Light Up Nenagh 2025
It’s time to have yourself a merry little Christmas! As part of Tipperary County Council’s ongoing initiative to promote Nenagh town as a go-to Christmas destination Nenagh Live, Nenagh 800, Nenagh Tourist Office, Nenagh Chamber of Commerce, Tipperary County Council and Spain AV present a month-long extravaganza of live Christmas entertainment.
Light up Nenagh and Christmas at the Castle Director of Events, David Spain, said: “Each year we strive to present the people of Nenagh with a fun and varied programme of free fun entertainment to suit all ages and tastes. This year we have a fabulous line up of local and international talent and events. We have something for everyone to enjoy so we encourage you all to come along and hang out, enjoy the music, the entertainment and celebrate all that’s wonderful about Nenagh town.”
Beginning with Light Up Nenagh 2025 on Sunday, November 30, the magic of Christmas will descend upon Nenagh when the Christmas lights will be officially switched on. Hosted by Trudi Lalor, this year’s entertainment will suit all ages and musical tastes. Nenagh’s very own annual outdoor festive concert will begin at 3pm and will feature some of Nenagh’s most talented performers along with Mamma Mia, Ireland’s No1 Abba tribute show, JP’s Gigantic Video Disco, Christmas Karaoke, Santa Claus and Mickey and Minnie Mouse amongst others making a festive appearance.
A symphony of characters, costumes, children’s entertainment, musicians and dancers will be performing live on the main stage. With this in mind this year’s event will feature our largest production yet with an outdoor stage and gigantic LED video screen. The Christmas Lights will be switched on at 5.30pm. Followed by lighting the Tree of Remembrance at Nenagh Courthouse at 6.15pm.
Please note on Sunday, Pearse Street from the Market Cross to the junction with Kickham St will be closed to traffic from 7.30am – 9.30pm.
Beginning on Thursday, December 11, at 5pm the Christmas at the Castle Garden Experience is a fantastic mixture of light displays, projections, interactive elements and music creating a wonderous walking trail through the illuminated grounds of Nenagh Castle. Entry is free and is suitable for all ages, it is a wonderful Christmas experience, ideal for family and friends near and far. The Christmas Experience at Nenagh Castle and Gardens has grown to become one of Ireland’s most loved and sought after Christmas events.
On December 13 and 14 we are delighted to present ‘Christmas at the Castle’, Nenagh’s annual two-day Christmas festival and market. Complete with music, family entertainment, stall holders, local food vendors and our biggest Christmas Funfair to date. On Sunday, December 14, you can dance the afternoon away with international country superstar Declan Nerney and his band live at the Nenagh Castle Marquee. Doors open at 1.45pm and remember, admission is completely free!
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