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  1. Guests interact with exhibitions at the Derry Girls Exhibition
    Group of girls having fun getting photos taken on the interactive set at Derry Girls Exhibition
    Couple look at a display at the Derry Girls Exhibition
    Some of the props from Derry Girls on display
    Couple take a photo amongst props from the show Derry Girls
    Group of women have a laugh as they admire the Derry Girls props
    Derry Girls school uniform on display
    Guests interact with exhibitions at the Derry Girls Exhibition
    Group of girls having fun getting photos taken on the interactive set at Derry Girls Exhibition
    Couple look at a display at the Derry Girls Exhibition
    Some of the props from Derry Girls on display
    Couple take a photo amongst props from the show Derry Girls
    Group of women have a laugh as they admire the Derry Girls props
    Derry Girls school uniform on display

    Derry~Londonderry

    Address

    Tower Museum, Union Hall Place, Derry~Londonderry, County Londonderry, BT48 6LU

    Telephone

    +44 (0) 28 7137 2411

    Type

    Type:

    Exhibition

    Visit the home of Derry Girls and discover where it all began! See original memorabilia from the hit show, like Erin’s diary, Aunt Sarah’s famous pyjamas and Ma Mary’s Woolworths sweater, not to mention the infamous Spice Girls costumes!

    Related

    Tower Museum, Londonderry/Derry

    68 Clooney Restaurant - White Horse Hotel, Londonderry/Derry

    Dates

    From:
    4 July 2023to1 July 2025Open 09:00 - 17:30
  2. Belfast

    Address

    Belfast, County Antrim, BT1 5GS

    Telephone

    +44 (0) 28 9032 0202

    Type

    Type:

    Culture & Heritage

    Crafted by the people of Belfast, for the people of Belfast, this year-long celebration brings together a diverse range of local projects, events, and initiatives. We invite everyone to join us in envisioning a future where creativity thrives,…

    Dates

    From:
    1 Jan 2024to31 Dec 2024
  3. Belfast

    Address

    The MAC, 10 Exchange Street West, Belfast, County Antrim, BT1 2NJ

    Telephone

    028 9023 5053

    Price

    Free

    Type

    Type:

    Family Fun

    The Wiggle Room is where Belfast's kids are taking charge! Picture this: a digital ball pit that springs to life with every wiggle, hop, and twirl - created by kids, for kids.

    Related

    The MAC, Belfast

    Dates

    From:
    19 Sept 2024to5 Jan 2025Various Opening Times

    Price

    Free
  4. The Alexander Family, owners of Ballyboley Dexters
    A tasting underway on the Echlinville distillery tour
    Monoprinting with Plants
    Views over Portaferry and Strangford Lough to Strangford, from Windmill Hill
    Trees with a string of lights in The Walled Garden Helen's Bay
    Sound Bathing
    The Alexander Family, owners of Ballyboley Dexters
    A tasting underway on the Echlinville distillery tour
    Monoprinting with Plants
    Views over Portaferry and Strangford Lough to Strangford, from Windmill Hill
    Trees with a string of lights in The Walled Garden Helen's Bay
    Sound Bathing

    Address

    Various Locations, Ards & North Down, BT20 5ED

    Telephone

    +44 (0) 28 9127 0069

    Type

    Type:

    Entertainment

    Discover what Ards and North Down has to offer with a selection of fantastic experiences that allow you to explore fascinating places, enjoy delicious food and immerse yourself in the beauty of the Borough.

    Dates

    From:
    30 Oct 2024to1 Jan 2025
  5. Belfast City Hall light up at night with Christmas market stalls in foreground in front of the City hall front gates.
    Belfast Christmas Market located at City Hall
    Belfast Christmas Market located at City Hall
    Belfast Christmas Market located at City Hall
    Belfast City Hall light up at night with Christmas market stalls in foreground in front of the City hall front gates.
    Belfast Christmas Market located at City Hall
    Belfast Christmas Market located at City Hall
    Belfast Christmas Market located at City Hall

    Belfast

    Address

    Belfast City Hall, Donegal Square, Belfast, County Antrim, BT1 5GS

    Price

    Free

    Type

    Type:

    Christmas Events

    The Belfast Christmas Market returns to City Hall Gardens in November 2024, bringing with it a traditional taste of Christmas.

