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Christmas Luxury Afternoon Tea & Baking Demonstration

Thu, 12 Dec 2024, 12:00pm

Five course luxury afternoon tea and baking/cooking demonstration by Bronagh from Bakehouse NI by the turf fire-side Experience.

Bakehouse NI

Thu, 12 Dec 2024, 4:00pm

This Christmas join us as Lisburn transforms into a festive wonderland with the Lisburn Light Festival, perfect for creating memories with family and friends.

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Lisburn Light Trail at Castle Gardens

Thu, 12 Dec 2024, 4:00pm

15.5 KM

Let beams of light across the skyline guide you to the spectacular Lisburn Light Trail, a must-see attraction in Castle Gardens.

Lisburn Castle Gardens

Thu, 12 Dec 2024, 6:30pm

Get your festive running shoes on for the magical Santa Dash at Lough Moss Leisure Centre.

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The Pantomime Adventures of Peter Pan

Thu, 12 Dec 2024, 7:00pm

0.66 KM

Northern Ireland’s largest pantomime is back for another magical year with The Pantomime Adventures of Peter Pan.

Grand Opera House

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Miracle at Number 34

Thu, 12 Dec 2024, 7:00pm

0.66 KM

Diona Doherty and Sean Hegarty bring you more festive fun with Miracle at Number 34 at the Grand Opera House this December.

Grand Opera House

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Pigeon & Plum

Thu, 12 Dec 2024, 8:00pm

2.11 KM

Pigeon & Plum are back!! Founded and run by motley band of local Belfast born circus artists, carny clowns, anarchist actors & award winning comedians.

Lyric Theatre

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Sleeping with Beauty

Thu, 12 Dec 2024, 9:30pm

13 - 14 Dec 2024

0.9 KM

Host your Christmas party at voco® Belfast! With a chic ambiance, prime location, and top-tier service, they offer the ideal setting.

voco Belfast

Fri, 13 Dec 2024, 3:00pm

Royal Hillsborough Christmas Market returns to the historic village on Friday 13th December from 3pm-9pm.

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Christmas Chocolate Workshop

Fri, 13 Dec 2024, 3:00pm

4.63 KM

You will get to make your own Christmas Chocolate design with coloured chocolate along with decorating it and dipping some Mallows in our chocolate pots to…

Aunt Sandra's Candy Factory

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Festive Dining

Fri, 13 Dec 2024, 3:00pm

0.58 KM

Join in the heart of Belfast for a festive celebration with family, friends, or colleagues.

Fratelli Belfast, Ristorante, Pizzeria & Bar

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Lisburn Light Festival

Fri, 13 Dec 2024, 4:00pm

This Christmas join us as Lisburn transforms into a festive wonderland with the Lisburn Light Festival, perfect for creating memories with family and friends.

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Lisburn Light Trail at Castle Gardens

Fri, 13 Dec 2024, 4:00pm

15.5 KM

Let beams of light across the skyline guide you to the spectacular Lisburn Light Trail, a must-see attraction in Castle Gardens.

Lisburn Castle Gardens

Fri, 13 Dec 2024, 7:30pm

Join at St Anne’s Cathedral this December as Peter Corry and special guests return to celebrate all things Merry and Bright in ‘Christmas at the Cathedral.

Belfast Cathedral

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Sports Direct Premiership GW21

Fri, 13 Dec 2024, 7:45pm

Join for game week 21 in the Sports Direct Men’s Premiership 2024/25 season.

Fri, 13 Dec 2024, 8:00pm

EA Music Belfast present an evening of Christmas Classics and Carols to get you in the festive mood.

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Elvis Yourself a Merry Little Christmas

Fri, 13 Dec 2024, 8:30pm

0.82 KM

The hilarious Caroline Curran returns to the MAC this December with a fantastic festive comedy show, Elvis Yourself a Merry Little Christmas!

