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When: Sat 25 Oct – Sat 3 Jan Where: Skypark, Carlingford Cost: From €20pp Time: Timed slots from 4pm Stroll through twinkling tunnels, glowing installations, and stunning displays that light up the night, all set in a truly magical atmosphere. W: skypark.ie Visit the event website here 
When: Selected dates from Sat 8 Nov – Wed 24 Dec Where: Victoria Square, Belfast Cost: From £3.07 Time: Timed Slots from 1pm Hop aboard the Victoria Square Express for a magical journey to Santa’s Village—meet the elves, explore the snow, and visit Santa himself! W: victoriasquare.com Visit the event website here 
When: Sat 15 Nov – Mon 22 Dec Where: City Hall Gardens, Belfast Cost: Free Time: Various The Belfast Christmas Market will be returning to City Hall Gardens in November 2025, bringing with it a traditional taste of Christmas. W: belfastcity.gov.uk Visit the event website here 
When: Thu 20 – Sun 21 Dec (Thu-Sun) Where: Newry Variety Market, John Mitchell Place. Cost: Free Time: Various Experience the magic of Christmas like never before as Newry City hosts its very first Christmas Market inside the city's historic Newry Variety Market For the first time, this iconic venue will be transformed into a […] 
When: Runs until Mon 22 Dec Where: Lisburn Castle Gardens Cost: Free Time: 4pm-8:30pm Step into a world of pure festive magic this Christmas as our renowned Christmas Light Trail makes a grand return to Castle Gardens. Come along and take in the wonderful sights of the light show and visit the mini Christmas Market. W: […] 
A snow-swirling, frost-twinkling Christmas adventure for the whole family! In a hidden town, where the frost glows and the snow sings, a great translucent bell—the legendary Frozen Bell — rings just once a year on the Winter Solstice. But when it tolls more than once, it signals a warning: winter’s magic is in danger! The […] 
When: Wed 26 Nov – Thu 1 Jan Where: The MAC, Belfast Cost: £14-£29 Time: Various In a hidden town, where the frost glows and the snow sings, a great translucent bell—the legendary Frozen Bell — rings just once a year on the Winter Solstice. A snow-swirling, frost-twinkling Christmas adventure for the whole family! W: […] 
When: Fri 28 Nov – Tue 23 Dec Where: Titanic Belfast Cost: From £13.75 Time: Various timed slots Make memories at A Magical Christmas Experience. Watch the excitement unfold as Father Christmas and his Elves count down to their favourite night of the year. W: titanicbelfast.com Visit the event website here 
When: Runs until Tue 23 Dec Where: W5, Belfast Cost: Normal Admission Time: Various Head to the Science Bar for Festive Freeze, a hands-on experience packed with frosty experiments, icy discoveries, and magical moments that bring winter science to life. W: w5online.co.uk Visit the event website here When: Fri 28 Nov – Sun 4 Jan Where: Mount Stewart, Newtownards Cost: Normal Admission Time: 10am-4pm Embrace the winter chill, wrap up warm and get out in nature this festive season! W: nationaltrust.org.uk Visit the event website here 
When: Fri 28 Nov – Tue 30 Dec Where: Antrim Castle Gardens and Clotworthy House, Antrim Cost: From £10.50 Time: Timed slots form 4:30pm As the winter sun sets over Lough Neagh, Antrim Castle Gardens comes alive with lights and magic for the perfect Christmas experience suitable for everyone. W: enchantedwintergarden.com Visit the event website […] 
When: Various dates between Sat 29 Nov – Tue 23 Dec Where: Armagh Observatory and Planetarium Cost: Child £25, Adult £20 Time: Various It’s a real Code Red! Join our E.L.F. crew on Mission Santa and blast off on a Christmas adventure. W: armaghobservatoryplanetarium.ticketsolve.com Visit the event website here 
When: Sat 29 Nov – Tue 23 Dec Where: W5, Belfast Cost: £15 per child Time: Various This Christmas, W5 is sparkling with festive fun for the whole family! With twinkling lights, laughter around every corner, and festive surprises waiting to be discovered. W: w5online.co.uk Visit the event website here 
When: Sat 29 Nov – Sun 4 Jan Where: Hillsborough Castle & Gardens Cost: Normal Admission + £5 Santa Meet & Greet Time: In line with gardens opening hours Step into a world of festive magic, as The Snowman™ and The Snowdog are brought to life at Hillsborough Castle and Gardens this festive season. Enjoy this […] 
