Causeway Speciality Market Returns In 2026 With First Date Set for February

There’s a familiar question being asked around Coleraine and the wider borough already: when is the first Causeway Speciality Market of the year?

The answer is Saturday 14 February 2026, with the market taking place on Valentine’s Day – a fitting date to kick off another year of one of the town centre’s most popular attractions.

More than a Market

The Causeway Speciality Market has become a key driver of footfall in Coleraine, drawing visitors from across the wider area into the town centre. While the market itself showcases a strong mix of local food producers, makers and speciality traders, the impact goes far beyond the stalls.

On market days, local shops, cafés, restaurants and bars all benefit, as visitors make a full day of their trip to Coleraine. It’s a reminder of how events like this play an important role in supporting the wider local economy, not just those trading on the day.

2026 Market Dates Confirmed

Following the February launch, the Causeway Speciality Market will run on the following dates throughout 2026:

• Saturday 14 February

• Saturday 14 March

• Saturday 11 & 25 April

• Saturday 9 & 23 May

• Saturday 13 & 27 June

• Saturday 11 & 25 July

• Saturday 8 & 22 August

• Saturday 12 & 26 September

• Saturday 10 & 24 October

• Saturday 14 & 28 November

• Saturday 12 & 19 December

With regular dates across spring, summer and into the festive period, the market continues to provide consistent reasons for people to visit Coleraine town centre throughout the year.

A Boost for the Town Centre

For many visitors, the market is the starting point rather than the end of the itinerary. A browse around the stalls often turns into coffee stops, lunch plans, shopping trips, or an evening out, helping sustain footfall well beyond the market's footprint.

As the first market of 2026 approaches, businesses and traders alike will be hoping for another strong year that reinforces the market’s role as a driver of activity, atmosphere and local spending in Coleraine.

The countdown to Saturday, 14th February, is officially on.