It’s only the start of November, but it’s already beginning to look a lot like Christmas with an ever-expanding selection box of events to see and experiences to enjoy sprouting up all over Northern Ireland... many with a distinctly festive flavour.
Take to the ice in Lisnaskea...
If you’re looking for a sparkling skating session during the coming months, look no further than Share Village on Ice in Lisnaskea - Fermanagh’s only indoor ice rink, situated on the beautiful shores of Upper Lough Erne. SHARE Village on Ice is a fantastic indoor synthetic rink - almost identical to a frozen surface but much more eco-friendly for all the family to enjoy. Whether you’re a budding skater or a confident glider, the wheelchair-friendly ice rink is ideal for all ages and abilities!
Share Village on Ice opens on Friday 18 November and continues through to Wednesday 4 January (4 - 6pm). Admission is £15 per adult & £10 per child aged 5 & under. Visit: www.sharevillage.org/ice-rink
Discover Creole and all that jazz in Armagh...
Don Vappie & Jazz Creole at The Market Place Theatre in Armagh on Thursday 10 November is a unique opportunity to witness New Orleans' finest jazz banjoist (Don Vappie) perform the legendary Créole New Orleans songs. Also featuring David Horniblow, David Kelbie and Sebastien Girardot, 'Jazz Creole' combines all the jazz genres from traditional to modern day funk coupled with the classic early tradition of a string band. Tickets priced £15 available at: www.visitarmagh.com
Laugh out loud with Patrick Kielty in Belfast...
Catch Patrick Kielty at Belfast’s Lyric Theatre as he reprises his critically acclaimed Borderline stand-up show from Thursday 10 - Saturday 12 November. Bittersweet, poignant and laugh out loud funny, this show sees Patrick reflect on his personal past and our shared future in his first live stand-up in over five years. Tickets (£12 - £28) available at: www.lyrictheatre.co.uk
Explore Christmas Markets in Gilford...
There will be over 40 Christmas stalls packed with foods, artisan crafts, sustainable living gifts, abundant hampers, wreaths and more at the Elmfield Christmas Markets in Gilford on Friday 11 November (10am - 3pm). Enjoy a breakfast or lunchtime snack or coffee and a sweet treat while listening to some live Christmas carols in the cobbled courtyard. Admission is £10 - visit: www.elmfieldestate.com/market/
Crack up with Conal Gallen in Cookstown...
Knot Again starring Conal Gallen at The Burnavon in Cookstown on Friday 11 November is the hilarious new comedy play written by celebrated comedian, Conal Gallen, and his son Rory. Bridie convinces her hapless husband, Willie, to renew their wedding vows in the hope that she will get a new kitchen. But nothing goes as planned! Tickets (priced £24) available at: www.burnavon.com
Uncover local history through art in Larne...
Everyone's invited to the Saturday Opening of Larne Museum & Arts Centre on 12 November from 10am - 3pm for a chance to view the permanent exhibition gallery exploring the agricultural, industrial, military and maritime history of the local area. While you're there, check out A Coastal Peninsula, a solo art exhibition by local artist, Audrey Kyle, in the temporary gallery, which captures landscapes, nature and country living on the coastal peninsula of Islandmagee. Admission is free.
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Nicholas Sadlier
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