When: Various dates between Sat 29 Nov and Sun 14 Dec Where: Castle Ward, Downpatrick Cost: Normal Admission Time: 11am-4pm Step inside the house and see it much as the Georgians might, ready for Christmastide celebrations. W: nationaltrust.org.uk Visit the event website here |
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When: Tue 2 Dec – Wed 24 Dec Where: The MAC, Belfast Cost: £31 (Family Ticket) Time: 10am, 12pm, 2:45pm This show is a fun and festive multi-sensory Christmas theatre experience for all the family. Ages 2-5. W: themaclive.com Visit the event website here |
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When: Various dates between Thu 4- Sun 21 Dec Where: WWT Castle Espie Cost: Normal Admission Time: 4pm at Reception Join WWT Castle Espie for a joyful Christmas story time filled with laughs, wonder, then maybe some more wonder, and a pigeon hole cabinet full of festive spirit for the whole family. W: wwt.org.uk Visit […] |
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When: Various dates from Fri 5 – Mon 22 Dec Where: Ulster American Folk Park, Omagh Cost: From £13.50 Time: Various Father Christmas and Mrs Claus are toasting their toes by the turf fire ahead of your visit, all before they pack up the sleigh for Christmas! Take in the magic of Christmas with a stroll […] 
When: Fri 5 & Sat 6 Dec Where: Larne Museum & Arts Centre Cost: Free Time: 10:30am-3pm Head to a festive Christmas Craft Fair at Larne Museum & Arts Centre! W: shapedbyseaandstone.co Visit the event website here
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When: Fri 5 Dec Where: The Argory, Dungannon Cost: Normal Admission Time: 4pm-7pm Our enchanting Twilight Market invites you to enjoy the magic of Christmas with live music, food and craft stalls with plenty of opportunities to tick off that Christmas gift list with unique locally made finds. W: nationaltrust.org.uk Visit the event website here
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When: Fri 5 Dec Where: Ulster Hall, Belfast Cost: £12-£38 Time: 6:30pm (Doors open) Christmas is often the time for a trip to the ballet, and this concert will take you there; albeit with a bit of a twist! W: ulsterorchestra.org.uk Visit the event website here |
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When: Various dates between Sat 6 and Tue 23 Dec Where: Linen Mill Studios, Banbridge Cost: £20 per child Time: Various Westeros goes festive! Santa Claus is dropping by Linen Mill Studios, the home of the Game of Thrones Studio Tour. Explore iconic sets, spot your favourite dragons, and enjoy a Christmas experience fit for […] 
When: Sat 6 – Wed 24 Dec Where: Cahoots Theatre, Cityside Retail Leisure Park, Belfast Cost: From £12 Time: Various This Christmas, step inside and discover the mystery, mayhem and magic of The Secret Bookshop - where the stories you love burst into life in incredible ways. All you need is a cupful of courage, […] 
When: Selected dates from Sat 6 Dec – Sat 3 Jan Where: Theatre at The Mill, Newtownabbey Cost: £21.50 Time: Various Get ready for a show packed with arrows, bows, and boos as Yellow Jumper Productions returns to Theatre at The Mill with a riotous, ridiculous team in Robin Hood: The Panto. W: theatreatthemill.com Visit the […] 
When: Sat 6 & Sun 7 Dec Where: Ulster Museum, Belfast Cost: Various Time: Various Enjoy Christmas classics with the family and Cinemagic. Feel-good family films, including The Muppets Christmas Carol and Elf! W: wegottickets.com/Cinemagic Visit the event website here 
When: Sat 6 & Sun 7 Dec Where: The Ulster Transport Museum Cost: Normal Admission Time: 4:15pm & 8pm Settle in for a festive evening in the nostalgic setting of the Ulster Transport Museum, surrounded by Northern Ireland’s rich transport heritage. We've joined with Strand Cinema to put on two Christmas favourites - The Polar […]
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When: Sat 6 Dec Where: Strule Arts Centre, Omagh Cost: £30-£45 Time: 10am Needle felt and personalise the cutest little snowman from all-natural, carded wool and choose from a vast array of colours of wool tops to wrap him up warmly in a scarf & hat. Age 8+ W: struleartscentre.co.uk Visit the event website here 
When: Sat 6 Dec – Sat 20 Dec (weekly) Where: W5, Belfast Cost: £10 Time: 10am & 2pm This festive season, children aged 8-14 can step into the world of Minecraft Education for 2-hour hands-on sessions full of creativity, coding, and Christmas fun! W: w5online.co.uk Visit the event website here
