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december, 2019
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Looking for Things to do in Kildare ? Redhills Adventure is set on what was once an old working farm only a few kilometers from Kildare Village, just off the
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Looking for Things to do in Kildare ? Redhills Adventure is set on what was once an old working farm only a few kilometers from Kildare Village, just off the M7 and under 35 minutes from the Red Cow roundabout.
We aim (no pun intended) to offer you an action-packed day out with a range of different to the norm, fun and safe activities. Our activities are land based soft adventure that are suitable for all fitness levels and interests.
We are open all year-round, Monday to Sunday for group bookings for eight or more and individuals can join our open tag gaming sessions every weekend so you don’t need a group.
Escape the Ordinary with a day out at Redhills Adventure Kildare!
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Year Around Event (2019)
30novAll Day22decSanta's Magical Trail: Clanard Court Hotel
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Join Santa’s elves on a wonderful journey through Santa’s Magical Trail – a fun filled experience for children young and old! We are now live and taking bookings for Santa’s Magical
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Join Santa’s elves on a wonderful journey through Santa’s Magical Trail – a fun filled experience for children young and old!
We are now live and taking bookings for Santa’s Magical Trail 2019!
See our video here
2019 Santa’s Magical Trail Prices
Infant (0-12 months) €13
Child €20
Adult €13
€3.00 Booking Fee
Our 2019 Dates will be from SATURDAY 30th NOVEMBER, then every Thursday – Sunday until SUNDAY 22nd DECEMBER 2019
Our first ever Autism Friendly Trail this year is on Wednesday 11th December – and can be booked from 10am on Thursday 3rd October – more Information can be found HERE for you.
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November 30 (Saturday) - December 22 (Sunday) GMT
30nov(nov 30)10:00 am23dec(dec 23)8:00 pmLullymore Christmas 2019
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Lullymore Heritage & Discovery Park brings you its traditional 14th annual “Lullymore Christmas” event for 2019.Santa arrives in Lullymore on Saturday 30th of
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Lullymore Heritage & Discovery Park brings you its traditional 14th annual “Lullymore Christmas” event for 2019.Santa arrives in Lullymore on Saturday 30th of November and departs for the North Pole on Monday 23rd of December 2019. A truly traditional and magical experience for both young and old as the park is transformed into a Winter Wonderland of family fun with some very special guests to entertain you along the way!
Your 2019 Christmas visit will include:
A memorable visit to Santa and a gift from the busy Elves in their workshop. Funky Forest Indoor Centre becomes a Winter Wonderland and don’t forget to have fun with the elves when you visit here! A Festive Train trip – the Lullymore Christmas Express will take you on a magical trip through an illuminated ancient woodland. Christmas Holograms in old style thatched cottage, Crib scene in Early Christian Centre and make a Christmas wish at Lullymore’s famous Fairy Bower.
Animals such as donkeys, goats and miniature horses will be in paddocks beside Indoor Centre. Welcome Santa and his merry friends as they arrive on the Lullymore Christmas Express Road Train at 10am weekends and 2pm Wednesday to Friday.
Bring some real festive magic to your Christmas with a visit to Lullymore this year!
Some helpful advice:
Website – https://www.lullymoreheritagepark.com/lullymore-christmas/
- PRICE – €20.00 per Child (INCLUDES GIFT) / €10.00 per Adult or Teen
- BABY (UNDER 2 YEARS) (INCLUDES GIFT) €12.00
- NO BOOKING REQUIRED FOR FAMILY VISITS.
- OPENING TIMES: Weekends 10am – 6pm / Fridays 2pm – 6pm
- LATE OPENINGS: Wednesdays and Thursdays 2pm – 8.30pm Dec. 4th & 5th / Dec. 11th & 12th / Dec. 18th & 19th
- PARK & EVENT – CLOSED MONDAYS & TUESDAYS.
- 1/2 PRICE ADULT ADMISSION (€5.00) PER CHILD TICKET ON WEEKDAYS (Wednes. – Fri.) during event including late openings.
- Maximum stay 1.5 to 2 hours.
- Photos not supplied. Visitors welcome to bring their own cameras.
- Last admission 1.5 hours before closing (4.30pm daily or 7pm for Late Openings).
- Santa arrives on Saturday 30th November 2019 at 10 am and will depart to the North Pole on Monday 23rd of December 2019 at 6 pm (Closed Christmas Eve).
