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3 events,
Hide and Sheep Augmented Reality Trail
Explore W5 with Shaun the Sheep and enjoy a game of Hide & Sheep this summer! How to Play: Before your visit, download the ‘Hide & Sheep’ App via the App Store or Google Play. On the day of your visit, open the app and enter our W5 venue Code
Elmer’s Big Belfast Trail
Elmer and 30 of his uniquely decorated friends will appear on the streets of Belfast to form the biggest-ever public art trail the city has seen, running for ten weeks until 31st August 2022. With a blaze of colour and creativity, Elmer and his friends bring a ton of fun
The Mourne Eye
The Mourne Eye
The Mourne Eye located in the heart of Newcastle at Castle Park. Stunning Panoramic views from the Big Wheel.
3 events,
The Mourne Eye
The Mourne Eye
The Mourne Eye located in the heart of Newcastle at Castle Park. Stunning Panoramic views from the Big Wheel.
3 events,
The Mourne Eye
The Mourne Eye
The Mourne Eye located in the heart of Newcastle at Castle Park. Stunning Panoramic views from the Big Wheel.
3 events,
The Mourne Eye
The Mourne Eye
The Mourne Eye located in the heart of Newcastle at Castle Park. Stunning Panoramic views from the Big Wheel.
3 events,
The Mourne Eye
The Mourne Eye
The Mourne Eye located in the heart of Newcastle at Castle Park. Stunning Panoramic views from the Big Wheel.
4 events,
Junior Wetland Rangers – WWT Castle Espie
Become a Junior Wetland Ranger this summer at WWT Castle Espie! Learn what it takes to care for our beautiful wetlands and help us with our daily mission to save wetland nature. Set off to explore and take part in fun activities to discover what makes wetlands amazing. With exciting
The Mourne Eye
The Mourne Eye
The Mourne Eye located in the heart of Newcastle at Castle Park. Stunning Panoramic views from the Big Wheel.
6 events,
The Mourne Eye
The Mourne Eye
The Mourne Eye located in the heart of Newcastle at Castle Park. Stunning Panoramic views from the Big Wheel.
Scarva Band Concerts
Scarva Band Concerts
The summer concert programme returns to Scarva Band Stand. Concerts take place each Sunday from 3-4pm from 1 May – 25 September. Admission is free and no booking is required.
Music In The Park
Music In The Park
A series of free music concerts at the beautiful old Victorian bandstand in Ward Park, featuring a range of genres including folk, blues, rock, jazz and punk. The event is unique to Bangor and celebrates the diversity of great local musical talent, from emerging performers to established artists. We are
5 events,
Summer in the City 2022 programme
🎉‘Summer in the City’ launches on Monday 6 June at 11am🎉 This year’s programme is jam packed with activity schemes and sports courses to keep children entertained throughout the summer months. It’s the perfect guide for busy parents looking to get their little ones active! The Council’s summer scheme is
The Mourne Eye
The Mourne Eye
The Mourne Eye located in the heart of Newcastle at Castle Park. Stunning Panoramic views from the Big Wheel.
5 events,
The Mourne Eye
The Mourne Eye
The Mourne Eye located in the heart of Newcastle at Castle Park. Stunning Panoramic views from the Big Wheel.
6 events,
The Mourne Eye
The Mourne Eye
The Mourne Eye located in the heart of Newcastle at Castle Park. Stunning Panoramic views from the Big Wheel.
Perfect Little Planet (relaxed)
Perfect Little Planet (relaxed)
Imagine the ultimate space vacation! Discover our Solar System through a new set of eyes – a family from another star system seeking the perfect vacation spot. Fly over the surface of Pluto, our best known Dwarf Planet. Dive down the ice cliffs of Miranda. Sail through the rings of
14 events,
Brickosaurs
Brickosaurs
Please Note: The Brickosaurs exhibit is included if you have purchased a dome show Armagh Observatory and Planetarium unveil a unique dinosaur themed event featuring a collection of 16 sculptures made from 1 million toy bricks! BRICKOSAURS will leave you in awe as you embark on an immersive adventure through
The Mourne Eye
The Mourne Eye
The Mourne Eye located in the heart of Newcastle at Castle Park. Stunning Panoramic views from the Big Wheel.
Did an Asteroid Really Kill the Dinosaurs?
Did an Asteroid Really Kill the Dinosaurs?
