Christmas Crackers: 21 fun things to do this festive season

Mark your diaries. Ruth O’Connor rounds up the top Christmas events for the month ahead

Dublin Zoo's Wild Lights has returned once again this winter with an exciting new theme. Picture: Patrick Bolger

1. Christmas at the Movies - The National Concert Hall

Don’t stay Home Alone this Christmas. Join the Dublin Concert Orchestra and the Irish Youth Choir for a magical concert of classic film scores performed live on stage. Featuring tunes from family favourites including Elf, White Christmas and The Polar Express it’s bound to get you in the festive mood.