We look forward to celebrating Twilight Night with our residents, businesses, local groups and organisations on Wednesday 21st October and Thursday 22nd October 2026. We hope to see you there enjoying the festivities.
It is assistance dogs only in Wallace Park during the Twilight Night events.
Entry is by pre-paid ticket only!
Food & drink traders will also be available in Wallace Park for both nights, including:
- Pizza Street – Social Crew
- Browns Fish & Chips
- Dinky Donuts
- McDonalds Ice Cream
- Chocolate Fountains WPM
- Town & Country Catering (Ice Cream)
- Rare Grazing
- The BBQ & Grill
- Nomad Grill
- Glaze & Roll
- Chameleon Events
Opening Hours for Wallace Park
To allow for the event site to be set up safely ahead of Twilight Night, Wallace Park will be closed to the public during the following times:
Monday 19th October from 10.00pm until 3.00pm on Friday 23rd October
Only assistance dogs will be allowed into the park during the event.
Open to pedestrians from 6.00am to 12 noon on Thursday 22nd October
Parkmount car park will be closed from 10.00pm on Monday 19th October until 3.00pm on Friday 23rd October. There will be limited access to Blue Badge holders on the evening of the event.
Relaxed Twilight Night
Date: Wednesday 21st October
Time: 6.30pm to 8.30pm
Entry to Wallace Park is by pre-purchased ticket only. *Assistance dogs only are allowed at the event.
A sensory-friendly, inclusive event ideal for families with young children or anyone sensitive to noise and crowds.
In the safe space of Wallace Park our residents can enjoy a silent disco, a twilight light trail and performances from local groups.
There will be AccessoLoo facilities available at the event.
Twilight Night Parade
Date: Thursday 22nd October
Time: 6.40pm
Come and watch our magical, Community Lantern Parade as it weaves its way through Lisburn City Centre from Bow Street Mall to Wallace Park. This year the parade will be complemented by special LED drumming performances from SPARK!.
Little Monsters Ball
Date: Saturday 24th October
Time: 11am to 1pm
Venue: Moat Park Pavilion, Dundonald
Cost: Free (no booking necessary)
Come and enjoy face painting, arts & crafts, sensory buses and walkabout characters.
Indiana Land Howling Halloween Disco
Date: Thursday 29th October
Time: 5.45pm – 7pm
Cost: £5.00 for Vitality members, £8.00 for non-members
Come along, if you dare! Dress up your little monsters and enjoy a howling time at our disco in Indiana Land.
Enjoy DJ entertainment, prize giveaways, and freaky face painting!
To book, visit www.theicebowl.com
Halloween Roller Disco
Date: Thursday 29th October
Time: 6.15pm – 7.15pm, or7.30pm – 8.30pm
Cost: FREE to Vitality members, £5.00 for non-members
Rolllll into the spooky season with our Halloween Roller Disco with Kellys Roller Disco.
Book online from 10am on 15th October via www.theleisureplex.com. Early booking is strongly advised.
Reminder - Children aged 12 and under must be accompanied by a responsible adult at all times. The minimum roller skate boot size available is infant size 10.
Howling Halloween Leisure Pool Party
Date: Friday 30th October
Time: 3pm – 5.20pm
Simply book a Leisure Pool Slide Session during this time and enjoy the below for FREE!
- Meet the Sanderson Sisters
- Lots of DJ entertainment
- Prize giveaways
Prebooking is essential and opens 7 days in advance. Visit www.theleisureplex.com or download the Vitality member app.
Child admission policy applies.
Sensory Friendly Indiana Land Session
Date: Friday 30th October
Time: 5.30pm – 6.45pm
Cost: FREE to Vitality members, £5.50 for non-members
Join us for a fun Halloween themed session aimed at individuals aged 14 years and under with autism spectrum disorders and those with sensory sensitivities. Friends and family welcome!
Need a breather from the play area? Our sensory room offers a calm, quiet space for anyone who needs some time out.
For session times and tickets, visit www.theicebowl.com Age and height restrictions apply.
Freaky Friday Fun at Dundonald International Ice Bowl
Date: Friday 30th October
Time: 11am to 4pm
Book your activity and enjoy a day of FREE face painting, balloon modelling and prize giveaways. You can event meet the Sanderson Sisters (11am to 2pm).
Spooky Saturday at Dundonald International Ice Bowl
Join us for a Saturday full of spooky family fun!
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Halloween Party on the Ice
- Enjoy a Halloween party on the ice with prize giveaways and DJ entertainment! Pre-booking is essential. For session times and tickets visit www.theicebowl.com All clothing must be secure and appropriate for ice skating.
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Spooky Xtreme Bowling
- Enjoy DJ entertainment, karaoke and prize giveaways!
- For session times, visit www.theicebowl.com
To book your lanes, telephone the Bowling Centre on 028 9080 9102 or 028 9080 9104. -
Freaky fun in Indiana Land
Sessions run from 10am! Age and height restrictions apply. Online booking is required. Customers with a booking can enjoy the below for FREE!
- Face painting and balloon modelling: 11am - 4pm
- An enchanting visit from the Sanderson Sisters: 12 noon – 4pm
For more information and to book visit www.theicebowl.com or download the Vitality Member app.
Online booking opens 7 days in advance.
Purple Turnip Festival
Date: Saturday 31st October
Time: 12 noon to 3.00pm
Venue: Market Square, Lisburn
Cost: FREE (no booking required)
Make your way to Market Square this Halloween for a FREE afternoon filled with family fun. Enjoy live entertainment, face painting, arts and crafts, street performances, and meet some of your favourite Halloween characters. Expect plenty of spooky surprises along the way and lots of Halloween fun for all ages!
Juvenile Golf Coaching
Date: Monday 26th to Friday 30th October
Venue: Castlereagh Hills Golf Course - 9.30am to 12.30pm. Aberdelghy Golf Course - 1.30pm to 4.30pm.
Cost: £100 per juvenile
Led by PGA Professional Wesley Ramsay, these fun and engaging sessions are designed exclusively for juvenile looking to learn new skills, build confidence and improve their game over the Halloween break.
Whether your child is just starting out or looking to take their golf to the next level, this programme is tailored for all abilities.
Spaces are limited, book early to avoid disappointment!
To book your child’s place, call Castlereagh Hills Golf Course on 028 9044 8477.