Laxey Christmas Market will return for its 15th year later this month, with more than 115 stalls and a weekend of festive activities planned across the village.

The annual event will take place on Saturday, November 21 and Sunday, November 22, from 10am to 4pm.

Bringing together local traders, craftspeople and visitors across four venues.

The Working Men's Institute will act as the main hub, with stalls spread across both floors, alongside a café serving hot food, drinks and homemade cakes.

Further stalls will be located at Laxey Tram Station, Christ Church and an outdoor market in the Village Square, where three marquees will showcase Manx produce and artisan traders.

One of the weekend's main attractions will be the chance to meet Santa Claus in a special tram at Laxey Tram Station.

Father Christmas and his elves will be welcoming visitors between 10am and 4pm on both days, with organisers encouraging families to arrive early to avoid queues.

There will also be live entertainment from Onchan Silver Band, alongside festive music throughout the weekend.

Visitors can take part in a daily raffle, with prizes donated by stallholders, while different traders will be attending on Saturday and Sunday, giving people a reason to return for a second visit.

The festive activities will extend beyond the main market, with Laxey's independent shops, including JJ Ribbons, Ginger Giraffe, Whim Boutique, RHS Jewellers, Mother T's and Laxey Woollen Mills, also opening their doors.

Laxey Mines Railway will be operating festive steam trains through the tunnel, with characters adding to the experience.

Meanwhile, the Hodgson Loom Art Gallery at Laxey Woollen Mills will host local artists showcasing their work.

Cooil Roi Sheltered Housing on Glen Road will also hold its annual market on Saturday, November 21, between midday and 4pm, raising funds for charity Autism Isle of Man.

The Manx Electric Railway will run a special Christmas tram services between Douglas and Laxey, with visitors encouraged to use public transport because of limited parking in the village.

Those arriving by bus or tram can also receive free entry to the market at the Working Men's Institute by showing their ticket.

The market is the largest annual fundraiser for the Working Men's Institute, a Manx-registered charity run entirely by volunteers.

Dating back to 1876, the building remains an important part of village life, hosting a range of community activities and clubs, including baby and toddler groups, fitness classes, yoga, ballet and live music.

Organisers say the money raised helps fund the ongoing maintenance of the historic building and ensures it can continue serving the community.

Entry to the Working Men's Institute costs £1, with the price having remained unchanged since the market began 15 years ago. Admission is free for children up to and including primary school age, as well as anyone presenting a valid bus or tram ticket.

The market will run from 10am to 4pm on both days, with the outdoor Village Square stalls weather permitting.