The Giving Tree
Visitors, families, and school children can create handmade Christmas tree decorations and bring them to place on the Giving Tree. For every decoration hung on the tree, a donation is made by City Square Shopping Centre to support families facing homelessness.
Nov 13 – Dec 23, 2026 All ages Free.
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Hours
Nov 13: 9am - 9pm; Nov 14-15: 9am - 6pm; Nov 20-21: 9am - 9pm; Nov 22: 9am - 6pm; Nov 27: 9am - 6pm; Nov 28-29: 9am - 9pm; Dec 4-5: 9am - 6pm; Dec 6: 9am - 9pm; Dec 10: 9am - 9pm; Dec 11-12: 9am - 6pm; Dec 13: 9am - 9pm; Dec 17-18: 9am - 6pm; Dec 19-23: times vary by date as listed on the page.
Neighborhood
Waterford City Centre
Location
Tips & Advice
- Make a Christmas tree decoration and bring it along, since participants hang their own decorations on the tree.
- Check the listed date’s opening hours before visiting because hours vary across the event dates.
- Bring children or arrange a school visit to take part in the activity, which welcomes families, schools and children.
- If you are planning a group visit, choose one of the listed dates when the tree is in place throughout Winterval.
Special Events & Promotions
- Free participation for visitors making and hanging a decoration.
Links & Contact
Run by Winterval
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Frequently Asked Questions
Who can take part in The Giving Tree?
Families, local schools and children are invited to make Christmas tree decorations and bring them to the tree.
What do participants do with their decorations?
Hang a handmade decoration on the tree; City Square Shopping Centre makes a donation to Tinteán Housing Association for every decoration hung.
Do I need to bring a decoration with me?
The activity is to create decorations and bring them to the tree; the event information does not specify whether materials are provided.
Is there a cost to participate?
The Giving Tree is free to take part in.
How long is the Giving Tree available?
It is in place throughout Winterval, with listed dates from November 13 through December 23; opening hours vary by date.
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