🎄 Artisan Christmas Markets Are Back Across Mid & East Antrim! 🎄

Get ready folks — Mid and East Antrim Borough Council is rolling out a brilliant series of Christmas Artisan Markets, celebrating local makers, festive food and handcrafted gifts across the Borough!

These markets are always a class day out — the perfect chance to support small businesses, meet the talented creators behind the stalls and soak up some proper Christmas atmosphere in the heart of our town centres.

📍 Ballymena Artisan Market
📅 Wed 3 – Mon 8 December
⏰ 11am – 4pm
📌 Wellington Court
Expect festive treats, artisan bakes, handmade decorations and unique gifts from our amazing local producers.

📍 Larne Artisan Market
📅 Wed 10 – Mon 15 December
⏰ 11am – 4pm
📌 Broadway
(Open as usual Monday, closed Sunday for both markets.)

Deputy Mayor, Cllr Tyler Hoey, said it best — these markets bring “warmth, character and a chance for local traders to shine,” reminding us all how important it is to support small businesses at this time of year.

Stallholder Cherryl Graham from Made by Cherrybee added that the markets are full of “a lovely atmosphere,” bringing together regulars, new faces and plenty of festive buzz.

✨ And don’t forget — the Artisan Markets are just one part of this year’s festive programme, joining light switch-ons, community events and the brand new Christmas Twinkle Trail at Shaftesbury Park, Carrickfergus.

🎅 Mark the dates, support local and soak up the magic!