Limerick on Ice

28 November to 4 January: Ireland’s longest-established skating rink is back at Arthur’s Quay in Limerick this Friday 28 November. Tickets cost €15 for adults and €13 per child. Families can skate for €50 per session. Daily sessions run from 10am until 10pm. For more information, visit www.limerickonice.com

Santa in Clare

28 November: Santa’s workshop returns to Ailwee Cave in Clare this Friday. There will be lots of entertainment throughout the day to celebrate the launch, with face-painting and the Santa train. www.aillweecave.ie

Christmas fair

29 November: Iontas Christmas Craft and Food Fair takes place in Castleblayney, Co Monaghan, this Saturday from 12pm to 5pm. Stalls will selling a selection of crafts, food, jewellery, beauty products and Christmas gifts. Visit www.iontascastleblayney.ie.

Dining with a difference

2-3 December: Sligo Park Hotel is offering the public a chance to find out what it would be like to dine at Fawlty Towers. The three-course dinner costs €45 and starts at 7.30pm. Early booking is advised. Book by calling 071-9161518 or log on to www.hawkswell.com.

Festival of Light

28-29 November: There will be plenty of free events at the Dundalk Festival of Light, with music, markets and street theatre. Fantastic lighting will be seen throughout the town of Dundalk, including lanterns, fireworks and much more. See the Facebook page for more.