Mark your calendars for a season of family fun, delicious food, and unique crafts! The first of these free markets across five locations in the Antrim and Newtownabbey Borough is kicking off in Ballyclare on Saturday 20 April from 11am to 3pm showcasing talented local traders, live music and kids activities including a petting farm.
Free Entry and Fun for All Ages:
This exciting series of events are completely free to attend and offers something for everyone. Kids will be entertained with engaging activities, while adults can browse a wide range of stalls featuring mouth-watering food, handcrafted goods, and local produce.
What to Expect:
Each market across the Antrim and Newtownabbey Borough will offer a unique selection of vendors, but you can always expect a lively atmosphere, family-friendly activities, and a chance to support local businesses. Some of the highlights are:
- Live Music from local musicians
- Petting Farm
- Barkelicious bakes
- Bejewelled Bridal jewellery
- Bee Happy Wreaths
- Hugable Bears
- Calm Re-Leaf
- Ted Shearing
- Crisptix
- Triple Moon Crafts
- Woollie Wonders
- Anthonies Ices
- Leo & Lyn Candles
- Granny Shaws Fudge Factory
- Crepes 2 Go
- The Venerable Bead
- Shorthorn Kitchen
- Beauty Days
- Wee Cottage Crafts
If you can't make this market, there are plenty more accross the Borough:
Ballyclare Market - Ballyclare Town Hall
Saturday 20 April 11am -3pm | Tuesday 21 May (May Fair Day) 10am-4pm | Saturday 25 May (May Fair) 11am-4pm | Saturday 17 August 11am-3pm | Saturday 19 October 11am -3pm
Crumlin Bazaar- Crumlin Leisure Centre
Sunday 5 May 12pm-4pm | Sunday 20 October 12pm-4pm
Antrim Family Fayre - Ulster Bar Corner
Saturday 11 May 11am -3pm | Saturday 31 August 11am -3pm
Randalstown Market - John Street Car Park
Saturday 15 June 11am-3pm | Saturday 12 October 11am 3pm
Newtownabbey Lough Shore Park
Saturday 20 July 11am - 4pm