Here for you are some of the events for Christmas in Kildare 2024
Christmas Opening Hours For the Heritage Centre :
Monday 23rd Closed
Tuesday 24th - 9:30 am - 2:00 pm Open
Wednesday 25th - Wednesday January 1st Closed!
Thursday 2nd - 9.30 am - 5.00 pm Open
Santa’s Christmas Adventure 2024
Visit Kildare Farm Foods for a memorable family-friendly Christmas experience with a private visit to Santa, personalized gifts for children and families, a virtual rollercoaster ride to the North Pole, and a chance to explore the open farm. Enjoy seasonal fun with Rudolph and friends, the Farm Shop Express, and the Tractor Café, making it a magical outing for all ages.
Location:
Kildare Farm Foods, Rathmuck
Times:
See website for more info
Website: www.kildarefarmfoods.com
Discovery Playtime Christmas Disco
Join the festive fun at the Osprey Hotel on Sunday, December 1st, with 90 minutes of dancing, games, crafts, face painting, and sensory play for children aged 1-8, led by the playful Discovery Playtime Elves. Don’t miss the bubbles, raffle prizes, and family games—babies under 12 months attend free, so dress in your holiday best and get ready for endless fun!
Location:
Osprey Hotel, Devoy Quarter, Naas
Times:
12.00 pm - 1.30pm
And
3.00pm - 5.00pm
Website: www.eventbrite.ie
Christmas Winter Wonderland at Barretstown
Join us for a magical Christmas experience at Barretstown's Winter Wonderland on Saturday 30th November and on Sunday 1st December.
Enjoy festive fun for the whole family, including visits to Santa’s Grotto, live performances, a Christmas market, and much more
When: Saturday, November 30 - Sunday, December 1, 2024
Where: Barretstown Castle, Ballymore Eustace
Website: Barretstown
Location:
Barretstown Castle, Ballymore Eustace
Times:
Check Website for details
Website: www.barretstown.org
Christmas with the Corrigan’s
Join us for a festive celebration with the Corrigan family filled with holiday cheer, delicious food, and fun activities!
When: Saturday, November 16, 2024, 5 PM
Where: Palmerstown House Estate, Naas
Website: The Corrigan's
Charity Christmas Concert
Come join us at Ss. Mary and Laurence Church for a festive celebration filled with joy and wonder. This charity event, in support of the Irish Cancer Society, promises to be a magical experience, guaranteed to get you into the Christmas spirit.
When: Thursday, December 19, 2024, 8 PM
Where: Ss. Mary and Laurence Church, Crookstown
Website: Book Charity Concert here
Echo Echo Dance Theatre Present Winter’s Dream
A little snowman dares to dream of making the impossible possible
This is a story of curiosity and hope
Where the magic of winter meets the joy of spring
And reminds us to find the beauty and joy in all the seasons
When: Various dates in December 2024
Where: Newbridge
Website: www.riverbank.ie
Location:
The Riverbank Arts Centre, Newbridge.
Times:
Check website for details
Website: www.riverbank.ie
Santa's House Express
Santa's House Express is back to its traditional best, all the family will embark on a magical train journey. Take a trip to Santa's Manor, spend time with Mrs Claus as she prepares the Christmas cookies and meet the main man himself in this festive experience like no other! Each child will receive a collectable eco-friendly cuddly toy to cherish for years to come.
When: November 22 - December 23, 2024
Where: Palmerstown House Estate, Johnstown, Kill, Co Kildare
Website: Santa's House Express
Location:
Palmerstown House Estate, Johnstown, Kill
Times:
Check website for details
Website: www.santashouseexpress.ie
Naas Christmas Markets
Come and visit Naas town and experience Christmas Markets , festive lights and much more. Check out their facebook page for updates and information.
When: Saturday, November 30 and Saturday, December 7, 2024, 10 AM - 5:30 PM
Where: Abbey Street and Potato Market, Naas
Website: Naas Christmas Markets
Location:
Abbey Street and the Potato Market, Naas Town.
Times:
Saturday November 30th and Saturday 7th December
10:00 am to 5:30 pm
Website:
Christmas Countdown Celebrations at the Irish National Stud & Gardens
Join us this December 17th & 18th for Christmas Countdown Celebrations at the Irish National Stud & Gardens. Try out our themed activities such as candy cane crafts workshops, circus shows, festive storytelling and more. There will be giant games and other fun activities, sure to keep the little ones entertained
When: December 17 & 18, 2024, 11 AM - 3 PM
Where: Irish National Stud & Gardens, Kildare
Website: Irish National Stud
Location:
Irish National Stud and Gardens, Kildare Town.
Times:
December 17th and 18th
11:00 am to 3:00 pm
Website:
Santa's Reindeer Hospital 2024 - Fully Booked !
This event is now fully booked! Please do not contact the Heritage Centre as we do not have tickets.
Kildare Town Court House will once again be transformed into a magical Santa Expereince. Come meet Mrs Cluas, meet Santa and check in on his Reindeer. You may even pick up some Reindeer food to bring home!
When: November 22 - December 22, 2024, various times
Where: The Old Courthouse, Dublin Street, Kildare Town
Website: Visit Kildare Town Projects for upcoming events - this event is now FULLY BOOKED!
Location:
The Old Courthouse, Dublin Street, Kildare Town.
Times:
December 17th and 18th
11:00 am to 3:00 pm
Website:
This event is now fully booked - No tickets available
Past Times Community Choir and Voices of Spring – A Ray of Hope
Past Times Community Choir and Voices of Spring are joining forces again for an uplifting programme of festive music.
With a combined total of 70+ singers, the choirs will lift the roof of Newbridge Town Hall with a dynamic selection of classic carols and modern Christmas hits. If you’re looking for something to get you into the spirit of the season, this concert is for you!
When: Wednesday 11th December, 2024 - 12:00
Where: Newbridge Town Hall, Main Street, Newbridge
Website: www.riverbank.ie
Location:
Newbridge Town Hall
Times:
Wednesday 11th December 12:00 pm
Website:
SCHOOLS: An Nollaig sa Naigín
Set on Christmas Day in three successive years and built around the seminal work that is ‘An Nollaig sa Naigín’ (‘Christmas in The Noggin’), this stage presentation is a sensitive, child-oriented, seasonal celebration of Christmas childhood, conveyed through the spoken word, song and music.
When: Thursday 19th December, 2024 - 11:00
Where: Riverbank Arts Centre, Newbridge
Website: www.riverbank.ie
Location:
Riverbank Arts Centre, Newbridge
Times:
Thursday 19th December 11:00 am
Website:
More Events Coming Soon
Please Check our Events Page for more information on all events.
If you are running and event or know of one we don’t have listed please send us an email and we will advertise it for you.
email : emmakildaretownheritagecentre@gmail.com