Galway Christmas Market

Arguably one of the most popular Christmas markets in Ireland attracting over 600,000 visitors every year over the course of 35 days, the Galway Christmas Market, in the heart of the city is a national highlight of the festive season. Suitable for all ages and located just 15 minutes from us here at The Oranmore Lodge Hotel, why not book our Galway Christmas Market package and enjoy a festive overnight stay.

For Christmas 2022 the City of the Tribes will be sparkling with the magnificent Galway Christmas Market from 6pm on Friday 18th November until Wednesday 21st December 2022.

Our Galway Christmas Market Package Includes:

• Overnight Stay in our Luxurious Accommodation
• Full Irish Breakfast the following morning
• Mulled Wine & Mince Pies
• Complimentary Late Check Out at 1pm

With our onsite parking, why not hop on the city bus which departs directly from our doorstep and transports guests straight to city centre. The bus stop (line 404) goes straight to the Galway Christmas Market on Eyre Square.

Galway Christmas Market

The 2022 Christmas Market is the thirteenth 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. Building on the successful format of previous years, the market is always a hive of activity with lots of entertainment. Once again, this year will feature amusement rides including a 32-metre high ferris wheel and traditional carousel, Santa’s express train, live music performers, puppet shows, storytelling, school choirs and of course, we all know that it’s not Christmas without a visit to Santa’s Grotto, run by local charities.

Food lovers can feast on a bratwurst, French pastries, pretzels or confectionery, crêpes and waffles, while 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 post-box and much more. For those that enjoy their beer, you can buy a stein at the German Bierkeller which also offers a range of traditional German beers, apple cider and mulled wine. The Apres Ski Bar at the heart of the market, alongside fifty traders from all over Ireland and Europe sell a host of crafts, festive food, treats and Christmas gift ideas.

After an enjoyable day or evening strolling through the market the Oranmore Lodge Hotel is the perfect base to return to and just 15 minutes from Eyre Square. Relax and unwind in our stylish guestrooms, avail of complimentary use of our leisure club and enjoy the finest of food and service in both Butler’s Bistro and Barney’s Bar.

Christmas Market Opening Hours 

2023 Dates TBC