The MAC

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Miracle at Number 34

Fri, 13 Dec 2024, 8:45pm

0.66 KM

Diona Doherty and Sean Hegarty bring you more festive fun with Miracle at Number 34 at the Grand Opera House this December.

Grand Opera House

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Scotts Jazz Club Presents – Nigel Mooney’s 21st Century Christmas Blues

Fri, 13 Dec 2024, 9:00pm

6.72 KM

Nigel Mooney, widely regarded as one of Ireland's leading jazz singers and guitarists, is back for his annual Christmas show at Scott's Jazz Club on 13…

Scott's Jazz Club

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Sleeping with Beauty

Fri, 13 Dec 2024, 9:30pm

Sat, 14 Dec 2024, 12:00pm

Santa's Virtual Reality Sleigh Ride, is a new and exciting Christmas attraction bringing festive magic to Market Square.

This festive season, grab a paintbrush and a glass of bubbly and create your own art on Saturday 14th December in the Ulster Museum. Cheers!

Ulster Museum

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Winter Circus

Sat, 14 Dec 2024, 2:00pm

Join Belfast’s original non-traditional circus for an all-new hour of hammer-smashing comedy, acrobatics and riotous fun.

Winter Circus by Tumble Circus

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The Northern Light at Slieve Donard

Sat, 14 Dec 2024, 2:30pm

42.58 KM

This Christmas, you're invited to embark on an enchanting adventure that will take you from the grounds of Slieve Donard, all the way to the North…

Slieve Donard

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Sat, 14 Dec 2024, 3:00pm

Join for game week 21 in the Sports Direct Men’s Premiership 2024/25 season.

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Beauty & the Beast – Family Pantomime

Sat, 14 Dec 2024, 4:00pm

1.05 KM

Get ready for a tale as old as time as Beauty and the Beast returns to the Waterfront Studio, Belfast for this year's family pantomime.

Waterfront Hall

Sat, 14 Dec 2024, 4:30pm

From Lisburn to Lapland, Santa’s elves will take you on a journey filled with mischief and magic with this festive family adventure.

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Enchanted Winter Garden

Sat, 14 Dec 2024, 4:30pm

36.28 KM

Enchanted Winter Garden returns to Antrim Castle Gardens from 29 November until 21 December 2024!

Antrim Castle Gardens and Clotworthy House

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The Adventures of Red Riding Hood

Sat, 14 Dec 2024, 5:00pm

0.82 KM

The Christmas show for 2024 is a MAC twist on the much loved fairytale, The Adventures of Red Riding Hood.

The MAC

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Sat, 14 Dec 2024, 7:30pm

2.11 KM

Join at the Lyric Theatre for a heart warming journey through the streets of Victorian Belfast as we follow the journey of Ebenezer Scrooge.

Lyric Theatre

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Sat, 14 Dec 2024, 9:00pm

Sun, 15 Dec 2024, 1:00pm

1.05 KM

Get ready for a tale as old as time as Beauty and the Beast returns to the Waterfront Studio, Belfast for this year's family pantomime.

Waterfront Hall

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1.05 KM

Get ready for a tale as old as time as Beauty and the Beast returns to the Waterfront Studio, Belfast for this year's family pantomime.

Waterfront Hall

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Santa’s Virtual Reality Sleigh Ride

Sun, 15 Dec 2024, 4:00pm

Santa's Virtual Reality Sleigh Ride, is a new and exciting Christmas attraction bringing festive magic to Market Square.

Experience the magic of Christmas at The Treehouse Belfast's 2024 rooftop movie nights, featuring festive classics like Elf, Love Actually, Home Alone, and more

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Sleeping with Beauty

Sun, 15 Dec 2024, 9:00pm

Mon, 16 Dec 2024, 12:00pm

Santa's Virtual Reality Sleigh Ride, is a new and exciting Christmas attraction bringing festive magic to Market Square.

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Santa’s Elf Academy

Mon, 16 Dec 2024, 2:00pm

1.74 KM

Santa and his loyal elf-bot Bud-E are returning to W5 this Christmas in an exciting new show!