    Related

    Belfast City Hall, Belfast

    Dates

    From:
    17 Nov 2024to22 Dec 2024Various Opening Times

    Price

    Free
  6. Image is of Lisburn Light Trail 2024 in Castle Gardens

    Lisburn

    Address

    Lisburn Castle Gardens, Lisburn, County Antrim, BT28 1XZ

    Telephone

    +44 (0) 28 9244 7544

    Price

    Free

    Type

    Type:

    Christmas Events

    Come and wander through our spectacular light trail in Castle Gardens this Christmas and take in the wonderful sights of the light show.

    Related

    Lisburn Castle Gardens, Lisburn

    Dates

    From:
    22 Nov 2024to22 Dec 2024Open 16:00 - 20:30

    Price

    Free

    Facilities

    Parking & Transport

    • Off site parking

    Facilities

    Accessibility

    • Ramp / Level Access
  7. Child dressed as an elf.

    Lisburn

    Address

    Lisburn City Centre and Bow Street Mall, Lisburn, County Antrim, BT28 1AG

    Telephone

    +44 (0) 28 9244 7452

    Price

    Price £5.00 Per Ticket

    Type

    Type:

    Christmas Events

    Journey from Lisburn to Lapland with the magical Elfie Walking Tour. Santa’s elves will take you on a journey filled with mischief and magic through Lisburn City Centre.

    Dates

    From:
    22 Nov 2024to21 Dec 2024Various Opening Times

    Price

    Price £5.00 Per Ticket

    Facilities

    Parking & Transport

    • Off site parking

    Facilities

    Accessibility

    • Ramp / Level Access
  8. Three children are laughing and sitting with Santa in his sleigh on the grounds of Hillsborough Castle and Gardens. Santa is in a red suit.
    Three children are laughing and sitting with Santa in his sleigh on the grounds of Hillsborough Castle and Gardens. Santa is in a red suit.

    Royal Hillsborough

    Address

    Hillsborough Castle and Gardens, Government House, The Square, Royal Hillsborough, County Down, BT26 6AG

    Telephone

    0333 320 6000

    Type

    Type:

    Christmas Events

    Explore the gardens adorned with dazzling decorations inspired by the 12 Days of Christmas! Families will love discovering hidden gems, from a secret grotto to a garden trail. Continue your journey inside the beautiful Castle, where twinkling lights…

    Related

    Hillsborough Castle and Gardens, Royal Hillsborough

    Dates

    From:
    23 Nov 2024to23 Dec 2024Various Opening Times
    From:
    27 Dec 2024to5 Jan 2025Open 10:00 - 16:00

    Facilities

    Parking & Transport

    • On site parking
  9. Armagh

    Address

    Armagh Planetarium, College Hill, Armagh, County Armagh, BT61 9DB

    Telephone

    (028) 3752 3689

    Price

    Price £20.00 to £22.00 Per Ticket

    Type

    Type:

    Christmas Events

    Mission Santa: An Immersive Christmas Experience

    It's a real Code Red! Join our E.L.F. crew on Mission Santa and blast off on a Christmas adventure like never before around the Planetarium. Your mission includes a dome show, meeting Santa, a gift…

    Dates

    From:
    23 Nov 2024to23 Dec 2024

    Price

    Price £20.00 to £22.00 Per Ticket

    Facilities

    Parking & Transport

    • On site parking
  10. Two ladies with small torches melting down some gold in contemporary studio
    One lady hammering a ring on a ring mandrel, being supervised by a goldsmith with her googles on.  both ladies smiling and looking like they are havin
    Ruth and girl looking through sterling silver bangle, jewellery making experience, jewellery making workshop, sterling silver, goldsmith, commission,
    Lady hammering and texturing sterling silver, another lady photographing her working, jewellery making experience, jewellery making workshop, sterling
    Two ladies with small torches melting down some gold in contemporary studio
    One lady hammering a ring on a ring mandrel, being supervised by a goldsmith with her googles on.  both ladies smiling and looking like they are havin
    Ruth and girl looking through sterling silver bangle, jewellery making experience, jewellery making workshop, sterling silver, goldsmith, commission,
    Lady hammering and texturing sterling silver, another lady photographing her working, jewellery making experience, jewellery making workshop, sterling

