Christmas shopping across the Borough

Shop ABC Gift Card

This festive season, our city, towns, and villages are brimming with choice — from charming local shops to your favourite high-street brands. Whether you’re hunting for everyday essentials, delightful seasonal treats, or those must-have gifts, you’ll find everything you need right here in Armagh City, Banbridge and Craigavon Borough.

And now, there’s a new way to make your Christmas shopping even more meaningful. The Shop ABC Gift Card is your passport to festive spending across the borough — perfect for treating loved ones while supporting the heart of our community.

Available as both a physical card and a digital card for mobile wallets, it’s a flexible, feel-good gift that keeps your spending local and your festive spirit high.

The Shop ABC Gift Card can be spent at shops, restaurants, salons, attractions, and hotels throughout the borough.

With over 180 businesses already on board — and more joining every day — your gift card helps keep spending local, supports jobs, and brings Christmas cheer to our high streets.

So this Christmas, choose local. Purchase the Shop ABC Gift Card here – Shop ABC Gift Card | Town & City Gift Cards UK

Armagh City

Indulge in a stress-free shopping adventure in Armagh City, home to a vast selection of premium stores that offer unparalleled customer service. Combine Christmas shopping with a fun day out for you and your loved ones: book a reservation at a restaurant, watch a performance at The Market Place Theatre, or explore one of the many tourist spots.

Make sure to be in Armagh City during its famous Georgian Festival, taking place from Thursday 26 November until Sunday 29 November 2026, visit: Visit Armagh – Georgian Festival | Thursday 27th November – Sunday 30th November

Santa on Tour is coming to the Market Place Theatre, Armagh City on Sunday 29 November  1pm – 4pm (Please Note: The Christmas lights are switched on as part of the Georgian Festival, therefore this event hosts the Santa on Tour experience only).

To find out more about the retail offering available in Armagh City, visit: Retail | Urban ABC

Banbridge

Experience a truly wonderful Christmas shopping experience in Banbridge, where you can find a unique selection of independent shops and specialist retailers offering exclusive brands and exceptional customer service. Get everything you need for the festive season while soaking up the Christmas spirit in Banbridge.

Join us for Santa on Tour on Friday 27 November from 6pm to 8.30pm in Banbridge town centre, to experience a magical Christmas celebration, as the Christmas lights are switched on and the town centre is transformed to host a dazzling line up of festive entertainment.

To find out more about the retail offering available in Banbridge, visit: Retail | Urban ABC

Craigavon

Retail therapy this Christmas in Craigavon? Absolutely. One of Northern Ireland’s most popular shopping centres, Rushmere, is your one-stop shop for fashion, homeware, groceries and more this festive season. You’ll find over 70 big brands, an abundance of restaurants and coffee shops, pop-up stalls, music, table tennis and a large screen – playing whatever’s big news that day – adding to the buzz. You’ll be able to get your beauty and jewellery fix here, too.

And just a stone’s throw from Rushmere is Marlborough Retail Park, home to more grocery, homeware, sports outlets, fast food and coffee retailers, so why not make Craigavon part of your Christmas visit wish list this year!

To find out more about the retail offering available in Craigavon, visit: Retail | Urban ABC

Dromore

Experience the joy of stress-free shopping this festive season in Dromore. Our independent retailers, services, and delicious food from family-owned businesses will provide you with unique and special gifts for the season.

Don’t miss the festive fun on Saturday 21 November from 4pm to 7pm in Dromore Town Centre. Experience the enchanting Santa on Tour when the Christmas lights will be switched on in a spectacular display of magical entertainment. With lively music and captivating performers, there will be plenty of Christmas cheer for the whole family to enjoy!

To find out more about the retail offering available in Dromore, visit: Retail | Urban ABC

Lurgan

Experience the joy of Christmas shopping in the historic market town of Lurgan, with its combination of traditional and cosmopolitan stores. Take a leisurely stroll through the array of independent outlets offering antiques, curiosities and art from local crafters. Look no further for all your festive needs – Lurgan’s retail offering is sure to deliver the personal touch you are looking for.

Save the date and join us for the enchanting experience of Santa on Tour on Thursday 19 November, from 6.30pm to 8.30pm at Lurgan Town Plaza. The evening will dazzle with festive lights, filled with exciting music, delightful magic, and a touch of elfish mischief to kick off the festive season!

To find out more about the retail offering available in Lurgan, visit: Retail | Urban ABC

Portadown

This Christmas, let Portadown inspire you with its elegant boutiques, charming gift shops, and high street brand outlets. Explore the great names of retail, as well as innovative independent outlets, at Portadown’s modern shopping centres – The Meadows, High Street Mall, and Magowan West – and take time to relax at the cafés between shopping trips.

Santa on Tour is coming to Portadown Town Plaza on Friday 20 November from 6.30pm to 8.30pm. Come along for a delightful evening filled with festive cheer as the lights go on in style, with spectacular entertainment, stunning festive displays, and enjoyable activities for the whole family.

To find out more about the retail offering available in Portadown, visit: Retail | Urban ABC

 

Late Night Shopping

Many shops throughout the Borough will remain open later during week nights in December, so it’s definitely worth checking out! This is a great chance to experience sparkling festivities in our city and towns adorned in all the splendour of the season. 

Shop Local this Christmas

If you’re looking for a unique Christmas shopping experience this festive season, consider visiting our rural towns and villages in our Borough. With a variety of independent retailers, you’ll find great ideas for gifts and other items. Supporting local businesses and shopping locally helps to sustain our rural towns and villages, so this Christmas, visit our smaller towns and villages and enjoy the convenience and pleasure of shopping local in:

  • Donaghcloney
  • Gilford
  • Hamiltownsbawn
  • Keady
  • Markethill
  • Rathfriland
  • Richhill
  • Tandragee
  • Waringstown

This Christmas, please show your support for our rural communities by shopping locally.