In pictures: Christmas lights shine bright across Ireland

Here's a selection of festive photos from events that took place in Cork, Killarney, Clifden, Kilkenny and elsewhere

The statue of the Michael Collins in front of the 30ft Ferris wheel on Cork City's Grand Parade. Picture: Darragh Kane

There was plenty of Christmas spirit over the weekend as people gathered across the country for light switch ons, merriment and good cheer. 

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