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Carrickfergus Christmas Lights Switch On

High Street, Carrickfergus, County Antrim, BT38 7AF
High Street Stage crownd awaiting the switch on

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Come along for an afternoon of festive family fun on Saturday 23 November from 12pm, with dance, music and Christmas characters to get you into the Christmas spirit before the lights switch on at High Street.

There will be plenty of entertainment on stage throughout the day including performances from local performing troupes such as Uplift Performing Arts, Royal Tara Dance Academy, live music and more. From festive characters, face painting, Christmas carnival games, and some funfair rides, there is lots of fun for the family.

The Traditional Civic carol service will take place in the historic St Nicholas’ Church from 4pm.

Help the Mayor and Santa countdown to the official lights switch on at 5.30pm (approx). Enjoy the magical finale where a fabulous fireworks display will take place at approx. 5.45pm from Fisherman's Quay. (Weather dependent).

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Carrickfergus Christmas Lights Switch on (23 Nov 2024)

* From 14:00 to 18:00 (Fireworks at approx. 17:45 - weather dependent)

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