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Rapunzel – Family Pantomime

Waterfront Hall 2 Lanyon Pl, Belfast

Get ready to let your hair down for this year’s pantomime, Rapunzel – A Tangled Panto, taking place at the Waterfront Studio, Belfast 17 November 2023 – 06 January 2024! GBL Productions are once again returning to the Waterfront Studio in 2023 and 2024 after over a decade of Pantomime

A Magical Christmas Experience

Titanic Belfast 1 Olympic Way, Belfast

Watch the excitement unfold as Father Christmas and his Elves count down to their favourite night of the year in our Magical Christmas Experience from 24th November - 23rd December! Journey through the Enchanted Forest to make a wish by the Magical Wishing Tree, before stepping through the Old Curiosity Shop to

Hansel & Gretel

Lyric Theatre 55 Ridgeway St, Belfast

You can get lost in a story, but sometimes, you may just find yourself there too. "Our story's done. See a mouse run. And whoever catches it can make a great big furry hood from it.” Hansel and Gretel, Grimm Brothers Join Hansel, his sister Gretel and a mischievous little

Christmas at W5

W5, Belfast Belfast

From 25 November, W5 is decking the halls for some magical family fun this Christmas. On selected dates across the festive period, you can get involved in an indoor snowball fight, help to spread the Christmas cheer at North Pole Post Office and scale the heights of the Christmas-themed Climbit. Round

Christmas at Mount Stewart

Mount Stewart Portaferry Rd, Newtownards

This winter add a sprinkle of seasonal magic with a visit to Mount Stewart. This Christmas season, join in for the big Christmas reveal, a festive children's trail, seasonal storytelling, Christmas family activities in the Big House, wellness and gift making workshops, twinkly light and Christmassy musical performances. Don't forget

Mission Santa

Armagh Planetarium College Hill, Armagh

It’s a real Code Red! Join the E.L.F. crew on Mission Santa and blast off on a Christmas adventure. Your out-of-this-world adventure will include: ★ Admission to “The Alien Who stole Christmas” full-dome show in the star dome theatre ★ Help save Santa inside mission control during a theatrical show, along with a visit

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Playful Museum

NI War Memorial 21 Talbot St, Belfast

Proud to be a Playful Museum, NI War Memorial museum offer fun and engaging learning experiences for under 5's. Have fun and learn about rationing and wartime farming with Jeannie the Hen through storytelling, music, and movement. The museum's Early Years resources have been created for children aged 2-5 and

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Walking with the Snowman

Hillsborough Castle & Gardens The Square, Hillsborough

Experience the magic of Raymond Briggs’ The Snowman™, as Walking With The Snowman™ comes to Hillsborough Castle this festive season. The beloved Snowman™ is brought to life in a trail around the stunning gardens – a perfect Christmas treat for families and fans of all ages. Wrap up warm, bring your

Our World From Space Saturday Club

Armagh Planetarium College Hill, Armagh

Embark on a captivating journey through the wonders of our home planet, as seen from space, at our family Our World from Space Club. Once a month we will explore a range of topics from the vital roles of satellites in monitoring the Earth's every-changing surface; uncovering the forces that

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Christmas Family Activities

Hillsborough Castle & Gardens The Square, Hillsborough

Celebrate Christmas with Wonder Weekends at Hillsborough Castle and Gardens. Discover a range of family-friendly activities: create your own arts and crafts, make your own Georgian chocolate treat and listen to Christmas tales inspired by the Yuletide season. When: 11 Nov - 16 Dec Where: Hillsborough Castle Cost: Members go

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Guide in the Hide: Winter Extravaganza

Castle Espie Castle Espie Wetland Centre, Comber

Visit the guide in the hide and discover the rich variety of bird life which depends on Strangford Lough as a home during the autumn and winter months. Test your bird identification skills with a fun family competition or simply enjoy the bird life with an expert at hand to

Imagination Station: Odd Sock Tie Dye

The Mac, Belfast

Join this drop-in craft workshop where you'll get to create your own pair of odd socks inspired by the work of our current exhibiting artist Korakrit Arunanondchai. Korakrit is an artist from Thailand and loves to use shibori (a Japanese relief dying technique) and western tie dye techniques in his

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Enchanted Winter Gardens

Antrim Castle Gardens Randalstown Rd, Antrim

As the winter sun sets over Lough Neagh, Antrim Castle Gardens comes to life with a magical Christmas experience for all the family. Visit the Wonderland Wood, enjoy the twinkling lights, drop in on Santa and don’t forget the rides, attractions, and mouth-watering food in the Festive Food Fayre. An

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Santa at the Lodge

East Coast Adventure 34 Lower Knockbarragh Rd, Rostrevor, Newry

East Coast Adventure are delighted to have Santa visiting this year for fabulous fun activities! During your hour long visit you will be hosted in our Mountain Lodge with mulled wine & mince pies. Everyone will join in  indoor archery, arts & crafts, making Raindeer food, writing Santa letters and