- Peak times: Last 2 weekends of event (Some Queuing expected).
- Off Peak: Midweek & late evenings as above.
- The outdoor play area and adventure golf are closed during Christmas event for health and safety reasons.
- Park will be closed to the Public from 24th December 2019 to 24th January 2020 – Reopens Saturday 25th January 2020.
- Please arrive early especially at weekends and for more information on the event and on late openings or midweek times please call us on 045 870238.
Contact us @ 045 870238 during office hours for more information
or for school/pre-school/tour group bookings
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November 30 (Saturday) 10:00 am - December 23 (Monday) 8:00 pm
01dec10:52 am5:00 pmDECEMBER “Pop UP” Art Exhibition - a collaboration of local community Artists
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Following on from FOUR successful POP UP ART exhibitions held between 2018 & 2019 , a collaboration of local Artists of all Genres will come together again to showcase
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Following on from FOUR successful POP UP ART exhibitions held between 2018 & 2019 , a collaboration of local Artists of all Genres will come together again to showcase their work at the December “Pop Up” Art Exhibition in the beautifully restored Historic Newbridge Town Hall on Sunday 1st December 2019 from 10 am – 5pm
Eilis Kavanagh, a native of Newbridge town, whose work is inspired by the beauty of the local countryside and bog lands, and who is the force behind these exhibitions believes that the Town Hall is the perfect venue for these community events. Eilis is overwhelmed by the amount and standard of local talent and is delighted to facilitate local artists the opportunity to come together and showcase their work in the beautifully restored historic Newbridge Town Hall. This free community event allows the community have a twofold experience of visiting the Historic Town Hall and viewing the amazing display of Art.
This is a great opportunity for all art lovers to come along, free of charge and view the work of so many talented Artists. Entry is free and all are welcome, so why not come along between 10am and 5pm on Sunday 1st December 2019 and enjoy this unique opportunity to view and even purchase an original piece of art just in time for Christmas.
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(Sunday) 10:52 am - 5:00 pm
01dec1:00 pmFestive Afternoon Tea at Cliff at Lyons
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Meet up with friends and family for your Christmas catch-up and enjoy this indulgent treat. Create a very special day out with loved ones or old friends, enjoying a sumptuous selection
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Meet up with friends and family for your Christmas catch-up and enjoy this indulgent treat.
Create a very special day out with loved ones or old friends, enjoying a sumptuous selection of sandwiches, sweet treats, speciality teas and coffees served in Shackleton Mill.
Soft Waterford blaas stuffed with smoked turkey, ham and bread sauce mayonnaise, fresh crab on home baked Guinness and chestnut breads, plump fruitcake with a Jameson and orange glaze, trifle created with pineapple, coconut and rum, just a few of the delicious teatime treats on offer, along with a complimentary glass of mulled wine.
Reservations are essential, book at table here.
Dates available:
1st December
15th December
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(Sunday) 1:00 pm
01dec1:00 pm31(dec 31)1:00 amChristmas Party Nights at the Glenroyal Hotel
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Did someone put you in charge of the Christmas party this year? Have no fear, the Glenroyal Hotel have you sorted! Enjoy a mulled wine
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Did someone put you in charge of the Christmas party this year? Have no fear, the Glenroyal Hotel have you sorted! 
Enjoy a mulled wine drinks reception in the newly refurbished Arkle Bar & Restaurant followed by a delicious festive meal in our chandeliered Corrib Suite ballroom with music from The Black Knights.
For more information, please phone 01 210 6246 or email events@glenroyal.ie
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1 (Sunday) 1:00 pm - 31 (Tuesday) 1:00 am
03dec4:00 pmEnchanted Lights at Kildare Village
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Enchanted Lights at Kildare Village, everyday from 4pm. Remember that wonderful Christmassy feeling from your childhood? The tingling sense of anticipation, the growing excitement, that joyous feeling that anything and everything
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Enchanted Lights at Kildare Village, everyday from 4pm.
Remember that wonderful Christmassy feeling from your childhood? The tingling sense of anticipation, the growing excitement, that joyous feeling that anything and everything is possible.
This year at Kildare Village, we’re bringing that magic back. Enchanted Lights brings Kildare Village to life in a spellbinding show of interactive colour, light and sound.
Enchanted Lights will take place every ten minutes from 4pm daily throughout the festive season.
Join us as magic abounds with each element of the show unveiling spellbinding wonders that quite simply can take your breath away. It’s bright. It’s brilliant. It’s a spectacular light show not to be missed!
