The public are being advised to expect some disruptions to travel in and around the Strabane Town Centre ahead of this year’s Halloween celebrations on Monday 31st October.
A number of traffic diversions will be put in place to guarantee public safety and viewing of the firework display.
Organised as part of Derry City and Strabane District Council’s ‘Out of this World’ programme, the Strabane ‘Spooktacular Fireworks’ display will be held over the Mourne River from 8.00pm with a Family Fun Area being hosted at the Upper Main Street Car Park in the town.
The Mayor of Derry City and Strabane District Council, Alderman Hilary McClintock said:
"Festival goers can expect a fantastic display of fireworks and family fun activities in Strabane’s Town Centre.
"To ensure everyone has an enjoyable and safe evening, Council has placed a number of traffic diversions throughout the town centre and I’d ask anyone taking part to be mindful of these and follow any advice issued by Stewarts and the Emergency Services to make the event enjoyable and safe for all."
Liz Cunningham, Event Coordinator at Derry City and Strabane District Council advised:
"Anyone planning to attend the festivities should note that car parking will be available at Butcher Street, John Wesley Street and Dock Street car parks.
"Traffic diversion will in place at Meeting House Street via Barracks Street and Bridge Street/Urney Road Junction from 7.30pm until 8.30pm. Once the event has ended road access should be returned to normal fairly quickly."
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