W5

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The Northern Light at Slieve Donard

Mon, 16 Dec 2024, 2:30pm

42.58 KM

This Christmas, you're invited to embark on an enchanting adventure that will take you from the grounds of Slieve Donard, all the way to the North…

Slieve Donard

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Festive Dining

Mon, 16 Dec 2024, 3:00pm

0.58 KM

Join in the heart of Belfast for a festive celebration with family, friends, or colleagues.

Fratelli Belfast, Ristorante, Pizzeria & Bar

17 - 18 Dec 2024

0.9 KM

Host your Christmas party at voco® Belfast! With a chic ambiance, prime location, and top-tier service, they offer the ideal setting.

voco Belfast

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Christmas Luxury Afternoon Tea & Baking Demonstration

Tue, 17 Dec 2024, 12:00pm

Five course luxury afternoon tea and baking/cooking demonstration by Bronagh from Bakehouse NI by the turf fire-side Experience.

Bakehouse NI

Tue, 17 Dec 2024, 4:00pm

This Christmas join us as Lisburn transforms into a festive wonderland with the Lisburn Light Festival, perfect for creating memories with family and friends.

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Lisburn Light Trail at Castle Gardens

Tue, 17 Dec 2024, 4:00pm

15.5 KM

Let beams of light across the skyline guide you to the spectacular Lisburn Light Trail, a must-see attraction in Castle Gardens.

Lisburn Castle Gardens

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Festive Forest Evening Ticket

Tue, 17 Dec 2024, 4:00pm

10.05 KM

Enjoy the Jingle Bell Train, two Polar Coaster rides, the Reindeer Run Zipline, and festive treats like hot chocolate and s’mores at Colin Glen!

Colin Glen

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Harbour Lights Trail on the Maritime Mile

Tue, 17 Dec 2024, 4:00pm

2.61 KM

What better place to enjoy a walk than along the city’s glistening waterfront, day or night?

Maritime Belfast Trust

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Enchanted Winter Garden

Tue, 17 Dec 2024, 4:30pm

36.28 KM

Enchanted Winter Garden returns to Antrim Castle Gardens from 29 November until 21 December 2024!

Antrim Castle Gardens and Clotworthy House

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Tue, 17 Dec 2024, 7:00pm

Experience the magic of Christmas at The Treehouse Belfast's 2024 rooftop movie nights, featuring festive classics like Elf, Love Actually, Home Alone, and more

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Miracle at Number 34

Tue, 17 Dec 2024, 7:00pm

0.66 KM

Diona Doherty and Sean Hegarty bring you more festive fun with Miracle at Number 34 at the Grand Opera House this December.

Grand Opera House

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Ulster Orchestra: The Magic of Christmas

Tue, 17 Dec 2024, 7:45pm

1.05 KM

This magical concert is the perfect night out for the whole family featuring a dazzling programme of festive favourites such as Let It Snow and White…

Waterfront Hall

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Pigeon & Plum

Tue, 17 Dec 2024, 8:00pm

Experience Montalto’s Magical Christmas with Santa Claus and Helpers!

Montalto Estate

Wed, 18 Dec 2024, 6:00pm

Join Belfast’s original non-traditional circus for an all-new hour of hammer-smashing comedy, acrobatics and riotous fun.

Winter Circus by Tumble Circus

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Beauty & the Beast – Family Pantomime

Wed, 18 Dec 2024, 6:30pm

1.05 KM

Get ready for a tale as old as time as Beauty and the Beast returns to the Waterfront Studio, Belfast for this year's family pantomime.

Waterfront Hall

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‘The Magician’s Nephew’ (Chronicles of Narnia) by C.S.Lewis

Wed, 18 Dec 2024, 6:30pm

2.96 KM

In this magical adaptation for the stage, join Digory and Polly as they set out on a daring quest to save a life in this family…

The Sanctuary Theatre

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The Pantomime Adventures of Peter Pan

Wed, 18 Dec 2024, 7:00pm

0.66 KM

Northern Ireland’s largest pantomime is back for another magical year with The Pantomime Adventures of Peter Pan.

