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 31 July to Monday 3 August 2026, bringing four days of music, maritime heritage, storytelling, family fun, coastal culture and community celebration to the shores […]
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 on 31 Jul) Join guides for a special walking tour to Navan Fort to discover why the Celts marked this time of year. Guides will […]
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 all the usual favourites including giant games, face painting and special guest characters, alongside some exciting new additions including giant inflatable games and a few […]
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 visitors a weekend a full array of exciting events and activities. From live music and performances, to Giant trails and children’s activities, there's something for everyone to enjoy. […]
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 item / food item on the day to support the local community in Limavady via LCDI Foodbank. Time: 9:30am Join Cinemagic for a Young Audiences […]
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
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 enjoy the zoo in a calmer atmosphere before general admission. W: belfastcity.gov.uk/zoo/home Visit the event website here
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 on Saturday 8 August, where history comes to life at the Stone Age Fun Day. Running from 11am to 3pm, the event is packed with […]
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 day of solar-themed activities for all ages. Get creative with hands-on crafts and interactive space activities, build and blast your own rockets, and enjoy colourful […]
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 of creating realistic cuts, bruises, and scratches using professional techniques and materials. You’ll even get the chance to make your own edible fake blood! Perfect […]
