Waterford Winterval

21 November to 23 December: Waterford Winterval is Ireland’s largest Christmas festival. It offers a trail of over 25 different events and activities with 17 free of charge. Free events include a 3D sound and light show each evening during the festival. Visit www.winterval.ie for more.

Art demonstration

22 November: Castle Leslie Lodge in Monaghan will host an artist talk and painting demonstration by Róisín O’Farrell which will include afternoon tea. All proceeds will be donated to rebuilding the Famine-era wall in the lodge. Tickets are €50 and limited to 20 places. Email events@castleleslie.com for more.

Wizard of Oz

22 November: The magical story of the The Wizard of Oz will be performed by 9 Arch Claregalway Musical Society at the Town Hall Theatre in Galway. A great musical for all the family. Visit www.tht.ie for bookings.

Santa in Gorey

22 November to 23 December: Santa will pay a number of trips to the Kia Ora Mini Farm in Gorey, Co Wexford. Visitors can enjoy a musical light show, see the reindeer and Santa’s workshop and sing Christmas songs. There is no booking required except for large groups and school tours. See www.kiaoraminifarm.com for more.

Elf village

22 November to 31 December: Castlecomer Discovery Park will open its elf village this Saturday. The enchanting village features five art and craft houses, 20 toadstool houses, an elf tree house and a series of tiny hand-crafted windows and doors added to trees. Visit www.discoverypark.ie for more.