Twinkletown Smithfield Christmas Market

TwinkleTown Dublin 2025 – The new main Christmas experience!

After the Dublin Castle market cancellation, TwinkleTown is Dublin's biggest and brightest festive event in 2025. Supported by Dublin City Council, it's a full revamp with family fun, lights, and entertainment.

Dates: Friday 28 November 2025 – Sunday 4 January 2026
Opening hours: Daily from 11am/12pm – 9pm (some attractions until 10pm – check twinkletown.ie closer to date)
Entry: FREE to the market · tickets needed for ice rink, big wheel, panto & rides (book early at twinkletown.ie)

What to expect at TwinkleTown 2025

• Extra-large real outdoor ice rink (book slots online – early bird tickets available)
• Giant Ferris / observation wheel with Dublin skyline views
• 50+ wooden chalets with crafts, gifts and street food
• Twinkle Tavern – cosy alpine bar with mulled wine, craft beer and live music
• Vintage fairground rides & helter-skelter
• Santo Panto & Magic Present Machine in the Spiegeltent (€5 tickets)
• Daily carol singers and performances

Top food & drinks at TwinkleTown

• Mulled wine, hot cider & Glühwein
• Bratwurst, raclette & loaded fries
• Crepes, waffles & doughnuts
• Hot chocolate (Featured vendor spots coming soon – contact us if interested)

Getting to TwinkleTown Smithfield

• Luas Red Line → Smithfield stop (right beside the square)
• Dublin Bus → 39a, F1, F2, 83, 83a
• By car → Q-Park Smithfield or Park Rite Arran Quay (pre-book recommended on weekends)

Tip: Public transport is easiest – it gets very busy!