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It’s starting to look a lot like Christmas….
Our 4 main Christmas events have taken place but there's still plenty of Christmas celebrations to enjoy. Find out more below and join in with the Christmas festivities!
Local Community Christmas Events
In addition to the bigger Christmas events, there are also a wide range of Community based Christmas Events happening in the borough, which are organised by external voluntary organisations, supported by the Council’s Festive Fund.
We’re proud to support our local community and voluntary organisations to bring Christmas Festivities to local towns, villages and hamlets throughout the Borough!
Christmas Events - please note the four main Christmas events listed below have now ended. Local community events will continue into December.
Santa's Schedule
Santa's Schedule
Santa will be making his way around a number of our towns to mark the start of our Christmas celebrations.
Festivities will commence in Ballymoney on Thursday 16th November, followed by Saturday 18th November in Limavady, Thursday 23rd November in Ballycastle and finishing on Friday 24th November in Coleraine.
Family friendly
To get you in the spirit, the festive programme is set to be a treat for all the family, with seasonal parades, family fun, Christmas light switch ons, and of course visiting Santa in his Grotto.
In addition to these four events, there will be community festive events taking place in November and December in local towns and villages, supported by Causeway Coast and Glens Festive Fund.
Prebooking for 'Quiet Time' visits
Children with additional needs can enjoy a pre-booked ‘Quiet Time’ in the four towns at the times listed below.
16th November - Ballymoney - Town Hall 3pm – 5pm
18th November - Limavady - Roe Valley Arts & Cultural Centre RVACC 10.30am – 12.30pm
23rd November - Ballycastle - Sheskburn House 3pm – 5pm
24th November - Coleraine - Town Hall 3pm – 5pm
To book your quiet time visit, simply email events@causewaycoastandglens.gov.uk
Santa’s Grotto Opening Times
Join Santa and his elves at his special Christmas grotto, at the following times & places.
16th November – Ballymoney - Church Street From 715pm to approximately 8.30pm This section of the road will be closed.
18th November – Limavady - Drumceatt Square, RVACC From 2pm
23rd November – Ballycastle - Co-op Carpark (Diamond) From 7pm
24th November – Coleraine - New Row, opposite Moore’s From 7.15pm to 8.30pm
Christmas Parade Departure Times & Route details
All parade routes are detailed below, and we would encourage people to choose a safe spot to view the procession.We hope you have great evenings! Remember to tag us in your pictures so we can see how you’re enjoying your night!
16th November – Ballymoney 6.45pm
Join us at 6.45pm where you can view the parade from various locations along the parade route including Coleraine Road - High Street - Main Street - Meeting House Street - Queen Street - Victoria Street - Charles Street and back to Coleraine Road.
18th November – Limavady 4.45pm
Join us at 4.45pm where you can view the parade from various locations along the parade route including Irish Green Street - Rathbrady Road - Roemill Road - Catherine Street - Linenhall Street - Main Street - Connell Street and back to Irish Green Street.
23rd November – Ballycastle 6.45pm
Join us at 6.45pm where you can view the parade from various locations along the parade route including Quay Road - Ann Street - Market Street - Clare Street - Castle Street - Diamond - Ann Street and back to Quay Road.
24th November – Coleraine 6.45pm
Join us at 6.45pm where you can view the parade from various locations along the parade route including Coleraine Leisure Centre – Railway Road - Kingsgate Street - Church Street - The Diamond- Church Street - Kingsgate Street- Railway Road and back to Coleraine Leisure Centre.
Entertainment in the town from 4pm with Santa’s Christmas Cavalcade departing Leisure Centre approx. 6.45pm and finishing at 8.30pm.
The main parade will leave Coleraine Leisure Centre, Railway Road at 6.45pm, along Railway Rd, Kingsgate Street, Church Street, The Diamond, Church St, Kingsgate St, Railway Rd (against the flow of traffic) to Coleraine Leisure Centre. The parade will stop at the Diamond for a few minutes while Santa switches on the Christmas Tree Lights. Santa's Grotto will be located on New Row opposite Moore’s.
We're looking forward to see you!
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Frequently Asked Questions
Do I need a ticket to attend?
No tickets are required, and we urge you to spread out over the parade routes.
Where are the parking facilities?
Due to high levels of traffic making its way to the Christmas events, expect delays. Please adhere to any traffic management signs you see on your approach to the town.
Ballymoney - All available town centre car parks will be open with part of Castle Street and Seymour Street Car Parks being closed to facilitate acts. Also, additional parking will be available at Dalriada School. Disabled parking will be at Townhead Street car park. Normal parking charges apply for all car parks.
Limavady - All available town centre car parks are open.
Ballycastle - All available town centre car parks are open except the Diamond.
Coleraine - Coleraine Town Centre pedestrian zone will be closed to vehicular traffic from 5pm. Parking will be available at the usual car parks in the town including Abbey St, The Mall and Waterside. Disabled Parking will be in the usual disabled parking bays in Coleraine.
Normal car parking charges apply for all town centre car parks.
Where are the toilet facilities?
