Richmond Barracks Christmas Fair returns!

Dublin City Council is delighted to announce the return of the annual two-day Christmas Fair at Richmond Barracks in Inchicore. 

Come enjoy some free festive fun on Saturday 30 November and Sunday 1 December from 11am to 5pm in this beautiful setting.  

Along with an impressive line-up of vendor stalls, there will also be free creative workshops and entertainment for all ages as well as an array of food and drinks.

35 artists, creators, designers and makers will be selling unique Christmas gifts in the Richmond Barracks hall. Examples include: 

• Enagh Farrell’s original art and illustrative prints
• Gráinne Murray’s unique hand-crafted silver jewellery with a splash of colour
• Stunning stained glass artworks including Christmas decorations from talented artist Kerryming Sun 
• Intricate hand embroidered pieces inspired by Ireland's history, culture and landscape from ‘be alice’
• Luxury vegan confectionery handcrafted in Ireland by Chocolatey Clare. 

Don’t forget our furry friends, the Woofing Oven will have gourmet celebration dog treats and cakes on offer. 

Throughout the weekend, visitors can try out free festive creative workshops for all ages, including Christmas cookie making, garland making, Christmas bauble making using upcycled materials, skincare from foraged ingredients, and embroidery. 

You can even learn to design and print your own Christmas cards and wrapping paper. Children can also try out dance workshops and get cosy for a special Christmas storytime, where teddy bears are welcome to join in!  Each workshop is facilitated by an experienced artist or teacher from the Culture Connects programme, running throughout the year.  

For the full list of vendors and workshops, visit the Richmond Barracks website.

Delicious hot food and warm drinks will be available from a range of food trucks in the garden, while FoodCloud Kitchen will be serving a daily menu of winter-warming dishes created with seasonal ingredients sourced from Irish suppliers. FoodCloud Kitchen is the Irish non-profit tackling the issues of food waste and food insecurity by connecting businesses that have surplus food to communities that can use it. 

In the garden entertainment includes St James’s Brass and Reed Band, the Bubble Guys and the Sing and Tonics. 

Admission to the Richmond Barracks Christmas Fair and all workshops are free. The building is wheelchair and buggy-accessible. Dogs are welcome too.  

Have yourself a creative Christmas at Richmond Barracks!

For latest updates about the Richmond Barracks Christmas Fair, please visit the Richmond Barracks website.