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When: From 31 May Where: W5, Belfast Cost: Normal Admission Time: 10am-6pm Experience the awe of coming face-to-face with dinosaurs — from gentle herbivores and newly hatched baby dinosaurs to energetic velociraptors and powerful carnivores. W: w5online.co.uk Visit the event website here 
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: From Tue 24 Jun Where: Armagh Observation & Planetarium Cost: Normal Admission Time: 10am-5pm During the summer holidays, our exhibition area will also play host to the Stellar Science Lab. This exhibition features 12 exciting, hands-on science stations, and invites curious minds of all ages to explore the wonders of physics and beyond. W: […] 
When: Sat 28 Jun – Sun 31 Aug Where: Hillsborough Castle and Gardens Cost: Normal Admission Time: 10am-6pm Winnie the Pooh's cupboards are quite empty, can you help him find his missing hunny? There are 10 hidden 'hunny' pots around the gardens of Hillsborough Castle, and he needs clever, kind adventurers (that's you!) to help find them. […] 
When: Tue 1 Jul – 31 Aug Where: Various Cost: Free Time: 11am-1pm The Lisburn and Castlereagh Park Life programme takes place in Wallace Park, Moira Demesne, Moat Park, Castle Gardens and Lough Moss Leisure Centre. With a diverse range of entertainment and music, the event offers something for everyone to enjoy, ensuring a fun […] 
When: Selected dates between 6 July – 3 Aug Where: Beside SS Nomadic Cost: Free Time: 12pm-5pm You’ll find a playful 9-hole mini golf course, inspired by attractions across Northern Ireland, celebrating the sights, scenery and stories that make our region special. W: titanicbelfast.com Visit the event website here |
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When: Wednesdays throughout Jul & Aug Where: Ulster Folk Museum Cost: General Admission Time: 11am & 2pm Our Education Officer, Nigel, will bring you around different habitats and encourage you to take your time, noticing the different plants and animals that can be found. W: ulsterfolkmuseum.org Visit the event website here |
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When: Thu 31 Jul Where: Belfast Central Library Cost: Free Time: 11am & 2pm Meet Kubo the robot! Learn the basics of coding with an interactive game that helps Kubo get to school, play football and go to the shops. For ages 4-10. W: librariesni.org.uk Visit the event website here 
When: Thu 3 Jul – Thu 24 Jul Where: Market Square, Lisburn Cost: Free Time: 1pm (face-painting: 12:30pm-1:30pm) Enjoy a free family-friendly film every Thursday in July. Keep an eye on the Lisburn City Centre Facebook page for movie listings! W: visitlisburncastlereagh.com Visit the event website here |
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📅 Friday 1st – Monday 4th August 📍 Portaferry, Strangford Lough an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty Set sail for four unforgettable days of maritime celebration, live music, cultural traditions, and coastal fun at the Portaferry Sails & Sounds Festival 2025! Now in its 9th edition, this unique festival first launched in 2016 combines the […] 
When: Fri 1 – Sat 2 Aug Where: Grand Opera House, Belfast Cost: £18.50-£20 Time: Various Norman wants to go on an adventure to impress his friends, so when two famous animal explorers arrive in Pontypandy, he decides to follow them into the mountains. Now it's up to Fireman Sam to save the day and […] |
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When: Sat 2 – Sat 30 Aug Where: Roe Valley Arts Centre Cost: Free Time: 9:30am-5pm This exhibition features a collection of illustrations and drawings from her various publications, including ‘The Moon Spun Round’ and new etchings, highlighting her artistic journey. W: roevalleyarts.com Visit the event website here
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When: Sat 2 Aug Where: Island Arts Centre Cost: £5, Family of 5, £12 (early bird rates available) Time: 2pm Join us for our family screening of A Minecraft Movie. This is a hearing-impaired friendly screening and has English subtitles displayed throughout the movie. W: laganvalleyisland.co.uk Visit the event website here |
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When: Mon 4 – Fri 8 Aug Where: The MAC, Belfast Cost: £95 Time: 10am-12:30pm This week-long adventure is packed with playful, hands-on workshops that blend creativity, nature and climate awareness in the most inspiring and imaginative way. Age 7-11. W: themaclive.com Visit the event website here
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When: Mon 4 Aug Where: Down Arts Centre, Downpatrick Cost: £30 Time: 10am-12pm Make your own sounds, play instruments, and become part of the story's soundscape. Afterwards, relax together with a soothing Family Sound Bath—a peaceful moment to unwind. Perfect for children aged 4–12 and their families who love imaginative stories, interactive play, and creative […] |
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When: Wednesdays throughout Jul & Aug Where: Ulster Folk Museum Cost: General Admission Time: 11am & 2pm Our Education Officer, Nigel, will bring you around different habitats and encourage you to take your time, noticing the different plants and animals that can be found. W: ulsterfolkmuseum.org Visit the event website here |
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When: Various dates throughout Aug * Where: Cranfield Road, Kilkeel Cost: £10 per ticket Time: 1:30pm Get ready to meet, mingle, and fall in love with our charming herd of alpacas as you stroll along our scenic adventure trail. These fluffy companions are more than just photogenic – they’re curious, gentle, and totally up for a walk […] |
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When: Wed 13 Aug Where: FE McWilliam Gallery & Studio Cost: £6 Time: 10am & 11:30am We will explore the gallery to find examples of this and use these ideas to create our own monster bugs from a variety of newspapers and magazines to create monstrous bugs with googly eyes and enormous wings. Age 6+ […]
When: Wednesdays throughout Jul & Aug Where: Ulster Folk Museum Cost: General Admission Time: 11am & 2pm Our Education Officer, Nigel, will bring you around different habitats and encourage you to take your time, noticing the different plants and animals that can be found. W: ulsterfolkmuseum.org Visit the event website here
