Christmas 2022 in Belfast: Our Top 5 Recommendations
There’s no better time to visit Belfast than Christmas. The city is truly magical when dressed in its festive finery. The Harrison will have a Victorian festive theme throughout the building. The house will be bedecked with lights, holly, ivy and mistletoe. Guest can enjoy mince pies and mulled wine and feel like they are experiencing a little bit of Christmas in days gone by. Here are our top choices for entertainment in and around Belfast.
The Christmas Markets
Where: City Hall
When:19th November to 22nd December
What to expect: In the grounds of The City Hall, shop for crafts, sample international cuisine and feel the atmosphere of the German beer halls in the centre of Belfast.
Pigeon and Plum Vaudeville Christmas Show
Where: Lyric Theatre (a short walk away)
When: 7th to 23rd December
What to expect: The Lyric Theatre transforms into an opulent Victorian music hall with a contemporary punk rock twist. So come submerge yourself into the decadent beer halls of old Berlin and let the festive frivolity commence! Meet your host “Peregrine Ravenguard” plus Bob Pickles the Whittling Gimp, Fanny Batter the Domestic Dame, Hilario Spillachi performing daring feets of dexterity & lots of new variety acts for all to feast their festive peepers upon.
Hillsborough Castle Illuminated Trail through Festive Gardens
Where: Hillsborough Royal Castle (just 20 mins drive away)
When: 1st December to 1st January
What to expect: The gardens of the royal palace are illuminated with over 1 million lights to make a magical trail full of magic and wonder. Glistening trees, flickering flames, giant baubles and jewel like colours fill the open air garden under the stars. Enjoy toasted marshmallows, hot chocolate and other festive delicacies with talented street food vendors in the gardens
Edwardian Christmas Evenings at Cultra Folk Park
Where: Ulster Folk Park 10 miles away?
When: 6th and 10th 17th December
What to expect: Take a stroll back in time through cobbled streets into old world candle lit houses with chestnuts roasting on open fires. Enjoy traditional decorations and watch willow working and seasonal crafts just as it was done in edfwardian times.
Witness the festivities in tea lane and then compare to how the bank managers family would have celebrated 100 years ago. Enjoy cinnamon toast off the open hearth and drink mullled wine just as in days of old.
Christmas Special - Murder She Got Wrote Off
Where: Accidental Theatre
When: Fridays and Saturdays in December
What to expect: A Belfast take on Jessica Lansbury’s detective series where the audience partake in a drinking game in a hilarious and farcical adaption. Fancy dress optional. Silly sense of humour essential.
