We confirmed 7 Christmas events for kids in Limerick for 2026. The first is Castle Christmas on 21 November, and the season runs until 10 January with Limerick on Ice. One of them is free. Every listing links straight to the host. This page is part of our guide to Christmas events for kids in Ireland.
The short version
- 7 kids’ Christmas events confirmed for 2026 in Limerick
- First: Castle Christmas, Limerick, 21 November
- Free events: Light Up Limerick 2026
Below is every event we could confirm, grouped by area, with the date, time, price and the small things parents ask about (booking, ages, what is included).
Limerick Christmas events for kids at a glance
- Kids’ Christmas events
- 7 confirmed for 2026
- Areas
- Limerick
- Season
- 21 November to 10 January
- Free events
- 1
- Last checked
Christmas events for kids in Limerick
7 confirmed events in Limerick, soonest first.
Castle Christmas
Santa experienceCastle Christmas at King John's Castle · Limerick
- Host
- Castle Christmas at King John's Castle (opens in a new tab)
- Where
- King John's Castle, King's Island, Limerick
- When
- 21 November to 23 December
- Price
- Children from €37.50, adults €16.50, babies €12.50
- Ages
- Families
- Booking
- Booking essential
- Confirmed
- On the host’s page, checked
Castle Christmas is a brand-new walk-through experience inside King John's Castle on King's Island, running from 21 November to 23 December. Little and big explorers meet festive elves and discover magical spaces as they make their way through the castle towards a special meeting with Santa. Every child gets a Christmas hat, name badge and map for the adventure.
After Santa, children take a special token to the Teddy Bear Workshop, where they personalise their own teddy to bring home. Families can add a personalised invitation pack posted in a red envelope, and there is optional face painting, treats, activity packs and professional photos. Tickets start at €37.50 for children, €16.50 for adults and €12.50 for babies up to 13 months, who must be booked with another ticket.
Parent tip: Allow about 75 minutes for the visit, and order the invitation pack early if you want it posted before your date.
See dates and details from Castle Christmas at King John's Castle (opens in a new tab)Light Up Limerick 2026
Christmas paradeFreeLimerick City and County Council · Limerick
- Host
- Limerick City and County Council (opens in a new tab)
- Where
- O'Connell Street, Limerick
- When
- Saturday 21 November, from 7pm
- Price
- Free, no booking needed
- Ages
- Family friendly
- Confirmed
- On the host’s page, checked
Light Up Limerick marks the official start of Christmas in Limerick on Saturday 21 November. From 7pm a festive procession produced by LUXE, with illuminated characters, live music and street performers, sets off from Brown Thomas and travels along O'Connell Street to the junction with Lower Glentworth Street.
There, a specially built stage hosts live entertainment and special guests before the city's Christmas lights are switched on at about 8.30pm, followed by a musical finale and a pyrotechnic display. The event is free and needs no booking. ASD Ireland and the council are providing an autism-friendly area with a mobile sensory unit and a covered wheelchair-accessible area on Glentworth Street, with registration details on the event page.
Parent tip: Arrive between 6.30pm and 7pm to get a good spot along O'Connell Street; alcohol and glass are not allowed and there are road closures.
See dates and details from Limerick City and County Council (opens in a new tab)Limerick on Ice
Winter festivalOn Ice (Blue Martini Group) · Limerick
- Host
- On Ice (Blue Martini Group) (opens in a new tab)
- Where
- Arthur's Quay Park, Limerick
- When
- 21 November to 10 January
- Price
- Adults €20, children (12 and under) €18, family of three €48, family of four €64
- Ages
- All ages; child price for 12 and under
- Booking
- Booking recommended
- Confirmed
- On the host’s page, checked
Limerick on Ice returns to Arthur's Quay Park, opposite the Arthur's Quay Shopping Centre, from 21 November to 10 January. The rink uses real ice and is set among twinkling lights and festive music, and it welcomes everyone from first-timers to seasoned skaters.
Adult tickets (13 and over) are €20 and children aged 12 and under are €18, with family tickets of €48 for three and €64 for four (one or two adults). Sessions are booked online through the On Ice website. Because it runs well into January, it is a good way to fill a day in the school holidays, and it is right in the city centre, close to the other Christmas in Limerick events.
Parent tip: Family tickets work out cheapest; book a session online at busy times such as weekends and the days after Christmas.
See dates and details from On Ice (Blue Martini Group) (opens in a new tab)Robin Hood
Panto or Christmas showLime Tree Theatre · Limerick
- Host
- Lime Tree Theatre (opens in a new tab)
- Where
- Lime Tree Theatre, Mary Immaculate College, Courtbrack Avenue, Limerick
- When
- 5 December to 3 January
- Price
- Standard €35, concession €32, family €120
- Ages
- All the family
- Booking
- Booking essential
- Confirmed
- On the host’s page, checked
The Lime Tree Theatre's annual pantomime for 2026 is Robin Hood, a swashbuckling, all-singing, all-dancing adventure for the whole family. Times are tough, taxes are sky-high and the horrible Sheriff is on the prowl, so Robin and his fearless band of outlaws set out to break the rules, bend the odds and bring hope back to the city of Limerick.
