Whats On This Month
Calendar of Events
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Belfast International Arts Festival
The 62nd Festival returns with a new season of contemporary arts and culture in over 30 venues across the city.
Imagination Station: Porcelain Christmas
During this fun workshop, you’ll get the chance to roll, decorate, and cut out clay to create beautiful decorations
Mission Santa
Blast off on a Christmas adventure that includes a theatrical show and visit to Santa.
Ulster Orchestra Primary Schools Concert
Ulster Orchestra Primary Schools Concert
Part of the Ulster Orchestra’s Schools Concerts series, enjoyed by thousands of P4-P7 pupils in venues across Northern Ireland.
4 events,
The Adventures of Red Riding Hood
Packed with original songs, captivating animations, larger than life characters and lots of opportunities to join in the fun.
A Magical Christmas Experience
Watch the excitement unfold on a guided tour of Titanic Belfast’s Magical Christmas Experience
9 events,
Armagh Georgian Weekend
Delve into the Georgian history of Armagh through the buildings, characters, and customs of the latter half of the 18th Century.
Christmas Trail Around the Lake
Embark on Mount Stewart's festive trail, circling the serene lake and celebrate the season's joy surrounded by winter wonders.
ELO presents Charlie and The Chocolate Factory
Enjoy weird and wonderful world of ROALD DAHL’S Charlie and The Chocolate Factory
Lisburn Christmas Market
Lisburn Christmas Market
Visit the Lisburn Christmas Market and enjoy hot food, festive treats, live music and entertainment for young and old.
Comber Christmas Light Switch On
Comber Christmas Light Switch On
Little ones are invited to meet Santa and his helpers in the grotto
12 events,
Georgian Christmastide at Castle Ward
This festive season you are invited to step inside Castle Ward and experience the Mansion dressed in tableau for a traditional 18th century Christmas.
Enchanted Winter Garden
Visit the Wonderland Wood, enjoy the twinkling lights, drop in on Santa, not forgetting the rides, attractions, and the Festive Food Fayre.
Christmas Tree Festival
The Festival of Trees will be on display in the church and main hall, and teas and coffees will be served in the Canon Jones Hall.
Donaghadee Christmas Celebrations
Donaghadee Christmas Celebrations
Disco on the pier followed by an appearance by Santa onboard the RNL lifeboat.
24 events,
With Every Christmas Card…
Discover the magic of Christmas in a brand-new immersive experience in W5’s projection-mapped AMAZE space.
A Christmas Carol
Join the Lyric Theatre on a heart-warming journey through the streets of Victorian Belfast following the path of Ebenezer Scrooge.
Victorian Santa Steam
Unique Santa experience that includes festive train ride, visit with Santa, gift, refreshments, and more.
Rapunzel
Rapunzel promises a whirlwind of dazzling costumes, laugh-out-loud comedy, captivating musical numbers, and plenty of audience participation.
Santa Cruise
Christmas experience includes guided boat tour, festive arts and crafts, Santa visit, refreshments, and more.
Santa’s Elf Academy
This live-action, family-friendly show features Santa, big-screen animation, robots, challenges, music, dancing, and a healthy sprinkling of Christmas fun.
The Pantomime Adventures of Peter Pan
In a flash and with a twinkle of fairy dust, the Grand Opera House’s iconic stage magically transforms into Neverland.
Children’s Cosy Christmas at Castle Coole
Journey through the big house, write your letter to Santa, and take part in Christmas crafts and baking before enjoying a hot chocolate
Holywood Christmas Light Switch On
Holywood Christmas Light Switch On
Look forward to children's games, live music performances, Christmas market, Santa's visit, and so much more.
Newtownards Christmas Switch On
Newtownards Christmas Switch On
Follow the Christmas Passport Trail around the town and soak up the festive fun
Roe Valley Speciality Market
Roe Valley Speciality Market
This small, friendly, outdoor market features speciality food, art, and handmade craft.
The Grinch’s Kids Christmas Game Show
The Grinch’s Kids Christmas Game Show
A thrilling, fun-filled family gameshow where the mean one will pit your family against others in a series of festive games.
La Mon Christmas Fayre
La Mon Christmas Fayre
Expect Christmas stalls, live music from Kai McDowell, mulled wine, hot chocolate, a bouncy castle, and a special guest.
23 events,
Christmas at Marble Arch Caves
Look forward to a range of activities over the festive period including Guided Tours, Elf Escape, and Mrs Claus’ Cottage.
Breakfast with Santa
Breakfast with special guest Santa Claus and enjoy festive fun, storytelling, hand-feeding ducks and geese, and exploring Santa’s Reindeer Trail.
Deck Out your Gingerbread Man
Deck Out your Gingerbread Man
Your little elves can use their awesome decorating skills to design and decorate their scrumptious gingerbread man.
Community Carol Service and Switch on
Community Carol Service and Switch on
The Annual Community Carol Service will be followed by the switching on of the Christmas Tree lights by the Mayor of Ards and North Down.
20 events,
Goldilocks & The Three Bears
With loads of audience participation, Goldilocks And The Three Bears is in the very best traditions of Christmas Entertainment.
Elf Escape – Sensory Space
Designed for those with access and sensory needs, this calming space offers low-lit blue lighting and interactive sensory stations, perfect for relaxed enjoyment.
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20 events,
Dundonald Christmas Market
Dundonald Christmas Market
The market will feature local artisans of food, art, craft and homewares for sustainable living.
20 events,
Christmas at the Ulster American Folk Park
Christmas activities include crafts for kids, mince pies and warmed apple punch
26 events,
The Argory Christmas Fair
The Christmas Fair will return to The Argory with live music, food and craft stalls
Little Mess Fermanagh – Messy Christmas
Little Mess Fermanagh – Messy Christmas
Let your child explore a winter wonderland of sensory play activities
Causeway Christmas
Causeway Christmas
Embark on a magical Christmas Trail, before enjoying family games and creating your own decoration.
Christmas Tree Topper
Christmas Tree Topper
A seasonal mixed media mash up! Draw and paint, create decorations to hang on the tree, and try out some simple sewing and stitching.
Goldilocks and the Three Bears
Goldilocks and the Three Bears
Goldilocks is off to seek her fortune but soon finds that it is not as easy as she thought...
21 events,
Mr Hullabaloo’s Winter Wonderland
Mr Hullabaloo’s Winter Wonderland
Celebrate the season with Mr Hullabaloo and friends as you visit the Winter Woods together in search of Santa Claus.
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Tyrone Art Club
Tyrone Art Club
During a 2 hour guided painting workshop, your young Artist will create a painting and take it home with them. For ages 6 – 14.
Deck the Stalls
Deck the Stalls
Join the donkeys for some festive fun with Christmas crafting and the chance to meet Mr Claus himself.
Frozen Jr Plus Adventures in Toyland
Frozen Jr Plus Adventures in Toyland
Join Hazel Wand on a day of pure Christmas Magic featuring songs and characters for the whole family to enjoy.
Christmas Pony Party
Christmas Pony Party
With pony rides, festive treats, and Santa himself, this event is perfect for families looking to enjoy holiday fun together.
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Crafty Kids Workshop
Get ready for crafty festive madness over the Christmas period. Perfect for ages 5+
7 events,
Princess Academy Live
Princess Academy Live
Live performances from your favourite Disney Princesses including Elsa and Anna, Belle, Ariel, Snow White, and many more.
