Christmas at the Ulster American Folk Park

Discover the magic of a traditional Christmas at Ulster American Folk Park. 

Wander through the wintry, cobbled streets of Ulster decorated for the festive season, from the humble surroundings of the Weaver's Cottage to the indulgent Christmas of the Campbell House. 

Meet Mrs Mellon and taste traditional Christmas cake, enjoy the festive sounds of brass bands, and take a horse and carriage ride around the Folk Park (if the weather allows). 

Festive family fun

Children can get hands-on with festive crafts, play with wooden toys, follow the Christmas bauble trail and write a letter to Father Christmas. There are marshmallows to toast, popcorn chains to make, and a festive sleigh - perfect for a family photo.

Visit Mrs Claus' Bakery for warmed apple punch and mince pies, or pick up a special decoration from the Christmas pop-up shop. Look out for Captain Mummer’s lively performance, celebrating one of the oldest Christmas traditions of rural Ulster.

Christmas in America

Stroll down American Street as it comes alive with festive cheer. Enjoy the smells, flavours and decorations that shaped the modern holiday season and find out how European settlers influenced Christmas. Indulge in Father Christmas cookies and s'mores toasting kits at our festive kiosk. Don’t forget to stop by Maker Café for hot chocolate and sweet treats, and pick up last-minute gifts in the shop! 

Brass and Silver Bands

Enjoy the traditional sounds of brass and silver bands from Strabane and St Eugene’s Brass Band, and St Mary’s Silver Band, on our Christmas dates throughout December.

Listen to Strabane Brass Band from 12:00 to 14:00 on Saturday 20th and Monday 22nd December. Hear the warm tones of St Eugene’s Brass Band from 12:00 to 14:00 on Saturday 13th December. Experience St Mary’s Silver Band performing at the Folk Park from 13:00 to 15:00 on Sunday 14th and 21st December. 

Enjoy the full Christmas programme on:

• Friday 19th, Saturday 20th & Sunday 21st December
• Monday 22nd December 

Weekday Visits

While our full Christmas activity won't be happening on weekdays, the Folk Park will be decorated for the festive season from 6th December until 2nd January.  On weekdays, you can still learn about Christmas traditions, write your letter to Father Christmas, follow the Children's Bauble Trail, see a traditional Christmas card display and taste Christmas cake. 

Weekday tickets during December will just be through our general admission ticket link. 

Christmas Opening Hours at the Folk Park 

We're closed Tuesday 23rd December through to Friday 26th December. We'll reopen on Saturday 27th December and normal opening hours will resume from this date.  We're open on New Year's Eve (31st Dec) and New Year's Day (1st Jan). 

Please note: General Admission Christmas does not include our Visit Father Christmas and his Elves experience. Those tickets must be booked separately and your admission to the Folk Park is covered.