Athlone Christmas Events & Things to Do 2025
Your complete guide to the best christmas events in Athlone and surrounding areas
Athlone lights up for the Christmas season with twinkling Christmas lights along the River Shannon and a range of things to do from festive markets to tree decorating events at local hotels. Enjoy Sheraton Athlone Hotel Christmas Party Nights or seasonal gatherings at Athlone Springs for warm holiday activities. Historic streets near Athlone Castle host seasonal stalls, carols and family-friendly attractions that make the town an inviting base for winter festivities and cozy evenings of local food and music.
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Christmas Parties
8 eventsHistoric hotel offering festive dining and party nights
Christmas Markets
7 eventsDiverse Christmas events and parties
Christmas Activities
6 eventsChristmas Express train ride to meet Santa.
Editor's Picks (6)
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The Birr Castle Christmas Express
(Birr)
Christmas Express train ride to meet Santa.
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Magical Santa Experiences at Talbot Hotel Carlow
(Carlow)
Magical Santa Experiences for families
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Fossetts Christmas Circus
(Limerick)
Traditional Christmas circus performances
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Santa Land Christmas Experience 2025
(Ennis)
Magical North Pole Wonderland with Santa and Elves
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Light Up Galway
(Galway)
City-wide LED light installations
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Christmas Events in Limerick
(Limerick)
Diverse Christmas events and parties
Christmas Lights Near Athlone
Additional holiday activities and unique Christmas experiences in Athlone.
Light Up Galway
Galway comes alive with 'Light Up Galway,' a spectacular holiday event illuminating the...
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Step into a magical Wonderland at the North Pole for the Santa Land...
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See every Christmas event, light display, and market on one map.
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Athlone Christmas FAQ
Weekday evenings tend to be less crowded. Peak times are weekends in December, especially closer to Christmas.
Most events offer on-site parking. Check individual event pages for specific parking information and fees.
Most venues are accessible. Contact individual events for specific accessibility accommodations.