‘Dublin Winter Lights’ switched on for the festive season
Dublin City Council is pleased to announce that the ‘Dublin Winter Lights’ were formally switched on last night (Tuesday, 15th of November) and will remain to dazzle our city until the 1st of January 2023.
There will be six locations across Dublin city that will be transformed with vibrant projections and lighting displays, including the Samuel Beckett Bridge, Merrion Square Park, and the for the first time ever, the Spire and a Viking Boat being lit up on the Liffey.
All locations will be part of a walking trail map, where people can find a starting point to see all the installations and provides a unique and interactive adventure for families! Alongside this, there is a children’s story book about the adventures of Rua, the red squirrel – a QR code is located at each location to let you read and listen to the next chapter.
This year, Dublin winter lights is keeping sustainability in mind, with all installations are powered by using hydrotreated vegetable oil (HVO), an alternative to fossil fuel. Dublin City Council states “The power used to light The Spire is comparable to that used in a domestic iron (1800w)” and “A toaster (900w) uses the same power as we’re using on the Millennium Bridge, while Smithfield Sq will be illuminated using the same amount of power as a dishwasher (3000w).”
The Lord Mayor of Dublin, Caroline Conroy said “Christmas really is a magical time for everyone and what better way to get you into the festive spirit than to visit this year’s Dublin Winter Lights,” Conroy also mentions “Whether you’re five or 85, I guarantee you’ll enjoy it. So come on into town, visit the lights and feel the magic this Christmas.”
All 16 locations are:
- Windmill Digital Hub
- Bridgefoot Street Park
- Smithfield Square
- Wolfe Tone Square
- Millenium Bridge
- Liffey Viking Boat
- Barnardo Square (Children’s Art Competition)
- The Spire (from Nov 19)
- O’Connell Street Monuments
- Custom House
- Georges Dock
- Triumphal Arch
- Samuel Beckett Bridge
- Seán O’Casey Bridge
- Mansion House (from the 3rd of December)
- and Merrion Square Park (from the 1st of December)
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