Santa’s Arrival & Yulefest Launch 2026
Sat 28 Nov · 14:00
Kilkenny City — beginning at Canal Square
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Santa’s Arrival & Yulefest Launch 2026 will see Santa, Mrs Claus, and the elves arriving by boat on the River Nore, starting at Canal Square. The festivities begin at 14:00, culminating in the official Christmas tree lights switch-on at 17:00 on The Parade. Attendance is free.
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Frequently asked questions
Santa’s Arrival & Yulefest Launch 2026 takes place on Saturday, 28 November 2026 at 14:00.
Santa’s Arrival & Yulefest Launch 2026 is held at Kilkenny City — beginning at Canal Square in Kilkenny (Canal Square, Kilkenny).
Entry to Santa’s Arrival & Yulefest Launch 2026 is free.
Yes — hotels within walking distance of Kilkenny City — beginning at Canal Square can be compared using the accommodation search further down this page.
Tickets for Santa’s Arrival & Yulefest Launch 2026 can be booked via getevents.ie using the "Check Tickets & Live Prices" button on this page, which opens the official booking site in a new tab.
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Santa’s Arrival & Yulefest Launch 2026 will see Santa, Mrs Claus, and the elves arriving by boat on the River Nore, starting at Canal Square. The festivities begin at 14:00, culminating in the official Christmas tree lights switch-on at 17:00 on The Parade. Attendance is free.
This summary was automatically generated from event data sourced from official ticketing providers.
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Hotels within walking distance of Kilkenny City — beginning at Canal Square. Searching near Canal Square, Kilkenny; check-in Saturday, 28 November 2026.
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WhereKilkenny City — beginning at Canal Square
Canal Square, Kilkenny
Before you goFrequently asked questions
When is Santa’s Arrival & Yulefest Launch 2026?
Santa’s Arrival & Yulefest Launch 2026 takes place on Saturday, 28 November 2026 at 14:00.
Where is Santa’s Arrival & Yulefest Launch 2026 taking place?
Santa’s Arrival & Yulefest Launch 2026 is held at Kilkenny City — beginning at Canal Square in Kilkenny (Canal Square, Kilkenny).
How much are tickets for Santa’s Arrival & Yulefest Launch 2026?
Entry to Santa’s Arrival & Yulefest Launch 2026 is free.
Is there anywhere to stay near Santa’s Arrival & Yulefest Launch 2026?
Yes — hotels within walking distance of Kilkenny City — beginning at Canal Square can be compared using the accommodation search further down this page.
How do I get tickets for Santa’s Arrival & Yulefest Launch 2026?
Tickets for Santa’s Arrival & Yulefest Launch 2026 can be booked via getevents.ie using the "Check Tickets & Live Prices" button on this page, which opens the official booking site in a new tab.
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