Upcoming Events
At The Richmond Centre, we take pride in hosting family-friendly events that everyone can enjoy. Our events are designed to create memorable experiences for all ages. Follow us on social media for the latest updates and news on upcoming events.
Santa’s Grotto is Now Open at Richmond Centre!
Exciting news! Santa’s Grotto is officially open on Level 1 of the Richmond Centre, bringing festive cheer to the heart of the holiday season. Gather your loved ones and stop by to meet Santa, share your Christmas wishes, and create magical memories.
November Opening Hours:
Wednesday: 12 pm - 5 pm
Thursday & Friday: 12 pm - 8 pm
Saturday: 10 am - 5 pm
Sunday: 1 pm - 5 pm
Stay tuned for December's opening hours, when Santa's Grotto will welcome visitors 7 days a week in the countdown to Christmas!
We’re also working on details for special sensory sessions to ensure everyone can enjoy this festive experience. Updates will be shared soon.
Don’t miss this opportunity to make your holiday season extra special! 🎄
Santa Claus is Coming to the Richmond Centre!
We’re thrilled to announce that Santa will be arriving at the Richmond Centre on Saturday, 16th November! Join us on Level 1 to explore Santa’s brand-new grotto, specially designed to capture the magic of a traditional holiday experience.
Starting at 10:30 am, come celebrate Santa's arrival with us! We’ll have fantastic giveaways, face painting, and plenty of fun activities for the little ones. It’s the perfect way to kick off the festive season, so bring the whole family and make memories to last a lifetime!
Get ready for a joyful holiday season at the Richmond Centre—see you there! 🎄
Join Us for the Richmond Santa Market!
To celebrate Santa's grand arrival at the Richmond Centre, we're hosting a festive Richmond Santa Market on Saturday, 16th November! Discover unique holiday gifts, seasonal treats, and handmade crafts—all in the heart of the Richmond Centre.
Are you a vendor with something special to offer? We still have a few spots left! Don’t miss this opportunity to showcase your products to holiday shoppers and spread some Christmas cheer.
If you're interested in becoming a vendor, please reach out to us at marketing@richmondcentre.co.uk. Let’s make this holiday season unforgettable!
ROARSome Roleplay!
This Halloween, let your little ones step into a world of imagination at our Dinosaur Themed Role Play Village at Richmond Centre!
Perfect for children from walking age to 6 years, they can enjoy an exciting adventure filled with roaring dinosaurs and playful exploration. To celebrate the spooky season, we’re also adding some fun Halloween-themed Role Play activities, making the experience even more magical! The Role Play Vilage takes place on Tuesday 29th & Wednesday 30th October with each session lasts 45 minutes, offering plenty of time for your kids to immerse themselves in a world of fantasy and fun.
Don't miss out on this unique Halloween event! Tickets for this super fun experience are only £5 per child, adults do not require tickets.
ROAR Dinoween Tour!
Get ready for an unforgettable Halloween adventure at the Richmond Centre with our 1-Hour Live Interactive Dinosaur Experience! Perfect for ages 5 to 105, this exciting event is packed with thrilling activities for dinosaur enthusiasts of all ages.
Meet, pet, and feed our adorable Baby Dinosaurs, and come face-to-face with three life-sized giants! You’ll also witness a live Dinosaur Egg Hatch, enjoy hands-on science experiments, and dive into a variety of dino-themed activities.
Tickets are just £6 per person (the same for adults and children). Babies in prams or held in arms do not need a ticket. Special Family Tickets are available for groups of four or more—just use the promo code FAMILYTICKET at checkout!
Please note: we’ve received many enquiries about bringing children under 5. While they are welcome, the event is recommended for ages 5 and up as it may be loud or a bit scary for younger children.
Want to get a sneak peek of the fun and see if it’s suitable for your little one? Check out Roar Dinosaurs on social media to see highlights from previous events.
Frightful Faces!
Get ready to kick off your Halloween celebrations in spook-tacular style with Frightful Faces at Richmond Centre! On Sunday, October 27th from 2 to 5 PM and Wednesday, October 30th from 1 to 4 pm, join us for an afternoon of Halloween face painting fun. Whether you're looking to transform into a creepy creature, a mystical witch, or a cute pumpkin, our talented face painters will bring your Halloween look to life! Bring the whole family for a fang-tastic time, and don't miss out on the perfect way to get into the Halloween spirit!
Wicked Witch Crafts
Get ready to kick off the Halloween season with Wicked Witch Crafts at the Richmond Centre! Join us on Sunday, 27 October from 2 to 5 pm and Wednesday, 30 October from 1 to 4 pm for an afternoon of spooky fun and creativity. Bring the whole family to enjoy crafting eerie decorations, spellbinding trinkets, and more—perfect for getting into the Halloween spirit. Whether you're a crafty witch or just love the spooky season, there's something for everyone to enjoy. Don’t miss out on this frightfully fun event to start your Halloween celebrations with a bewitching twist!
