Dublin’s hidden festive gems!

Away from the big markets, these pop-ups and craft fairs offer unique handmade gifts, artisan food and family-friendly vibes – perfect for a relaxed Christmas shopping day.

Gifted – The Contemporary Craft & Design Fair
RDS, Ballsbridge → 3–7 December 2025
Ireland’s biggest craft fair with 500 + makers – jewellery, ceramics, textiles and gourmet food. Tickets €10–€15 (book online).

Farmleigh Christmas Markets (Phoenix Park)
First three weekends of December (Sat–Sun) → 10am–5pm
Free entry, local crafts, carols, food trucks and horse & carriage rides in the beautiful estate grounds.

Swords Castle Christmas Experience
Weekends in December (exact dates usually late Nov – mid Dec)
Medieval castle setting with stalls, Santa grotto, lights and entertainment – family favourite north of Dublin.

National Botanic Gardens Sustainable Craft Market
13 & 14 December 2025 → 10am–4pm
Eco-friendly gifts indoors/outdoors among the glasshouses – perfect for conscious shoppers.

Fumbally Christmas Market (Portobello)
Usually first weekend December (dates TBC)
Indie food, crafts and gifts in the cool Fumbally Stables – great for unique Dublin finds.

More pop-ups appear every year – check Culture Date Dublin 8 or VisitDublin closer to December for the latest!

All free or low-cost entry – ideal for a relaxed festive day out..