Make memories to last a lifetime this Christmas during this complimentary lighting experience.
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(Tuesday) 4:00 pm
07dec8:00 pm10:00 pmMusic from the Movies at Castletown House
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Music from the Movies 'with a twist’! Join sopranos Donna Gallagher and Joan O'Malley, tenor Owen Gilhooley, with Annalisa Monticelli on piano, Rebecca Draisey- Collishaw on oboe and Elaine Clarke on
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Music from the Movies ‘with a twist’!
Join sopranos Donna Gallagher and Joan O’Malley, tenor Owen Gilhooley, with Annalisa Monticelli on piano, Rebecca Draisey- Collishaw on oboe and Elaine Clarke on violin, for an evening of songs and music from classic films such as ‘Oh Brother Where Art Thou?’, ‘Amélie’, ‘Priscilla Queen of the Desert’, and ‘The Favourite’ in the Hunting Room.
Also featuring Anam Chamber Choir.
Date And Time
Sat, 7 December 2019
20:00 – 22:00 GMT
Location
Castletown House
Celbridge
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(Saturday) 8:00 pm - 10:00 pm
10dec4:00 pmEnchanted Lights at Kildare Village
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Enchanted Lights at Kildare Village, everyday from 4pm. Remember that wonderful Christmassy feeling from your childhood? The tingling sense of anticipation, the growing excitement, that joyous feeling that anything and everything
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Enchanted Lights at Kildare Village, everyday from 4pm.
Remember that wonderful Christmassy feeling from your childhood? The tingling sense of anticipation, the growing excitement, that joyous feeling that anything and everything is possible.
This year at Kildare Village, we’re bringing that magic back. Enchanted Lights brings Kildare Village to life in a spellbinding show of interactive colour, light and sound.
Enchanted Lights will take place every ten minutes from 4pm daily throughout the festive season.
Join us as magic abounds with each element of the show unveiling spellbinding wonders that quite simply can take your breath away. It’s bright. It’s brilliant. It’s a spectacular light show not to be missed!
Make memories to last a lifetime this Christmas during this complimentary lighting experience.
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(Tuesday) 4:00 pm
11decAll DaySanta's Magical Trail Autism Friendly Day
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Join Santa’s elves on a wonderful journey through Santa’s Magical Trail – a fun filled experience for children young and old! We are now live and taking bookings for Santa’s Magical
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Join Santa’s elves on a wonderful journey through Santa’s Magical Trail – a fun filled experience for children young and old!
We are now live and taking bookings for Santa’s Magical Trail 2019!
2019 Santa’s Magical Trail Prices
Infant (0-12 months) €13
Child €20
Adult €13
€3.00 Booking Fee
Our 2019 Dates will be from SATURDAY 30th NOVEMBER, then every Thursday – Sunday until SUNDAY 22nd DECEMBER 2019
Our first ever Autism Friendly Trail this year is on Wednesday 11th December – and can be booked from 10am on Thursday 3rd October – more Information can be found HERE for you.
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All Day (Wednesday) GMT
15dec1:00 pmFestive Afternoon Tea at Cliff at Lyons
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Meet up with friends and family for your Christmas catch-up and enjoy this indulgent treat. Create a very special day out with loved ones or old friends, enjoying a sumptuous selection
more
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Meet up with friends and family for your Christmas catch-up and enjoy this indulgent treat.
Create a very special day out with loved ones or old friends, enjoying a sumptuous selection of sandwiches, sweet treats, speciality teas and coffees served in Shackleton Mill.
Soft Waterford blaas stuffed with smoked turkey, ham and bread sauce mayonnaise, fresh crab on home baked Guinness and chestnut breads, plump fruitcake with a Jameson and orange glaze, trifle created with pineapple, coconut and rum, just a few of the delicious teatime treats on offer, along with a complimentary glass of mulled wine.
Reservations are essential, book at table here.
Dates available:
15th December
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(Sunday) 1:00 pm
15dec6:43 pm9:43 pmA Christmas Winter Ball with The Swing Cats
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The Osprey Hotel presents: A Christmas Winter Ball with The Swing Cats Following the successful sell-out of the Olympia Theatre
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The Osprey Hotel presents: A Christmas Winter Ball with The Swing Cats
Following the successful sell-out of the Olympia Theatre and National Concert Hall, we are proud to announce The Swing Cats will be bringing their hour-long “THE STORY OF SWING” show, which was featured on Virgin One to the Osprey Hotel on the 15th of December 2019.
