Christmas Markets
Where Christmas Magic Meets Tradition!
Swords Castle: Step into a fairytale setting in the heart of Swords. The Castle, adorned with festive decorations, creates a magical backdrop for your holiday shopping.
Trading Hours:
Fri 24th Nov: 3pm to 8pm
Sat 25th Nov: 11am to 6pm
Sun 26th Nov 11am to 6pm
Sat 2nd Dec 11am to 6pm
Sun 3rd Dec 11am to 6pm
Santa at Swords Castle
Enjoy a visit to see Santa from €5 per child, includes selection box, emailed photo with Santa and kids hot chocolate. Please note photo will be emailed week after visit. Santa is on a first come first served basis, please note Santa will be taking a break for lunch and queues will stop 30 mins before finish time. Timings subject to change.
Santa Hours:
Fri 24th Nov: 6pm to 8pm
Sat 25th Nov: 12pm to 5pm
Sun 26th Nov 12pm to 5pm
Sat 2nd Dec 12pm to 5pm
Sun 3rd Dec 12pm to 5pm
Bremore Castle, Balbriggan: Experience the charm of Balbriggan's historic Bremore Castle as it turns into a festive marketplace. Discover unique gifts and treasures amidst the castle's historic walls. Appplications for Traders Now Closed. Please note this market is been run by Bremore Castle Food & Craft Village - please visit them on Facebook to find out more.
Trading Hours:
Sun 26th Nov: 11am to 4pm
Sun 17th Dec: 11am to 6pm
Shackleton Garden, Clonsilla: Explore the tranquil beauty of Shackleton Gardens, where you'll find a serene atmosphere and a delightful selection of seasonal treats. Traders please email: wel%6fvemarke%74s%[email protected] " rel="nofollow"> [email protected]
Please note this market is been run by We Love Markets, please visit them on Facebook to find out more.
Trading Hours:
Sat 25th Nov: 12pm to 6pm
Sun 26th Nov 12pm to 6pm
Sat 2nd Dec 12pm to 6pm
Sun 3rd Dec 12pm to 6pm
Traders include and are not limited to:
Hot Food: Farm Hog Roast, Paddy's Pizza Pies, Flamin Marvellous & Pure Waffler.
Artisan Food: My Natural Oil Ariston, Tanya's Kitchen, Birds & Tea's, Butternut Box.
Crafters: Cross & Thorn Candles and Homewares, Pearland Bon Pearl Bon Bon, Fat Pup Illustration, Blu Heron Design, Mel's Jewellery, Wild Rose Botanicals
Festive Lights Show at Shackleton Garden
Experience the amazing light show from Monday 20th November until Sunday 10th December from 4.00pm until 8.00pm every night.
Calling All Traders:
Swords Castle Christmas Markets 2023
Applications for our enchanting Christmas Markets at Swords Castle are now closed, please email [email protected] for last minute availability
Traders for Shackleton Gardens with their own Gazebo & Insurance please email: [email protected]
Bremore Castle: Appplications for Traders Closed.
Festive Lightings
Blanchardstown Tree Lighting: Join Mayor of Fingal Cllr Adrian Henchy on Thursday 23rd November at 6pm on Main Street with the Blancharsdtown Brass Band
Swords Tree Lighting: Join Mayor of Fingal Cllr Adrian Henchy on Friday 24th of November at 6pm outside Swords Castle
Balbriggan Lighting Up: Join Deputy Mayor of Fingal Cllr Grainne Maguire on Thursday 7th December at 6pm at George's Square
