Events In the City
Experience a truly Classical Christmas Celebration and take some time to come along to one of the many festive family events taking place in the city.
27th November - 23rd December - “Jack and the Beanstalk”
27th November - 23rd December - “Jack and the Beanstalk”
Santa’s Magical “Jack and the Beanstalk” Nature Trail
Ness Lifestyle & Garden Centre
234 Glenshane Road,
BT47 3SN
Meet Santa in his grotto and enjoy a fun-filled nature walk on this magical tour!
Book in advance - 028 71301285
www.christmasatness.com
Christmas at Riverwatch Aquarium
For Christmas, Riverwatch Aquarium and Visitor Centre will be transformed into an ice cold winter wonderland. Feel the chill in the air, see the icy waters and watch out for Jack Frost!
Riverwatch is a fantastic tourist attraction located just outside Derry City centre (opposite the Everglades Hotel) and with FREE admission it’s a must do for families and visitors. Visitors can see and learn all about our local wildlife and there are free activity packs to keep the kids entertained. We have lobster, crabs, starfish, coalfish, blenny’s and lots of other marine and freshwater fish and shellfish.
Over the winter months Riverwatch will be open Monday to Friday from 10am with last admission at 4pm so it’s the perfect place to bring the kids to after school on those dark winter afternoons.
For more information visit www.loughs-agency.org or call 02871 342100.
Festive Time at the Tower Museum
Why not take a tour or plan a day out at the award winning Tower Museum?
To celebrate the festive season the Tower Museum has a special admission rate of just £1. Offer valid for the month of December 2009 only.
Visit the award-winning Story of Derry exhibition or find out more about La Trinidad Valencera, one of the ships from
the Spanish Armada, which sank off the north coast of Donegal.
Why not also visit one of the city's other museums
- Harbour Museum
- Workhouse Museum
For further information on the city's museums:
Email museum@derrycity.gov.uk
Tel: 028 7137 2411
12th December - Mayors Choral Festival
Mayors Christmas Choral Festival at the Guildhall with performances by the City of Derry Civic Junior Choirs and the WELB Youth Orchestra of seasonal songs, under the direction of Donal O’Doherty. For tickets contact the Millennium Forum Box Office 028 71264455.
12th December - Santa on a Speedboat at Creggan Country Park
Come and see Father Christmas arrive at Creggan Country Park by speedboat on Saturday 12th December 2009 at 12 noon, visit the magical grotto and meet the elves!
Let Christmas really begin with our Special Santa Package:
All good girls and boys will receive a gift from Mr Claus plus a professional photograph with a kiddies meal and drink service by our seasonal characters in the restaurant.
Price: £9.95 per child and £3.50 per adult:
Adults receive hot chocolate and Christmas treat
Opening Times: 11 am - 6 pm from 12th - 20th December inclusive
For more details telephone 028 71 363133 or visit
w: www.creggancountrypark.com
12th - 24th December - Winter Woodland in the Craft Village
Let Santa’s Elves guide you into the magical winter woodland at the Craft Village. An opportunity for shoppers to relax and enjoy a truly personal experience. Kids can take part in Christmas workshops and listen to stories by the fireside in Santa’s workshop. Sing along with the Victorian Carol Singers and Choirs from Schools, Churches and Communities who will be performing daily. An unforgettable experience for the whole family.
15– 19 December 2009
Void Open Art Fair -
Show and Sell
Void invites you to show and sell your artwork in the leadup to Christmas
Opening Saturday 12 December 2009 3-6pm
• Maximum of 5 pieces per person
• £5 hanging fee per piece
• Size limited to 4ft x 2 ft
• You set your price
You can drop off your artwork between 11am - 5pm on 2- 8 December
Exhibition continues Tuesday 15 December - Saturday 19 December
19th December - Walled City Market
Walled City Market stalls with a Christmas theme will be on the historic City Walls with additional craft producers exhibiting their goods in the Piazza area of the nearby Millennium Forum
19th December - Choral Festival’s Grand Final performance
Mayors Christmas Choral Festival’s Grand Final performance in the Guildhall with a magical performance of Handels Messiah by Codetta, the City of Derry Youth Choirs with a 30-piece orchestra and soloists. For tickets contact the Millennium Forum Box Office Tel 028 71 264455.
Carol Service at St Eugene's Cathedral Sunday 20th December 6pm til 7pm everyone welcome!
Children wrap up your unwanted toys and bring them along as presents for other less fortunate children.
