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Wicklow Christmas Market 2024 Dates and Santa Express

Last Updated: 19 September 2024
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Wicklow opens its Christmas market in the town centre each November, opening from Friday to Sunday each week. This guide details the confirmed 2024 dates and opening times.

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Wicklow Christmas Market 2024

Dates – Confirmed

Wicklow Christmas Market dates: Friday to Sunday: 23rd November to 22nd December 2024 (confirmed).

Update: Dates were announced in January. Sign up for our newsletter for future updates.

Source: Dates are obtained directly from the event organiser’s website, available here.

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Plan Your Visit

Location and Times

Location: The Murrough and Leitrim Place.
Opening times: 
Friday: 2pm to 7:30pm.
Saturday and Sunday: 10am to 7:30pm.
Christmas Day: Closed.

Travel and Accommodation

Public transport: Buses are available.
Parking: Please take public transport to help limit congestion.
Travel tips: While it’s possible to visit on a day trip from Dublin, it’s worth staying overnight to explore the area.
Where to stay: The Bridge Tavern is a popular small hotel near Leitrim Place.

Amenities and Attractions

Admission: Free. Santa Express and ice skating require tickets.
Payment: Cash is preferred at some stalls.
Santa: Yes, on the Santa Express take the 30-minute train journey through the Tunnel of Lights towards the North Pole. Santa Express is both indoors and outdoors. Photos with Santa are available. Book here.
Ice skating: Yes, at the Eco Ice Rink at Wicklow on Ice at Leitrim Place. From 23rd November to 2nd January 2025 (unconfirmed). Open to ages 4 and over. 30 minutes per skating session. Book here.
Reason to visit: Santa Express, artisanal stalls, live music, craft workshops, historic Abbey backdrop.

Dietary Options

Vegetarian: Yes, plenty of options.
Vegan: Yes, plenty of options.
Gluten-free: Limited. Ask individual vendors, but beware of cross-contamination.
Specialities: Homemade fudge, traditional Irish soda bread, local cheese, smoked salmon, craft ales.

Accessibility

Accessible: Yes, including accessible toilets.
Pet-friendly: Yes, but not on the Santa Express.

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Convenient Hotels

Only a couple of hotel options are available near the market. I suggest staying at the Bridge Tavern for its ideal location and affordable price.

For an extensive guide, read this Irish Christmas Markets List, which provides information to plan an itinerary.

Or if you would like to visit Ireland’s most popular winter event, get the details to start planning a visit with my Dublin Christmas Guide.

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Christmas in Wicklow

Just a short 45-minute drive from Dublin, Wicklow is perfect for a day trip or a longer stay to enjoy the region.

Unique to Wicklow, you can find handcrafted items from local artisans, including traditional Irish wool products and pottery.

Enjoy specialty foods like Wicklow Blue and Wicklow Bán cheeses, smoked salmon, and craft beers from Wicklow Wolf and Wicklow Brewery.

Attractions include the Santa Express train ride and a 300-metre eco-friendly ice skating trail. Tickets are required for each. Links are listed above.

Entry is free, with over 50 stalls for crafts and local food. A new covered entertainment space promises puppet shows, stilt walkers and live music.

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At the Food Stalls

  • Hot Buttered Oysters: Locally sourced oysters are shucked on-site and quickly pan-fried in hot butter with a hint of garlic.
  • Irish Whiskey Fudge: Fudge is a traditional Irish treat.
  • Mulled Wine and Cider: While not unique to Ireland, these festive drinks are always popular at winter markets.
  • Barmbrack: A dense Irish fruitcake filled with sultanas and raisins.
  • Bratwurst Sausages: German-style sausages served in a bun.
  • Cheese Toasties: One stall serves up delicious cheese toasties.
  • Hot Chocolate: A classic treat, with Irish cream liqueur an optional addition.
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What to Buy

  • Woollens: Wicklow, known as the ‘Garden of Ireland’, has a tradition of sheep farming and wool products.
  • Irish Whiskeys and Craft Beers: Available as gift boxes.
  • Artisan Cheese: From regional producers.
  • Musical Instruments: Look for a stall selling traditional Irish musical instruments such as the bodhrán (an Irish frame drum) or the tin whistle.

Responsible Travel

  • Stay in an Eco Hotel: If you’re visiting and staying overnight in Wicklow, book a hotel powered by renewable energy.
  • Reduce Food Waste: Purchase only what you can eat to minimise food wastage. In addition, consider packing any leftovers for later to ensure no food goes to waste.
  • Ethical Consumption: Support local artisans and producers who use sustainable manufacturing and packaging practices.
  • Sustainable Food: Try some of the vegetarian or plant-based options available at the market.
  • Transport: Wicklow is a compact city, making it easy to get around on foot or by bike. Bike rentals are available.
Bridge gate over the water in Wicklow, Ireland.

Comment below if you want to leave a Xmas review, have any questions or would like to report any inaccuracies.

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Recommendations are independently chosen based on personal travel experiences and extensive research. While we make every effort to provide accurate information, the dates and details listed here should not be relied upon. Please consult the official website before booking your trip or planning a visit.

Author: Ben Nela
Published: 14 June 2024 Filed Under: Ireland

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