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When: Sat 6 Dec Where: Gortin Glen Forest Park Cost: £8 - £37.50 Time: Hourly shows between 11am and 3pm Families and little explorers are invited to take part in a creative workshop which will enable participants to make a Stick figure before setting off on a guided woodland journey filled with friendly forest creatures, […]
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When: Sat 6 Dec Where: The Burnavon, Cookstown Cost: £10 Time: 2pm During this fun workshop participants will learn how to perform minimum 4 full routines and effects. Age 8+ W: burnavon.com Visit the event website here
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When: Sat 6 Dec Where: Waterfront Hall, Belfast Cost: £16-£22 Time: 2pm & 4:30pm This festive season, the Ulster Orchestra invites you to a truly enchanting experience for all ages! For the first time ever, we’re performing live to not one, but two magical films on the big screen, a treat for both children and adults alike. […] |
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When: Sun 7 Dec Where: The Burnavon, Cookstown Cost: £8 Time:1pm Come Celebrate the season of ice and snow with Mr Hullabaloo and friends as we visit the Winter Woods together in search of Santa Claus. W: burnavon.com Visit the event website here 
When: Sun 7 & Sun 14 Dec Where: Lagan Valley Leisureplex Cost: Various Time: 2pm, 3pm & 4pm Embark on a Christmas crusade, navigating through demolition balls, rollers, slides and the unbelievable Giant's Causeway feature, creating an unforgettable adventure this December! PLUS there will be DJ entertainment and prize giveaways. W: theleisureplex.com Visit the event […] |
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When: Runs until Tue 23 Dec Where: Narrow Water Castle, Warrenpoint Cost: From £6.98 Time: Various Step into a world of festive wonder this Christmas as the historic castle is transformed into a magical winter experience for all the family. W: visitmournemountains.co.uk Visit the event website here |
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When: Fri 12 Dec – Sun 4 Jan Where: Writer’s Square, Belfast Cost: From £12 Time: Various Join us for an all-new hour of hammer-smashing, Belfast-brewed circus, comedy and riotous fun for all the family. Winter Circus is Belfast’s alternative festive extravaganza, now in its ninth fantastic year! W: wegottickets.com Visit the event website here |
28 events,
When: Sat 13 & Sun 14 Dec / Sat 20 & Sun 21 Dec Where: Dundonald International Ice Bowl Cost: £20 per child (Non-Vitality Member) Time: 10:15am Join Santa for a hearty breakfast followed by a choice of ice skating, tenpin bowling or Indiana Land for a truly magical, festive treat. W: theicebowl.com Visit the event […]
When: Sat 6 Dec – Sat 20 Dec (weekly) Where: W5, Belfast Cost: £10 Time: 10am & 2pm This festive season, children aged 8-14 can step into the world of Minecraft Education for 2-hour hands-on sessions full of creativity, coding, and Christmas fun! W: w5online.co.uk Visit the event website here
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When: Sat 13 Dec Where: Belfast Zoo Cost: £25 Time:10am-2pm Festive Ranger Club is perfect for children aged seven to 12, packed with festive fun, small animal encounters, themed crafts and behind-the-scenes activities. W: belfastcity.gov.uk/zoo Visit the event website here
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When: Sat 13 Dec Where: Dungiven Library Cost: Free Time: 11am Children's themed storytelling between 11:00am - 11:30am, Christmas Lego activities between 11:30am - 12:30pm. Children's Christmas Card Making craft between 12:30pm - 1:30pm W: librariesni.org.uk Visit the event website here 
When: Sat 13 & Sat 20 Dec Where: Dundonald International Ice Bowl Cost: Various Time: 2pm & 4:30pm Santa will watch on as you and your family enjoy swirling and dancing along to festive favourites for a truly magical winter wonderland experience. Take a break from ice skating and visit Santa on his sleigh. W: theicebowl.com Visit the […] |
25 events,
When: Sun 7 & Sun 14 Dec Where: Lagan Valley Leisureplex Cost: Various Time: 2pm, 3pm & 4pm Embark on a Christmas crusade, navigating through demolition balls, rollers, slides and the unbelievable Giant's Causeway feature, creating an unforgettable adventure this December! PLUS there will be DJ entertainment and prize giveaways. W: theleisureplex.com Visit the event […] |
