Whether you fancy travelling back in time with a steam train ride or picking up a few gifts at a Christmas market, there’s something to suit everyone in Mid and East Antrim.
Christmas lights have already been switched on in the borough’s three main towns, with festivities getting off to a colourful start in Ballymena on November 16.
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1. Community and craft village, Larne
Following its successful Christmas lights switch on at the end of November, Larne town centre's festive programme continues with the community and craft village at Broadway. Mid and East Antrim Borough Council, in partnership with Larne Business Forum are inviting local residents to support community groups and artisans at the events on Thursday, December 12; Friday, December 13, and Monday, December 16. Huts will be open between 10am and 4pm with tunes provided by Sounds Good Music. Photo: Mid and East Antrim Borough Council

2. Tale Of The Frozen Heart, Ballymena
Join Nora and her frosty friends as they take you on a magical journey into the unknown during 'Tale of the Frozen Heart' at The Braid theatre, Ballymena on Friday December 20 and Saturday December 21. With singing, dancing and fun for all the family, the show is suitable for children aged three plus. For ticket details, visit https://thebraid.ticketsolve.com/ticketbooth/shows/1173659206 Photo: Inspire ME Entertainment

3. Christmas tree switch-on, Cairncastle
Cairncastle Community Association's Christmas tree switch-on event will take place on Thursday, December 5 at 7pm, with carol singing, refreshments, and children's entertainment. Photo: Rang Oza from Pixabay

4. Dogs Trust Christmas Fair, Ballymena
Festive frolics will be afoot at Dogs Trust Ballymena as the team prepares for its annual Christmas Fair on Saturday, December 7. The fair will feature a wide range of stalls, offering everything from raffles and various games designed for all ages to enjoy. In addition to Dogs Trust’s own stalls, there will be other vendors present selling unique products, all perfect for Christmas gifts or stocking fillers. At the event, which will run between 11am and 4pm, supporters will be able to see the dogs currently available for rehoming and then browse the many craft and food stalls. Most 'impawtantly', Dogs Trust is inviting guests to bring their dogs with them so they can meet Santa Paws - and have their photo taken with the man himself. Photo: Dogs Trust Ballymena