Dún Laoghaire-Rathdown Sparkles and Glows this Christmas - Join Us for Festive Fun!

Dún Laoghaire-Rathdown is all set to sparkle and glow this Christmas to spread light and cheer right across the county. Exciting 3D light installations, a fairylike forest walk at Cabinteely Park with the curious Elf Tree and the traditional Santa Post Boxes that magically appear every year around the county are where Christmas wishes begin. Wonderlights at Marlay Park, The Alpine Skate Trail at St Michael's Pier, The Santa Experience at The National Maritime Museum and The Traditional Fun Fair at Harbour Plaza in Dún Laoghaire town are sure to delight!

Councillor Jim O’Leary, Cathaoirleach, Dún Laoghaire-Rathdown County Council said: 

"Christmas is a wonderful time for children, families and our community at large and the Council will be supporting celebrations across the county with a diverse array of activities and attractions, showcasing our beautiful parks and amenities, and making sure there is something for everyone as we embrace the joy and spirit of the season.”

From twinkling lights to ice-skating escapades, the whole county of Dún Laoghaire-Rathdown is bathed in a magical glow and comes alive with the spirit of Christmas. For those seeking the perfect insta moment, dlr Christmas features giant Christmas bauble light installations, providing the ideal backdrop for capturing festive memories. The iconic bandstand on the East Pier is illuminated for Christmas, casting a radiant glow over the harbour. Additionally, the traditional Crib is on display at St Michael’s to celebrate the true meaning of Christmas.

Frank Curran, Chief Executive of Dún Laoghaire-Rathdown County Council, said:

"Every year, dlr Christmas brings our community together in joy and celebration. It’s a magical time that reminds us of the spirit of giving, the warmth of friendship and the beauty of shared traditions.”

The ever-popular illuminated walking trail in Cabinteely Park is free to attend and open from 4pm to 8pm Monday to Friday from Monday 25 November. It is fully accessible for wheelchairs and buggies and an oasis of calm beneath the twinkling lights but look out for mischief-making elves in the Elf Tree. Local legend suggests that this whimsical wonder resplendent with hundreds of little red elves is the very gathering place of the beloved Elf on the Shelf! The mischievous little guardians of Christmas convene to plan their seasonal shenanigans. Look out for our QR codes to see the elf and a few more magical Christmas characters magically appear! Where possible, all official Dún Laoghaire-Rathdown County Council Christmas trees are living trees and their lights are LED extra low voltage for safety only using 4.8watts of electricity.

Santa Post Boxes are in place at dlr LexIcon in Dún Laoghaire, Marlay Park in Rathfarnham, Deerpark in Mount Merrion and Cabinteely Park by special commission of Santa Claus. The letters are whizzed off to the North Pole via Elf Airlines direct to Santa who replies to every single one. Download our free Augmented Reality (AR) app at the Santa Post Boxes or from webcloudone.com/dlrchristmas to meet Mrs Claus, Santa, Elf, Rudolf and the Talking Tree.