Performances run from 5 December to 3 January at the theatre on the Mary Immaculate College campus. Standard tickets are €35, concessions €32 and a family ticket €120. Book through the Lime Tree and Belltable website or the box office on 061 953400. With a Limerick twist on the classic story, it is a good pick for families who like a local flavour in their panto.
Parent tip: The family ticket offers the best value; contact the box office for show times and accessibility.
See dates and details from Lime Tree Theatre (opens in a new tab)Scrooged
Panto or Christmas showOpen Door Productions at Dolan's · Limerick
- Host
- Open Door Productions at Dolan's (opens in a new tab)
- Where
- Live at the Spiegeltent, Euro Car Park, Cleeves Riverside Quarter, Limerick
- When
- Saturday 5 and Sunday 6 December, 2pm and 4pm
- Price
- €23; family of four €80
- Ages
- Ages 5 to 95
- Booking
- Booking essential
- Confirmed
- On the host’s page, checked
Open Door Productions presents Scrooged, a musical Christmas comedy devised and directed by Limerick theatre-maker Margaret Hough. It is a fast-paced, laugh-out-loud reimagining of Charles Dickens' A Christmas Carol, following Ebenezer Scrooge as he changes from a cold-hearted miser into a man full of generosity and Christmas spirit.
A cast of nine Limerick performers keep things moving with lightning-fast costume changes, lively songs, sound and lighting effects and plenty of audience interaction. Performances are at 2pm and 4pm on Saturday 5 and Sunday 6 December in the Spiegeltent in the Cleeves Riverside Quarter. It is recommended for everyone aged 5 to 95, and makes a nice introduction to the Dickens story. Tickets are €23, or €80 for a family of four.
Parent tip: Only four performances, so book early; the family ticket for four is €80.
See dates and details from Open Door Productions at Dolan's (opens in a new tab)Jack & The Beanstalk
Panto or Christmas showUniversity Concert Hall · Limerick
- Host
- University Concert Hall (opens in a new tab)
- Where
- University Concert Hall, University of Limerick, Castletroy
- When
- 17 December to 10 January
- Price
- Standard €28, rows X to Z €27, restricted view €17
- Ages
- All the family
- Booking
- Booking essential
- Confirmed
- On the host’s page, checked
University Concert Hall and producer Robert C Kelly bring back their annual family panto, Jack and the Beanstalk. When Jack swaps the family cow for a handful of mysterious beans, he sets off on an adventure up the beanstalk to outwit the fearsome Giant and rescue the village, with returning UCH favourites and some new faces in the cast.
Expect laugh-out-loud comedy, big sets, fabulous costumes and chart-topping hits, with plenty of booing, hissing and cheering. The run is from 17 December to 10 January, which makes it a good choice for the week after Christmas. Standard tickets are €28, rows X to Z are €27 and restricted view seats are €17. UCH is on the University of Limerick campus in Castletroy.
Parent tip: Restricted view seats at €17 are a budget option; check the UCH website for show times.
See dates and details from University Concert Hall (opens in a new tab)Alice in Wonderland
Panto or Christmas showLimerick Panto Society · Limerick
- Host
- Limerick Panto Society (opens in a new tab)
- Where
- TUS Millennium Theatre, Moylish Park, Limerick
- When
- 27 December to 9 January
- Price
- €23.50
- Ages
- All the family
- Booking
- Booking essential
- Confirmed
- On the host’s page, checked
Limerick Panto Society's 2026 production is Alice in Wonderland, inviting families to fall down the rabbit hole for laugh-out-loud comedy, magical surprises, colourful costumes and all the festive fun of a traditional panto.
The run starts on 27 December and continues until 9 January at the TUS Millennium Theatre in Moylish Park, so it is ideal for the quieter days between Christmas and the return to school. Tickets are €23.50, which makes it one of the more affordable pantos in the region. Booking details are on the Limerick Panto Society website, or you can email the society's box office. The show is part of the council's Christmas in Limerick 2026 programme, and the theatre sits on the TUS campus at Moylish Park, a short drive from the city centre and the other festive events.
Parent tip: A good option for the week after Christmas; email the box office if you have questions about times.
See dates and details from Limerick Panto Society (opens in a new tab)More Christmas events for kids in Ireland
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A story for the trip home
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What Christmas events for kids are in Limerick in 2026?
We confirmed 7 Christmas events for kids in Limerick for 2026, each on its host’s own page, including Castle Christmas, Light Up Limerick 2026, Limerick on Ice, Robin Hood, Scrooged, Jack & The Beanstalk and Alice in Wonderland. Each one is listed above with times, cost and a link to the host.
Are there free Christmas events for kids in Limerick?
Yes. One of the 7 events here is free: Light Up Limerick 2026. Some parts may still be ticketed, so check the listing.
Where can kids see Santa in Limerick this year?
Santa appears at Castle Christmas. Times and booking rules are in each listing above.
How do you confirm these events?
We list an event only after we find this season’s date on the host’s own website or an official city, library or tourism calendar. We last checked every listing on 2 November 2026. Hosts change details, so always confirm on the host’s page before you go.
Event names belong to their hosts. Rally Takes the Train is a family picture book and is not affiliated with, sponsored by or endorsed by any host listed here. Confirm dates, times and prices on each host’s own site before you go.
