Whats On This Month
Events
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9 events,
When: Open until Sun 13 Sep Where: Ulster Museum Cost: Various (Free for members) Time: 10am-5pm (Closed on Mondays) A stunning showcase of fashion from the eighteenth century to today, […] 
When: Sat 23 May – Mon 31 Aug Where: W5, Belfast Cost: Normal Admission Time: 10am-6pm Step into an immersive training mission where young astronauts are recruited to embark on […] 
When: Mon 13 Jun – Sun 6 Sep Where: Mount Stewart, Newtownards Cost: Normal admission Time: 10am-5pm Ready to unleash your energy? On top of an already jam-packed Summer of […] 
When: Mon 13 Jun – Sun 6 Sep Where: Rowallane Garden, Saintfield Cost: Normal admission Time: 10am-5pm Calling Pokémon fans new and old! From 13 June, get active outdoors on […] 
When: Runs until 30 Aug Where: SS Nomadic Cost: Free Time: 11am-4pm SS Nomadic is just one stop along a summer of activity on Belfast’s Historic Waterfront. Across the Maritime […] 
When: Tue 30 Jun – Tue 1 Sep Where: WWT Castle Espie Cost: Various Time: Various A summer of dragonfly themed events and activities. Explore the magical world of dragonflies […] 
When: Wed 1 Jul – Mon 31 Aug Where: Florence Court, Enniskillen Cost: Normal admission Time: 11am-4pm Join the National Trust this July & August at Florence Court for a […] 
When: runs until Mon 31 Aug Where: Hillsborough Castle and Gardens Cost: Normal admission Time: In line with garden opening hours This summer holiday, Dennis, Minnie, Harsha, Rubi and Gnasher […] 
When: Sat 25 Jul – Sat 8 Aug Where: Whitehead Cost: Various locations in Whitehead Time: Various A two-week festival for Everyone! From toddlers to teens, from families to festival […] |
11 events,
When: Tue 28th Jul - Sun 2 Aug Where: Armagh Planetarium & Observatory Cost: Family Ticket £38 Time: 10:15, 11:45, 13:45, 15.15 Step into a prehistoric adventure with our interactive […]
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When: Tue 28 Jul Where: Down Arts Centre, Downpatrick Cost: £15 Time: 1pm-3pm Schools are out, and it's time to enjoy the summer with summer-themed arts and crafts. W: visitmournegullionstrangford.com […] |
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Park Life: Circus Extravaganza When: Thu 30 Jul Where: Wallace Park, Lisburn Cost: Free Time: 11am-1pm Get ready for the return of the much-loved Park Life programme, bringing a packed […] |
13 events,
When: Fri 31 Jul - Mon 3 Aug Where: Various locations in Portaferry Cost: Various Time: Various Portaferry’s Sails & Sounds Maritime Heritage, Shanty and Ulster-Scots Festival returns from Friday […] 
Lughnasa at Navan: A Wickerman Walking Tour When: Thu 23 Jul, Fri 24 Jul & Fri 31 Jul Where: Navan Centre & Fort Cost: Family ticket £34.60 Time: 11am (10:30am […] 
When: Fri 24 Jul & Fri 31 Jul Where: Wellington Court, Ballymena Cost: Free Time: 11am-2pm Ballymena's Summer Fun Days return this year but they're going SUPER! Visitors can enjoy […] |
15 events,
When: Runs until Mon 31 Aug Where: Crindle Stables, Limavady Cost: £41 Time: Various Join Crindle Stables for a beginner-friendly Adventure Ride, designed especially for families, first-timers, and those looking […] 
Wake The Giant When: Sat 1 Aug & Sun 2 Aug Where: Warrenpoint Cost: Various Time: Various This unique vibrant festival celebrates the town's unique heritage and legends, and offers […]
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When: Sat 1 Aug Where: Roe Valley Arts and Cultural Centre, Limavady Cost: Rather than paying to gain entry to the film screening, audiences are asked to donate an essential […] 
When: First Saturday of the month Where: Banbridge Library Cost: Free Time: 11am Lego Club for children aged 6-11 years. Booking advised, W: librariesni.org.uk Visit the event website here |
14 events,
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When: Sun 2 Aug Where: Belfast Zoo Cost: Family ticket £44.50 Time: 9am-10am Our quiet hours provide a quieter environment with reduced noise, vehicle movement and crowds, allowing families to […] |
12 events,
When: Every Monday until 17th Aug Where: Seamus Heaney HomePlace Cost: Free, booking essential Time: 9:30am-10:30am This relaxed and welcoming space invites children to play, imagine and explore together, with […] |
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13 events,
When: Fri 7 & Sat 8 Aug Where: Market Square, Lisburn Cost: Free Time: Fri 4pm-8pm, Sat 12pm-6pm City Centre will come alive with music, dance, food and family fun. […] 
When: Fri 7 & 14 Aug Where: Wellington Court, Ballymena Cost: Free Time: 11am-2pm These action-packed town centre quests combine theatre, storytelling, characters and games to create a living adventure […] |
19 events,
When: Sat 8 – Sun 16 Aug Where: Warrenpoint Cost: Various Time: Various Warrenpoint Loughside Festival is an annual summer event in Warrenpoint, featuring live music, family-friendly activities, and cultural […] 
When: Sat 8 & Sun 9 Aug Where: Armagh Observatory and Planetarium Cost: £24 Time: 2:15pm Fun-filled Paint & Pop session designed especially for children. Little artists can get creative […]
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When: Sat 8 Aug Where: Ulster Folk Museum, Holywood Cost: Normal admission Time: 10am-5pm Discover building traditions and Ulster's heritage skills in a day of hands-on activity at the Ulster […]