This is a chance to enjoy a fine festive evening with great people, dinner in our beautiful ballroom and performances from Ireland’s biggest swing band, The Swing Cats joined by Voice Uk’s Semi-Finalist Lauren Lapsley-Browne.
This high energy swing show is going to be one to remember with tickets starting from just €37.50 per person, take full advantage of it while you still can.
Our packages are as follows:
Late entry to the event (Live show Only) – €37.50
Early entry to the event with dinner and live show – €72.50
Early entry to the event with dinner, live show, overnight stay and breakfast – €125.00
Dress code: Neat dress is essential
Dinner is a beautifully prepared 3-course meal
Free parking on hotel premises for all guests
Special overnight accommodation rates are available for this event.
For more info please see www.ospreyhotel.ie
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(Sunday) 6:43 pm - 9:43 pm
17dec4:00 pmEnchanted Lights at Kildare Village
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Enchanted Lights at Kildare Village, everyday from 4pm. Remember that wonderful Christmassy feeling from your childhood? The tingling sense of anticipation, the growing excitement, that joyous feeling that anything and everything
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Event Details
Enchanted Lights at Kildare Village, everyday from 4pm.
Remember that wonderful Christmassy feeling from your childhood? The tingling sense of anticipation, the growing excitement, that joyous feeling that anything and everything is possible.
This year at Kildare Village, we’re bringing that magic back. Enchanted Lights brings Kildare Village to life in a spellbinding show of interactive colour, light and sound.
Enchanted Lights will take place every ten minutes from 4pm daily throughout the festive season.
Join us as magic abounds with each element of the show unveiling spellbinding wonders that quite simply can take your breath away. It’s bright. It’s brilliant. It’s a spectacular light show not to be missed!
Make memories to last a lifetime this Christmas during this complimentary lighting experience.
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(Tuesday) 4:00 pm
20decAll DayPat Shortt "Hey" Show - Friday 20th December 2019
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For the ideal Christmas night out with family, friends or work colleagues, join us on Friday 20th December to see Pat Shortt - back with his hilarious stage show called
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For the ideal Christmas night out with family, friends or work colleagues, join us on Friday 20th December to see Pat Shortt – back with his hilarious stage show called ‘Hey!’ Following the sell-out successes of ‘The Hall’, ‘Selfie’ and ‘How’s Tings?’ and fresh from starring roles in the hit play ‘A Skull In Connemara’ and the film ‘The Belly of The Whale’, Ireland’s best loved comedian takes to the road with his quirky look at Irish life. Hey! is a rogue’s gallery of odd ball characters, bizarre situations and even a song or two. Pat promises a whole raft of new characters and also promises to get “down and dirty with the audience!” The delivers a peculiar take on modern life that only the unique imagination of Pat Shortt could conjure up. Tickets are €28. Why not make a night of it and enjoy a two course pre-show dinner, tickets to the show and overnight accommodation with Full Irish Breakfast the following mor ing from just €198 for two people sharing! To buy your tickets or book the package contact the hotel on 045 989900 or via email to info@westgrovehotel.com
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All Day (Friday)
21dec3:30 pmFestive Outdoor Movie Night at the Court Yard Hotel
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As the kids prepare for Christmas why not pop down to the Festive Outdoor Movie Night at the Court Yard Hotel on Saturday, 21st December! With a screening of
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As the kids prepare for Christmas why not pop down to the Festive Outdoor Movie Night at the Court Yard Hotel on Saturday, 21st December!
With a screening of the Christmas Classic The Grinch, it’s a sure evening to get everyone in the festive spirit!
The Courtyard Hotel are delighted to be hosting another outdoor movie and it is guaranteed to be a firm family favourite after the success of their last Halloween screening, Hocus Pocus!
Hot Chocolate | Popcorn | Bean Bags | Hotdogs
The event will take place from 3.30pm and will have lots of fun & unique elements such as cinema treats, bean bags, hot chocolate etc. Free entry.
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(Saturday) 3:30 pm
24dec4:00 pmEnchanted Lights at Kildare Village
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Enchanted Lights at Kildare Village, everyday from 4pm. Remember that wonderful Christmassy feeling from your childhood? The tingling sense of anticipation, the growing excitement, that joyous feeling that anything and everything
more
Event Details
Enchanted Lights at Kildare Village, everyday from 4pm.
