Down Arts Centre in Downpatrick is set to come alive with colour, imagination, and creativity as acclaimed Belfast artist Dawn Crothers brings her enchanting world of snails to a brand-new exhibition and special book-signing event. This joyful celebration marks the release of Dawn’s debut children’s picture book, The Snail Artist — a beautifully illustrated tale […]
When: Sat 2 May Where: Downpatrick & County Down Railway Cost: £63 Family Ticket Time: 11:00, 12:20, 13:40, 15:00 Hop aboard the SuperTrain, team up with Spider-Man and friends for this action-packed family adventure full of teamwork, courage and heart, and help save the day. Costumes are encouraged, courage is required! W: downrail.co.uk Visit the […]
When: Mon 4 May Where: Ulster Folk Museum Cost: Child £9.35, Adult £15 Time: 10am-5pm May Day, also known as 'Bealtaine', (the Celtic festival where many of our May Day traditions are derived from), marks the beginning of the summer season This day is full of traditions, superstitions and tales of mischievous fairies! W: ulsterfolkmuseum.org […]
When: Mon 4 May Where: Ulster American Folk Park, Omagh Cost: Child £9.35, Adult £15 Time: 10am-5pm On Monday 4th May, we'll be celebrating May Day traditions, uncovering superstitions and exploring the history of crowning the 'May Queen' and 'May King'. With live music, floral crowns, horse and carriage rides, and May Day lessons in […]
When: Fri 10 May Where: The MAC, Belfast Cost: £16.50 Time: 3pm It’s Joe the Magician from RTÉjr and he’s bringing his spectacular children’s comedy magic and illusion show back to the Mac for an afternoon of mind boggling fun! W: themaclive.com Visit the event website here
When: Mon 11 May Where: Finnebrogue Woods Bushcraft, Downpatrick Cost: £10 Time: 10am-11am Babies, like children and adults thrive when out in nature, hearing the sounds, experiencing the smells, feeling the leaves or spotting light through the trees. It is wonderfully beneficial for their whole development. W: finnebroguewoods.com Visit the event website here
When: Wed 13 May – Sat 16 May Where: Eikon Exhibition Centre, Lisburn Cost: Various Time: 9:30am-7pm (6pm Sat) Whether you’re a foodie, a farmer or want to enjoy a fantastic family day out why not explore everything the Balmoral Show has to offer. W: ruas.org.uk Visit the event website here
