‘Just Us’ to perform at Enniskillen Christmas Lights Switch on

‘JustUs’ is local community group dedicated to providing adults with disabilities opportunities for a regular and fun social life. This Saturday 23 November, the group will showcase their talents and perform at the Enniskillen Christmas light switch on helping to bring festive cheer with Christmas carols and songs.

Chair of Fermanagh and Omagh District Council, Councillor John McClaughry said,

‘I am delighted that ‘JustUs’ will be performing at the Enniskillen light switch on event. Their commitment to raising awareness and fostering inclusion for people with disabilities is truly commendable. I encourage everyone to come along, join in the festivities and sing along to their collection of festive favourites as they take to the stage at the Diamond just after 4pm’.
Hosted by Fermanagh & Omagh District Council in collaboration with Urban Events, this year’s event, themed ‘Once Upon a Christmas’ promises a magical celebration with festive family activities, including Christmas carols and live music performances.
Entertainment will begin at the Diamond from 1pm where, St Mary’s and Ballyreagh Silver Bands followed by Aiden Scott-Brown, will create a welcoming festive atmosphere. Children and families can enjoy face painting from 3pm to 4pm.
Adding extra sparkle to the celebrations, Santa’s little helper and compere, Buddy the Elf will warmly welcome everyone to the Diamond. After ‘JustUs’ perform their Christmas carols, Fermanagh Churches Forum will present a short Christmas Blessing.
Buddy, Santa’s energetic Head Elf will invite the audience on a magical journey around the globe with some of our favourite fairytale characters, including Moana from Hawaii, Belle from France, and Anna & Elsa from Norway. Each character will share unique holiday traditions from their cultures and perform their famous songs.

As the clock nears 5pm, the excitement will build as Santa Claus arrives, making his way through the audience to join Buddy on stage. Together, they’ll lead everyone in a countdown and the switching on of Enniskillen’s Christmas lights at 5:30pm. Following the switch on families will have the opportunity to get a photo with Santa beside the Christmas tree, whilst the entertainment will continue with a performance from Destiny’s Elf girl band, bringing an upbeat end to the night with festive music until 5:45pm.
Accessible viewing areas will be available in Enniskillen and Omagh for the Christmas Lights Switch on events, along with convenient car parking and accessible facilities in near by Council venues.

The areas will be allocated to people with disabilities and family members on a first-come-first-served basis on the evening.
Enniskillen Castle have Lunchtime Carols by Harmonise Choir between 1.00 – 1.45pm on Saturday 23 November.
The entertainment continues at the Castle on Saturday 7 December with the Christmas Farmer’s Market 11.00am – 4.00pm. Experience the best of local craftsmanship and specialty products and explore a selection of high-quality goods from local producers. See Santa who will be available between 1.00pm – 4.00pm taking time out from his busy schedule for any last minute requests, post your letter, and take part in a festive Christmas trail and find the Christmas decorations hidden around the museum galleries, to solve the mystery clue and claim a prize.

The festive atmosphere continues at the Diamond in the lead up to Christmas with the Seasonal Outdoor Music programme featuring live performances by local artists and bands including, Fermanagh Concert Band, Churchill and Letterbreen Silver Bands, Sharon Leonard and more, every Saturday afternoon from 30 November and continuing on 7, 14, and 21 December
Explore the full Christmas Programme, including sensory-friendly events in the Events & Festivals section of the Council website at www.fermanaghomagh.com.

For information on the Enniskillen Christmas Lights Switch On Event and what’s on over the festive season please visit www.fermanaghomagh.com