Make the most of your holidays in Lisburn with our planner guide. Discover all the best events and activities. Whether you're a local or a visitor, our guide helps you enjoy the festive charm of Lisburn.
This season, you can experience the enchanting atmosphere at the Ulster Folk Museum, where traditional festive festivities bring history to life amidst beautiful decorations. For a delightful family outing, don’t miss A Magical Christmas Experience, featuring immersive activities that create lasting memories. And the Christmas at Mountpanther Farm Park is something you definitely don't want to miss, offering a warm and inviting farm setting filled with holiday magic. See more details on these and other fun events and activities below!
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Top Holiday Events In and Around Lisburn
- Christmas at Mountpanther Farm Park (Newtownards)
- Christmas at Ulster Folk Museum (Cultra)
- A Magical Christmas Experience (Belfast)
- Walking With The Snowman™ (Hillsborough)
- Santa Cruise (Strangford)
- Royal Hillsborough Christmas Market (Hillsborough)
- North Down Museum Pop-up Christmas Shop (Bangor)
- Yuletide Market (Saintfield)
- Visit Santa at Ulster Folk Museum (Cultra)
- Enchanted Winter Garden (Antrim)
See these and even more events listed below!
Lisburn Holiday Light Displays
Enchanted Winter Garden
What to Expect:
Twinkling lights and festive attractions in a historic castle setting.
Description:
Antrim Castle Gardens transforms into a vibrant Christmas experience with twinkling lights, rides, attractions, and mouth-watering food at the Festive Food Fayre. Visit Wonderland Wood and meet Santa for an unforgettable evening.
Where: Antrim | More Info: Enchanted Winter Garden
Lisburn Holiday Markets and Shopping
Yuletide Market
What to Expect:
Local traders offering unique holiday gifts and festive activities.
Description:
The Yuletide Market at Rowallane Garden features local traders, festive fun, and holiday shopping in a picturesque setting.
Where: Saintfield | More Info: Yuletide Market
North Down Museum Pop-up Christmas Shop
What to Expect:
Unique local shopping experience with hand-made products.
Description:
North Down Museum's Pop-up Christmas Shop offers a unique shopping experience with beautiful hand-made products from local artists and makers. Explore the museum's galleries filled with unique gifts and support local crafters.
Where: Bangor | More Info: North Down Museum Pop-up Christmas Shop
Royal Hillsborough Christmas Market
What to Expect:
Seasonal decorations inspired by the 12 Days of Christmas.
Description:
Explore the beautifully decorated gardens of Hillsborough Castle, featuring stunning seasonal displays inspired by the 12 Days of Christmas.
Where: Hillsborough | More Info: Royal Hillsborough Christmas Market
Winter Illuminations at The Argory
What to Expect:
Festive decorations and local craft stalls in a historic Victorian mansion.
Description:
Explore the beautifully decorated Victorian mansion at The Argory, featuring festive decorations, local craft stalls, and artisan food vendors. Wander through the charming market stalls filled with handcrafted gifts and enjoy the warm atmosphere of the estate.
Where: Dungannon | More Info: Winter Illuminations at The Argory
Castle Ward Christmas Village
What to Expect:
Local crafts and Georgian-style decorations.
Description:
Explore Castle Ward's Stable yard and theatre space, featuring a handpicked selection of local designer/makers and food vendors showcasing their work and locally produced products. The Stable yard will be dressed in Georgian style with Christmas lights, accompanied by living history actors telling stories of those who called Castle Ward home during the 18th century.
Where: Strangford | More Info: Castle Ward Christmas Village
Dundonald Christmas Market
What to Expect:
Local artisans selling a variety of seasonal items.
Description:
The Dundonald Christmas Market features local artisans selling food, art, craft, and skincare products, along with artisan street food and specialty hot drinks.
Where: Dundonald | More Info: Dundonald Christmas Market
Lisburn Holiday Shows and Entertainment
Mission Santa: An Immersive Christmas Experience
What to Expect:
Immersive theatrical show with a full-dome experience.
Description:
Join the E.L.F. crew on Mission Santa for a Christmas adventure that includes admission to a full-dome show, helping save Santa inside mission control, and a visit to see Santa. Each mission includes a present for each child and a printed family photograph.
Where: Armagh | More Info: Mission Santa: An Immersive Christmas Experience
Lisburn Other Holiday Activities
Christmas at Mountpanther Farm Park
What to Expect:
Interactive Santa experience with animal encounters.
