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8 Christmas Markets around Loughrea worth checking out

8 Christmas Markets around Loughrea worth checking out

Christmas markets in and around Loughrea

  • 30 Nov: LOUGHREA CHRISTMAS MARKET
  • 01 Dec: BALLYMANA N.S. CHRISTMAS MARKET
  • 01 Dec: KILNADEEMA NS PARENTS ASSOCIATION CHRISTMAS FAIR
  • 7+8 Dec: SLIEVE AUGHTY CENTRE’S WINTER MARKET & FESTIVAL
  • 08 DEC: THE ABBEY CRAFT GROUP CHRISTMAS FAIR
  • 08 Dec: ST. THOMAS’ FOROIGE CLUB CHRISTMAS BAZAAR
  • 14+15 Dec: SLIEVE AUGHTY CENTRE’S WINTER MARKET & FESTIVAL
  • 15 Dec: CHRISTMAS CRAFT & GIFT FAIR at Loughrea Hotel & Spa

๐‹๐Ž๐”๐†๐‡๐‘๐„๐€ ๐‚๐‡๐‘๐ˆ๐’๐“๐Œ๐€๐’ ๐Œ๐€๐‘๐Š๐„๐“

Sat. 30 Nov. | 11.30am – 7.30pm

Location: Charlies Bar Loughrea, Main Street

From 11.30 AM to 7.30 PM, shop a fantastic selection of artisan crafts, seasonal treats, and unique gifts. Support local businesses and small vendors while finding the perfect present for your loved ones.

** DON’T MISS: Loughrea Christmas Lights Display – At 5 PM, join Loughrea Community Lights for the official lighting of the Christmas lights on Main Street, led by Santa himself! Heโ€™ll be accompanied by school bands and choirs, and special guests from the Loughrea Hurling Team, with the Tom Callanan Cup. Itโ€™s a magical moment you wonโ€™t want to miss!

This year, Loughrea Community Lights have a โ‚ฌ21,000 Giveaway fundraiser. Donations will directly support the maintenance and running costs of the beautiful Christmas lights that make our community shine bright during the Christmas.

How You Can Help: Donate to the Light Fund: Every contribution counts! Tickets available online at Loughrea Community Lights โ‚ฌ21,000 Giveaway or at the Christmas Market, or, visit participating shops: Dervans Fashions, Billyโ€™s Discount Store, Martin Dolan Expert Electrical, and Salon 11. Tickets are priced at โ‚ฌ20 for 1 ticket or โ‚ฌ50 for 3 tickets.

๐๐€๐‹๐‹๐˜๐Œ๐€๐๐€ ๐.๐’. ๐‚๐‡๐‘๐ˆ๐’๐“๐Œ๐€๐’ ๐Œ๐€๐‘๐Š๐„๐“

A selection of stalls will be available at the Christmas Market at St. Michaelโ€™s Hall, Craughwell, with all funds raised going towards developing facilities at Ballymana N.S. There will be a raffle for hampers and other prizes at 2.30pm in St. Michaelโ€™s.

  • Date: Sunday, 1st December
  • Time: 10am โ€“ 4pm
  • Location: St. Michaelโ€™s Hall, Craughwell
  • Enquiries: 087-7652858 OR info@ballymanans.ie

๐Š๐ˆ๐‹๐๐€๐ƒ๐„๐„๐Œ๐€ ๐๐’ ๐๐€๐‘๐„๐๐“๐’ ๐€๐’๐’๐Ž๐‚๐ˆ๐€๐“๐ˆ๐Ž๐ ๐‚๐‡๐‘๐ˆ๐’๐“๐Œ๐€๐’ ๐…๐€๐ˆ๐‘

This annual festive event promises a fun-filled day for all the family, featuring a craft fair, cake sale, raffle, and the opportunity to visit Santa in his Grotto. (For โ‚ฌ10 per child (or โ‚ฌ25 for 3 or more children), visitors can meet Santa, enjoy a family photo, and receive a special selection box. Pre-booking is essential to ensure a spot.)

  • Date: Sunday, 1st December
  • Time: 12pm โ€“ 4pm
  • Location: Kilnadeema National School
  • Enquiries: Contact Shirley at 087-9395448

๐’๐‹๐ˆ๐„๐•๐„ ๐€๐”๐†๐‡๐“๐˜ ๐‚๐„๐๐“๐‘๐„’๐’ ๐–๐ˆ๐๐“๐„๐‘ ๐Œ๐€๐‘๐Š๐„๐“ & ๐…๐„๐’๐“๐ˆ๐•๐€๐‹

Santa returns to Slieve Aughty Centre. from Santa’s Enchanted House, to their Christmas Craft Market and more, book your visit at https://slieveaughtycentre.com/family-christmas-festival…/

  • Date: 7th & 8th, 14th & 15th December
  • Time: 11am โ€“ 4pm
  • Location: Slieve Aughty Centre, Kylebrack, Loughrea. H62 DX77

๐“๐‡๐„ ๐€๐๐๐„๐˜ ๐‚๐‘๐€๐…๐“ ๐†๐‘๐Ž๐”๐ ๐‚๐‡๐‘๐ˆ๐’๐“๐Œ๐€๐’ ๐…๐€๐ˆ๐‘

The Abbey Craft Group are holding their annual Christmas Fair on Sunday, 8th December after 9am Mass until 1pm in the Carmelite Abbey House, Loughrea.

Cake sale, Bric a Brac and sale of work.

Light refreshments served. All very welcome.

๐’๐“. ๐“๐‡๐Ž๐Œ๐€๐’’ ๐…๐Ž๐‘๐Ž๐ˆ๐†๐„ ๐‚๐‹๐”๐ ๐‚๐‡๐‘๐ˆ๐’๐“๐Œ๐€๐’ ๐๐€๐™๐€๐€๐‘

  • Date: Sunday, 8th December
  • Time: 2pm โ€“ 5pm
  • Location: St. Thomas’ G.A.A. Club, Castledaly Kilchreest

๐“๐‡๐„ ๐๐”๐‹๐‹๐€๐”๐ ๐‚๐‡๐‘๐ˆ๐’๐“๐Œ๐€๐’ ๐‚๐‘๐€๐ˆ๐‚-๐„๐‘

Enjoy a variety of crafts, live music, delicious treats, and maybe even a surprise visit from Santa! There will also be face painting and festive games. Entry is FREE, and everyone is welcome!

  • Date: Sunday, 8th December
  • Time: 4pm โ€“ 6pm
  • Location: Bullaun National School Hall
  • Enquiries: Gemma o85-1503274 or Laura 087 7628412

๐‚๐‡๐‘๐ˆ๐’๐“๐Œ๐€๐’ ๐‚๐‘๐€๐…๐“ & ๐†๐ˆ๐…๐“ ๐…๐€๐ˆ๐‘ ๐š๐ญ ๐‹๐จ๐ฎ๐ ๐ก๐ซ๐ž๐š ๐‡๐จ๐ญ๐ž๐ฅ & ๐’๐ฉ๐š

With over 50 stalls and vendors offering a fantastic selection of Christmas gifts. Entry is free, and everyone is welcome to attend.

  • Date: Sunday, 15th December
  • Time: 11am โ€“ 6pm
  • Location: Lough Rea Hotel & Spa, H62 Y189.
  • Enquiries: xmasfairs123@gmail.com

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