Veternas Day 2008 - Carrickfergus June 21, 2008

Saturday 21 June
Evening Concert
Come and enjoy an evening of first class entertainment.
One of N. Ireland’s top comedians, William Caulfield, is sure to make the evening one to remember. The big band sounds of the Victor Currie showband will then have you dancing in the aisles with their war time dance music. Organised by Carrickfergus Borough Council. Admission Free but entry will be on a strictly first come, first served basis so come early to avoid disappointment
Venue: Jubilee Hall, Carrickfergus Town hall.
Time: 8pm-11pm
Admission Free

Sunday 22 June
Sunday Summer Band Concert
Sample the sounds of the summer courtesy of East Antrim Accordion Band. Organized by Carrickfergus Borough Council.
Venue: Whitehead
Time 1.15-2.15pm

Monday 23 June
Tea Dance
Don’t miss the popular monthly tea dance featuring Mervyn Dickson as MC. Refreshments served. Everyone welcome. Organised by Carrickfergus Borough Council. Admission Free.
Venue: Jubilee Hall, Carrickfergus Town Hall
Time: 2pm-4pm

Tuesday 24 June
Cadets Challenge

Wednesday 25 June
Schools’ Fancy Dress Competition
An afternoon of entertainment for children.
A World War 11 themed fancy dress costume competition, mobile museum, living history and an intergenerational tea dance will provide a fun filled afternoon. Organised by Carrickfergus Borough Council. Admission Free.
Venue: Carrickfergus Museum and Civic Centre, Antrim Street, Carrickfergus

Thursday 26 June
Tea Dance
Don’t miss the popular monthly tea dance featuring Mervyn Dickson as MC. Refreshments served. Everyone welcome. Organised by Carrickfergus Borough Council. Admission Free.
Venue: Jubilee Hall, Carrickfergus Town Hall
Time: 2pm-4pm

Friday 27 June
Badge Presentation
A ceremony for the handover of badges in the Jubilee Hall.
Organised by Carrickfergus Borough Council. Admission Free.
Venue: Jubilee Hall, Carrickfergus Town Hall
Time: 7pm-8pm

Friday 27 June
Evening Concert
A not to be missed concert featuring The ever popular Brewery Boys. The bad tours extensively in Europe and are making a welcome return to Carrickfergus after their wonderful concert in 2007.
Organised by Carrickfergus Borough Council. Admission Free but entry will be on a strictly first come, first served basis so come early to avoid disappointment
Venue: Jubilee Hall, Carrickfergus Town Hall
Time: 8pm-11pm

Saturday 28 June
Parade
A parade in commemoration of Veterans' Day will leave Castle Car park at 10.45am led by the Chelsea Pensioners. The parade will mark its close at the Cenotaph at 11.00am with a short service and an RAF fly past.

Saturday 28 June
Family Entertainment
Enjoy a full afternoon of great entertainment with Wartime Living History, a climbing wall, street entertainers and music.
Organised by Carrickfergus Borough Council. Admission Free.
Venue: Marine Gardens
Time 11am - 4pm

Saturday 28 June
Band Concert
Sample the sounds of the Royal Irish” Military band, the Royal Irish” pipe band and the “Pride of the Raven” band and the “as part of the days entertainment.
Organised by Carrickfergus Borough Council. Admission Free.
Venue: Marine Gardens
Time: various between 11am - 4pm

Saturday 28 June
Evening Concert
Come and enjoy the showpiece outdoor concert against the backdrop of Carrickfergus Castle. The impressive line up includes the 3rd Carrick Silver Band, Bright Lights Scottish Dancers, Royal Tara Irish Dancers , The Northern Ireland Fire and Rescue Service Band and the finale fireworks display.
Organised by Carrickfergus Borough Council. Admission Free but entry will be on a strictly first come, first served basis so come early to avoid disappointment..
Venue: Harbour Car Park.
Time: 8pm -11pm
As this is an outdoor event please dress appropriately for the weather conditions.

Sunday 29 June
Wreath Laying Service
A service of commemoration by the laying of a wreath for invited guests at the Knockagh Monument

Sunday 29 June
Sunday Summer Band Concert
Sample the sounds of the summer courtesy of the Ballyclare Victoria Band. Organised by Carrickfergus Borough Council.
Venue: Castle Green.
Time: 2pm-4pm

Contact
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Name: Nuala Dalcz
Phone: 02893366666
Email: nualad@carrickfergus.org