Description:
At Mountpanther Farm Park, families can meet Santa, explore his workshop, and interact with adorable animals. The event includes crafting Christmas decorations, making reindeer food, and enjoying festive activities.
Where: Newtownards | More Info: Christmas at Mountpanther Farm Park
A Magical Christmas Experience
What to Expect:
Interactive holiday journey with personalized visits to Father Christmas.
Description:
At A Magical Christmas Experience, families embark on a guided tour through an Enchanted Forest, visiting Mrs. Claus, the bustling post office, and the Elves' Workshop. Activities include Christmas crafts, festive games, and a visit to Father Christmas, culminating in a special gift and photo opportunity.
Where: Belfast | More Info: A Magical Christmas Experience
Christmas at Ulster Folk Museum
What to Expect:
Traditional Christmas celebration with heritage activities.
Description:
Celebrate Christmas at Ulster Folk Museum with traditional activities and a nostalgic atmosphere, immersing you in the heritage of Ulster.
Where: Cultra | More Info: Christmas at Ulster Folk Museum
Santa Cruise
What to Expect:
Carol singing and toasting marshmallows on a fast speed boat ride.
Description:
Embark on a guided boat trip around Strangford Lough, featuring a visit to Santa's Grotto, festive arts and crafts, and warm treats like mince pies and hot chocolate.
Where: Strangford | More Info: Santa Cruise
Walking With The Snowman™
What to Expect:
Interactive trail of 12 decorated Snowman sculptures inspired by the '12 Days of Christmas' carol.
Description:
Walking with The Snowman™ at Hillsborough Castle features 12 individually painted Snowman sculptures inspired by the '12 Days of Christmas' carol, designed by various artists and displayed throughout the 100-acre gardens.
Where: Hillsborough | More Info: Walking With The Snowman™
An Olde Christmas Stroll at the Ulster American Folk Park
What to Expect:
Guided tour through cobbled streets with traditional Christmas activities.
Description:
Take a stroll through time at the Ulster American Folk Park, where you'll taste warm mince pies and apple punch, listen to Christmas carols and festive stories, and learn about the elaborate table at the Campbell House.
Where: Omagh | More Info: An Olde Christmas Stroll at the Ulster American Folk Park
Visit Santa at Ulster Folk Museum
What to Expect:
Traditional Christmas experience with Santa and heritage crafts.
Description:
Meet Santa at the Ulster Folk Museum, where you can wander through cobbled streets, visit traditional exhibit buildings, and enjoy festive music and crafts.
Where: Cultra | More Info: Visit Santa at Ulster Folk Museum
Santa at Montalto
What to Expect:
Spooky games and Fireworks Display.
Description:
Montalto Estate hosts a Halloween Bazaar on October 26th, featuring a market with local artisans, spooky games, and a Fireworks Display. Visitors can meet Witch Hazel, enjoy BBQ and café treats, and explore the haunted Pumpkin Patch.
Where: Ballynahinch | More Info: Santa at Montalto
Georgian Festival
What to Expect:
Immersive historical celebration with horse-drawn carriages and light shows.
Description:
Step back in time to experience Armagh's rich Georgian history through its buildings, characters, and customs of the latter half of the 18th Century. Enjoy horse and carriage rides, craft and food stalls, children's entertainment, and spectacular light shows that transform historic buildings into shimmering canvases.
Where: Armagh | More Info: Georgian Festival
Hillmount Winter Wonderland
What to Expect:
Personalized Santa photos with child's name and year.
Description:
At Hillmount Garden Centre, immerse your children in a festive journey through our grotto, where they will encounter a range of festive scenes and characters. The children will be welcomed by our elves and meet Mrs. Claus before visiting Santa, receiving a unique Hillmount gift. You are welcome to bring your own camera, and professional photographs are available as an optional extra.
Where: Newtownbreda | More Info: Hillmount Winter Wonderland
Festive Fun in Nearby Cities!
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- Belfast (7 miles)
- Castlereagh (7 miles)
- Newtownabbey (11 miles)
- Newtownards (15 miles)
- Craigavon (15 miles)
- Carrickfergus (16 miles)
- Bangor (18 miles)
- Portadown (18 miles)
- Ballymena (25 miles)
- Newry (27 miles)
- Dundalk (39 miles)