Another big Summer Jamm being planned for Strabane

THE Summer Jamm Festival is set to return to Strabane town centre next month.

The event will take place on Saturday, June 7, and promises a day filled with entertainment, family activities, and community celebration.

It will transform the heart of Strabane into a hub of creativity and excitement, featuring an impressive lineup of attractions designed to appeal to visitors of all ages.

New to this year’s event will be the Street Art Festival which features interactive selfie murals and live street art demonstrations throughout the town. Artists will showcase their talents, offering visitors a chance to engage with the art and even try their hand at creating their own masterpieces.

The popular Bear Run 74 Supercar event returns to this year’s Summer Jamm. Featuring an impressive display of supercars, the Bear Run will also raise funds for the Mayor’s chosen charity.

Families will find plenty to enjoy with the Kidz Farm petting zoo, dinosaur encounters, urban sports activities, an interactive drumming circle, and face painting. Street performers, including magicians, dancers, and musicians, will entertain crowds throughout the town centre. Scheduled performances will take place at various locations, ensuring entertainment is always just around the corner.

The Arts and Crafts and Food Quarter will have a variety of crafts stalls to explore along with a diverse range of culinary cuisine and delicious treats to satisfy everyone’s appetite.

The Alley Theatre will host additional family-friendly entertainment, including the FizzWizzPop Magic Show at noon (tickets £2), this is an interactive magical experience designed to delight children and parents alike. The Alley will also offer face painting, a Barry McGowan Art exhibition, and Arts and Crafts Workshops from 12noon.

As the sun sets on the Summer Jamm, get ready to follow the Music Trail – enjoy a musical journey around Strabane’s local bars where you can experience a different performance from a talented local musician/band in each venue.

Adding to the festivities, Cullens Fun Fair will be in town from June 5-8, offering traditional fairground rides and games for all ages.

Encouraging everyone to put the date for Summer Jamm in their diary now, the Mayor of Derry City and Strabane District Council, Lilian Seenoi Barr said: “Summer Jamm has become a cornerstone of our community calendar, bringing together residents and visitors alike to celebrate the best of Strabane. This year’s festival showcases our town’s creative spirit, local talent, and warm hospitality.”