Make Mid Ulster your home for Christmas this year and share in special moments with us as we brighten up the darkest of days at the end of November, when our towns light up for the Christmas season.
Mid Ulster Town Centre Christmas Trails
Taking place in Dungannon, Cookstown, Maghera, Magherafelt, and Coalisland. Starting 15 November and running through to 6 January 2025.
Don’t forget to enjoy the Mid Ulster Town Centre Christmas Trails that will guide you through town centre streets where magic meets mystery. Each town has its own Christmas theme and custom map, leading you to selected shop windows with hidden surprises!
Scan the magical QR code on your phone or use the clue sheet at each stop to solve the puzzle, and step inside to get your map stamped. Solve all the puzzles, and a sweet chocolate prize awaits! Maps can be picked up at participating retailers in each of the towns.
View Town Centre Christmas Trails video for a 'how to' guide on how to complete the trails.
Small Business Saturday
Taking place in Dungannon, Cookstown, Maghera, Magherafelt, and Coalisland on Saturday 7 December 2024 from 12 noon to 3 pm.
It’s the perfect time to support your local businesses at home for Christmas, by doing so you could be entered into a competition to win an apple watch or a Mid Ulster Gift card.
*Due to storm Darragh, all on street entertainment has been cancelled, however the competition is still taking place.
Santa's Grotto at the Bridewell, Magherafelt
Santa returns to the Bridewell this festive season, each Saturday from 23 November to 21 December.
Experience the magic of Christmas at the Bridewell Grotto. Post your letter to the North Pole and make your very own Christmas decoration.
Visit Santa and his elf in his enchanting Christmas grotto, take your own family photos and receive a small gift.
Santa’s Grotto will be open on Saturday 23 November 2024 from 2pm to 5.30pm and every Saturday after, up to 21 December from 10.30am to 3.30pm.
Neuro divergent friendly sessions will be offered from 10.30am to 12 noon. Our neuro diversity facilities will include low lighting, soft to no music, spaced seating and extra time if required. Please note Changing Place facilities are available on site and the Grotto is directly accessible for wheel users via Church Lane Entrance. If you require any additional assistance please advise when booking.
Tickets cost £6 per child (adults go free).
Booking through Visit Mid Ulster, email the Bridewell, or telephone 028 7963 1510.
Santa's Grotto at the Hill of the O'Neill & Ranfurly House, Dungannon
Santa’s Christmas Grotto returns to Hill of The O’Neill & Ranfurly House this December for another fun family experience! Santa’s Grotto will be open from Saturday 14 to Sunday 22 December 2024. An ASD-Friendly session is available to book on Sunday 15 December.
Watch their delight as Santa’s elves and Mrs Claus welcome children to the enchanting Christmas grotto. Here you will get the opportunity to meet Santa and Mrs Claus and experience the magic of Christmas!
There will be lots of opportunities to take your own family photos and make some magical memories. Each child will get a small gift to take home.
Tickets cost £6 per child (adults go free).
Booking through the venue's website is now open.
View Christmas holiday arrangements for bin collections, Council offices and facilities.