Visitor FAQ's

Please check out the FAQ section before visiting if you can any queries about the event.

Frequently Asked Questions

The Christmas Shopping Expo is the new, annual, retail event aimed at Christmas shoppers in the Greater Dublin area. The event provides a fun, vibrant and exciting environment where Christmas shoppers can get all their Christmas shopping done in one go. We take great pride in organising a premium event to connect some of Ireland’s top retail brands and numerous indigenous retailers with a large attendance of eager shoppers seeking to get everything done in one go. Need a present for mum, dad, brothers, sisters, loved ones or children? It can all be found at The Christmas Shopping Expo.

When is Christmas Shopping Expo 2024?

Christmas Shopping Expo 2024 will be on Saturday the 7th and Sunday the 8th of December.

What are the event times?

9:30am-6pm both days

Where will Christmas Shopping Expo 2024 take place?

The event will be held inside Sport Ireland's National Indoor Arena, Blanchardstown.

Is this a ticketed event?

Yes, this is a ticketed event for both days. Please find prices and options by clicking here.

Is there parking?

Yes, there will be free parking in the Sport Ireland National Indoor Arena car park

Is there a room to check bags and coats?

Yes, there will be an option to hand your bag or coat in while attending the event. €2 per item for storage.

Will there be somewhere to eat at Christmas Shopping Expo 2024?

There will be food vendors inside the exhibitor hall, outside serving from food trucks and Sport Ireland have their own cafe with food for sale within the lobby if the National Indoor Arena.

Will there be alcohol sold on the premises?

No. Sport Ireland do not allow any alcohol on the premises.

Is Christmas Shopping Expo suitable for children?

Yes. Christmas Shopping Expo is suitable for people of all ages and will have a diverse range goods and services to please everyone.

Will there be additional entertainment on the weekend?

Yes. In addition to the exhibitor stalls there will be entertainment such as live music, product demos, cooking tutorials, carols, toy shows, Classic Hits & Christmas FM takeover and a visit from Santa Claus.

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