YULEFEST CHRISTMAS MARKET
The Yulefest Christmas Market is magically set with the beautiful backdrop of Kilkenny Castle. Decorated wooden huts, and Santa hat marquees will be serving festive treats and selling creative local crafts. A beautiful and easy place to meander or to pick up the perfect Christmas gift. Each weekend the market will have family entertainment and […]
YULEFEST BANDSTAND
Be entertained every weekend with music, dancing and family entertainment on the Yulefest Bandstand! There is something for everybody as this varied programme showcases local and upcoming talent along with plenty of family fun! Performances will take place every weekend at 12pm | 2pm | 4pm from November 25th to Saturday 23rd December. Soak up […]
MEDIEVAL MILE RUN
Kilkenny City Harriers bring you Irelands Medieval Mile run on December 1st in association with Yulefest Kilkenny. Open to all levels the run takes place through Kilkenny city and along Kilkenny’s famous Medieval Mile. With twinkling christmas lights, a live DJ and a Parade finish, a festive atmosphere is guaranteed! Runners can expect a fast […]
YULEFEST MOVIE NIGHT
Family favourite the Yulefest Movie Night is back for 2023. Come enjoy the classic Christmas movie The Muppet Christmas Carol on the outdoor big screen on Thursday 14th December on Canal Square. The fabulous Muppets band together to teach Scrooge (Michael Caine) the meaning of Christmas in this charming adaptation of Charles Dickens’ classic […]
KIDS ACTIVITIES AT YULEFEST CHRISTMAS MARKET
RHYTHM MAKERS DRUM WORKSHOP Saturdays | 12pm 1pm 2pm | €3 + bf | Pre-booking required MRS CLAUS’ FAMILY FARM Sundays | 12pm-4pm | Free MAGIC SHOW Saturdays | 11am & 3pm | Free BALLOON MODELLING Saturdays | 12pm & 4pm | Free FACE PAINTING WITH FANTASY ART | €3 Saturday 25th November 12pm-6pm | […]
SANTA TRUCK
SANTA TRUCK IN AID OF LARALYNN’S CHILDRENS HOSPICE Due to popular demand The Santa Truck is coming back to town! Santa & Mrs Claus will be arriving to Kilkenny in style on December 9th. Come out and say hello at this unique Christmas experience. Watch the lit-up Santa truck drive past or join us at […]
CHRISTMAS TREE FESTIVAL
Featuring spectacular, creative, quirky Christmas trees of all kinds, in the stunning setting of St. Canice’s Cathedral. This annual display is a unique Christmas event for all ages to enjoy! The collection on display is a community collaboration. With local groups, families and individuals invited to submit a creative Christmas tree, created out of any medium and in any shape or size. […]
RHYTHM MAKERS DRUMMING WORKSHOPS
Join Jeremy Hickey (of Rhythm Makers, Music Generation, and R.S.A.G) for fun, relaxing and creatively stimulating drumming workshops this festive season. Taking place every Saturday from the 2nd – 23rd December, at the Yulefest Christmas Market on The Parade in Kilkenny City. These sessions will help develop unity and listening skills through active music making. […]
FIREWORKS OVER THE RIVER NORE
CELEBRATE THE START OF THE CHRISTMAS HOLIDAYS WITH YULEFEST! Yulefest Kilkenny is celebrating the start of the Christmas holidays in style, with an evening market, live music, family entertainment and Fireworks!! In a new location this year, the Fireworks will take off from the Abbey Quarter side of the River Nore. The public can […]
MRS CLAUS’ FAMILY FARM
Come meet Mrs Claus’ animals at her mobile farm on the Parade in Kilkenny city. Learn about and interact with small animals in the magical setting of The Parade overlooked by Kilkenny Castle. Featuring Nore Valley Mobile Farm. Open to all age groups the farm is fun and educational.
