The light still shines - Christmas Tree Festival
Lislimnaghan Church premises in Omagh are transformed to a spectacular forest of dazzling, decorated Christmas trees, which will be open from Thursday evening 27 November to Sunday 30 November for the public to visit and enjoy, while supporting four very worthy community charities in the process.
Outside stand two large Christmas trees, positioned adjacent to the hilltop church, a huge traditional, colourful tree from Baronscourt estate and a recyclable industrial tyres one, polar opposite in style, but they offer a stapshot of the variety within. Plus there are a number of fresh Christmas trees for sale outside.
Schools’ involvement include primary children singing carols at Thursday opening festival launch at 7pm and a senior school choir performing at Friday at 11.30am providing some of the seasonal musical tributes throughout the Festival.
The festival opening time is Frid and Sat 11am to 9pm Sunday 2.30pm to 6pm, closing with a carol service at 7.30pm.
Christmas trees designs by the various schools within a 10 mile radius of the church are being carefully designed and decorations created to establish the theme of their chosen Christmas Carol. All ready for display but keeping stum until the big reveal at the countdown at the launch.
The 80 trees will be lit and displayed to their best advantage so everyone can enjoy the variety and interpretation of Christmas carols presented by the organisations and churches while businesses create their own unique themes throughout the festival.
Ensuring a welcome cuppa is available, the church parishioners supported by local bakeries and retail sponsors, will service refreshments in the hall. Organisers thank everyone who has given of their time, professional skills and donations to supported the festival.
They offer a warm welcome to everyone to come to enjoy this cross community experience!
Donations support the four named charities – Care for Cancer, St Vincent de Paul, Cancer Focus, The Bishops’ Appeal. https:/www.facebook.com/TheLightStillShines2025