Christmas markets to visit around Northern Ireland this year
There is no doubt that pre-Christmas stress is absolutely a real thing and what better way to relieve it than to walk through a wonderland of lights and nostalgic smells and songs?
The warm feeling of comfort and excitement paired with the hot chocolate heating up your hands is an unmatched feeling that only comes around once a year.
Christmas markets have become an established event during the festive season and are loved by not only local residents but businesses as well. These markets provide the opportunity to purchase heartfelt gifts as well as the chance indulge your taste buds in delectable edible treats.
So if you want to get into the festive spirit, make sure to visit at least one of these great festive markets around Northern Ireland:
Christmas markets have become an established event during the festive season and are loved by not only local residents but businesses as well. These markets provide the opportunity to purchase heartfelt gifts as well as the chance indulge your taste buds in delectable edible treats.
5. Creative Peninsula Christmas Fayre, Newtownards
In Ards Art Centre, a seasonal market of creative crafts and more is ready for the festive season with gifts galore, live music, complimentary gift wrapping, and festive refreshments. Enjoy late-night shopping on Friday, December 1 from 4pm to 8pm and small business Saturday on Saturday, December 2 from 10am to 4pm. This market comes to you with a range of artisan goods, enjoy shopping for unique, handcrafted goods whilst supporting local artists. If you're a festive shopper this fayre is just what you need. Quality ceramics, glass, jewellery, textiles and food are all just a small taste of what you will find at the creative Peninsula Christmas fayre. For more information visit: andculture.org.uk/whats-on/creative-peninsula-christmas-fayre Photo: Pixabay.