Write a commentChristmas light switching on ceremonies will take place across the district later this month with Newry being the first to get the lighting up treatment on Thursday 23 November.
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Newry will be a hub of activity in the Event Space at Marcus Square, Hill Street from 5pm on Thursday 23 November as the area hosts the Christmas Lights Switch On. A Santa Fun Run will take place at 5.30pm and the winner will be announced just in time for Santa’s arrival at 6.45pm followed by a pyrotechnic display.
Newry, Mourne and Down District Council will see other areas illuminated right up to 8 December 2017.
Council Chairperson, Cllr Roisin Mulgrew said, “The Christmas Lights Switch On events in Newry and Downpatrick will officially mark the start of the Festive Season in the district. I encourage everyone to attend the events to get in to the Christmas mood."
Cllr Mulgrew concluded "We hope everyone enjoys the free amusements, inflatables, face painting, arts and crafts workshops, balloon modellers and other activities in both Newry and Downpatrick. Across the district there will also be Christmas Lights Switch On events in Crossmaglen on 24 November, Newcastle and Kilkeel on 25 November, Warrenpoint on 2 December and Ballynahinch on 8 December.”
For further information please contact Newry Visitor Information Centre on 028 3031 3170 or Downpatrick Visitor Information Centre on 028 4461 2233. Full event listings available at www.visitmournemountains.co.uk or facebook.com/VisitMourneMountains.
