About the trail
An outdoor after-dark festive experience at Antrim Castle Gardens, with a twinkling light trail, a festive sea of lights, a funfair and a grotto. Leashed dogs are welcome every evening. Sensory 'Inclusive Enchantment' evenings with calmer lighting and sound run on two early December dates.
Bringing your dog
- Dogs welcome every night, on a lead
- Quiet session: Evenings of Inclusive Enchantment on Thursday 3 and Wednesday 9 December 2026, with reduced capacity, static no-strobe lighting and lowered sound
- Leashed dogs are very welcome every evening
- The site can be busy with hot lights, cables and loudspeakers at dog level, so take care
- Dogs are also permitted on the shuttle bus from The Junction
Dog policy and dates last checked: 1 October 2026 · from the venue's own website. Dog nights change each year, so confirm before you travel.
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Getting there
Enchanted Winter Garden is in Antrim, County Antrim. Tap below for turn-by-turn directions.
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Can I bring my dog to Enchanted Winter Garden?
Yes. Enchanted Winter Garden is a dog-friendly Christmas light trail in Antrim, County Antrim. Pet dogs are welcome every night, on a lead. On a lead at all times.
Is there a quiet session at Enchanted Winter Garden?
Evenings of Inclusive Enchantment on Thursday 3 and Wednesday 9 December 2026, with reduced capacity, static no-strobe lighting and lowered sound. Quiet or sensory sessions have fewer people and lower volume, which can suit a nervous dog.
When is Enchanted Winter Garden on?
2 to 28 December 2026, evenings to 9.30pm. Dates and dog nights change each year, so check the trail's own booking page before you travel.
Are dogs allowed off the lead at Enchanted Winter Garden?
No. On a lead at all times. Light trails are dark and busy with fire features and crowds, so keep your dog close and well back from flames and lit water.