The Galway Continental Christmas Market makes its return to the City Of The Tribes from 6pm on Friday 15th November until Sunday 22nd December 2019.

The Galway Continental Christmas Market received over 650,000 visitors last year and there were more than 50 wooden chalets located Eyre Square along with the Santa’s Grotto, the German Bier Keller numerous other theatrical delights throughout the four week fair.

The 2019 Christmas Market is the tenth year of the market in Galway and visitors can expect to enjoy a wide variety of entertainment and stalls located in Eyre Square in Galway City centre. This year will feature amusement rides including a 32 metre high Big Wheel and traditional Carousel along with the Après Ski Bar, Santa’s Express Train, live music performers, puppet shows, storytelling, school choirs, carol singing together with charity and community events will feature. Once again, Santa’s Grotto will be run by local charities and the popular Bier Keller will be playing host to various events throughout the Market’s duration.

Food lovers can feast on a bratwurst, French pastries, pretzels or confectionery, crêpes and waffles, while beer lovers can sample a stein at the German Bierkeller, offering a range of traditional German beers, apple cider and mulled wine.

Families and friends can enjoy a walk through the enchanted light gardens providing the backdrop for a Christmas Market photo, stop off at Santa’s postbox, interact with local charities and much more.

The 2019 Market will also feature artisan food products and Christmas gift ideas from both local and European traders.

Market Opening Hours

Monday – Wednesday: 12 noon – 8pm
Thursday – Sunday: 10am – 10pm

See the full list of What’s on in Galway this Christmas here.