Festive fun and shopping in Coleraine this Saturday

As the final Saturday before Christmas approaches, Coleraine town centre is set to come alive with festive entertainment and the perfect opportunities to wrap up your shopping in style.
On Saturday, 20th December, from 9am–4pm, the ever-popular Causeway Speciality Market returns to the town centre, offering a fantastic range of artisan produce, ideal for those looking for that special something.
There is also plenty of free family fun throughout the day:
The Snow Globe returns from 12–3pm for those perfect festive photo moments Express Face Painting and Balloon Modelling will keep younger visitors entertained from 1–3pm
The festive characters will roam the town centre, ready for selfies, laughter and some Naughty-or-Nice List checking. Enjoy live music performances from the brilliant Aaron Jamieson, adding a festive soundtrack to your shopping.
Look out for Riley, the juggling, unicycling elf, and a fine festive stilt walker bringing fun and spectacle to the streets from 1–3pm.
Also running throughout the day is the must-see Christmas Experience in the Diamond Centre. Families can meet Santa, Mrs Claus, the Snow Queen, and the hardworking elves in the magical Toy Mine.
Booking is essential for The Christmas Experience. Tickets are available from Community Rescue Service shops in Coleraine or online at www.communityrescue.org.
Explore everything Coleraine town centre has to offer. From independent stores full of fashion, jewellery and unique gifts, to a range of well-loved high street retailers, there’s something for every type of shopper. And when it’s time to take a break? There’s no shortage of cafés, restaurants and bars, all just a short stroll from the action, perfect for warming up and soaking in the festive atmosphere.
Wrap up warm, bring the whole family, and enjoy a final festive Saturday in Coleraine.