Christmas Loading: Events in Loughrea this weekend
Christmas Loading: Events in Loughrea this weekend
Kick off the festive season with the following event in and around Loughrea town, on Friday, 29th and Saturday, 30th November, and Sunday, 1st December.
Fri. 29 Nov.: Beattys of Loughrea Black Friday Stihl Demo Night | An Crush Nua | 7pm – 10pm
Fri. 29 Nov.: Loughrea Bingo Christmas Night in aid of PALS Autism Group | Temperance Hall | 8pm
Sat. 30 Nov.: Loughreaโs Christmas Market | Charlies Bar Loughrea || 11am – 7pm
Sat. 30 Nov.: Loughrea Community Lights Switching on the Loughrea Christmas Lights | Main Street, Loughrea | 5pm
Sat. 30 Nov.: Christmas Wreath Workshop | Slieve Aughty Centre | 3pm
Sat. 30 Nov.: Bravo TheatreGroup ‘A Magical Journey’ 10 Years Greatest Hits Concert | Temperance Hall | 7.30pm (doors 7pm)
Sat. 30 Nov.: Live Music with The CEOโs and Rachel Connelly | Charlies Bar Loughrea | from 10pm
Sat. 30 Nov.: Live Music with Blessed | Keary’s Bar |
Sun. 01 Dec.: Ballymana N.S. Christmas Market | St. Michaelโs Hall, Craughwell | 10.30am – 4pm
Sun. 01 Dec.: Kilnadeema N.S. Christmas Fair & Santa’s Grotto | Kilnadeema N.S. | 12pm – 4pm
Sun. 01 Dec.: Trad Session with Ann & Martin | Arch Bar Loughrea, Barrack Street
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Sat. 30 Nov. | 11am โ 7.30pm
Location: Charlies Bar Loughrea, Main Street
From 11 AM to 7.30 PM, shop a fantastic selection of artisan crafts, seasonal treats, and unique gifts. Support local businesses and small vendors while finding the perfect present for your loved ones.
Loughrea Community Radio 102.9fm Broadcasts Live
Get into the festive spirit with Loughrea Community Radio (LCRfm 102.9), who will be broadcasting live from Loughrea Christmas Market at Charlies Bar Loughrea. Tune in for:
- The Afternoon Show: 12 PM โ 2 PM
- All Out Classics: 2 PM โ 4 PM
- The Weekend Cruise: 4 PM โ 5 PM
Loughrea Community Lights Display: At 5 PM, on Saturday, 30th November, join Loughrea Community Lights for the official lighting of the Christmas lights on Main Street, led by Santa himself! Heโll be accompanied by school bands and choirs, and special guests from the Loughrea Hurling Team, with the Tom Callanan Cup. Itโs a magical moment you wonโt want to miss!
Support the Loughrea Christmas Lights Fund
This year, Loughrea Community Lights have a โฌ21,000 Giveaway fundraiser. Donations will directly support the maintenance and running costs of the beautiful Christmas lights that make our community shine bright during the Christmas.
How You Can Help: Donate to the Light Fund: Every contribution counts! Tickets available online atย Loughrea Community Lights โฌ21,000 Giveaway or at the Christmas Market, or, visit participating shops:
– Martin Dolan Expert Electrical
– and Salon 11.
Tickets are priced at โฌ20 for 1 ticket or โฌ50 for 3 tickets.
Bravo Theatre Group Celebrates 10 Years with โGreatest Hitsโ Concert
This Saturday, 30th November, Bravo TheatreGroup invites you to celebrate 10 years of musical theatre with their special โGreatest Hitsโ concert. Join a talented cast of performers from throughout the years for an unforgettable evening of songs at the Temperance Hall, starting at 7:30pm.
Tickets are โฌ15 and can be purchased in advance at https://www.gr8events.ie/sales/index.php?event=1786.
Donโt miss this exciting celebration of musical theatre!
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A selection of stalls will be available at the Christmas Market at St. Michaelโs Hall, Craughwell, with all funds raised going towards developing facilities at Ballymana N.S. There will be a raffle for hampers and other prizes at 2.30pm in St. Michaelโs.
- Date: Sunday, 1st December
- Time: 10am โ 4pm
- Location: St. Michaelโs Hall, Craughwell
- Enquiries: 087-7652858 OR info@ballymanans.ie
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This annual festive event promises a fun-filled day for all the family, featuring a craft fair, cake sale, raffle, and the opportunity to visit Santa in his Grotto. (For โฌ10 per child (or โฌ25 for 3 or more children), visitors can meet Santa, enjoy a family photo, and receive a special selection box. Pre-booking is essential to ensure a spot.) Enquiries: Contact Shirley at 087-9395448
- Date: Sunday, 1st December
- Time: 12pm โ 4pm
- Location: Kilnadeema National School
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