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What's On: Outdoor Christmas market in Co Down

Jacqueline McGonigle of whatsonni.com shares her pick of what’s on this week across Northern Ireland for families

Actress Doireann McKenna as Emily in Rumpelstiltskin at the MAC
Actress Doireann McKenna as Emily in Rumpelstiltskin at the MAC Actress Doireann McKenna as Emily in Rumpelstiltskin at the MAC

Down

Local charity, FASA is bringing back its outdoor Christmas Market on December 18 and 19 to Eden Village, Ballywalter. Stalls will offer delicious sweets and treats, stocking fillers, local art and handmade crafts, culinary delights and Santa’s Grotto.

Armagh

Celebrate Christmas with a visit to the beautiful Craftswirl this Saturday at Armagh Visitor Information Centre. The gift shop has crafts and gifts to suit all tastes and budgets. Step step back in time for a taste of a 1940s Christmas and sample the famous Hersey’s chocolate as you shop.

Fermanagh

See Flash Harry live at the Ardhowen Theatre Enniskillen this Saturday. Flash Harry have been celebrating the music of Queen all over Ireland and Britain for more than 20 years and still fans come to pay homage to the greatest rock band of them all. A show that embraces the very essence of live music – talent, energy, enthusiasm, passion and pure showmanship.

Tyrone

Join the Silverbirch Hotel Omagh this Christmas for a festive celebration for the whole family, with a Santa Sunday Lunch. Children will be thoroughly entertained with the Kids Christmas Party, face painting, disco and entertainer. A visit from Father Christmas will be the perfect start to your festive season. Sunday December 20, 12.30pm-3pm. Kid’s Christmas Party: 2pm-4pm.

Derry

Support local independent businesses, or individuals who have turned a hobby into an enterprise this Saturday by visiting the fabulous local artisan art, craft and food producers at the Naturally North Coast & Glens Artisan Christmas Market ran in conjunction with the Limavady Crafters in Limavady at the Drumceatt Square. From 11am-4pm.

Antrim

Join Braid Film Theatre, Ballymena, for a special sing-a-long screening of The Sound of Music this Saturday . Tickets only £4.

Belfast

Join The Mac this Christmas as they bring a little mischievous magic to the stage in their adaptation of Rumpelstiltskin, the classic Brothers Grimm tale with a typical, mystical MAC twist. Meet Emily, the heroine – brave, beautiful, witty, and smart. Be outraged by her father and the King who contrive an unusual and infamous bargain, and encounter the strange little man who can do the impossible… at a price. Suitable for all ages. Each child is different but we think those aged 5+ will get the biggest kick.

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