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Smithfield Square
Nov 28 – Jan 04

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Smithfield Square Nov 28 – Jan 04

Frequently Asked Questions

General Information

Discover the essentials — from opening hours to accessibility and sensory-friendly sessions.

TwinkleTown is located in Dublin City Centre at Smithfield Square.

Daily opening hours are 11am–9pm Monday to Friday and 10am–9pm Saturday & Sunday from November 28th – January 4th.

TwinkleTown, in partnership with Dublin City Council, opens from November 28th – January 4th.

You don’t need tickets to enter TwinkleTown, but you’ll need them for Santo Panto, the Ice Rink, Ferris Wheel, and Fairground Rides.

We recommend booking tickets for Santo Panto and the Ice Rink online at twinkletown.ie to avoid missing out!

Ferris Wheel and Fairground tickets can be purchased at the event.

Yes. The event is accessible for people using wheelchairs and those with special needs.

Please let us know upon booking if you have specific accessibility needs by contacting info@twinkletown.ie.

Please note: the market area has a cobblestone surface.

Yes, sensory-friendly sessions are available for both Santo Panto and Ice Rink.

  • Santo Panto: 10am each day the show runs.

  • Ice Rink sessions:

    • Sat, 29th Nov – 11:00

    • Wed, 3rd Dec – 11:00

    • Sun, 14th Dec – 11:00

    • Sat, 20th Dec – 11:00

      We recommend booking these sessions in advance.

Yes — dogs are welcome in the general market area.

However, assistance dogs are not permitted on the Ice Rink (surface too cold for paws) but are welcome in the Spiegeltent.

If you require assistance, carers may attend free of charge — please email info@twinkletown.ie 48 hours in advance.

You can book tickets easily in advance at www.twinkletown.ie.

Tickets are required for:

  • Santo Panto

  • Ice Rink

  • Ferris Wheel

  • Fairground Rides

Santo Panto and Ice Rink tickets can be booked online, while Ferris Wheel and Fairground Ride tickets are available on the day.

Your tickets will be emailed to you immediately after purchase.

Yes, tickets can be bought at the on-site Box Office, subject to availability.

Pre-booking online is recommended to guarantee entry.

Tickets are non-refundable and non-transferable unless the event is cancelled by the organisers, or as outlined in our Refund Policy.

If you’re running late, please contact our customer service team as soon as possible.

We’ll do our best to accommodate you, but entry to certain attractions (like Santo Panto) cannot be guaranteed once your timeslot has started.

Please arrive 20 minutes before your allocated time.

Yes, carers can attend free of charge (subject to availability).

A valid carer’s card is required, and we ask carers to email info@twinkletown.ie at least 48 hours in advance to confirm a suitable time slot.

Tickets & Bookings

Everything you need to know about securing your tickets and planning your visit to TwinkleTown’s magical attractions.

Ice Rink

Glide, spin, and sparkle! Here’s everything you need to know about the TwinkleTown Ice Rink.

Each session lasts 45 minutes. Please arrive 15 minutes early.

Yes, ice skates are provided free of charge.

No, skate aids cost €5 each and are available on a first-come, first-served basis.

Children under 12 must be accompanied by an adult on the ice.

Children under 3 are not permitted on the rink.

The rink is located inside a marquee — please dress warmly.

Every Saturday & Sunday in December from 10am–7pm, and daily on Dec 20th–23rd.

Each show lasts approximately 20 minutes.

20 minutes.

We recommend arriving 20 minutes before your slot for seating.

Seats are unallocated and filled on a first-come, first-served basis.

Yes! We recommend booking Santo Panto first, and the Ice Rink for one hour later to allow enough time between the two.

Santo Panto

Step into our merry world of festive fun — find showtimes, seating, and all the jolly details here.

Getting Here & Accessibility

Plan your trip to Smithfield Square — whether by bus, car, or sleigh!

You can take several Dublin Bus routes — see our list of routes below. 

Bus lines to Smithfield in Dublin: 83, Bachelors Walk

  • 83A, Charlestown
  • 782, Custom House Quay
  • S2, Heuston Station
  • 26, Merrion Square
  • 37, Wilton Terrace
  • 39, Ongar
  • 39A, UCD
  • 51D, Woodford Hill
  • 60, John Rogerson Quay
  • 69, Poolbeg St
  • 69X, Poolbeg St
  • 70, Bachelors Walk
  • 145, Ballywaltrim
  • C1, Adamstown Station
  • C2, Adamstown Station
  • C3, Ringsend Road
  • C4, Ringsend Road
  • C5, Maynooth
  • C6, Ringsend Road

Bus stops near Smithfield in Dublin:
St Michan’s Church, 3 min walk

Arran Quay, 3 min walk

Blackhall Place, 5 min walk

Usher’s Quay, 6 min walk

Merchant’s Quay, 6 min walk

You can also walk 25 minutes from Heuston Station or take any of the following buses: 145, S2, 52, C1, C2, C3, C4 and a Red Line Luas. (All 4 min walk after or 2 minutes from the Luas)

You can find nearby parking options and directions below. 

 

  • Park Rite Smithfield (3 min walk)

     

  • The Hardwicke Car Park (7 min walk)

     

  • Four Courts Car Park (9 min walk)

     

  • Parnell Car Park (13 min walk)

     

  • Jervis Street Car Park (14 min walk)

     

  • Moore Lane Car Park (14 min walk)

     

  • Ilac Car Park (16 min walk)

     

  • Christchurch Car Park (17 min walk)

     

  • Fleet Street Car Park (21 min walk)

     

  • The Spire Car Park (24 min walk)

Applications can be made by completing [this form for Arts & Crafts] and [this form for Hot Food & Drink.] 

You’ll need to log in with a Google / Gmail account to access it.

If your question isn’t answered in our FAQs or T&Cs, email info@twinkletown.ie — we’re happy to help!

Traders & Contact

Interested in joining the magic? Here’s how to apply or get in touch with our team.

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