Ballymena Christmas Lights Switch On
Harmony Hub, Ballymena
Saturday 14 November 2026
2pm to 7pm
Join us as we officially start the festive season with plenty of entertainment for all ages!
Supported by Ballymena BID, the event will see local legend DJ Mark Ritchie spinning the Christmas hits from 2pm, before Downtown Radio’s Kirstie McMurray takes over from 4pm with competitions and giveaways.
Wellington Court will feature a host of Chrismassy characters, face painting and even a petting farm, while the live concert stage at the Harmony Hub will feature music from Xeblam and Ballymena Chamber Orchestra.
There will be Quiet Time with sensory play from 3pm to 4pm.
Santa Claus himself will, of course, be making an appearance with his Clydesdale horses for the spectacular parade, also featuring Cullybackey Pipe Band and local primary school children.
Starting from Wellington Street at 6pm, it will then take in Ballymoney Street, William Street, and Broughshane Street before pausing at the Harmony Hub at 6.30pm for the official lights switch on by Santa and the Mayor.
Ballymena Christmas Lights Switch-On is brought to you by Mid and East Antrim Borough Council, with support from Ballymena BID, in partnership with Downtown Radio.
