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Christmas Evenings at the Ulster Folk Museum (Cultra)

Christmas Evenings at the Ulster Folk Museum (Cultra)

An enchanting Christmas evening filled with festive sights, sounds and traditions to stir old memories and create new ones, plus music from our special guests, the Ulster Orchestra 

Wander through the cobbled streets and cosy cottages, decorated with wreaths, twinkling lights and the glow of braziers. Be transported back in time through your own festive memories - to when carol singers went door to door, or when homemade decorations were crafted at the kitchen table. Enjoy live music from the Ulster Orchestra, one of Northern Ireland's leading arts organisations. 

Warm up with cinnamon toast, roasted nuts and a slice of Christmas cake, or purchase a mulled wine or hot chocolate in our courtyard (please drink responsibly). Listen to carol singers as well as a harpist and brass band who will fill the air with music and bring the town to life! 

Try your hand at traditional crafts from willow star making to creating decorations at our family-friendly craft stations. In the Picture House, settle in for Christmas films from the silent era, or listen to festive stories told by the fireside. Across the town, you can say hello to our donkeys, pick up some handmade decorations for sale in the Gift Shop, and meet our makers keeping traditions alive. There might even be snow! 

Wrap up warm, put your phone on silent, and embrace the nostalgia of a traditional Christmas at the Ulster Folk Museum.

Please note, Santa tickets are separate to this event. If you wish to purchase tickets for our Santa experience, please do so here. 

Dates:

  • Friday 11 December - 17:00 to 21:00 
  • Friday 18 December - 17:00 to 21:00 
Important information
  • Space are limited, the Christmas Evenings are popular - pre-booking is recommended to secure tickets. On the night purchases will be subject to availability
  • Admissions will open at 17:00. 
  • All visitors must check in at the ticket kiosk on arrival
  • An accessible bus will be available to support with movement between overflow car parking and the Ulster Folk Museum entrance
  • With the event taking place in the hours of darkness please use the buses and do not attempt to walk between the overflow car parks
  • Parking will be limited, we recommend the use of public transport
  • Green tickets are available offering a 20% discount – please note you will be required to show proof of a valid public transport ticket on arrival

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  • Adult
    Adult
    £17.50
    £19.25 (including donation)

    18 - 59 years

    0 14 max

    18 - 59 years

  • Child
    Child
    £10.90
    £11.99 (including donation)

    5-17 years - U16's must be accompanied by an adult

    0 14 max

    5-17 years - U16's must be accompanied by an adult

  • Under 5 years
    Under 5 years
    Free

    0 - 4 years - Whilst there is no charge for this ticket, a ticket is still required for entry. U16's must be accompanied by an adult

    0 14 max

    0 - 4 years - Whilst there is no charge for this ticket, a ticket is still required for entry. U16's must be accompanied by an adult

  • Senior
    Senior
    £13.75
    £15.13 (including donation)

    60 years+

    0 14 max

    60 years+

  • Student
    Student
    £13.75
    £15.13 (including donation)

    18+ years in full-time education

    0 14 max

    18+ years in full-time education

  • Family of 3
    Family of 3
    £37.35
    £41.09 (including donation)

    1 adult & 2 Children OR 2 adults & 1 child

    0 3 max

    1 adult & 2 Children OR 2 adults & 1 child

  • Family of 4
    Family of 4
    £43.05
    £47.36 (including donation)

    1 adult and 3 Children OR 2 adults & 2 children

    0 3 max

    1 adult and 3 Children OR 2 adults & 2 children

  • Family of 5
    Family of 5
    £51.10
    £56.21 (including donation)

    2 adults & 3 children OR 1 adult & 4 children

    0 2 max

    2 adults & 3 children OR 1 adult & 4 children

  • Member single
    Member single
    £8.75

    18 years+. Valid membership required

    0 5 max

    18 years+. Valid membership required

  • Member Joint
    Member Joint
    £17.50

    18 years+. Valid membership required

    0 7 max

    18 years+. Valid membership required

  • Member family of 3
    Member family of 3
    £18.65

    Member family of 3. Valid membership required

    0 3 max

    Member family of 3. Valid membership required

  • Member family of 4
    Member family of 4
    £21.55

    member family of 4. Valid membership required

    0 3 max

    member family of 4. Valid membership required

  • Member family of 5
    Member family of 5
    £25.55

    member family of 5. Valid membership required

    0 3 max

    member family of 5. Valid membership required

  • Green Ticket - Adult
    Green Ticket - Adult
    £14.00
    £15.40 (including donation)

    18 - 59 years. This ticket price is only valid for those travelling to the event by public transport. A valid transport ticket for the event date must be shown on arrival

    0 14 max

    18 - 59 years. This ticket price is only valid for those travelling to the event by public transport. A valid transport ticket for the event date must be shown on arrival

  • Green Ticket - Child
    Green Ticket - Child
    £8.70
    £9.57 (including donation)

    5 - 17 years. This ticket is only valid for those travelling by public transport, proof of ticket required on arrival. U16s must be accompanied by an adult