Remember that wonderful Christmassy feeling from your childhood? The tingling sense of anticipation, the growing excitement, that joyous feeling that anything and everything is possible.
This year at Kildare Village, we’re bringing that magic back. Enchanted Lights brings Kildare Village to life in a spellbinding show of interactive colour, light and sound.
Enchanted Lights will take place every ten minutes from 4pm daily throughout the festive season.
Join us as magic abounds with each element of the show unveiling spellbinding wonders that quite simply can take your breath away. It’s bright. It’s brilliant. It’s a spectacular light show not to be missed!
Make memories to last a lifetime this Christmas during this complimentary lighting experience.
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(Tuesday) 4:00 pm
28decAll DayWatch Keith Barry perform LIVE at the Glenroyal Hotel
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Magician, hypnotist, mentalist, escapologist and biometric hacker. Watch Keith Barry perform LIVE at the Glenroyal Hotel on Saturday the 28th of December 2019. Tickets now on sale at Hotel Reception
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Magician, hypnotist, mentalist, escapologist and biometric hacker. Watch Keith Barry perform LIVE at the Glenroyal Hotel on Saturday the 28th of December 2019. Tickets now on sale at Hotel Reception at €34. DARE to watch the mentalist at work! To book an overnight stay, click here https://secure.glenroyal.ie/bookings/specials/keith-barry-insanity-show-overnight-package
28 December 2019
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All Day (Saturday)
31dec01janNYE 1920s Masquerade Ball with the Glenroyal Hotel
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RING IN THE NEW YEAR WITH A TOUCH OF 1920s GLAMOUR Add a touch of the mystery and masquerade at the Glenroyal Hotel as we invite you
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RING IN THE NEW YEAR WITH A TOUCH OF 1920s GLAMOUR
Add a touch of the mystery and masquerade at the Glenroyal Hotel as we invite you to revisit the Roaring 20s in style at our New Year’s Eve 1920s Masquerade Ball!
Our luxurious New Year’s Eve experience will ensure the we put the “Royal” in Glenroyal.
On your Red Carpet arrival, you will be greeted with a glass of Prosecco, before entering our glamourous Corrib Suite ballroom. Enjoy a scrumptious 5 course gala dinner at 8pm followed by live music from The Black Knights.
To ring in the New Year 2020, each guest will receive a glass of Prosecco- nothing like bubbles and fizz to celebrate!
Our Late Bar will be open as you continue dancing through the night with our Resident Late-night DJ.
Dress Attire: 1920s Glamour/Black Tie
Price: €60.00 per person
Don’t forget your masks!
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December 31 (Tuesday) 7:00 pm - January 1 (Wednesday) 2:00 am
31dec01janNew Year’s Eve with at Palmerstown House
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Celebrate New Year’s Eve with at Palmerstown House, a jam-packed evening filled with music, dancing and banter until the countdown into the New Year begins! Tuesday, 31 December 2019 from 20:00-02:30
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Celebrate New Year’s Eve with at Palmerstown House, a jam-packed evening filled with music, dancing and banter until the countdown into the New Year begins!
Tuesday, 31 December 2019 from 20:00-02:30
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December 31 (Tuesday) 8:00 pm - January 1 (Wednesday) 2:30 am
31dec01janNew Year's Eve Celebration Ball 2019 at Osprey Hotel
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Ring in the New Year with Osprey Hotel this festive season. Celebrate the start of 2019 in the Osprey ballroom among friends and family in an evening of glitz & glamour,
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Ring in the New Year with Osprey Hotel this festive season.
Celebrate the start of 2019 in the Osprey ballroom among friends and family in an evening of glitz & glamour, while enjoying our delicious five-course dinner menu and the entertainment from our band, Poplife.
Osprey will supply the atmosphere for an unforgettable night! What better way to start your New Year than with us?
Package price: €75 per person.
What’s included in the NYE party package?
- Prosecco reception on arrival from 7pm
- 5 Course Seasonal Menu from 8pm
- Band ‘Poplife’ and DJ until late
- Prosecco to ring in the New Year
- Spot Prizes on the night
- Dress Code: Dress to Impress
How to book
A non-refundable deposit of €20.00 per person is required to confirm your place.
Contact our team at events@osprey.ie or call 045 881111
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December 31 (Tuesday) 8:00 pm - January 1 (Wednesday) 1:00 am
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