Grand Opera House

Wed, 18 Dec 2024, 9:30pm

19 - 20 Dec 2024

0.9 KM

Host your Christmas party at voco® Belfast! With a chic ambiance, prime location, and top-tier service, they offer the ideal setting.

voco Belfast

Thu, 19 Dec 2024, 4:00pm

This Christmas join us as Lisburn transforms into a festive wonderland with the Lisburn Light Festival, perfect for creating memories with family and friends.

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Lisburn Light Trail at Castle Gardens

Thu, 19 Dec 2024, 4:00pm

15.5 KM

Let beams of light across the skyline guide you to the spectacular Lisburn Light Trail, a must-see attraction in Castle Gardens.

Lisburn Castle Gardens

Thu, 19 Dec 2024, 9:30pm

20 - 21 Dec 2024

0.9 KM

Host your Christmas party at voco® Belfast! With a chic ambiance, prime location, and top-tier service, they offer the ideal setting.

voco Belfast

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Christmas Luxury Afternoon Tea & Baking Demonstration

Fri, 20 Dec 2024, 12:00pm

Five course luxury afternoon tea and baking/cooking demonstration by Bronagh from Bakehouse NI by the turf fire-side Experience.

Bakehouse NI

Fri, 20 Dec 2024, 3:00pm

Join Belfast’s original non-traditional circus for an all-new hour of hammer-smashing comedy, acrobatics and riotous fun.

Winter Circus by Tumble Circus

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Christmas Wonderland

Fri, 20 Dec 2024, 4:00pm

83.3 KM

Christmas Wonderland at The Jungle is the ultimate festive family day out with colourfully illuminated woodlands, friendly elves and sackfuls of festive cheer!

Jungle NI

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Lisburn Light Festival

Fri, 20 Dec 2024, 4:00pm

This Christmas join us as Lisburn transforms into a festive wonderland with the Lisburn Light Festival, perfect for creating memories with family and friends.

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Lisburn Light Trail at Castle Gardens

Fri, 20 Dec 2024, 4:00pm

15.5 KM

Let beams of light across the skyline guide you to the spectacular Lisburn Light Trail, a must-see attraction in Castle Gardens.

Lisburn Castle Gardens

Fri, 20 Dec 2024, 4:30pm

From Lisburn to Lapland, Santa’s elves will take you on a journey filled with mischief and magic with this festive family adventure.

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Enchanted Winter Garden

Fri, 20 Dec 2024, 4:30pm

36.28 KM

Enchanted Winter Garden returns to Antrim Castle Gardens from 29 November until 21 December 2024!

Antrim Castle Gardens and Clotworthy House

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Christmas Party Nights at Clandeboye Lodge

20 - 21 Dec 2024

23.79 KM

At Clandeboye Lodge, they have everything you need for your big Christmas night out, with no city centre mayhem when it’s time for home.

Clandeboye Lodge Hotel

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The Adventures of Red Riding Hood

Fri, 20 Dec 2024, 6:00pm

0.82 KM

The Christmas show for 2024 is a MAC twist on the much loved fairytale, The Adventures of Red Riding Hood.

The MAC

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Festive Cakepops with Mulled Wine, Prosecco & Pizza

Fri, 20 Dec 2024, 6:00pm

0.75 KM

Bring your best pal or your baking buddy and enjoy making this collection of festive cake pops at Baker & Chef!

Baker & Chef – School of Baking & Decorating

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Winter Circus

Fri, 20 Dec 2024, 6:00pm

Join Belfast’s original non-traditional circus for an all-new hour of hammer-smashing comedy, acrobatics and riotous fun.

Winter Circus by Tumble Circus

Fri, 20 Dec 2024, 8:00pm

Test your Christmas movie knowledge at the Dark Hedges Film Festival’s Christmas movie quiz!

