Christmas

December 23rd 2025

Christmas Music & Craft Workshop

Make Your Own Jingle Bells

 Childrens Christmas Music & Craft Workshop 

Saturday December 23rd 2025 at 2pm

 

Join us at King John’s Castle this Christmas for a fun and creative music and craft workshop for children aged 5 to 12

Children will explore the joyful sounds of bells while learning about the history of Jingle Bells and the role bells played in Irish churches monasteries villages and castles

During the session children will create their own jingle bell instrument decorate and personalise it learn easy rhythm patterns through music play and take part in a fun castle parade using their new bells

Children will take home their handmade instrument and a new understanding of how bells have connected communities throughout Irish history and Christmas traditions

All children must be accompanied by a parent or guardian during the workshop

Places are limited and early booking is recommended

Perfect for families looking for children’s Christmas activities in Limerick and festive events at King John’s Castle

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