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When: Wed 13 Aug Where: Grand Opera House, Belfast Cost: £7 Time: 2pm Join Amadan, creators of Geppetto and Mr Mess, to learn the essential skills of being funny. This practical comedy workshop is for all aspiring young performers who want to learn how to be funny. Age 6-10 W: goh.co.uk Visit the event website […] |
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When: Thu 14 Aug Where: Roe Valley Arts Centre Cost: £5 Time:11am Granny D(oherty) lives in a magic treehouse with her grand-daughter, Wee Girl. They see all with their mysterious bag of eyes and love entertaining people with tales of their travels in a magic bubble. W: roevalleyarts.com Visit the event website here |
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When: Fri 15 Aug Where: Ulster Museum, Belfast Cost: Free Time: 10:30am-12pm & 1pm-2:30pm For all the young designers and eco-advocates! Join us for a hands-on design workshop at the Ulster Museum. For Key Stage 2 age group. W: ulstermuseum.org Visit the event website here
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When: Fri 15 Aug Where: Armagh City Library Cost: Free Time: 2pm Join Armagh City Library to build a shoebox time machine. For children aged 4-11 years. Booking essential. W: librariesni.org.uk Visit the event website here |
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When: Sat 16 Aug Where: The MAC, Belfast Cost: £7 Time: 11am-1pm In Homes for Belfast, children are invited to dream big and build bold! This hands-on workshop encourages young minds to design and create homes using recycled materials, while learning about the city around them. W: themaclive.com Visit the event website here
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When: Sat 16 Aug Where: Millisle Beach Park, BT22 2HS Cost: Free Time: 11am-4pm The Ards Peninsula Kite Festival is a truly unique experience for all. The event itself will involve giant kite flying delivered by Kitecrew Ireland, as well as small kite flying with amateur kite flyers taking part. Other elements include: - Kite […] |
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Join us at the Royal Hillsborough Farmers Market on Saturday 26th July from 10am-4pm for a great family day out. You and the kids will love exploring all the stalls along ‘The Dark Walk’ at Hillsborough Fort. There'll be plenty of local produce, artisan food from across Northern Ireland, and lots of treats for the kids. With […] |
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When: Tue 19 Aug Where: Florence Court, Enniskillen Cost: Normal Admission Time: 11am-3pm Kids can get creative with help from our team and find inspiration at Florence Court to make a mask fit for our Summer of Play stage. W: nationaltrust.org.uk Visit the event website here
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When: Tue 19 Aug Where: The Giant’s Causeway Cost: Normal Admission Time: 2pm-4pm From tiny crabs to slippery seaweed and colourful creatures hidden in plain sight, this is your chance to get up close with some of nature's most curious coastal residents that call Northern Ireland's iconic World Heritage Site their home. W: nationaltrust.org.uk Visit […] |
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When: Wednesdays throughout Jul & Aug Where: Ulster Folk Museum Cost: General Admission Time: 11am & 2pm Our Education Officer, Nigel, will bring you around different habitats and encourage you to take your time, noticing the different plants and animals that can be found. W: ulsterfolkmuseum.org Visit the event website here |
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When: Fri 22 Aug Where: Cranfield Beach, Kilkeel Cost: Free Time: 2pm-4pm Explore the captivating world of seashore life in rock pools! Can you spot any crabs, seaweed, fish, and shells? Learn what its like for these amazing plants and animals. Don’t forget to wear your wellies! W: visitmournemountains.co.uk Visit the event website here |
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When: Sun 24 Aug Where: Castlewellan Forest Park Cost: Free Time: 2pm-4pm Join Liz Farnan, Environmental Educator, for some Forest School fun in Castlewellan Forest Park! This is a free ticketed event for children of 7-11yrs of age. W: visitmournemountains.co.uk Visit the event website here |
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When: Wednesdays throughout Jul & Aug Where: Ulster Folk Museum Cost: General Admission Time: 11am & 2pm Our Education Officer, Nigel, will bring you around different habitats and encourage you to take your time, noticing the different plants and animals that can be found. W: ulsterfolkmuseum.org Visit the event website here
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When: Wed 27 Aug Where: Antrim Library Cost: Free Time: 3:30pm Come along to Antrim Library and create your own island in this fun creative writing session for kids. Booking not required. W: librariesni.org.uk Visit the event website here |
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When: Thu 28 - Sat 30 Aug Where: Lagan Valley Island Cost: From £15 Time: Thu & Fri 7pm, Sat 2pm Join Lisnagarvey Operatic and Dramatic Society’s Youth Society for another show-stopping summer as they bring the magic and mayhem of Shrek the Musical to life on the Lagan Valley Island stage! W: laganvalleyisland.co.uk Visit […] |
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When: Fri 29-Sat 30 Aug Where: Grand Opera House, Belfast Cost: £22-£35 Time: 2pm & 6pm Get ready for a dazzling fusion of musical theatre and jaw-dropping circus acts, taking the original Circus meets Musical Theatre spectacle to thrilling new heights. W: goh.co.u Visit the event website here |
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When: Sat 30 Aug Where: The MAC, Belfast Cost: Free Time: 1pm-4pm (Drop-In) During this Imagination Station we will colour and decorate our own little wooden houses and design them for the sky or a deep-sea adventure, or maybe even a jungle treehouse! W: themaclive.com Visit the event website here |
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When: Sun 31 Aug Where: Ulster Museum, Belfast Cost: £4.40 Time: 10:30am Animated, fun-filled adventure based on the classic story by Judith Kerr. Sophie and her mummy are having tea when a tiger arrives at their door and eats them out of house and home. W: ulstermuseum.org Visit the event website here |