National Botanic Gardens Eco Christmas Craft Market
Visitors can explore an array of indoor and outdoor stalls featuring eco-conscious, handmade, and locally or sustainably sourced crafts. Stalls are selected for their sustainability and connection to the Gardens. Attendees can browse unique holiday gifts while enjoying the surrounding botanical setting.
Dec 12 – Dec 13, 2026 All ages
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Plan Your Visit
Hours
10am to 4pm.
Neighborhood
Glasnevin
Parking
Car parking is available but limited during busy periods; designated accessible parking is available in the car park.
Accessibility
Broad all-weather paths run throughout the gardens, the Visitor Centre and glasshouses are accessible, and wheelchairs are available on a first-come, first-served basis.
Pets
Dogs are not allowed in the Glasnevin Gardens, except guide dogs.
Location
Tips & Advice
- If applying for a stall, submit your application by October 31; successful applicants must attend both market days without arriving late or dismantling early.
- If you are a first-time stallholder, assess your stock needs carefully; the Gardens notes that many first-timers run out on the first day.
- If allocated an outdoor stall, bring a sturdy professional gazebo no larger than 3m by 3m.
- Consider taking a bus, walking or cycling, since car parking can be limited during busy periods.
- Do not send money online or through Facebook for this event; the Gardens warns that it will not collect money through those channels.
Special Events & Promotions
- The 2026 market will be smaller than previous years because of site restrictions.
Links & Contact
Run by Office of Public Works
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Frequently Asked Questions
What kinds of crafts are represented?
Stalls are assessed for eco-conscious, sustainable or locally sourced, handmade goods, and relevance to the Gardens.
Can I browse both indoor and outdoor stalls?
Yes. The market is held indoors and outdoors, with stall locations allocated case by case.
Can I apply to be a stallholder?
Applications are open until October 31, 2026. Successful applicants must attend both days and cannot arrive late or dismantle early.
What equipment do outdoor stallholders need?
Outdoor stallholders need a sturdy professional gazebo no larger than 3m by 3m.
How can I get to the Gardens, and is parking available?
The Gardens are accessible by car, bus, bicycle or on foot. Car parking is available but limited during busy periods; bus routes E1, E2, 23 and 24 pass the Gardens.
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