{"id":13119,"date":"2016-12-02T17:58:57","date_gmt":"2016-12-02T16:58:57","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/whatsonni.com\/news\/?p=13119"},"modified":"2016-12-02T17:58:57","modified_gmt":"2016-12-02T16:58:57","slug":"jacqueline-from-whatsonni-com-shares-her-pick-of-what%e2%80%99s-on-this-weekend-across-ni-15","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/whatsonni.com\/news\/2016\/12\/jacqueline-from-whatsonni-com-shares-her-pick-of-what%e2%80%99s-on-this-weekend-across-ni-15\/","title":{"rendered":"Jacqueline from whatsonni.com shares her pick of What\u2019s On this weekend across NI"},"content":{"rendered":"<h1>Down<\/h1>\n<p>Make magical memories at WWT Castle Espie with a day out to see Santa and his elves from 3<sup>rd<\/sup> to 18<sup>th<\/sup> December.\u00a0 Tickets are available to purchase online and include refreshments, access to the Santa experience and nature reserve plus children receive a gift from Santa.<\/p>\n<h1>Armagh<\/h1>\n<p>\u2018Santa\u2019s Magical Solstice Christmas\u2018 at the Navan Centre &amp; Fort will take you on an enchanted Christmas journey to the magical land of Lapland as day quickly turns to night and the wonder of the Solstice takes place from 3<sup>rd<\/sup> to 22<sup>nd<\/sup> December. \u00a0Santa will be waiting to meet all the boys and girls, and of course, he has a gift for all the children!\u00a0 Planning to go to the\u00a0Cinderella at the Market Place Theatre?\u00a0 Buy your Theatre ticket at the Market Place Box Office, showing your Santa\u2019s Magical Solstice Christmas ticket and get\u00a0\u00a32.50 off per ticket for\u00a0the panto\u00a0for the following performances:<\/p>\n<p>Friday 9th Dec. at 6.30pm, Friday 16th Dec at 6.30pm &amp; Friday 23rd Dec at 6.30pm.<\/p>\n<h1>Fermanagh<\/h1>\n<p>Christmas shoppers are in for a treat as Fermanagh and Omagh District Council once again hosts its Christmas Craft and Food Fair in Enniskillen on Saturday 3rd December from 10.00 am to 5.00 pm, with stalls located in both the historic Town Hall and in the bustling Diamond in the centre of the town.\u00a0 This popular event which follows hot on the heels of the highly successful\u00a0 Christmas lights switch-on, is always a major attraction and provides the ideal opportunity for shoppers to sample and purchase a range of locally made food delights and handmade crafts, alongside soaking up the festive atmosphere, experiencing the sights, sounds and smells of the season and finding those unique gifts for family and friends.<\/p>\n<h1>Tyrone<\/h1>\n<p>Don\u2019t miss this year\u2019s Coalisland Christmas Lights Switch-On, which takes place on Sunday 4th December at the Cornmill Centre.\u00a0To help build up to the big switch on, supported by Mid Ulster District Council, DJ Marty Lo and the stars of the CRAIC pantomime \u2018Beauty and the Beast\u2019 will start the celebrations at 5pm. To add to the atmosphere, you\u2019ll be treated to an evening of festive fun, including street entertainment, giveaways, music from local talent, a music and dance performance by the very talented cast of CRAIC and other surprises.\u00a0 While Santa will be busy right across Mid Ulster over the coming weeks, he\u2019ll be in attendance to make sure the lights are on by 6.30pm.<\/p>\n<h1>Derry<\/h1>\n<p>In Magherafelt, a fantastic array of 25 artisan food and craft stalls, will be the centrepiece of the 2016 Magherafelt Christmas Market and Christmas Lights-switch on , taking place from Friday 2nd to Sunday 4th December.\u00a0 Enjoy browsing and sampling the locally produced food and drink, or take time to unwind in the lounge with a craft beer, hot mulled wine or just sit and relax. There will be lots of hints and tips for Christmas feasts and local bands and school children will perform in the marquee over the weekend. Vote for your favourite taste too, as local butchers compete for the crown of \u201cMagherafelt\u2019s Best Banger\u201d or enter the Christmas Jumper Competition taking place on Sunday 4 December!\u00a0 All wrapped up in this smorgasbord of treats will be Magherafelt\u2019s Christmas Lights Switch-on on Saturday 3rd December at 7pm, with Chair of Mid Ulster District Council and Santa of course, finishing the evening of festive fun with a spectacular fireworks display.<\/p>\n<h1>Antrim<\/h1>\n<p>See Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs at the Courtyard Theatre until the 17th December This sparkling production features an outstanding cast, puppetry, dazzling sets and lavish costumes.\u00a0 All ages can join in the excitement as this timeless fairtytale unfolds.\u00a0 Special guest, Santa, will be handing out presents at the end of the show.\u00a0 With just 180 seats, this intimate venue is perfect for children to get up close to the action.\u00a0 Don\u2019t miss out on the truly magical experience of a Christmas pantomime.\u00a0 RELAXED PERFORMANCES: Saturday 26 Nov at 1pm and Saturday 3 Dec at 1pm. SIGNED PERFORMANCE: Sat 3 Dec at 7pm<\/p>\n<h1>Belfast<\/h1>\n<p>This Saturday 3rd December, for one night only, Elvis will be at Belfast Cathedral. \u00a0The ELVIS Spectacular stars 2012 European Champion Mr Ciaran Houlihan with his TCB Band and The SWEET Sensations. Ciaran looks, sounds and moves just like the King of Rock and Roll and we&#8217;re certain the show will be a night to remember &#8211; Book your tickets now! Belfast Cathedral are delighted to host this show where Ciaran and his band will perform some of ELVIS&#8217;s great gospel hits including &#8220;How great thou art&#8221;, &#8220;Come all you faithful&#8221;, &#8220;Amazing Grace&#8221; and &#8220;The Lords Prayer&#8221;- as well as many of The KING&#8217;s huge Rock &#8216;n Roll hits! Tickets are \u00a315 with limited parking available at Belfast Cathedral for \u00a34.<\/p>\n<p>For more details on these events and to add your events free go to\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/whatsonni.com\/\">whatsonni.com<\/a>. 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