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    Holywood

    Address

    Holywood, County Down, BT180NJ

    Telephone

    +44 (0) 7879 698 286

    Type

    Type:

    Workshop

    LUX Beginners Jewellery Making Workshops in our Holywood Northern Ireland working Goldsmiths studio. No experience is required for this fun and relaxing experience, so come with friends or by yourself for some quality 'me time'. Challenge…

    Dates

    From:
    25 Nov 2024to30 Jan 2025

    Facilities

    Parking & Transport

    • On site parking - Parking Free on public pavement between two drives. Please do not park outside neighbours properties or on our private drive as this needs to be kept clear at all times. Thanks
  11. Belfast

    Address

    1 Olympic Way, Queens Road, Belfast, County Antrim, BT3 9EP

    Telephone

    02890766386

    Price

    Price £25.00 Per Ticket

    Type

    Type:

    Christmas Events

    A Magical Christmas Experience is back! Watch the excitement unfold as Father Christmas and his Elves count down to their favourite night of the year on a guided tour of our Magical Christmas Experience from 27th November - 23rd December!

    Related

    Titanic Belfast, Belfast

    Dates

    From:
    27 Nov 2024to23 Dec 2024Open 10:00 - 19:30

    Price

    Price £25.00 Per Ticket

    Facilities

    Parking & Transport

    • On site parking
  12. Sarah Harkness
    Sarah Harkness
    Sarah Harkness
    Sarah Harkness
    Sarah Harkness
    Sarah Harkness

    Newtownards

    Address

    Mount Stewart, Newtownards, County Down, BT22 2AD

    Telephone

    02842788387

    Type

    Type:

    Christmas Events

    Step into the magic of Christmas at Mount Stewart, where a season of festive delights awaits!

    Related

    Mount Stewart, Newtownards

    Dates

    From:
    28 Nov 2024to5 Jan 2025Open 10:00 - 16:00

    Facilities

    Parking & Transport

    • On site parking
  13. Antrim

    Address

    Antrim Castle Gardens, Randalstown Road, Antrim, County Antrim, BT41 4LH

    Telephone

    0300 123 7788

    Price

    Price £10.50 to £32.00 Per Ticket

    Type

    Type:

    Christmas Events

    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.

    Dates

    From:
    29 Nov 2024to21 Dec 2024Open 16:30 - 21:30

    Price

    Price £10.50 to £32.00 Per Ticket

    Facilities

    Parking & Transport

    • On site parking
  14. Santa Cruise
    People on a rib at sea
    Santa Boat Trip
    Santa's Grotto
    Mrs Claus
    Boat Trip with Santa Hats
    Santa experiences Northern Ireland
    Santa experiences Northern Ireland
    Toasting Marshmallows on Firepit
    Santa Rib Ride
    Santa Cruise
    People on a rib at sea
    Santa Boat Trip
    Santa's Grotto
    Mrs Claus
    Boat Trip with Santa Hats
    Santa experiences Northern Ireland
    Santa experiences Northern Ireland
    Toasting Marshmallows on Firepit
    Santa Rib Ride

    Killinchy

    Address

    Strangford Lough Activity Centre, Whiterock, Killinchy, County Down, BT23 6QH

    Telephone

    +44 (0) 7909 721 898

    Price

    Price £35.00 Per Ticket

    Type

    Type:

    Christmas Events

    Join our merry old elf for a hair-raising sleigh ride around the islands aboard our fast speed boat – Black Jacket. Hold onto your santa hats as we fly through the waters of Strangford Lough.

