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What to do in Stranraer

Between Monday, November 17, 2025 and Friday, January 16, 2026

Lisburn to Lapland
Nov 21A theatrical performance by Three's Theatre Company, presented by Lisburn and Castlereagh City Council.
Lisburn Light Festival
Nov 20An illuminating light festival across Lisburn City Centre, with a Light Trail at Castle Gardens that includes Santa's Grotto every Thursday.
Christmas Markets
Dec 4Festive markets offering various goods in different locations across Lisburn & Castlereagh.
Bow Street Mini Festive Market
Nov 20A mini festive market located on Bow Street.
Castle Gardens Light Trail
Nov 21A festive light trail perfect for a Christmas day out in Lisburn.
Streamvale Farm Magical Christmas Event
Nov 20A special Christmas event at Streamvale Farm, offering a unique festive experience.
Christmas Disco in partnership with Mencap
Dec 15Join a festive Christmas party featuring a DJ, organized in partnership with Mencap and Bangor Gateway Club.
Christmas Classics with the Gordon Cree Orchestra
Dec 18A Christmas musical night out not to be missed.
Ayrshire Fiddle Orchestra's Christmas Concert 2025
Dec 20An evening of Scottish Fiddle Music from the Ayrshire Fiddle Orchestra, with a bit of Christmas Tinsel added.
Christmas Party Nights
Dec 20Spectacular Christmas Party Nights in an elegantly dressed marquee, creating the perfect festive atmosphere.
Day Dancin' - Jingle All The Day
Dec 20Sleigh the dancefloor at Ayr's ultimate festive daytime disco.
Sleeping Beauty
Nov 28Come and join us for the magical family friendly pantomime.
Festive Dukebox Bingo
Dec 20Round up your friends & join us for a festive-themed bingo night with a fabulous host.
Kilmarnock v Falkirk
Dec 20Scottish Premiership football match.
Festive Dukebox Bingo
Dec 21Join for a festive bingo night with friends.
Sleeping Beauty
Dec 20A pantomime performance for all the family.
Santa Sundays
Dec 7Join for a magical afternoon with Santa.
Christmas Circus
Dec 12Enjoy an alternative Christmas show at the circus.
39th Royal Ulster Winter Fair
Dec 11A major agricultural winter fair in association with Danske Bank.
Santa's Virtual Reality Sleigh Ride
Dec 8Climb aboard for a virtual reality sleigh ride with Santa.
Goldilocks and the Three Bears
Dec 13A festive pantomime performance.
CHRISTMAS CHAMBER CHERUBS CONCERT (Workshop)
Dec 13A Christmas music workshop.
Christmas Mission Inflatable Party
Dec 14An inflatable party event.
The Greatest Show - Juniors & Seniors
Dec 14A performance event for juniors and seniors.
Step Into Christmas
Dec 11A magical, feel-good Christmas show.
Ayrshire Symphony Orchestra Christmas Concerts
Dec 8A Christmas concert by the Ayrshire Symphony Orchestra.
Jumps Race at Ayr Racecourse
Dec 9A jumps race event. Note: This event was abandoned.
Christmas Classics With The Gordon Cree Orchestra
Dec 10A Christmas musical night out not to be missed.
The Tessera Quartet in Ayr: A Candlelit Christmas
Dec 12A Candlelit Christmas concert featuring The Tessera Quartet.
New Year Gala – With The Scottish Chamber Orchestra
Dec 12An evening of music as part of the Ayr Concert Series.
Ayr Choral Union's Christmas Concert
Dec 14Christmas concert featuring Ayr Choral Union performing "Silent Night".
Christmas Party Nights at The Clocktower Courtyard
Dec 13Festive Christmas party night.
Santa's Cousin Bob!
Dec 13A Christmas-themed theatre production presented by The Gaiety Creative Engagement.
Day Dancin' - Jingle All The Day
Dec 14Ayr's festive daytime disco experience.
Sleeping Beauty
Dec 8A magical family pantomime running throughout the Christmas period.
Reel Scotland: The Steamie
Dec 10A screening or performance as part of the Reel Scotland series.
A Very Unlikely Christmas
Dec 11A festive show for the Christmas season.
Festive Dukebox Bingo
Dec 13Round up your friends for a night of Festive Dukebox Bingo with a fabulous host.
Christmas Voices of CentreStage
Dec 13Tickets are available for a Christmas Voices event at CentreStage.
Christmas Party Night
Dec 14Enjoy delicious food and dance the night away.
Walking tour around Belfast: Musical heritage
Dec 20Discover Belfast's musical heritage on a walking tour.
Belfast Christmas Market
Dec 20An award-winning Christmas Market with over 100 stalls.
Riverdance 30 The New Generation
Dec 20Celebrate 30 years of Riverdance with this new production.
Punk Rock Event at Lyric Theatre
Dec 20Belfast's very own punk rock event/show.
The Magic of Christmas
Dec 21An unforgettable holiday season concert by the Ulster Orchestra.
Belfast Giants vs. Dundee Stars
Dec 21An ice hockey match featuring the Belfast Giants against the Dundee Stars.
Breakfast with Santa
Dec 13Have breakfast with Santa.
Christmas Party Nights at The Clocktower Courtyard
Dec 12Celebrate the festive season with Christmas Party Nights.
Belfast Giants vs. Guildford Flames
Dec 12Ice hockey match between the Belfast Giants and Guildford Flames.
Carols at the Carnegie
Dec 16We'll be in the Carnegie Cafe at lunchtime to sing some carols and Christmas songs.
The Rat Pack: Christmas in Vegas!