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Christmas Movie Screenings at Ulster Transport Museum

Fri, 20 Dec 2024, 8:00pm

15.59 KM

Ulster Transport Museum has partnered with Strand Cinema to bring you special movie screenings this Christmas of It's A Wonderful Life and The Polar Express.

Ulster Transport Museum

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Miracle at Number 34

Fri, 20 Dec 2024, 8:45pm

0.66 KM

Diona Doherty and Sean Hegarty bring you more festive fun with Miracle at Number 34 at the Grand Opera House this December.

Grand Opera House

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Scott’s Jazz Club’s Have Yourself A Merry Little Jazzmas

Fri, 20 Dec 2024, 9:00pm

6.72 KM

Join Scott Flanigan with the house trio of Rohan Armstrong and Andrew McCoubrey for the best in festive jazz, with special guests bringing some Christmas cheer.

Scott's Jazz Club

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Sleeping with Beauty

Fri, 20 Dec 2024, 9:30pm

Sat, 21 Dec 2024, 12:00pm

Santa's Virtual Reality Sleigh Ride, is a new and exciting Christmas attraction bringing festive magic to Market Square.

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Bow Street Festive Street Market

Sat, 21 Dec 2024, 12:00pm

Small festive market each Thursday, Friday and Saturday under the twinkling light of Bow Street.

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Weekends With Santa at Castle Kitchen + Bar

Sat, 21 Dec 2024, 12:00pm

55.7 KM

Embrace the most wonderful time of the year with Weekends With Santa at Castle Kitchen + Bar.

Galgorm Resort

Sat, 21 Dec 2024, 2:00pm

Join Belfast’s original non-traditional circus for an all-new hour of hammer-smashing comedy, acrobatics and riotous fun.

Winter Circus by Tumble Circus

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A Christmas Carol

Sat, 21 Dec 2024, 2:30pm

2.11 KM

Join at the Lyric Theatre for a heart warming journey through the streets of Victorian Belfast as we follow the journey of Ebenezer Scrooge.

Lyric Theatre

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Frosted: A Family Pantomime

Sat, 21 Dec 2024, 3:00pm

5.03 KM

'Frosted' is a family panto packed with gags and lovable characters and is something totally new for your family to enjoy

Belvoir Studio Theatre

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Pigeon & Plum

Sat, 21 Dec 2024, 3:00pm

2.11 KM

Pigeon & Plum are back!! Founded and run by motley band of local Belfast born circus artists, carny clowns, anarchist actors & award winning comedians.

Lyric Theatre

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Festive Dining

Sat, 21 Dec 2024, 3:00pm

0.58 KM

Join in the heart of Belfast for a festive celebration with family, friends, or colleagues.

Fratelli Belfast, Ristorante, Pizzeria & Bar

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Sports Direct Premiership GW22

Sat, 21 Dec 2024, 3:00pm

Join for game week 22 in the Sports Direct Men’s Premiership 2024/25 season.

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Beauty & the Beast – Family Pantomime

Sat, 21 Dec 2024, 4:00pm

1.05 KM

Get ready for a tale as old as time as Beauty and the Beast returns to the Waterfront Studio, Belfast for this year's family pantomime.

Waterfront Hall

Sat, 21 Dec 2024, 4:30pm

From Lisburn to Lapland, Santa’s elves will take you on a journey filled with mischief and magic with this festive family adventure.

Find Out More

Enchanted Winter Garden

Sat, 21 Dec 2024, 4:30pm

36.28 KM

Enchanted Winter Garden returns to Antrim Castle Gardens from 29 November until 21 December 2024!

Antrim Castle Gardens and Clotworthy House

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The Adventures of Red Riding Hood

Sat, 21 Dec 2024, 5:00pm

0.82 KM

The Christmas show for 2024 is a MAC twist on the much loved fairytale, The Adventures of Red Riding Hood.

