The Wexford Winterland Festival began last Saturday when Santa Claus led his parade to Wexford Town’s Bullring, where he switched on the festive lights. As the festival continues throughout the Christmas period, locals and visitors can expect a range of events and amenities, including periods of free parking and on-street Christmas music.
Wexford on Ice, sponsored by Sports Savers, has brought an ice rink to Wexford Quay. The rink sits inside a large marquee surrounded by Christmas trees and fairy lights. Inside this Christmas village, a hot food kiosk sells hot dogs, burgers, and drinks. Prices for the ice rink are as follows:
- Child: €10 (Monday – Thursday). €12 (Friday – Sunday).
- Adult: €12 (Monday – Thursday). €14 (Friday – Sunday).
- Family of three: €30 (Monday – Thursday). €35 (Friday – Sunday).
- Family of four: €35 (Monday – Thursday). €40 (Friday – Sunday).
From Monday 22 December, days during the Christmas holidays will be priced the same as weekend days. Thursday 18 December will be the last day for regular midweek prices.
Several retail outlets will remain open until 9pm each Thursday in the run-up to Christmas. To facilitate Christmas shopping, the council has set aside two periods of free public parking: every Tuesday from 11am onward and every Thursday from 5pm onward. The free parking applies to County Council car parks and on-street parking spots.
On Friday 12 December, the Selskar Under The Stars venue will open in Selskar Square. The venue will host several films, bands, and family events. Events include:
- Mick Flannery
- The Dublin Gospel Choir
- Showings of Christmas films such as “Home Alone,” “Miracle on 34th Street,” “The Muppet Christmas Carol,” “The Snowman,” and “Arthur Christmas.”
- Corner Boy
- The Gateway Orchestra
- Irish stand-up comedian Neil Delamere
- The Strypes
For tickets or more information, visit the Wexford Winterland website. Tickets are also available at the Wexford Winterland Box Office on Wexford’s North Main Street, at the top of Anne Street. Wexford County Council organised the festival in association with Wexford Chamber, Wexford People, the Wexford Retail Committee, and Lantern Events.