When: Sat 21 Jun – Mon 22 Sep Where: WWT Castle Espie Cost: Various Time: Various A summer of dragonfly-themed events and activities. Explore the magical world of dragonflies and dive into a summer full of wondrous new wetland experiences. W: wwt.org.uk Visit the event website here
When: Sat 6 Sep Where: Portavogie Harbour Cost: Free Time: 12pm-5pm A celebration of local delicacies, located at the heart of the fishing industry at Portavogie docks. The beautiful harbour village of Portavogie will host a celebration of delicious local produce as well as the Borough's finest food and drink on Saturday 6 September with […]
When: Sun 7 Sep Where: Belfast Zoo Cost: Normal Admission Time: 9am-10am Quiet hours will run from 9am to 10am, allowing families to explore the zoo with a more peaceful atmosphere, at an earlier time than the general public. Autism-friendly afternoons will take place from 3pm to 6pm, offering a calmer zoo experience later in […]
When: Sat 13-Sun 14 Sep Where: Various locations across NI Cost: Free Time: Various packed programme of events and activities including guided tours, talks and lectures, living history re-enactments, community fun days and more, has something for everyone and is not to be missed! W: discovernorthernireland.com Visit the event website here
When: Sat 13 Sep Where: Narrow Water Keep, Newry Cost: Free (Booking Required) Time: 12pm-4pm Join Medieval Combat Group for talks and demonstrations on the art of medieval sword craft! W: discovernorthernireland.com
When: Sat 13 Sep Where: The Old Market House, Bangor Cost: Free Time: 12pm-5pm Celebrate Craft, Culture and Community and The Old Market House’s Autumn Artisan Market. W: visitardsandnorthdown.com Visit the event website here
When: Sun 14 Sep Where: Kilbroney Park, Rostrevor Cost: Free (parking charges apply) Time: 1pm-3pm Get your photo taken with our dinos and let your imagination run wild as you step back in time to when dinosaurs ruled the earth. Plus, there will be games, arts, and crafts to enjoy. W: visitmournemountains.co.uk Visit the event […]
When: Sat 20 Sep Where: Ulster Folk Museum Cost: Normal Admission Time: 10am-5pm Harvest marks the end of the growing season when crops are finally ready for gathering and processing Roll up your sleeves and get stuck in with potato picking, or enjoy the smells of baking demonstrations. W: ulsterfolkmuseum.org Visit the event website here
When: Sat 4 Oct – Sun 9 Nov Where: Hillsborough Castle Cost: Normal Admission Time: In-line with garden opening hours Hillsborough Castle's much-loved Scarecrow Parade is back! An array of colourful characters will take over the Walled Garden W: hrp.org.uk Visit the event website here
Step into Autumn and immerse yourself in the breathtaking beauty of our shoreline at the Shorelife Celebration! Join in on Saturday, 4 October at the stunning WWT Castle Espie and National Trust Mount Stewart. With free admission to both venues and complimentary free pre-bookable bus travel, it’s the perfect day out for families and nature […]