Did a space rock six miles wide slam into the Earth 66 million years ago and wipe out 75 percent of all living species at that time, including the dinosaurs? Explore this impact and cosmic collisions across the Solar System in this dynamic new show. Include footage from the first
13 events,
Astropark Infinity Walk
Astropark Infinity Walk
To celebrate the launch of Disney and Pixar's Lightyear, only in cinemas, Armagh Observatory and Planetarium will be running Lightyear inspired activities and workshops exploring the science behind the film. Can you walk to infinity? Walk through the solar system and beyond to the edges of the Universe and discover
Astronaut George
Astronaut George
Astronaut George is a perfect introduction to the planets in our Solar System for pre-school kids. During this full-dome show George investigates the best planet to live on and the dangers lurking on the surface of other planets in our Solar System. But will he find any alien friends to play with? Join us and find
The Mourne Eye
The Mourne Eye
The Mourne Eye located in the heart of Newcastle at Castle Park. Stunning Panoramic views from the Big Wheel.
14 events,
How the nose got its sneeze
How the nose got its sneeze
This summer OKIDO Studio will be touring a wonderful, science-based play experience for young children to enjoy along with their families. Starting with a story to set the scene, children will journey through a giant nose and continue with lots of loose part play within two large lung-shaped domes. A
Astronaut George
Astronaut George
Astronaut George is a perfect introduction to the planets in our Solar System for pre-school kids. During this full-dome show George investigates the best planet to live on and the dangers lurking on the surface of other planets in our Solar System. But will he find any alien friends to play with? Join us and find
The Mourne Eye
The Mourne Eye
The Mourne Eye located in the heart of Newcastle at Castle Park. Stunning Panoramic views from the Big Wheel.
17 events,
Imagination Station at The MAC
Imagination Station at The MAC
Create inspiration wherever inspiration hits at one of the Imagination Stations stuffed with art supplies and activity sheets for grown ups.
How the nose got its sneeze
How the nose got its sneeze
This summer OKIDO Studio will be touring a wonderful, science-based play experience for young children to enjoy along with their families. Starting with a story to set the scene, children will journey through a giant nose and continue with lots of loose part play within two large lung-shaped domes. A
Astronaut George
Astronaut George
Astronaut George is a perfect introduction to the planets in our Solar System for pre-school kids. During this full-dome show George investigates the best planet to live on and the dangers lurking on the surface of other planets in our Solar System. But will he find any alien friends to play with? Join us and find
14 events,
Bright Sparks summer camp
Bright Sparks summer camp
Bright Sparks is W5’s unique and exciting week-long summer camp for inquisitive young minds aged 8 to 11. Participants in Bright Sparks will get hands-on in a range of exciting, science-based activities such as crime labs, rocket races, animation, and building challenges. Each day will have its own theme and
Wonderland Wood Trail
Wonderland Wood Trail
This enchanting trail will take you on an adventure around the Gardens to less well known paths and places with the interactive booklet entertaining all of the family as you follow the clues, discover the beautiful features and unlock the magic of Wonderland Wood! Grins, giggles and fun galore are
Astronaut George
Astronaut George
Astronaut George is a perfect introduction to the planets in our Solar System for pre-school kids. During this full-dome show George investigates the best planet to live on and the dangers lurking on the surface of other planets in our Solar System. But will he find any alien friends to play with? Join us and find
8 events,
Imagination Station at The MAC
Imagination Station at The MAC
Create inspiration wherever inspiration hits at one of the Imagination Stations stuffed with art supplies and activity sheets for grown ups.
Bright Sparks summer camp
Bright Sparks summer camp
Bright Sparks is W5’s unique and exciting week-long summer camp for inquisitive young minds aged 8 to 11. Participants in Bright Sparks will get hands-on in a range of exciting, science-based activities such as crime labs, rocket races, animation, and building challenges. Each day will have its own theme and
Wonderland Wood Trail
Wonderland Wood Trail
This enchanting trail will take you on an adventure around the Gardens to less well known paths and places with the interactive booklet entertaining all of the family as you follow the clues, discover the beautiful features and unlock the magic of Wonderland Wood! Grins, giggles and fun galore are
14 events,
Imagination Station at The MAC
Imagination Station at The MAC
Create inspiration wherever inspiration hits at one of the Imagination Stations stuffed with art supplies and activity sheets for grown ups.
Bright Sparks summer camp
Bright Sparks summer camp
Bright Sparks is W5’s unique and exciting week-long summer camp for inquisitive young minds aged 8 to 11. Participants in Bright Sparks will get hands-on in a range of exciting, science-based activities such as crime labs, rocket races, animation, and building challenges. Each day will have its own theme and
Wonderland Wood Trail
Wonderland Wood Trail
This enchanting trail will take you on an adventure around the Gardens to less well known paths and places with the interactive booklet entertaining all of the family as you follow the clues, discover the beautiful features and unlock the magic of Wonderland Wood! Grins, giggles and fun galore are