This year’s festivities will take place at Portview Trade Centre on the Newtownards Road starting with a night time market from 6pm to 10pm on Saturday 17 December and continuing from 12pm to 4pm on Sunday 18 December.

Portview Christmas sees Banana Block and the stunning top floor room in the historic Portview linen mill transformed into a magical shopping extravaganza. Showcasing over 130 of the best of Northern Ireland’s makers with art and crafts, fashion, jewellery, artisan food, vintage, seasonal gifts and much, much more there really is something for everyone. This free event will also feature live music plus a range of hot food and bars throughout the space. It is fully family-friendly with lots of surprises and dogs are welcome too!