Experience the Magic of Christmas at Athlone Castle
Athlone Castle will transform into a magical Christmas experience on the 13th, 14th and 15th of December this year as we celebrate Christmas with all the charm and atmosphere of an historic castle.
Experience The Magic of Christmas at Athlone Castle 2023
Santa and Mrs. Claus will be visiting for two days to meet children in Athlone on the 16th and 17th of December this year at Athlone Castle, as we celebrate Christmas with all the charm and atmosphere of an historic castle.
Experience the magic of Christmas at Athlone Castle
Sleigh bells will be ringing loudly over Athlone Castle on Saturday 17th December as Santa and his trusted elves will be on site for a very special day to meet the boys and girls from the town of Athlone and surrounding areas. Children and their parents will be greeted by Santa’s elves and will be guided through a Christmas wonderland with fun activities and Christmas themed arts and crafts where they will make Christmas ornaments and stockings to take home or to place on the Christmas tree in Athlone Castle.
Christmas Memories From Athlone
An Athlone native recalls his memories of Christmas time growing up in Athlone.
Christmas and New Year Opening Hours
Athlone Castle Visitor Centre will close from Thursday 24th to Monday 28th December inclusive. Athlone Castle will re-open on Tuesday 29th December. Athlone Castle will close on Friday 1st January. Normal opening hours will resume from 2nd January.