It’s nearly that time of year again – the night when almost every house in Ireland settles in for RTÉ’s Late Late Toy Show. Pyjamas go on, the sweets and hot chocolate come out, and if your kids are anything like ours, there’s a notepad on the go too, ready for any last-minute additions to the Christmas list.
One of the traditions that’s grown up alongside the Toy Show itself is Penneys’ Late Late Toy Show range – a cosy collection designed for exactly this kind of night in front of the telly as a family.
What’s Usually in the Penneys Late Late Toy Show Range
Each year, Penneys puts together a Toy Show-themed range with comfy essentials for the whole family to get snug in together, including:
- Matching family pyjamas
- Fuzzy slipper socks
- Snuggly snoodies for extra warmth on the couch
- A Santa letter set, perfect for capturing that ever-growing wish list before, during or after the show
It’s become a lovely little ritual for a lot of Irish families – getting everyone kitted out in their new pyjamas before curling up together to watch the show.
When Does the Range Land in Stores?
Penneys typically brings out its Late Late Toy Show range in the lead-up to the show each autumn, with stock landing in stores nationwide ahead of the big night. Because the exact release date and the Toy Show broadcast date shift a little from year to year, it’s worth keeping an eye on your local Penneys store, penneys.ie, or rte.ie closer to the time for this year’s specific dates.
Making the Most of Toy Show Night
Whatever pyjamas end up on your family this year, the Toy Show is really about the ritual as much as anything else – slowing down, getting cosy, and enjoying a bit of magic together before Christmas properly kicks off. Pair your new pyjamas with a simple family movie night setup: dim the lights, pass around the hot chocolate, and let the kids stay up that little bit later than usual.
Frequently Asked Questions
When is the Late Late Toy Show on?
The Late Late Toy Show airs on RTÉ each year, usually in November. Check rte.ie or your TV guide closer to the date for this year’s exact air date and time.
Where can I buy the Penneys Late Late Toy Show range?
The range is sold in Penneys stores across Ireland in the run-up to the show. It’s worth checking your local store or penneys.ie for current stock and availability, as ranges can sell out quickly and items vary by store.
Does Penneys release a new range every year?
Penneys has made the Late Late Toy Show range a regular part of its autumn collections in recent years, though the exact items and designs change annually.
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