Festive fun
Looking for something to do this week in the lead up to Christmas?
There's lots of events happening in Dublin that'll be sure to put you in the festive spirit.
Wonderlights
Wonderlights at Malahide Castle honestly looks magical!
This year’s ‘The Night Sky’ sensory lightshow is bursting with breathtaking visuals of icy Arctic Forests, astonishing Northern Lights, and mesmerizing Meteor Showers.
There's also a fabulous Winter Village with everything from Griolladh's mouth-watering grilled cheese sambos to something sweet from Sprinkles Desserts or The Rolling Donut.
They're also offering 15% off visits post-Christmas with the code 'POSTXMAS'.
Find out more here.
2. Christmas At The Castle
Expect a range of food and drink providers, evening music performances and the very best of Irish design and craftsmanship for sale.
While this free ticketed event is completely booked out online, you could still be admitted at the door if there are no shows.
However, it's all at the discretion of security who will be monitoring numbers.
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3. Ice Skating
Nothing says Christmas like a trip to an ice skating rink!
You could try Dundrum on Ice, which you can find out more about here.
Or click here for details on ice skating in Blanchardstown, where they've Ireland's largest ice rink.
And there's also ice skating in swords, which you can read about here.
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4. Stella Cinema
Why not treat yourself and a loved one to a night out at the Stella Cinema.
They're screening a number of Christmas classics including Elf, Home Alone and Love Actually.
Find out more here.
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5. The Gaiety Theatre
Or if you'd prefer to see a pantomime, The Gaiety Theatre are showing The Jungle Book right up until January 22nd.
Find out more here.
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6. A Visit To The Ginger Man
The Ginger Man has everyone talking with their incredible Christmas decorations.
The pub looks so cosy inside.
Check out the below video:
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7. Christmas at the Guinness Storehouse
The Guinness Storehouse is a great trip at the best of times, but at Christmas it's absolutely magical.
This year, they've added a collaboration by New York-based Irish visual artist GRIF which celebrates coming home for Christmas.
It's running until 6th January, and you can find out more here.
Happy Christmas!