Ballymoney – Townhead Street (beside Town Hall) and Castle Street
Limavady – Roe Valley Arts Centre, Catherine Street
Ballycastle – Market Street, just off the Diamond (20p payable) and Quay Road Playing Fields (free)
Coleraine – Town centre toilets, Diamond Centre
What disabled facilities are available?
Ballymoney – Accessoloo in Castlecroft Square
Limavady- Disabled facilities in the Roe Valley Arts Centre
Ballycastle- Accessoloo at The Diamond.
Coleraine – Accessoloo at Queen Street
What time does the event start?
Ballymoney – Entertainment in town from 2pm with Santa’s Christmas Parade departing Megaw Park approx. 6.45pm
Limavady – Entertainment in the town from 1pm with Santa’s Christmas Cavalcade departing Limavady High School approx. 5pm
Ballycastle – Entertainment in the town from 6pm with Santa’s Christmas Cavalcade departing Quay Road Playing Fields approx. 6.45pm
Coleraine – Entertainment in the town from 4pm with Santa’s Christmas Cavalcade departing Leisure Centre approx. 6.45pm and finishing at 8.30pm. Santa’s Grotto will run from 7.15pm to 8.30pm.
The main parade will leave Coleraine Leisure Centre, Railway Road at 6.45pm, along Railway Rd, Kingsgate Street, Church Street, The Diamond, Church St, Kingsgate St, Railway Rd (against the flow of traffic) to Coleraine Leisure Centre. The parade will stop at the Diamond for a few minutes while Santa switches on the Christmas Tree Lights. Santa's Grotto will be located on New Row opposite Moore’s.
Will children be able to visit Santa’s grotto?
Santa is very glad to welcome children to his grotto this year!
Ballymoney – From 7pm in Church Street
Limavady – From 2pm in Drumceatt Square
Ballycastle – From 7pm in the Co-op Car Park in the Diamond
Coleraine – From 7pm in New Row (opposite Moore’s).
Santa’s Grotto will run from 7.15pm to 8.30pm on New Row. Santa will leave the parade at Kingsgate St / Long Commons and a vehicle will take him to New Row.
Is there a Quiet Time?
Ballymoney – 3-5pm in the Town Hall
Limavady – 10.30am – 12.30pm in Roe Valley Arts Centre
Ballycastle – 3-5pm in Sheskburn House
Coleraine – 3-5pm in the Town Hall
Quiet Time can be booked by emailing events@causewaycoastandglens.gov.uk
Please state your town of preference in your email.
Are there other Christmas events?
Yes, there are a wide range of Community based Christmas Events, which are organised by external voluntary organisations, supported by the Council’s Festive Fund. We’re proud to support our local community and voluntary organisations to bring Christmas Festivities to the local towns, villages and hamlets throughout the Borough. Dates and times of all Community Switch On and Christmas events are listed in the section above.
Wrap up warm, arrive early and support the local retailers this festive season!
More Information
Santa has a busy time ahead to look forward to, as he will make his way around the four towns marking the beginning of Christmas celebrations.- The best festive market on the North Coast, you'll find the perfect gifts and treats for your loved ones, from pottery and scarves, to stunning jewellery and unique glass homeware, beautiful artwork, candles, artisan food and much more.
- 11 Nov 202321 Dec 2023
- Featuring the creations of emerging collective Maker's Tribe, you'll find unique handmade gifts, from textiles to sculpture to prints and more!
- Grab your apron and come join us at Broughgammon Farm for a morning of hands-on mince pie making.
- Create your own handmade door wreath, enjoy some mulled wine and mince pies during the workshop and fully immerse yourself in Christmas wonder!
- Come and play detective or just sit back and watch the story unfold in a night of murder, mystery and a couple of Christmas carols! Enjoy a light supper and BYOB!
- Come visit Santa at Broughgammon Farm! Nestled down in his brand new fairy lit grotto, Santa will be making his regular stop at his favourite environmentally friendly farm on the north coast. With his friendly elf and and his very festive donkey/reindeer hybrids he cant wait to meet you!
- 16 Dec 202317 Dec 2023
- Discover an ancient craft, experiment with pattern, and create your own Christmas-themed block printed napkins to take home, while enjoying delicious festive refreshments, all in the evocative Georgian setting of Camus House.
- Join Limavady Drama Club with the children from Chloe Riley Drama on a magical journey to the enchanting world of "Sleeping Beauty".
- THE MAGIC OF PANTOMIME REAWAKENS IN THE RIVERSIDE THEATRE Mr. Hullabaloo Productions proudly presents this year's pantomime spectacular - Sleeping Beauty.
- 16 Dec 2023
- 16 Dec 2023
- 17 Dec 2023
- 17 Dec 2023
- If you love local fresh food, quirky handmade crafts, fine art and speciality products why not visit one of the market days at the beautiful Limavady town centre location of Drumceatt Square.
- Artist Lorna Gough is offering the unique opportunity to take part in a couple of festive needle felt workshops
- An adaptation of the much loved 'Brothers Grimm' classic fairy tale, using puppetry, object theatre and original music, the story is set in a shoemaker's shop and is told in a playful way with gentle audience participation.
- Join Broughgammon Farm to make four edible treats to kickstart the festive season.
- Back by popular demand,this entertaining show returns for another night of toe-tapping festive magic with a super line-up.
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