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From humble beginnings to becoming a trusted name in lighting solutions, here is a look back at our proud history. What started in 1989 with a small team and big ambitions has grown into Ireland’s leading name for complete lighting solutions.
A LOOK BACK IN HISTORY
Over the last four decades, Fantasy Lights has grown from a small, family-run business into one of Ireland’s leading names in lighting solutions. What started with a focus on Christmas lighting has evolved into a complete range of indoor, outdoor, garden and commercial lighting for homes, businesses and communities across the country. Here’s how our story unfolded.
1989
THE BEGINNING OF FANTASY
In 1989, Fantasy Lights began its journey from our office, manufacturing and assembly premises in Kimmage, Dublin. With everything managed in-house, from product assembly to deliveries, we set the foundation for reliable, high-quality lighting solutions across Ireland.
1992
MAGICAL LIGHTING AT SHANNON AIRPORT
During a recessive economic time in Ireland when young people were emigrating in vast numbers. Shannon Airport requested Fantasy Lights to design a Christmas theme to reflect the wide dispersion of our young people internationally who were returning home for Christmas. We designed, manufactured and installed from the gantry entrance to the arrival terminal in Shannon. Traditional Christmas designs, i.e. Santa sleigh and reindeers, swinging bells and the following international representations: Statue of Liberty, Eiffel Tower, Albert bridge London and Big Ben. It was a phenomenal success.
1994
MERRY CHRISTMAS FROM LIMERICK CITY, CORK & LONGFORD
After the tremendous success of the Shannon Airport project people in other areas of Ireland like Munster decided to invest in Christmas lighting, this included Limerick City, Cork and Longford.
1996
DUNDRUM OFFICE OPENING
Fantasy Lights move to a larger premises in Dundrum. The opening of the new premises was officiated by Cel O’Reily (then president of the EIFI) and the late Fianna Fall minister Seamus Brennan, who always gave great advice and guidance to the company. The Fantasy Lights sign on our premises in Dundrum became known to all commuters going to and from South Dublin.
1998
BYRNE TRIMS THE LIGHT FANTASTIC
With the economy beginning to come out of the recession, Fantasy Lights begin to manufacture Christmas motifs for big household brand names on large advertising hoardings.
2000
THE YEAR OF MAGICAL LIGHTS
With the new century coming the economy went into a boom. Most cranes throughout the country were lit by Fantasy Lights in preparation for the big night of the millennium.
2001
FANTASY LIGHTS MOVED TO WALKINSTOWN
Due to Luas construction in Dundrum Fantasy Lights Moved its operations to Walkinstown where it has remained for the last 24 years.
2004
CHRISTMAS LIGHTING IN KILLARNEY TOWN
Christmas Business takes off with most of the big towns in Ireland coming to Fantasy Lights for their lighting i.e. Killarney Town Lights.
2006
BYRNE BROUGHT THE BEST CHRISTMAS LIGHTING TO DUBLIN
Fantasy Lights install lighting on over 400 trees in the Dublin docklands area. The theme was greatly welcomed by the people of Dublin and the office workers in the Docklands.
2007
WAREHOUSE GREENOUGE
Due to the massive growth in the business Fantasy Lights acquire new warehousing units in Greenouge.
2013
THE SPECTACULAR GIANT CHRISTMAS BOW ON CLERYS STORE
Iconic giant Christmas bow installed on Clerys in 2013, one of Dublin’s most historic buildings. Proudly supplied by Fantasy Lights, this festive installation brings colour, creativity and seasonal cheer to O’Connell Street.
2015
AMAZING PROGRAMMABLE MUSICAL LIGHTING
Fantasy Lights Design a colourised programable light system for Bishop Lucy park in Cork City where the lights responded to music. Thousand of Parents brought their children to this wonderful display. We also installed a new lighting theme on weirs & sons iconic store on Grafton Street Dublin.
2016
HIGH TECH DISPLAY FOR HENRY STREET
Fantasy Lights designed, delivered and installed a high-tech Christmas lighting display for Dublin’s bustling Henry Street, one of the city’s busiest shopping areas. The installation featured illuminated cross street motifs spanning the street, creating an overhead canopy of festive light.
A standout feature of the project was the striking giant bow with the “Welcome to Dublin One” sign, welcoming shoppers and visitors to the heart of the city centre. This display combined modern lighting technology with traditional festive charm, adding atmosphere and excitement to the area during the busy Christmas season.
2017
HOTEL CHRISTMAS LIGHTING - BROOKS, LONGFORD ARMS & RED COW INN
With the boom in the hotel industry, many hotels looked to upgrade their Christmas displays to create a memorable experience for guests and visitors. In 2017, Fantasy Lights worked with several well-known names, including the Brooks Hotel in Dublin, Longford Arms Hotel in Longford and Red Cow Inn Hotel in Dublin.
