Festive Christmas market with sparkling decorations, market stalls, and colorful lights at night.
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TwinkleTown Dublin

Smithfield Square, Ireland
Season
Nov 28 - Jan 4, 2026 (Estimated)
Entry
Free entry
Duration
2-3 hours

Experience TwinkleTown Dublin

TwinkleTown transforms Smithfield Square into Dublin's most ambitious Christmas destination, combining festive entertainment with cultural performances in partnership with Dublin City Council. This brand-new Christmas experience features a super-size ice rink perfect for date nights and family outings, alongside a vintage-themed fairground complete with carousel rides and an iconic Ferris wheel offering panoramic views of the illuminated square. The heart of TwinkleTown is the historic Spiegeltent, a one-of-a-kind festive venue showcasing local Irish talent through music, theatre, and cultural performances throughout the season. Families will delight in Santo Panto and the Magic Present Machine, a high-energy 20-minute live show where every child receives a gift from Santa himself. Browse the twinkling Christmas market stalls for handmade gifts, festive treats, and seasonal decorations, then warm up at the cozy Twinkle Tavern with winter cocktails and hot drinks in an Alpine-style setting. The market features enchanting light installations and beautiful visual creations that create a magical atmosphere as evening falls. With free entry to the grounds and ticketed attractions available for pre-booking, TwinkleTown offers flexibility for visitors to customize their experience. Book Santo Panto first, then schedule your ice rink session one hour later for the perfect festive day out.

Highlights

🎭Unique Features

  • Historic Spiegeltent venue hosting live Irish cultural performances
  • Santo Panto and the Magic Present Machine - original 20-minute family show
  • Super-size ice rink with early bird ticket discounts
  • Vintage-themed fairground with Ferris wheel city views
  • Partnership with Dublin City Council as official city Christmas destination

🍴Food & Drink

  • Winter warmers at Twinkle Tavern
  • Hot drinks and winter cocktails
  • Festive food stalls throughout the market
  • Alpine-style lodge atmosphere for dining

🛍️Shopping

  • Handmade gifts from market chalets
  • Festive decorations and ornaments
  • Local artisan crafts
  • Christmas treats and seasonal specialties

🎄Atmosphere

family-friendlyfestivelarge-scalemoderncultural

Market Features

Ice SkatingSanta VisitsLive MusicCraft WorkshopsFamily FriendlyCarouselLight ShowLocal VendorsHandmade OrnamentsFerris WheelFood CourtArtisan CraftsFree EntryKids Area

Practical Information

Location & Address

Smithfield Square

Smithfield Square, Dublin 7, Ireland

Dublin, Ireland

Plan Your Visit

2025 Dates: Nov 28 - Jan 4, 2026
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Hours: Mon-Fri: 11:00-21:00 | Sat, Sun: 10:00-21:00
Suggested duration: 2-3 hours
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Entry & Fees

Free entry

Free entry to TwinkleTown grounds; tickets required for Santo Panto (€5 per person plus booking fee) and ice rink (early bird pricing available)

Past Seasons

2025
Nov 28 - Jan 4
Mon-Fri: 11:00-21:00 | Sat, Sun: 10:00-21:00

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