Spooky Bath Bomb Decorating
This Halloween, dive into a world of creativity and fun at Mermaid Cove with our Spooky Bath Bomb Decorating event! 🎃🧙♀️🛁 Join us on Sunday, 27th October at 1pm for a magical afternoon where you can craft your very own Halloween-themed bath bombs. Whether you're creating creepy ghosts or bubbling cauldrons, this is the perfect activity to let your imagination run wild. Perfect for all ages, bring your friends and family for a fun-filled, hands-on experience that will leave you with a spooky treat to take home! Don’t miss out on this enchanting event! 🌊✨
Mr Majestic Magic Show
🎩✨ Get ready for a spellbinding afternoon at the Richmond Centre!
Join us on Saturday, 24th August, from 1-3pm for Mr Majestic Magic Show – a mesmerizing blend of magic and comedy that promises to captivate audiences of all ages.
Witness mind-boggling illusions, laugh-out-loud moments, and awe-inspiring tricks performed by the one and only Mr Majestic. It's the perfect family-friendly event to add a sprinkle of magic to your weekend. Don’t miss out on this enchanting experience – mark your calendars and prepare to be amazed! 🪄🌟
Paint your own Bathbombs with Mermaid Cove
Dive into creativity at Mermaid Cove's "Paint Your Own Bathbomb" event!
Join us on Saturday, August 17th, from 1-3pm for an afternoon of fun and relaxation. Unleash your inner artist as you decorate your very own bath bomb, absolutely FREE!
Each participant will receive one free bath bomb to personalize with a splash of color and flair. This is a perfect opportunity to create a unique, aromatic masterpiece to enjoy during your next bath.
Remember, the offer is limited to one bath bomb per person while stocks last, so arrive early to ensure you don't miss out on this enchanting experience. We can't wait to see you there!
Pop-Up Play & Crafts
Discover the Ultimate Summer Fun at Richmond Centre's Pop-Up Play and Crafts!
Looking for the perfect way to keep the kids entertained this summer? Look no further than Richmond Centre's exclusive Pop-Up Play and Crafts events!
Join us on Saturday, August 17th, from 1-4 pm on Level 3 for an unforgettable afternoon of creativity and play.
Whether your little ones love crafting masterpieces or diving into imaginative play, we've got something for everyone. Our vibrant, interactive stations will spark their creativity and keep them engaged for hours.
Lego Exhibition
Come and check out The Brick Guys NI better-than-ever LEGO® Exhibition! Back by popular demand and coming to The Richmond Centre!
It will have tonnes of activities for the entire family on offer for each session, including a Mini-Figure® Treasure Hunt, Fact Finder Quiz, Exhibition Exploration, Creation Station, LEGO® Games & even the chance to meet LEGO® Batman!
At the exhibition, you'll see over 150 different models on display from the past 30 years featuring many different LEGO® ranges which we've set up and displayed for the occasion including City, Creator, Harry Potter, Western, Pirates, Star Wars and Disney Princess. We pride ourselves on being better than other exhibitions because, at ours, you and the kids can touch and play with the sets on display! If you're a LEGO® Mario® fan then you're also in luck as we have a new display where you can bring your own Mario, Luigi or Peach and complete our exclusive courses!
Entrance is just £6.00 per person, giving your family 1 hour and 15 minutes of creative exploration and play. Adults should ensure they have a ticket and children should be supervised at all times. Please note that the LEGO® on display is not suitable for play by children aged 0-3 and we recommend this activity for children aged 7+.
Enchanted Charity Ball
Join us for a magical afternoon at the Enchanted Charity Ball with Sparkle Princess Derry!
Entry is only £5 on the day, with all proceeds supporting Cancer Research UK.
Get ready for a royal affair filled with Arts & Crafts, Glitter Tattoos, Nail Art, and Princess Hairstyles! Save the date and let's make a difference together!
Pirate Day
Ahoy Mateys! Join us at the Richmond Centre for Pirate Day with Wee Bugs and Beasties & Sparkle Princess Derry! Let's set sail for adventure and plunder as we gear up for the Foyle Maritime Festival! Stay tuned for further details.
Father's Day Giveaway
🎉 Father's Day Competition! 🎉
This Father’s Day, we’re teaming up with GimmeGoodies for a special competition! 🎁 Draw the father figure in your life as a superhero for a chance to win a fantastic hamper of goodies! 🦸♂️✨
🔹 Download your entry page [here] or pick one up within the Centre.
🔹 Get creative and start drawing!
🔹 Drop off your entry in one of our Level 1 or 3 post boxes, or email it to marketing@richmondcentre.co.uk.
We'll proudly display all entries in the Centre for everyone to enjoy! Don't miss out on the fun - let's celebrate our everyday superheroes! 🎨❤️
The winner will be chosen at random on Father’s Day, Sunday 16th June, 2024 and will be asked for a photo with their prize in the GimmeGoodies store.
Capes, crowns & claws!
A fantasy workshop for Kids featuring superhero’s, princesses and dinosaurs!