaig na Mban!


• Santa's Greenway Fancy Dress Cycle
  Limerick Greenway is hosting a festive family fun day this Christmas! Join Santa and Mrs. Claus on a charity cycle at 11am Sunday 8 December, followed by face painting, goodie bags and prizes for the best dressed! For a special memento of the day, get a photo with the main man himself!