Halloween fireworks displays to return to Mid Ulster towns

Traditional Halloween fireworks displays are to return to towns across Mid Ulster later this month as part of the local council's programme of events.

Dungannon, Coalisland, Cookstown and Maghera will all see the return of fireworks displays for the first time since 2019, with Covid 19 restrictions leading to their cancellation.

First up is the Dungannon event on Friday 28 October with activities taking place at Market Square from 6pm – 7.45pm with the fireworks display firing from Hill of the O’Neill at 7.50pm.

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The event at Mid Ulster Sports Arena, Cookstown will take place the next evening, Saturday 29 October from 6pm – 8.15pm with the fireworks display at 8pm.

It’s the turn of Coalisland and Maghera on Monday 31 October. The Coalisland event will take place at Gortgonis from 6pm – 9.30pm with the fireworks display at 8.45pm.

The Halloween Hooley event will take place at Maghera Leisure Centre from 4pm – 7pm with the fireworks display taking place at St Patrick’s College Playing Fields at 7.30pm (gates open at 7pm).

Chair of the Council, Councilor Córa Corry is looking forward to the return of the popular Halloween events this year.

“Halloween has always been a highly-celebrated and anticipated time of the year in Mid Ulster with activities and firework displays taking place all across the district," Cllr Corry said.

"Unfortunately due to Covid-19 we have been unable to celebrate this spooky season in this usual fashion since 2019 so to see the events coming back, bigger and better, for this year is extremely pleasing and will make them all the more special and enjoyable for everyone.

“We have certainly returned with a bang with something for everyone this year in Mid Ulster. Whether it’s spectacular fireworks you’re after, spooky arts and crafts or free fun fairs, there’s plenty to choose from over the weekend to ensure you and your little ones have a truly haunting and hair-raising Halloween!”

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