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What to expect

In the run-up to Christmas, Mareike Graepel and Christian Donovan bring Ireland to Dortmund with Christmas stories, Irish songs and a wonderful Christmas mood.

The stories are by Maeve Binchy, James Joyce, Anna McPartlin, John B. Keane and more.

  • Christmas songs from Ireland
  • Christian Donovan sings Irish and Scottish songs
  • Traditional pieces and all-time favourites
  • Favourites include “Fairytale of New York”
  • Also “Auld Lang Syne”
  • Singing along is allowed
  • Being reflective is also fine

Questions

When does Mareike Graepel and Christian Donovan: Christmas Stories and Music start and end?

Mareike Graepel and Christian Donovan: Christmas Stories and Music runs Friday, 18 December 2026, 19:30 until 21:00.

Where is Mareike Graepel and Christian Donovan: Christmas Stories and Music?

Mareike Graepel and Christian Donovan: Christmas Stories and Music takes place at literaturhaus.dortmund, Neuer Graben 78, 44139 Dortmund, Dortmund.

How much are tickets for Mareike Graepel and Christian Donovan: Christmas Stories and Music?

Tickets for Mareike Graepel and Christian Donovan: Christmas Stories and Music cost from €0 on the official ticket shop.

How do I book?

Book through the Eventbrite registration link:

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Will there be Irish drinks and snacks?

The description says the evening becomes a perfect event for Ireland fans if there are Irish drinks and Christmas snacks.

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Getting there

literaturhaus.dortmund, Neuer Graben 78, 44139 Dortmund, 44139 Dortmund, NRW, DE

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