Find out how the villages of Ards and North Down are marking Christmas 2024 this festive season.
You can find out more about the City of Bangor and Newtownards Switch Ons here.
Towns and villages listed in alphabetical order.
Towns
Bangor Christmas Light Switch On
Saturday 23 November | 12noon – 7pm. Switch On 5.30pm
Celebrate Christmas in the City and make a start on some early Christmas shopping. Enjoy the festive entertainment and the beginning of the Christmas season with the annual Switch On of the Christmas Lights.
Organised by Ards and North Down Borough Council with support from Bangor Chamber of Commerce
Comber Christmas Light Switch On
Thursday 28 November | 4pm-8pm
Christmas Fair in the Square and Christmas light switch on
Organised by Comber Regeneration Community Partnership
Donaghadee Christmas Light Switch On
Friday 29 November | 6.30pm
Family fun - Santa arrives by Lifeboat and Christmas grotto
Sunday 1 December | 7pm
Community Carol Service
Followed by the Christmas light switch on
Organised by Donaghadee Community Development Association
Holywood Christmas Light Switch On
Saturday 30 November | 10am-5pm. Switch On 4.30pm
Welcome in the festive season to the town with what is sure to be a memorable day for all the family. Enjoy entertainment including Santa's Grotto, fairground rides, live performances that will get you in the Christmas spirit, an Artisanal Market of handcrafted gifts and delicious treats, and much more!
Organised by Holywood and District Community Council
Free event | Charges will apply to stall purchases on the day
Newtownards Christmas Light Switch On
Saturday 30 November | 10am-7pm, Switch On 6pm
Join the festive family fun and enjoy a seasonal atmosphere at the festive market in Conway Square in the centre of the town, as Newtownards welcome Christmas with the annual Light Switch On event.
Organised in partnership with Ards and North Down Borough Council and Newtownards Chamber of Trade
Villages
Ballygowan
Saturday 30 November | 4pm - 6pm Tree light switch on, Carol singing and a special visit from Santa
Organised by Ballygowan and District Community Association
Ballyhalbert
Friday 6 December | 7pm-9pm Christmas Tree Light Switch On
Saturday 7 December | 1pm - 4pm Community Christmas Dinner
Saturday 21 December | 6pm - 7pm Santa Sleigh Ride through village
Organised by Ballyhalbert Community Association
Ballywalter
Thursday 5 December | 7pm - 9pm Christmas Tree Light Switch On
Saturday 7 December | 2pm - 4pm Children's Christmas party
Organised by Ballywalter Community Action Group
Carrowdore
Saturday 30 November | 6.30pm - 8.30pm Christmas Tree Light Switch On and Christmas Fantasyland Festival
Friday 22 - Sunday 24 November Mini Christmas Market and Wreath Making classes
Monday 25 - Friday 29 November Daily craft activities
Organised by Carrowdore District Community Association
Cloughey
Wednesday 4 December | 6.30pm - 9.30pm Christmas Festival and Tree Light Switch On
Organised by Cloughey and District Community Association
Conlig
Saturday 7 December | 3.30pm - 5.30pm Family Festival and Christmas Tree Light Switch On
Organised by Conlig Community Regeneration Group
Greyabbey
Friday 13 December | 1pm - 9.30pm Something for Everyone Christmas Festival and 7pm - 9.30pm Christmas Tree Light Switch On
Organised by Greyabbey and District Community Association
Groomsport
Thursday 5 December | 5pm - 8pm Christmas Festival and Christmas Tree Light Switch On - Details to be confirmed
Organised by Groomsport Village Association
Helen's Bay
Wednesday 18 December | 6pm - 8.30pm Christmas Carols and Christmas Tree Light Switch On - Details to be confirmed
Organised by Helen’s Bay and Crawfordsburn Residents Association
Killinchy
Monday 9 December | 6pm - 10pm Christmas Festival and Tree Light Switch On
Organised by Killinchy Community Association
Kircubbin
Tuesday 3 December | 7-9pm All Inclusive Christmas Festival and Christmas Tree Light Switch On
Sunday 15 December Children's Christmas Party
Organised by Kircubbin and District Community Association
Millisle
Saturday 7 December | 6.15pm - 9pm Christmas Festival and Tree Light Switch On
Organised by Millisle and District Community Association
Portaferry
Friday 29 November | 6.30pm - 8.30pm Community Christmas Lights Switch On
Organised by Portaferry Gala Festival
Portavogie
Friday 6 December | 9am - 3pm Community Fun Day at School
Friday 6 December | 7pm - 9pm Carol Service and Light Switch On
Thursday 19 December | 1pm - 3pm Seniors Christmas Dinner
Organised by Portavogie Regeneration Forum
Please note that all details were correct at time of publication and as always are subject to change. Please check directly with each provider for the latest information before attending any event.
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