Mallusk Enterprise Park’s much-loved Christmas Market returns for its fifth year, bringing together local businesses, festive entertainment, fantastic prizes and opportunities to support three deserving charities.

Organised by Mallusk Enterprise Park, Newtownabbey’s Enterprise Agency, the event will take place on Wednesday, December 2 from 4pm to 8pm.

Having attracted more than 500 visitors last year, the event has firmly established itself as a highlight of the local festive calendar.

Both the Business Advice Centre and Enterprise Hub will be transformed into a festive shopping experience, with more than 20 independent traders showcasing unique gifts, handmade products and seasonal treats.

Mallusk Enterprise Park’s much-loved Christmas Market returns for its fifth year, bringing together local businesses, festive entertainment, fantastic prizes and opportunities to support three deserving charities. Photo: Mallusk Enterprise Park’

placeholder image — Mallusk Enterprise Park’s much-loved Christmas Market returns for its fifth year, bringing together local businesses, festive entertainment, fantastic prizes and opportunities to support three deserving charities. Photo: Mallusk Enterprise Park’

Visitors can enjoy delicious food from Crepes 2 Go, Hefty Pizza and Burger Queen NI, alongside live music, entertainment and plenty of Christmas cheer for the whole family.

One of the evening’s most anticipated attractions is the free Santa’s Grotto, offering 100 local children the opportunity to meet Santa and enjoy a magical Christmas experience at no cost.

Adding to the excitement, 100 exclusive Christmas goody bags will be available to visitors who register in advance, with hidden golden tickets offering luckyrecipients the chance towin some extra special prizes.

Meanwhile, this year’s charity raffle promises an impressive selection of prizes generously donated by local businesses.

This year's charity raffle promises an impressive selection of prizes generously donated by local businesses. Photo: Mallusk Enterprise Park

Highlights include an overnight bed and breakfast stay at The Rabbit Hotel, a bed and breakfast stay at Dunadry Hotel and Gardens, a day spa experience including treatments and lunch at The Halcyon Spa at Kingfisher Country Estate, a teenager’s bicycle and many more fantastic prizes.

Raffle tickets will be available to purchase online ahead of the event and on the evening, with all proceeds going directly to Northern Ireland Children’s Hospice.

In addition to fundraising for Northern Ireland Children’s Hospice, the market will support Cash for Kids Mission Christmas and Newtownabbey Foodbank, helping families and individuals facing additional pressures during the festive season.

Visitors are encouraged to donate new, unwrapped toys and gifts for children who might otherwise go without this Christmas, alongside non-perishable food items for the Foodbank.

Donations can be dropped off at Mallusk Enterprise Hub in advance of the event, with local businesses and residents invited to get behind both appeals.

Commenting on the event, Emma Garrett, Chief Executive of Mallusk Enterprise Park, said: “Christmas is a time for bringing people together, and our Christmas Market has become a wonderful celebration of community spirit, local enterprise and generosity.

“As we mark our fifth year, it’s particularly rewarding to see how the event has evolved into something that delivers much more than a festive shopping experience. It creates valuable opportunities for small businesses to showcase their products, reach new customers and build connections, while bringing the wider community together.

“At Mallusk Enterprise Park, supporting enterprise and making a positive difference in our community are at the heart of everything we do. This event brings both of those ambitions together, and I’m incredibly grateful to the local businesses, traders and everyone who helps make it possible.

“We’re looking forward to welcoming visitors for what promises to be another fantastic evening, and I’d encourage everyone to come along, support local businesses and share in the Christmas spirit.”

For Santa’s Grotto bookings, Christmas goody bag registration and raffle ticket details, follow Mallusk Enterprise Park on social media, check Eventbrite or visit mallusk.org.