Holiday Events
2025 Annual Holiday Tree Lighting
December 4, 2025
6:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.
Dublin Civic Center (100 Civic Plaza)
Experience the festive energy of the lighting of the holiday tree at the Dublin Civic Center. Local school choirs and bands set the stage with amazing performances, leading up to the illumination of our 30-foot tree! The event will feature the Clover Express, arts and crafts, Letters to Santa, and a cozy booth serving hot chocolate and cookies.
Breakfast with Santa
December 6, 2025
8:30 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
Shannon Community Center (11600 Shannon Ave.)
Families are invited to enjoy a delicious hot pancake breakfast served with sausage, fruit, coffee, and juice, followed by the arrival of Santa Claus. This event benefits the Dublin High Music program which provides live music at the breakfast. Santa will pose for holiday photos following each session, creating cherished memories for all who attend!
$15/residents; $18/non-residents, per person, all ages
Letters to Santa
November 24 to December 12
Write a letter to Santa and drop it off in Santa's Mailbox, located inside City Hall (100 Civic Plaza). Be sure to include your name, wish list, and home address so Santa can send a reply! This magical opportunity is open for all, making the season brighter with a touch of North Pole magic. Don't miss out—Santa is excited to hear from you! Letters dropped off after December 12 are not guaranteed a response.
Weekend Wonders: Winter Wreath Workshop
Heritage Park and Museums - Small Classroom
Create a winter wreath to display at home. Hot chocolate and tea provided for all guests. SOLD OUT
"Deck the Homes" Holiday Home Decorating Contest
Get ready to light up the holidays, Dublin! The 2025 “Deck the Homes” Holiday Home Decorating Contest has returned, bringing cheer and creativity to neighborhoods across the city.
Congratulations to this years winners!
- People's Choice Award - 7951 Peppertree Rd.
- Winter Wonderland - 8645 Ardmore Place
- Spotlight Award (Judge's Choice) – 7964 Gunshot Court
- Over Inflated - 6815 Ione Way
- Deck the Halls (Best Apartment/Condo) – 10868 Glengarry Lane
- Dashing Debut Award (First Year Contest Entry) – 7984 Canford Lane
- GOAT Award (Honoring the best of the best) – 7574 Sutton Lane
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Dublin Tree Lane
November 3 to December 24
Be part of a festive new contest at the Dublin Civic Center! Dublin Tree Lane invites families, individuals, schools, community groups, and businesses to decorate a holiday tree (provided), and help light up the season. Registration is open from November 3 to 24, with tree decorating scheduled from November 29 to December 3. Decorated trees will be on display for the public to enjoy from December 4 through 28.
Congratulations to this years winners!
- People’s Choice Award: Bruland - Glimcher Family
- Most Creative: Amador Elementary School
- Most Enchanting: Emerald High School – Helping Hands Club
- Best Community Flair: Dublin Little League- Softball
$40 for families, individuals, schools, and community groups; $80 for commercial businesses, companies, and retail stores
Application Period Closed