Date of moates second christmas market confirmed

Following on from the massive success of the inaugural Moate Christmas Market in 2014, organisers have this week announced the date of this year’s event.

Iwill take place on Sunday, December 13, from 3 to 7pm. Last year’s market proved to be a massive success with thousands attending the festive event, and this year is gearing up to be even bigger and better with a strong demand for places.

Organisers are hoping to build on last year’s market by bringing the very best elements of a European Christmas market to the south Westmeath town, with the very best of local wares available for those hoping to bag a Christmas bargain. The market is being organised by a sub-committee of Moate Partnership Group.

Local Independent Cllr Michael O’Brien explained that the market will be held from 3pm to 7pm in the town centre on Sunday, December 13.

“Last year’s inaugural market was a massive success, we were totally overwhelmed with the thousands of people who turned up, and there is already a strong demand for places this year with committee members being inundated with queries and requests for application forms. Like last year’s market, it will be more than a market, with something for all the family.

There will be ample street entertainment including live music from local musicians, carol singers, magicians, and for the kids, there will be a merry-go-round, face painting and Santa Claus will visit the Christmas Market Grotto where he will meet and greet children and give out small gifts. There will be no charge to meet with Santa

Those interested in taking a place at the market can visit the Moate Christmas Market facebook page or email moatechristmasmarket.com or call into The Pantry, Main Street, Moate.