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Light Up Your Christmas in Ards and North Down
Mark the beginning of the festive season in the City of Bangor — enjoy live music, Christmas cheer, and plenty of shopping to get you into the holiday spirit.
Saturday 21 November | Marine Gardens
12noon – 6.30pm | Switch On at 6pm
More information to come!
Organised in partnership with Ards and North Down Borough Council and Bangor Chamber of Commerce
Whilst in the city...
North Down Museum
The North Down Museum located in the grounds of Castle Park, just a short stroll from the city centre, will be hosting its annual Made in AND: Pop-up Christmas Shop [free admission] which features handcrafted gifts and artwork made by over 20 talented local artists and crafters.
Getting here
Public Transport | The nearest rail and bus station is Bangor, located in the City Centre, a short walk up an incline will take you to the City Hall, Castle Park, where the market will take place. For information on Translink timetables and fares please visit Translink.co.uk or call the Contact Centre on +44 (0) 28 9066 6630.
By car | Do you plan to drive to the event? Allow plenty of time for your journey. If you are travelling by car, follow directional road signs to Bangor City Centre and check out what car parking is available in the city (free and charged).
Car parking | Ards and North Down Borough Council
Sustainability
Ards and North Down Borough Council is committed to reducing our carbon footprint. Please keep sustainability in mind when coming along to our events. We encourage visitors to travel via public transport. Please dispose of rubbish in the bins on site.
Stay a while
Why not make a break of it? Relax in the beauty of this place, offering everything from 5 star luxury to cosy guest houses or unique self-catering options, maybe camping and caravanning is more your thing, let us help you plan your perfect getaway.
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[Please note, this event is being photographed/filmed. Images may be used in Ards and North Down Borough Council promotional material. If you do not want your image to be used, please inform our event staff].
Guide Prices
| Ticket Type | Ticket Tariff |
|---|---|
| Ticket | Free |
Free to attend. Cost applies to purchases made on the day.
