Emerald Park set to transform into a Winter Wonderland for Jingle Fest 2025

Emerald Park, where family traditions meet thrilling experiences, is delighted to announce the return of Jingle Fest for Christmas 2025, a festive celebration that sees Emerald Park come alive with sparkling lights and magical entertainment for all ages.

Opening on Friday November 21st, with select dates available on weekends and weekdays until December 23rd, Jingle Fest promises an unforgettable seasonal experience set against the magical backdrop of Emerald Park. With a Jingle Fest ticket (€18), guests can arrive at any time and enjoy hours of Christmas magic and festive entertainment, creativity and adventure.

Guests can begin their journey with a stroll through the Festive Fairy Woods Light Tunnel, a dazzling walkway of twinkling lights that creates the perfect Christmas atmosphere and photo opportunity. Then hop aboard the Candy Lane Singalong Train, a cheerful ride through the Jolly Junior Zone featuring favourite festive tunes led by the lively train conductor.

New for this year, visitors can experience Ireland’s largest Light-Up Horse and Carriage, a breathtaking new feature that adds an extra touch of wonder to the park’s festive landscape. Glowing with hundreds of sparkling lights, this magnificent display offers a stunning photo opportunity and a beautiful new highlight for families exploring Jingle Fest.

The Enchanted Entertainment Tent offers a vibrant hub of seasonal activities, including meet and greets with holiday characters, magical snow and bubble moments, and scheduled live performances filled with music and dance. Visitors can also enjoy gingerbread decorating, arts and crafts and the chance to create reindeer food for Santa’s sleigh team, ensuring fun and creativity for all the family.

A highlight of the day is the Merry Mayhem Live Show, a festive 25-minute panto show packed with music, laughter, and Christmas cheer. Younger visitors can continue the excitement in the Jolly Junior Zone, featuring over 10 rides and attractions, along with the Pow Wow playground, all included in the ticket price.

Beyond the festivities, the Emerald Park Zoo provides a unique addition to the experience, home to over 250 animals including big cats, lemurs, and exotic species. Families can enjoy animal encounters and strolls through Lemur Woods, combining festive joy with a touch of discovery.

Jingle Fest at Emerald Park

Guests can also visit The Lodge Restaurant, where delicious hot meals, seasonal treats and tasty cups of hot chocolate await. Sweet surprises can be found throughout the park, from classic Christmas bakes to churros and waffles, perfect for refuelling between festive activities.

For those wishing to add an extra touch of Christmas magic, visitors can pre-book the optional Santa Experience with prices starting from €10. This includes a magical meet and greet in Santa’s enchanted cabin, where each child receives a gold Christmas coin redeemable in the Present Room for a special festive gift.

Jingle Fest 2025 Dates:

November: 21st, 22nd, 23rd, 28th, 29th, 30th

December: 5th, 6th, 7th, 12th, 13th, 14th, 17th, 18th, 19th, 20th, 21st, 22nd, 23rd

For more information, opening times and to book tickets, visit EmeraldPark.ie

Slán go fóill.