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November

19
Fri

Launch of Kinsale Christmas, opening ceremony @ The Blue Haven 6pm,with the Winner of the children's Kinsale Christmas Art Competition announced, log on to www.kinsalechristmas.com for more details.

December

1
Wed

Walking Winter Wonderland with Kinsale heritage strolls daily at 10.30am with Dermot Ryan at the tourist office. This will be available throughout the month of December.

3
Fri

Santa for Grown ups in Daltons pub 8pm. sit on Santa's knee and tell him what you want for Christmas... Ticket price €5.00 per person All proceeds go to Kinsale Christmas. Contact Frances on 021 4777957 for more details

Christmas party nights in Hamlets Cafe Bar with Azzurro playing live. Email info@hamletsofkinsale.com

5
Sun

A Christmas Carol 3-5pm with John and Maria Barrett all participants meet John and Maria at their office... Where they will be given clues to a very exciting treasure hunt indeed. The treasure hunt will finish at the White Lady Hotel , where Santa will be there and a disco for the children, you can get a photo taken with Santa and dance the afternoon away with all your friends.

8
Wed

Snow Queen Competition at the White Lady. With Kinsale Community Transition year students ,sponsored by Neilus Buckley Photography, 1st prize a Portrait sitting with a 16" X 12" framed photograph. Come @7.30PM join in and see our Kinsale Beauties. Contact Richard Ennos

9
Thu

Annual Christmas Indoor Traders market with Kinsale Christmas in the Blue Haven Hotel 6pm to 9pm email maureen@bluehavenkinsale.com

10
Fri

Did your Mother Aunty or ex girlfriend buy you the worst jumper for Christmas? Well we want to see it, join us for a Christmas Jumper party in Hamlets Cafe Bar, Live music with Us2 the ultimate tribute band and there are prizes for the funniest jumper! Contact us on 021 4772939 for details

Walking Winter Wonderland with Kinsale heritage strolls daily at 10.30am with Dermot Ryan at the tourist office. This will be available throughout the month of December.

11
Sat

Bookstor Christmas Storytime Saturday 11th December 10am Festive stories and songs for little ones Free gift for every child Admission Free Bookstor, 1 Newman's Mall, Kinsale 021 4774966

12
Sun

Billy Crosbie Christmas Variety Show in the Blue Haven Hotel @ 7.30pm. Join Billy and friends in a heart warming evening of popular Christmas variety songs, guest performances by local and national favourites. Tickets €12 per adult and €6 per child under 10yrs All proceeds go to local charities via Kinsale Lions Club

Sunday 12th December:Saile Santa Dash - a fun run/circle for a good Claus.. Registration costs €15 and includes rental of Santa Suit and a medal for all entries. For full details, registration forms and route information check out www.sailesportandleisure.ie This event is kindly supported by the Blue Haven Transport Company.

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15
Wed

Walking Winter Wonderland with Kinsale heritage strolls daily at 10.30am with Dermot Ryan at the tourist office. This will be available throughout the month of December.

16
Thu

Christmas Cooking Demonstration by Chefs at the Blue Haven Hotel and Blue Haven Food Co look no further for fabulous tips on cooking for this Christmas. Tickets €40 per person with a glass of mulled wine on arrival and tasting through the night. Contact Louise McDonnell on 021 4772209

17
Fri

Walking Winter Wonderland with Kinsale heritage strolls daily at 10.30am with Dermot Ryan at the tourist office. This will be available throughout the month of December.

Christmas Cocktail party @ Hamlets Cafe Bar for Kinsale Business and trader's end of year party winner of best dressed window will be announced. All are welcome to enjoy a glass of mulled wine and mice pies. later that night enjoy the ultimate tribute band Us2 live and get into the Christmas mood. Email: info@hamletsofkinsale.com

19
Sun

Torch Light Parade with Children of Kinsale from the Town Park to the White lady, where Santa and Kinsale Snow Queen will appear from 3pm all kids and families are welcome to join in this magical evening.

Christmas afternoon delight - String Quartet in the Blue Haven Bar 2.30pm-5pm Email: seamus@bluehavenkinsale.com

Santa‘s Magic Market Opening ceremony 2pm Sunday 19th Closing ceremony 4pm Christmas Eve. Runs daily Mon-Fri 11am-7pm as part of Kinsale Christmas in Temperance Hall. All the family can enjoy a visit to Santa and his Very Green Elves. Enjoy your traditional visit to Santa‘s grotto, as well as our many arts, crafts, and information stalls. Learn how to live more sustainably this Christmas; by being green. Grotto visit €8 (Photo available €7)

Santa’s Magic Market Kinsale Christmas in Temperance Hall. All the family can enjoy a visit to Santa and his Very Green Elves. Enjoy your traditional visit to Santa’s grotto, as well as our many arts, crafts, and information stalls. Learn how to live more sustainably this Christmas. Grotto visit €8 (Photo available €7) STALLS only €10 per day. Opens Sunday 19th 12pm-6pm; Opening ceremony 2pm.

3 pm Christmas Fancy Dress Parade-Town Park to White Lady, Children and Parents Parade led by Santa and the Snow Queen, Disco and Santa afterward at White Lady. Fancy dress for children with a Christmas theme and Fancy hats or for Grown ups

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22
Wed

Walking Winter Wonderland with Kinsale heritage strolls daily at 10.30am with Dermot Ryan at the tourist office. This will be available throughout the month of December.

23
Thu

Walking Winter Wonderland with Kinsale heritage strolls daily at 10.30am with Dermot Ryan at the tourist office. This will be available throughout the month of December.

24
Fri

Santa's Magic Market Kinsale Christmas in Temperance Hall. All the family can enjoy a visit to Santa and his Very Green Elves. Enjoy your traditional visit to Santa's grotto, as well as our many arts, crafts, and information stalls. Learn how to live more sustainably this Christmas. Grotto visit €8 (Photo available €7) STALLS only €10 per day. Friday 24th 11am-6pm; Closing ceremony 4pm Christmas Eve.

Walking Winter Wonderland with Kinsale heritage strolls daily at 10.30am with Dermot Ryan at the tourist office. This will be available throughout the month of December.

Kinsale Carnival Atmosphere in the streets, music playing by all traders,carol singing.. mulled wine from 5pm to 6.20pm for guests Christmas tunes @ The Blue Haven Bar from 6pm

25
Sat

Christmas Swim @ the Pier 1pm Kinsale and District Lions Club event.

Christmas Day Lunch @ The Blue Haven Hotel, to book your table call 021 4772209 or log on to www.bluehavencollection.com for more details.

26
Sun

Tractor run from Ballinspittle through Kinsale

27
Mon

Walking Winter Wonderland with Kinsale heritage strolls daily at 10.30am with Dermot Ryan at the tourist office. This will be available throughout the month of December.

Red Sandstone Varied Productions presents- A Christmas Pageant directed by Yvonne Coughlan. A fun-filled panto style performance for the whole family. Children will love joining in with Santa, Mrs. Claus and the Elves as they battle to save Christmas from the Wicked Witch. Kinsale Christmas means you can see us at Temperance Hall- 8pm Mon 27, Tues 28 and Weds 29. €10 Adult €5 Child Tickets on door or in advance from Kinsale Health Food Store. 021-4773521

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31
Fri

BlackTie New Years Eve party with Sharon Crosbie and Crazy Chester in the Blue Haven Hotel Tickets cost €45 per person call to book now on 021 4772209 or log on to www.bluehavencollection.com for more details

January

6
Thu

Women's Little Christmas John bates and Grannie Long in The Blue Haven Bar

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