    Dates

    From:
    30 Nov 2024to22 Dec 2024Various Opening Times

    Price

    Price £35.00 Per Ticket

    Facilities

    Provider Preferences

    • Dogs Welcome Inside

    Facilities

    Catering

    • Licensed

    Facilities

    Parking & Transport

    • Car parking
    • On site parking

    Facilities

    Catering

    • Restaurant on Premises
  15. Santa at W5
    Elf Academy at W5
    Santa at W5
    Elf Academy at W5

    Belfast

    Address

    W5, The Odyssey, 2 Queens Quay, Belfast, County Antrim, BT3 9QQ

    Telephone

    00000000000

    Type

    Type:

    Christmas Events

    Join Santa and his elf-bot Bud-E for an all-new live-action show, Elf Academy! Children and adults are invited to participate in fun games and activities to prove they have what it takes to become one of Santa's helpers.

    Related

    W5, Belfast

    Dates

    From:
    30 Nov 2024to23 Dec 2024Open 10:00 - 18:00
  16. Belfast

    Address

    W5, The Odyssey, 2 Queens Quay, Belfast, County Antrim, BT3 9QQ

    Type

    Type:

    Christmas Events

    Magical Christmas experiences for the whole family at W5!

    Related

    W5, Belfast

    Dates

    From:
    30 Nov 2024to23 Dec 2024Open 10:00 - 18:00
  17. Winter Wonderland

    Ballygawley

    Address

    Todds leap Activity Centre, Todds Leap Road, Ballygawley, County Tyrone, BT702BW

    Telephone

    02885567170

    Price

    Price £22.50 Per Ticket

    Type

    Type:

    Christmas Events

    This Christmas, Santa, Mrs. Claus, and those Elves will be taking over Todds Leap again! Following an incident on our Zip Line in 2014, Santa and his Elves set up home at Todds Leap & this year they're BACK!

    Related

    Todds Leap Activity Centre, Ballygawley

    Dates

    From:
    1 Dec 2024to22 Dec 2024Various Opening Times

    Price

    Price £22.50 Per Ticket

    Facilities

    Parking & Transport

    • On site parking
  18. A child wearing a winter coat, hat and wellies running through the woodland. The child is followed by two adults pushing buggies.

    Comber

    Address

    WWT Castle Espie Wetland Centre, 78 Ballydrain Road, Comber, County Down, BT23 6EA

    Telephone

    02891874146

    Type

    Type:

    Family Fun

    Pull on your welly boots and get exploring the wetlands to complete all of the adventures in your checklist.

    Dates

    From:
    1 Dec 2024to7 Feb 2025Open 10:00 - 17:00

    Facilities

    Parking & Transport

    • On site parking
  19. Florencecourt

    Address

    Marble Arch Caves, 43 Marlbank Road, Florencecourt, County Fermanagh, BT92 1EW

    Telephone

    +44 (0)28 6632 1815

    Type

    Type:

    Christmas Events

    Whether you’re looking for a festive adventure with your loved ones or home for the holidays, Christmas at Marble Arch Caves has something special for everyone!

    Related

    Marble Arch Caves, Enniskillen

    Dates

    From:
    1 Dec 2024to5 Jan 2025

    Facilities

    Parking & Transport

    • Car parking
    • On site parking
    • Parking (free)

    Facilities

    Leisure Facilities

    • Wifi

    Establishment Features

    • Wi-fi available
  20. Santa Experience, Whitehead, Christmas, Family Christmas Experience, Steam Trains.

    Whitehead

    Address

    Whitehead Railway Museum, Whitehead Excursion Station, Castleview Road, Whitehead, County Antrim, BT38 9NA

    Telephone

    +44 (0) 28 9358 6200

    Type

    Type:

    Christmas Events

    Come to Whitehead Excursion Station for a magical Santa experience, featuring a heritage steam train ride and a search for Santa. Enjoy Victorian-style decorations, spot hidden animals, and meet Santa's sleigh and reindeer. Children will receive…

    Related

    Whitehead Railway Museum, Whitehead

    Dates

    From:
    1 Dec 2024to22 Dec 2024Various Opening Times

    Facilities

    Parking & Transport

    • Car parking
    • On site parking

    Facilities

    Leisure Facilities

    • Wifi

    Establishment Features

    • Wi-fi available
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