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When: Sat 8 Aug Where: Mid-Antrim Museum and Arts Centre at The Braid, Ballymena Cost: £10 Time: 10:30am You will take inspiration from the museum collection to create a glass […]
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When: Sat 8 Aug Where: Cranfield Beach Cost: Free Time: 11am-1pm Celebrate World Lighthouse Day hands-on, explore ocean conservation, coastal heritage, and creative outdoor activities your family will love. W: […]
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Stone Age Fun Day📅 Saturday 8 August🕚 11am–3pm📍 Carrickfergus Museum💷 Free entry – no booking required Looking for a free family day out this summer? Head along to Carrickfergus Museum […]
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When: Sat 8 Aug Where: Belfast Castle Cost: Free entrance Time: 11am-4pm Visit the artisan craft market where various local makers, artists, and artisans will sell their goods. W: belfastcity.gov.uk/BelfastCastle […] |
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13 events,
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When: Tue 11 Aug Where: Mid-Antrim Museum and Arts Centre at The Braid, Ballymena Cost: Free Time: 10:30am & 11:30am Facilitators from Kathleen's attic will lead this fun craft event […]
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When: Tue 11 Aug Where: Down Arts Centre, Downpatrick Cost: £20 Time: 1:30pm-3pm This fun interactive workshop run by Can Do Academy will allow participants to draw their own 2D […] |
12 events,
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When: Wed 12 Aug Where: Armagh Planetarium & Observatory Cost: Various Time: 10am-5pm To celebrate the partial solar eclipse visible on 12th August, join us at the planetarium for a […] |
13 events,
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When: Thu 13 Aug Where: FE McWilliam Studio, Banbridge Cost: £6 Time: 10am & 11:30am a fun and creative workshop where you'll create your very own clay alien! During this […]
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When: Thu 13 Aug Where: Down Arts Centre, Downpatrick Cost: £20 Time: 11am-12:30pm This fun interactive workshop run by Can Do Academy will allow participants to build their own animation […] |
12 events,
When: Fri 7 & 14 Aug Where: Wellington Court, Ballymena Cost: Free Time: 11am-2pm These action-packed town centre quests combine theatre, storytelling, characters and games to create a living adventure […] |
13 events,
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When: Sat 15 Aug Where: Island Arts Centre, Lisburn Cost: £28 Time: 10:30am-12:30pm Guided step-by-step, you’ll learn the basics of shaping wool, blending colours, and adding character to your piece-no […]
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When: Sat 15 Aug Where: Island Arts Centre, Lisburn Cost: £5 Time: 1pm & 2:30pm Enter a world of laughs and wow moments with FizzWizzPop’s Family Magic Show - big […] |
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11 events,
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When: Mon 17 Aug Where: Skipperstone Beach, Bangor Cost: £7.50 Time: 10:30am Join us for every week for creative fun with your little artists and makers during Summer 2026. These […] |
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Join Cinemagic and multi award-winning makeup artist Connie McGrath for a fun and hands-on introduction to special effects makeup! In this interactive workshop, Connie will guide you through the basics […]
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When: Tue 18 Aug Where: Seamus Heaney HomePlace Cost: £30 Time: 1pm-3pm In this interactive workshop, participants will be guided through the basics of creating realistic cuts, bruises, and scratches […] |
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When: Sat 22 Aug Where: Greenvale Street Cost: Free Time: 11am-2pm Visitors can enjoy live entertainment, special guest characters, amusements, face painting, balloon modelling, arts and crafts, games stations and […] |
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When: Tue 25 Aug Where: Ballymena Town Centre Cost: Free Time: All day Wellington Court will become the heart of the celebrations, with birthday activities, entertainment and of course cake, […] |
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When: Sat 29 Aug & Sun 30 Aug Where: Armagh Planetarium & Observatory Cost: Various (Dome Shows) Time: 11:45am - 15:45pm Enjoy face painting, live sing-alongs and dancing with Ms. […] |
13 events,
101 DALMATIANS (1996) - In 1996's live-action 101 Dalmatians, villainous fashion mogul Cruella de Vil kidnaps a massive litter of Dalmatian puppies to create a fur coat. Outsmarting her bumbling […] 
FANTASTIC MR. FOX - Determined to provide for his family, Mr. Fox resumes his clever farm-raiding ways despite a promise to his wife. His daring thefts anger three ruthless farmers, […] 
ELEMENTAL - Sparks fly when fire-brand Ember and water-inspector Wade collide to stop a city-wide plumbing disaster. Opposites attract as they dodge bureaucratic water leaks, navigate the high-flying Air Stadium, […] |
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5 events,
When: Sat 5 & Sun 6 Sep Where: Newcastle Cost: Various Time: Various Nestled at the foot of the Mourne Mountains, this vibrant festival promised an unmissable weekend of incredible flavours […]
When: First Saturday of the month Where: Banbridge Library Cost: Free Time: 11am Lego Club for children aged 6-11 years. Booking advised, W: librariesni.org.uk Visit the event website here |