2018
YEAR OF MAGICAL LIGHTING
Fantasy Lights design and install a large Christmas Theme for Smyths Toy Superstore in London. They also installed lights on all the trees on O’Connell Street and on the Millennium Bridge for Dublin City Council.
2019
ICONIC CHRISTMAS DISPLAYS & PHOENIX MONUMENT LIGHTING INSTALLATION
In 2019, Fantasy Lights delivered several high-profile Christmas lighting projects across Ireland’s capital city and beyond. Our team installed festive lighting at Dublin Castle and Naas town centre, creating vibrant displays that brought the festive spirit to life.
A key highlight was the illumination of the Phoenix Monument in Dublin’s Phoenix Park with LED colour-changing technology, adding dynamic lighting to one of the city’s most historic landmarks.
2020
LIGHTING ICONIC LOCATIONS ACROSS IRELAND WITH FESTIVE DISPLAYS
Our team continues to deliver innovative Christmas lighting and large-scale displays that brighten towns and landmarks across Ireland. Recent highlights include the stunning Twinkly Pro Ship at Dun Laoghaire Harbour, combining dynamic colour-changing technology with a striking waterfront display.
We also provided festive lighting projections for the Hill of Slane, bringing this historic site to life with seasonal visuals. In Navan, our installation of a giant Christmas tree created a focal point for the town’s celebrations.
2021
Festive Lighting and Illuminations Across Dún Laoghaire
Dún Laoghaire has become a focal point for eye-catching festive displays, with Fantasy Lights delivering a range of installations to enhance the town’s Christmas atmosphere.
One of the highlights includes the giant illuminated Christmas bauble, a popular photo opportunity and striking feature. The iconic bandstand was brought to life with vibrant MaxiLED lighting, creating a colourful and energy-efficient display. Adding to the festive streetscape, a large cross street motif with decorative festoon lighting illuminated the town centre.
2022
Creative Lighting Projects for Iconic Dublin Locations
In 2022, Fantasy Lights delivered a series of high-profile festive and architectural lighting projects across Dublin, enhancing well-known locations.
In Dalkey, a giant gold Christmas bow wrapped around Barnhill Stores became a festive focal point, adding seasonal charm to the heart of the town. On Grafton Street, our team installed dynamic Twinkly Pro lighting on the Permanent TSB building, bringing vibrant, colour-changing effects to one of Dublin’s busiest shopping areas.
We also illuminated the National Aquatic Centre in Deanestown with colour-changing architectural lighting, adding visual impact to this landmark facility with energy-efficient, modern technology.
2023
Lighting Up Ireland With Vibrant Festive Displays
Fantasy Lights continued to deliver innovative Christmas lighting projects across Ireland, using Twinkly Pro technology to create vibrant displays in towns and cities.
In Dublin’s Temple Bar, Twinkly Pro lighting added festive colour and atmosphere to one of the capital’s most popular cultural and tourist areas. In Sligo, Twinkly Pro Christmas tree became a standout feature in the town centre, provide a modern take on traditional Christmas décor.
In Carlow, the Town Hall was brought to life with a Twinkly Pro Christmas tree and festive projection displayed on the building, transforming the area into a welcoming space for seasonal celebrations.
2024
Modern Festive Displays with Innovative Lighting
In 2024, Fantasy Lights delivered a series of large-scale lighting installations, transforming streets, buildings and public spaces across Ireland.
On Suffolk Street in Dublin, our Twinkly lighting technology was used to suspend colour-changing illuminated balls above the street. In New Ross, the Town Hall building was enhanced with colour-changing architectural lighting, bringing new life and visual impact to this historic landmark. In Dún Laoghaire, we installed illuminated, colour-changing signage, providing a bold, modern feature that enhances the area by day and night.
2025
Illuminating Carlow’s Landmarks with Light & Colour
In 2025, Fantasy Lights delivered a series of lighting installations across Carlow, enhancing both historic landmarks and community spaces through light.
The Town Hall building was transformed with vibrant projected lighting, proudly displaying the Pieta – Darkness Into Light message in support of mental health awareness and community solidarity. Colour-changing lights enhanced the atmosphere by illuminating the trees, creating a dramatic and visually stunning landscape after dark.
At the historic Duckett’s Grove, the entire building was illuminated with large-scale projection lighting, highlighting the architectural beauty of this iconic landmark.
From Ireland’s Streets to Iconic Landmarks — The Journey Continues
For over 36 years, Fantasy Lights has proudly illuminated Ireland’s streets, towns and landmark buildings with innovative lighting solutions. From festive displays that bring communities together to large-scale architectural installations that enhance historic sites, our work reflects a passion for transforming spaces through light.
As our journey continues, we remain committed to delivering creative, reliable and high-quality lighting for every project, from Christmas displays to permanent architectural features.
Browse our recent lighting projects, explore our full range of commercial Christmas lighting and discover our architectural lighting solutions designed to transform buildings and public spaces year-round.