Dec 16A musical tribute to the Rat Pack, starring Frank Sinatra impersonator David Alacey, Tim Harwood as Dean Martin, and Ashley Campbell as Sammy Davis Jr., transporting audiences to a bygone era of smooth vocals, sharp suits, and festive nostalgia.
A Christmas Carol
Dec 20A dramatic production of Charles Dickens' classic festive story, presented by Happy Thoughts Drama Company.
Into The Groove Presents: Kyle Starkey
Dec 13Clubbing and music event featuring Kyle Starkey
Workington AFC vs Hednesford Town
Dec 13NPL Premier Division football match
Festive Dining Experience
Dec 15A festive dining experience by the sea, featuring candlelight, local flavours, and the magic of Christmas.
Santa Christmas Experience
Dec 19A magical festive adventure with Santa and his cheerful elves.
Temple of the Winds - Winter Solstice Sound Spa Retreat Experience
Dec 20Immerse yourself in a relaxing sound spa retreat experience for the Winter Solstice.
Santa Christmas Experience 2025
Dec 20A magical journey with Santa and his elves for the whole family.
Country Christmas Dance Night
Dec 20A country-themed Christmas dance night.
Santa's Grotto @ Hillmount Carrick
Dec 19Come see Santa in his grotto at Hillmount Carrick.
Christmas Twinkle Trail - All aboard for Christmas
Dec 19Enjoy a steam train ride as part of the Christmas Twinkle Trail experience.
Santa in his grotto
Dec 19Come see Santa in his grotto
Bonnie Bishop and Foy Vance perform
Dec 13Live musical performance by Bonnie Bishop and Foy Vance.
Santa's Spectacular Festive Cavalcade
Dec 13A major festive celebration featuring Santa's Spectacular Festive Cavalcade.
P50 Wool & Whiskers Challenge
Nov 29An ongoing exhibition at the House of Manannan.
Boozy (or not boozy) Brunch!
Dec 13Enjoy a brunch experience.
Christmas LIVE 2025
Dec 11Free event at North Quay, possibly with live music, presented by Coffee Club.
Lesh Shee As Graih 2025
Dec 12Festive charity concert raising funds for Isle of Man Foodbank & Crossroads.
Christmas in Concert
Dec 14A Christmas concert featuring music.
Groudle Glen Railway Santa Trains
Dec 13Experience Santa trains at Groudle Glen Railway.
Festive Wreath Making
Dec 13Workshop to create a festive wreath.
The Greatest Show - Tiny Tots & Minis
Dec 14A performance event for tiny tots and minis.
Absolute Classics Series - Christoph Croise & Oxana Shevchenko
Dec 14A classical music concert featuring Christoph Croise and Oxana Shevchenko.
Santa's Virtual Reality Sleigh Ride
Dec 15Climb aboard for a virtual reality sleigh ride experience with Santa.
Late Night Christmas Shopping
Dec 8Enjoy extended shopping hours for Christmas in Dumfries.
Dumfries Burns Club Poet in Residence evening
Dec 11An evening with the Dumfries Burns Club Poet in Residence.
Dumfries Winter Wonderland Family Funday
Dec 13A family-friendly event with various activities.
Dumfries School of Dance Annual Show 2025 - "Hook's Story"
Dec 13Annual dance show by the Dumfries School of Dance.
University of Glasgow Dumfries Christmas Concert
Dec 13A Christmas concert performed by the University of Glasgow.
Kris Drever concert
Dec 14A live concert by musician Kris Drever.
Christmas Festive Family Trail
Nov 28Wrap up warm and set off on a magical winter adventure at Mount Stewart with a festive family trail.
Local Artists and Crafters Market
Nov 20A market featuring local artists and crafters.
Festive Family Trail at Mount Stewart
Nov 28A magical winter adventure with a festive family trail.
Alex Kidd @ Origin Night Club
Dec 12Alex Kidd will be performing at Origin Night Club.
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Christmas at Glenarm Castle
Dec 1The most magical event of the year, offering festive cheer and activities for all ages.
Santa's in Town
Dec 6Santa visits at the Fairhill Shopping Centre for festive fun.
Steam Train Ride & Santa's Grotto
Dec 12Enjoy a steam train ride, meet Santa, make festive crafts, and decorate gingerbread.
Teen Challenge Northern Ireland Charity Concert
Dec 13A fundraising concert supporting Teen Challenge Northern Ireland.
Open Door Centre Christmas Dinner
Dec 8A Christmas dinner event.
Christmas Twinkle Trail at Shaftesbury Park
Dec 8A festive twinkle trail.
Santa's Grotto at Hillmount Carrick
Dec 12Visit Santa in his grotto.
CARRICKFERGUS MOTORBIKE SHOW
Dec 13Motorbike show in Carrickfergus.
Around the Town Christmas
Dec 10Carrickfergus is sparkling with festive magic this December!
Whole Loada Balls : A Christmas Carol
Dec 13A Christmas Carol performance.
Elevate Christmas Concert for Make a Wish Foundation
Dec 13An evening of music for the Make a Wish Foundation.
Winter Cars and Coffee
Dec 14Gathering of car enthusiasts.
Event at Ashburn Hotel
Dec 14Undetermined event.
Wreath Making Masterclass & Afternoon Tea
Dec 13A masterclass to create festive wreaths, including afternoon tea.
Santas Grotto @ Hillmount Carrick
Dec 12Come see Santa in his grotto.
Tribute to Hans Zimmer & Film Favourites Illuminated
Dec 18An evening of cinema's most beloved film scores.