It is officially Christmas weekend of and with the big day falling on a Monday this year, it is a long one too! The streets are bound to be packed this weekend and shoppers head out to get the last of their Christmas gifts and enjoy the festive events happening. In Limassol, the festivities will continue as the Limassol Public Gardens transforms into a magical Christmas land.
The Limassol Christmas Show at the Gardens will run from Wednesday to Sunday and offer jolly entertainment to visitors of all ages. Puppet theatre, magic shows, Santa visits, a home cinema and animations corner, choir performances and workshops will be on all weekend long from 11am to 10pm.
On Christmas Eve, a wizard-inspired Christmas Market will also take place at The Warehouse by ITQuarter, offering another magical experience. The venue will transform into a wintery and wizard-themed wonderland with a towering Christmas tree.
Over 30 local brands will participate in the market selling candles, postcards, books, knitwear, socks, home decor, food, vinyl and more while the Great Hall will be a place where visitors can play board games and participate in Charms, Magic Potions, and Herbology classes. An after-party will also be set up in the evening with DJ sets by local and international artists at 8pm, continuing the festivities until midnight, warming up the crowds for Christmas day.
Limassol Christmas Show
Festive activities, music and screenings. December 20-24. Limassol Public Gardens, Limassol. 11am-10pm. Tel: 99-642516
School of Witchcraft and Wizardry Christmas Market
Pop-up wizard-inspired market with local brands, board games and magic potions as well as a Christmas party. December 24. The Warehouse by ITQuarter, Limassol. 2pm-8pm (market), 8pm-12am (party)