This Christmas in Limerick: Shop Local, Explore More, and Enjoy the Festive Spirit Across the City and County

Whether you’re shopping local, catching a show, lacing up your skates, or simply soaking up the festive atmosphere, Limerick is ready to welcome you. This Christmas, step out, explore, and enjoy everything our vibrant city and county have to offer. 

Christmas in Limerick

This Christmas in Limerick, the city and county are brimming with festive fun for every age and interest. Explore the ever-popular Limerick On Ice at Arthur’s Quay Park, enchanting Santa visits, entertaining Pantos and the spectacle of Fossett’s Christmas Circus under the big top. Hop on board Toots the Christmas Train and pause to enjoy the fun with the Cruises Street Seasonal Street Shows. 

Limerick City Illuminations  

Find something different at Harvey’s Quay bandstand in the city which has become a winter playground with an interactive light and sound installation. Making Spirits Bright is seventy-two illuminated pads arranged in a snowflake pattern that respond to footsteps with glowing lights and bell-like tones, creating a playful experience.  

Visitors can then continue to the Bank of Ireland on O’Connell Street to view magical Children’s Christmas Art Projections with artwork by Limerick’s primary school children. 

Shop Limerick 

Shoppers are encouraged to support local businesses by exploring the incredible range of boutiques, markets, and independent retailers that make Limerick’s Christmas shopping experience so memorable. Using your Limerick Gift Card and other vouchers to snag deals in Limerick is an investment in our community. 

Limerick is Great Outdoors 

With a break from the routine comes the perfect opportunity to get outdoors and explore Limerick’s natural beauty. Take a refreshing walk in one of Limerick’s beautiful parks or scenic forest parks.  

Let the kids burn off energy at a local playground or for something extra special, explore the Limerick Greenway - a haven for walkers, runners, and cyclists with stunning countryside views. 

And remember - Christmas in Limerick doesn’t end on Christmas Day. The celebrations carry right through to the New Year. After the turkey is carved and the presents unwrapped, the excitement continues with the iconic Limerick Christmas Racing Festival in Patrickswell from December 26th. Limerick will be abuzz as Munster take on Leinster on Saturday 27th December at Thomond Park, adding to the electric atmosphere in the city. 

To help plan the perfect festive itinerary, Limerick.ie/Christmas is your one-stop hub for everything happening across the city and county.  

Across the festive period there is a packed programme of post-Christmas gigs, performances, and entertainment across local venues.  

Keep Exploring 

Limerick.ie/Christmas is making it easy to plan your Christmas festivities with thoughtfully curated lists of activities to suit all tastes. 

Check Out: 

• Christmas Crackers 
• Festive Treats 
• Family Favourites 
• Market Magic 
• See Santa 
• Panto Time 
• Seasonal Sports 
• Lively Limerick 

Getting Around Limerick this Christmas 

Limerick city centre is the retail hub of the mid-west, complemented by charming destinations like Adare and Newcastle West, known for exclusive boutiques and designer labels. With over 9,000 parking spaces in the city, extensive cycle lanes, and 30+ bus routes, getting around is simple - making it the perfect time to shop local and celebrate the season. 

Visit www.Limerick.ie/Christmas/Shopping for shopping tips, transport options and car parking details. 

Whether you’re coming from abroad, across Ireland or just around the corner, Limerick is ready to welcome you with ease, charm, and plenty of seasonal magic. 

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