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When: Thu 18 Dec – Mon 22 Dec Where: The Braid Theatre, Ballymena Cost: Child £8.50, Adult £10.50 Time: 6:30pm (2pm Sat) Let Nora and her frosty friends take you on a very special journey, unravelling a tale of love, betrayal, reindeer and the unbreakable bond of sisterhood. W: shapedbyseaandstone.com Visit the event website here
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When: Thu 18 Dec Where: Castle Ward, Downpatrick Cost: Normal Admission Time: 11am-1pm Discover more to Castle Ward. The walks will be roughly 5K, taking in a different area of Castle Ward on each outing. Family-Friendly: Suitable for adults, families, children, and those with all-terrain wheelchairs or pushchairs. W: nationaltrust.org.uk Visit the event website here
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When: Thu 18 Dec Where: Lagan Valley Leisureplex Cost: £5 Time: 7pm Get ready to roll into the festive holidays at our Christmas roller disco. With special guest appearances from two of Santa's roller-skating elves plus prize-giveaways and face painting. W: theleisureplex.com Visit the event website here |
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When: Fri 19 Dec Where: Dundonald International Ice Bowl Cost: Various Time: From 5:45pm Celebrate the season your way at our sensory-friendly festive silent disco! With wireless headphones and multiple music channels—including Christmas classics—you control the sound. W: theicebowl.com Visit the event website here |
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When: Sat 13 & Sun 14 Dec / Sat 20 & Sun 21 Dec Where: Dundonald International Ice Bowl Cost: £20 per child (Non-Vitality Member) Time: 10:15am Join Santa for a hearty breakfast followed by a choice of ice skating, tenpin bowling or Indiana Land for a truly magical, festive treat. W: theicebowl.com Visit the event […]
When: Sat 6 Dec – Sat 20 Dec (weekly) Where: W5, Belfast Cost: £10 Time: 10am & 2pm This festive season, children aged 8-14 can step into the world of Minecraft Education for 2-hour hands-on sessions full of creativity, coding, and Christmas fun! W: w5online.co.uk Visit the event website here
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When: Sat 20 Dec Where: Mount Stewart, Newtownards Cost: Normal Admission Time: 1pm-2pm Come and enjoy some festive favourites to get you in a merry mood, with the Northern Ireland Concert Band this December W: nationaltrust.org.uk Visit the event website here
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When: Sat 20 Dec Where: Dundonald International Ice Bowl Cost: From £6 Time: 2pm & 4:30pm Santa will watch on as you and your family enjoy swirling and dancing along to festive favourites for a truly magical winter wonderland experience. Take a break from ice skating and visit Santa on his sleigh. W: theicebowl.com Visit the event website […]
When: Sat 13 & Sat 20 Dec Where: Dundonald International Ice Bowl Cost: Various Time: 2pm & 4:30pm Santa will watch on as you and your family enjoy swirling and dancing along to festive favourites for a truly magical winter wonderland experience. Take a break from ice skating and visit Santa on his sleigh. W: theicebowl.com Visit the […] |
26 events,
When: Sat 13 & Sun 14 Dec / Sat 20 & Sun 21 Dec Where: Dundonald International Ice Bowl Cost: £20 per child (Non-Vitality Member) Time: 10:15am Join Santa for a hearty breakfast followed by a choice of ice skating, tenpin bowling or Indiana Land for a truly magical, festive treat. W: theicebowl.com Visit the event […]
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✨ FREE Online Christmas Art Workshop for Kids! ✨ Join artist, Dawn Crothers, on Sunday 21st December 2025 at 2pm for a magical festive art workshop where you’ll be creating a beautiful Christmas Winter Snail Tree! 🎄🐌 In this special class, she will guide the children step by step as we paint a lovely winter […] |
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When: Tue 23 Dec Where: Dundonald International Ice Bowl Cost: £8 Time: 5:45pm-7:15pm Join in for a night of non-stop Christmas cheer in Indiana Land with DJ entertainment playing fun, festive tunes to keep your little elves on the dance floor all evening long. Pre-booking is essential. W: theicebowl.com Visit the event website here |
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