The MAC

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Sat, 21 Dec 2024, 9:00pm

Sun, 22 Dec 2024, 1:00pm

0.82 KM

The Christmas show for 2024 is a MAC twist on the much loved fairytale, The Adventures of Red Riding Hood.

The MAC

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1.05 KM

Get ready for a tale as old as time as Beauty and the Beast returns to the Waterfront Studio, Belfast for this year's family pantomime.

Waterfront Hall

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Santa’s Virtual Reality Sleigh Ride

Sun, 22 Dec 2024, 4:00pm

Santa's Virtual Reality Sleigh Ride, is a new and exciting Christmas attraction bringing festive magic to Market Square.

Sun, 22 Dec 2024, 5:00pm

Join Belfast’s original non-traditional circus for an all-new hour of hammer-smashing comedy, acrobatics and riotous fun.

Winter Circus by Tumble Circus

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The Pantomime Adventures of Peter Pan

Sun, 22 Dec 2024, 5:30pm

0.66 KM

Northern Ireland’s largest pantomime is back for another magical year with The Pantomime Adventures of Peter Pan.

Grand Opera House

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Miracle at Number 34

Sun, 22 Dec 2024, 5:30pm

0.66 KM

Diona Doherty and Sean Hegarty bring you more festive fun with Miracle at Number 34 at the Grand Opera House this December.

Grand Opera House

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‘The Magician’s Nephew’ (Chronicles of Narnia) by C.S.Lewis

Sun, 22 Dec 2024, 6:30pm

2.96 KM

In this magical adaptation for the stage, join Digory and Polly as they set out on a daring quest to save a life in this family…

The Sanctuary Theatre

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Sleeping with Beauty

Sun, 22 Dec 2024, 7:00pm

1.05 KM

The iconic adult pantomime returns to the Waterfront Studio, Belfast with Sleeping with Beauty, a twist on the fairytale classic.

Waterfront Hall

22 - 23 Dec 2024

Mon, 23 Dec 2024, 12:00pm

Santa's Virtual Reality Sleigh Ride, is a new and exciting Christmas attraction bringing festive magic to Market Square.

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Christmas Slime Workshop

23 - 25 Dec 2024

4.63 KM

Enter the magical world of Slime at Aunt Sandra’s Candy Factory Belfast where you will make four different Christmas themed slimes to take home in a…

Aunt Sandra's Candy Factory

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The Adventures of Red Riding Hood

Mon, 23 Dec 2024, 1:00pm

0.82 KM

The Christmas show for 2024 is a MAC twist on the much loved fairytale, The Adventures of Red Riding Hood.

The MAC

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The Pantomime Adventures of Peter Pan

Mon, 23 Dec 2024, 1:30pm

0.66 KM

Northern Ireland’s largest pantomime is back for another magical year with The Pantomime Adventures of Peter Pan.

Grand Opera House

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Christmas Week Gigs

23 - 24 Dec 2024

0.65 KM

Silly season is finally upon us, which means winter drinks, good food, plenty of craic, and loads of great music at The Dirty Onion.

Dirty Onion and Yardbird

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Mon, 23 Dec 2024, 4:00pm

This Christmas join us as Lisburn transforms into a festive wonderland with the Lisburn Light Festival, perfect for creating memories with family and friends.

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Harbour Lights Trail on the Maritime Mile

Mon, 23 Dec 2024, 4:00pm

2.61 KM

What better place to enjoy a walk than along the city’s glistening waterfront, day or night?

Maritime Belfast Trust

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The Adventures of Red Riding Hood

Mon, 23 Dec 2024, 5:00pm

0.82 KM

The Christmas show for 2024 is a MAC twist on the much loved fairytale, The Adventures of Red Riding Hood.

The MAC

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Mon, 23 Dec 2024, 7:00pm

Experience the magic of Christmas at The Treehouse Belfast's 2024 rooftop movie nights, featuring festive classics like Elf, Love Actually, Home Alone, and more

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