Watch: Buncrana's Swan Park transformed into festive wonderland as Christmas Market is unveiled

Buncrana’s beautiful Swan Park has been transformed into a festive wonderland for its Christmas Markets, which opened on Monday, November 24.

There is a ‘sleigh-load’ of new attractions this year, including the first-ever Santa’s Winter Wonderland Express Train.

The markets, which take place from Monday, November 24 to Sunday, December 7, feature a brand new light show at the entrance of Swan Park and a stroll through the magical Enchanted Forest, where fairy homes and sparkling tree canopies await.

Giant Christmas props, including Santa’s Sleigh, sparkling baubles and a towering 10ft Santa, are there to provide family photo opportunities and the markets themselves are set among a backdrop of daily live music and performances on the decorated bandstand.

The Carndonagh Brass Band at Swan Park Christmas Market.placeholder image
The Carndonagh Brass Band at Swan Park Christmas Market.

For general admission and Santa’s Winter Wonderland Express prices, see https://www.tickettailor.com/events/buncranachristmasmarket or Buncrana Christmas Market on Facebook.

Buncrana Christmas Market runs until Sunday, December 7. Opening hours are Monday - Thursday 3pm - 8pm and Friday - Sunday 1pm - 8pm.

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