TREAT YOUR TEACHER COMPETITION Do you have the BEST TEACHER? At Ballymena BID, we truly appreciate all the amazing teachers and school staff in our local primary schools. It’s been a while since we sat in those primary school seats ourselvesm so we want to hear from you, the students! Tell us why your teacher,…
Around Our Town – Walking & Food Tours Return This May! Alastair Donaghy & Ballymena BID is delighted to bring back our “Around Our Town” Walking & Food Tours, running on the third Saturday of each month from May to September. 📅 Tour Dates: Saturday 17th May Saturday 21st June Saturday 19th July Saturday 16th…
Easter Colouring Competition – A Huge Thank You! We have been absolutely overwhelmed by the response to our Easter Colouring-In Competition with local primary schools! Over a thousand colourful entries were submitted, and they are nothing short of stunning. These bright and joyful creations are now on display in and around Ballymena town centre until…
Hop Into Easter Fun in Ballymena Town Centre! This Good Friday, 18th April, from 12pm – 3pm, Ballymena Town Centre is the place to be for a fun-filled family day out! Join us for an unforgettable Easter Egg Hunt starting in Wellington Court, where the excitement begins! Children can get creative with Easter crafts, enjoy…
Ballymena BID Thanks Local Community for Supporting the Digg Deep for Kids Christmas Campaign Ballymena BID extends a heartfelt thank you to the incredible Ballymena community and local businesses for their outstanding support of the Digg Deep for Kids Christmas campaign. Together, we have made a significant difference in the lives of children in need…
Festive Fun in Ballymena Town Centre Experience the magic of Christmas in Ballymena Town Centre, where the festive spirit comes alive every Saturday from 30th November to 21st December. With a wonderful mix of entertainment, delicious food, and unique shopping opportunities, Ballymena is the perfect place to soak up the Christmas atmosphere this season. Stroll…
Give the Gift of Ballymena This Christmas! 🎄 Searching for the perfect Christmas present? The Ballymena Gift Card offers choice, convenience, and the joy of supporting local businesses. Spend it at over 110 locations, including High Street favourites such as Primark, Dunnes, Marks & Spencer, Next, and a wide range of independent stores and businesses…
Join Us This Thursday for Ballymena’s 2024 Discount Day—A Shopping Event Not to Be Missed! This Thursday, 7th November, from 9 AM to 9 PM, Ballymena will host its Annual Discount Day, organised by the Ballymena Business Improvement District (BID). Shoppers can enjoy fantastic savings across the vibrant town centre, as local boutiques and national…
This Halloween, Ballymena’s Trick or Treat Trail brought thousands to our town centre for a day filled with thrills, fun, and community spirit. With an amazing turnout and incredible costumes, the atmosphere was nothing short of electric! From the start at Fairhill Shopping Centre, where we hosted free face painting and our Best Dressed competition,…
The Ballymena Autumn/Winter Fashion Show made a grand return on Friday, 18th October, delighting hundreds of fashion enthusiasts with a glamorous night of style and community spirit at the Tullyglass Hotel. Jointly organised by Ballymena BID and Mid and East Antrim Borough Council, the event was hosted by Cool FM’s Melissa Riddell and curated by…