On St Patrick’s Day, Athlone Towncentre will be open from 12–6pm with a free arts and crafts workshop for children from 1-4pm together with music and meet and greets with their friendly, larger than life leprechaun who will be roaming the mall during the afternoon.
As part of the Athlone Croí na hEireann festival, which takes place from March 16-20 inclusive, Athlone Towncentre Shopping Centre will play host to a mini Irish market featuring a variety of talented local suppliers. The market stalls will be operating daily throughout the festival from 12-6pm and will be located on the first floor opposite Eason.
Here’s a flavour of the local suppliers available at the Croí na hEireann Festival Market:
Waxy Wonders – Gorgeous hand made wax melts designed in various shapes and colours with over 50 fragrances to choose from and personalised gift boxes made to order. The extensive range also includes beautiful waxy bouquets, gift sets ideal for Mothers Day together with plain wax bars and burners.
Posh Pebbles– Customised and personalised framed pieces of art with pebbles for every occasion. This beautiful range also features unique, quirky wall plaques with Irish slates and pebbles. To mark their participation in the Croí na hEireann festival market, Posh Pebbles will be releasing two brand new products – adorable customised candles and candle holders.
Flowercraft– A bespoke floral studio based in the heart of Ireland offering tailor-made, individual, seasonal floral arrangements for all special events and occasions. Flowercraft by Syra’s unique designs are artfully inspired by nature, with a focus on natural, locally sourced, seasonal flowers and foliage.
Ballymore Honey – 100% raw natural honey, straight from hive to jar!
deDANÚ– Sustainable, cruelty free Skincare, made in Ireland with certified organic herbs. deDANÚ’s award winning & clinically proven products are made from pure, locally cultivated, botanical ingredients.
Guide Dogs– meet & learn more about their talented (and cute! ) ambassador dogs, and check out the full range of Guide Dog merchandise including soft toys, candles, travel mugs, drink bottles and stationery.
Mary Kay Cosmetics – Independent beauty consultant, Agnieszka Mckeon, will be offering luxury skincare and make up products and gift sets from the world-renowned skin care brand, Mary Kay Cosmetics.
The Athlone Croí na hÉireann Festival parade will take place o n Sunday, March 20 at 2pm, starting on Magazine Road and there will be more musical entertainment and kids activities in Athlone Towncentre to mark the event from 1-4pm.
For full details visit athlonetowncentre.com
