Christmas in Clifden Festival
Christmas in Clifden offers two weekends of family-friendly holiday entertainment across the town. Visitors can explore local shops for holiday gift ideas and take advantage of seasonal getaway offers.
What to Expect
Two weekends of family holiday fun in Clifden.
Event Details
Ages
All ages
Timed Entry
No
Organizer
Christmas in Clifden
Local Insight & Ratings
Family Friendly
Best For
Families looking for a festive town getaway
Vibe
Festive and family-friendly
Energy Level
Moderate
Photo Friendly
Moderate
Weather Sensitivity
Moderate
Location
Know Before You Go
- Parking: Parking in Clifden is plentiful and free in December and can be found conveniently on the street or in one of our car parks: SuperValu (underground), Tourist Office car park, Station House, St Joseph’s Church.
Tips & Advice
- Use Clifden's free December parking, available on the street and at SuperValu underground, the Tourist Office, Station House, or St Joseph’s Church.
- Travel from Galway on Citylink route 923 or Bus Éireann route 419, and check the return option because the last bus leaves Clifden at 9pm.
- Consider staying overnight if you plan a late festival visit, since the last bus from Clifden to Galway departs at 9pm.
- Use promo code Christmasinclifden when booking a festival accommodation offer to access the advertised festive getaway deal.
- Leave time to explore Clifden's local shops for holiday gift ideas, one of the festival's stated attractions.
Special Events & Promotions
- Annual Lights Switch On Street Party on The Square on Friday, November 27.
- Memory Lane 2026 next to AIB bank on Friday, December 11.
- Accommodation offers for a festive getaway with the promo code Christmasinclifden.
Quick Actions
Frequently Asked Questions
Where can I park?
Parking is free in Clifden in December, on the street or in the car parks at SuperValu (underground), the Tourist Office, Station House and St Joseph's Church.
Can I get there by bus?
Yes. Citylink route 923 and Bus Éireann route 419 both run between Galway and Clifden.
Are there accommodation deals?
Yes. Use the promo code Christmasinclifden when you book a festive getaway through the festival's accommodation offers.
Can I do Christmas shopping?
Yes. Clifden's local shops are part of the festival, and you can browse them for gift ideas.
Is there a Christmas lights switch-on?
Yes. The annual Lights Switch On Street Party takes place on The Square.
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