    0 14 max

    5 - 17 years. This ticket is only valid for those travelling by public transport, proof of ticket required on arrival. U16s must be accompanied by an adult

  • Green Ticket - Senior
    Green Ticket - Senior
    £11.05
    £12.16 (including donation)

    60 years+. This ticket price is only valid for those travelling to the event by public transport. A valid transport ticket for the event date must be shown on arrival

    0 14 max

    60 years+. This ticket price is only valid for those travelling to the event by public transport. A valid transport ticket for the event date must be shown on arrival

  • Green Ticket - Student
    Green Ticket - Student
    £11.05
    £12.16 (including donation)

    18+ years in full-time education. This ticket is only valid for those travelling by public transport - valid proof to be shown on arrival

    0 14 max

    18+ years in full-time education. This ticket is only valid for those travelling by public transport - valid proof to be shown on arrival

  • Green Ticket -Family of 3
    Green Ticket -Family of 3
    £29.85
    £32.84 (including donation)

    1 adult & 2 Children OR 2 adults & 1 child. This ticket price is only valid for those travelling to the event by public transport. A valid transport ticket for the event date must be shown on arrival

    0 3 max

    1 adult & 2 Children OR 2 adults & 1 child. This ticket price is only valid for those travelling to the event by public transport. A valid transport ticket for the event date must be shown on arrival

  • Green Ticket - Family of 4
    Green Ticket - Family of 4
    £34.40
    £37.84 (including donation)

    1 adult and 3 Children OR 2 adults & 2 children. This ticket price is only valid for those travelling to the event by public transport. A valid transport ticket for the event date must be shown on arrival

    0 3 max

    1 adult and 3 Children OR 2 adults & 2 children. This ticket price is only valid for those travelling to the event by public transport. A valid transport ticket for the event date must be shown on arrival

  • Green Ticket - Family of 5
    Green Ticket - Family of 5
    £40.90
    £44.99 (including donation)

    2 adults & 3 children OR 1 adult & 4 children. This ticket price is only valid for those travelling to the event by public transport. A valid transport ticket for the event date must be shown on arrival

    0 3 max

    2 adults & 3 children OR 1 adult & 4 children. This ticket price is only valid for those travelling to the event by public transport. A valid transport ticket for the event date must be shown on arrival

  • Carer
    Carer
    Free

    Carer with ID, ticket permitted for carer assisting accessible child or adult

    0 5 max

    Carer with ID, ticket permitted for carer assisting accessible child or adult

  • Accessible Adult
    Accessible Adult
    Free

    18 years+ with a registered disability - proof may be requested on arrival

    0 5 max

    18 years+ with a registered disability - proof may be requested on arrival

  • Accessible child
    Accessible child
    Free

    0 – 17 years with a registered disability. Visitors may be asked to confirm eligibility on arrival

    0 5 max

    0 – 17 years with a registered disability. Visitors may be asked to confirm eligibility on arrival

Christmas Evenings at the Ulster Folk Museum (Cultra)
An enchanting Christmas evening filled with festive sights, sounds and traditions to stir old memories and create new ones, plus music from our special guests, the Ulster Orchestra 

Wander through the cobbled streets and cosy cottages, decorated with wreaths, twinkling lights and the glow of braziers. Be transported back in time through your own festive memories - to when carol singers went door to door, or when homemade decorations were crafted at the kitchen table. Enjoy live music from the Ulster Orchestra, one of Northern Ireland's leading arts organisations. 

Warm up with cinnamon toast, roasted nuts and a slice of Christmas cake, or purchase a mulled wine or hot chocolate in our courtyard (please drink responsibly). Listen to carol singers as well as a harpist and brass band who will fill the air with music and bring the town to life! 

Try your hand at traditional crafts from willow star making to creating decorations at our family-friendly craft stations. In the Picture House, settle in for Christmas films from the silent era, or listen to festive stories told by the fireside. Across the town, you can say hello to our donkeys, pick up some handmade decorations for sale in the Gift Shop, and meet our makers keeping traditions alive. There might even be snow! 

Wrap up warm, put your phone on silent, and embrace the nostalgia of a traditional Christmas at the Ulster Folk Museum.

Please note, Santa tickets are separate to this event. If you wish to purchase tickets for our Santa experience, please do so here. 

Dates:

  • Friday 11 December - 17:00 to 21:00 
  • Friday 18 December - 17:00 to 21:00 
Important information
  • Space are limited, the Christmas Evenings are popular - pre-booking is recommended to secure tickets. On the night purchases will be subject to availability
  • Admissions will open at 17:00. 
  • All visitors must check in at the ticket kiosk on arrival
  • An accessible bus will be available to support with movement between overflow car parking and the Ulster Folk Museum entrance
  • With the event taking place in the hours of darkness please use the buses and do not attempt to walk between the overflow car parks
  • Parking will be limited, we recommend the use of public transport
  • Green tickets are available offering a 20% discount – please note you will be required to show proof of a valid public transport ticket on arrival

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