Make your way along the trail and find nature-inspired activities for the whole family. Weave in and out, solve some puzzles, create some art and race your friends on a trail exploring the areas around the house and Stableyard. When: 23 Mar – 7 Apr Where: Rowallane Garden, Saintfield Cost: Admission cost & £3 Easter […]
Learn all about wetland nature and wildlife with a little help from Bing and his friends. Become a Nature Explorer with activity trails, storytelling, and much more. Plus, enjoy a chance to meet Bing and Flop on two special weekends (26 - 28 April and 3 - 6 May). New experiences around every corner: Activity […]
Join Cosmic Captain and learn what it really takes to be a protector of the universe in this Studio show. Word on the street is that she may even bring along a few of her strongest, skilled and most fearless colleagues to help teach you all a thing or two. Come on down and have fun […]
When: Thu 20 & Thu 27 Jun Where: High Rise, Lisburn Cost: £7 Time: 3pm New taster sessions open to children aged P1-P3 offering an introduction to climbing during off-peak, quieter times giving them the opportunity to find their feet. W: highriseni.org Visit event website here.
When: Mon 14 & Fri 18 Jul Where: Giant’s Causeway Cost: Normal Admission Time: 11am-3pm Put your skills to the test with our Chip and Stick Golf Game - a fun and engaging activity for all ages. Take turns chipping the ball and earn points for the longest shot! W: nationaltrust.org.uk Visit the event website […]
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
The much-loved Ards Puppet Festival returns to Ards Arts Centre, Newtownards on Sunday 26 and Monday 27 October (11am – 4pm) for two magical days of puppetry, performance and creativity for all ages. Enjoy Tales from the Farmyard and Edward Lear’s Dream from Sea Legs Puppet Theatre, plus Lempen Puppet Theatre’s Flotsam & Jetsam, Penny and the Far Thing and The Fisher and His Wife. Beyond the stage, explore […]
You’re Invited to a Very Special Book Launch! On Saturday 8th November 2025, artist Dawn Crothers will be celebrating the launch of her very first children’s picture book, The Snail Artist — beautifully written and illustrated by Dawn herself. Step into the magical world of the story and enjoy an exhibition of original paintings and […]
When: Sat 8 Nov Where: Lower Square, Kilkeel Cost: Free Time: 8pm The event will include a Parade accompanied by Marching Bands and Re-Enactors, which will leave from Reivers House at 7.30pm. When the parade arrives at the Lower Square, fun will include the lighting of a Beacon, Stage Effect Fireworks, Fire Breathers, Fire Spinners, Balloon […]
When: Sat 8 Nov Where: St Patrick’s Hall, Strabane Cost: Free Time: 8pm Indian food, music, dance and Indian Fashion Show. W: derryhalloween.com Visit the event website here