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20 events,
Lego Club
When: Every Thursday until 25 June Where: Antrim Library Cost: Free Time: 3pm-4:15pm For children aged 6-12 years of age; children aged 8 and under must be accompanied by an adult. Booking is advisable. W: librariesni.org.uk Visit the event website here
Lego Club
When: Every Thursday until 25 June Where: Antrim Library Cost: Free Time: 3pm-4:15pm For children aged 6-12 years of age; children aged 8 and under must be accompanied by an adult. Booking is advisable. W: librariesni.org.uk Visit the event website here
Lego Club
When: Every Thursday until 25 June Where: Antrim Library Cost: Free Time: 3pm-4:15pm For children aged 6-12 years of age; children aged 8 and under must be accompanied by an adult. Booking is advisable. W: librariesni.org.uk Visit the event website here
Lego Club
When: Every Thursday until 25 June Where: Antrim Library Cost: Free Time: 3pm-4:15pm For children aged 6-12 years of age; children aged 8 and under must be accompanied by an adult. Booking is advisable. W: librariesni.org.uk Visit the event website here
Lego Club
When: Every Thursday until 25 June Where: Antrim Library Cost: Free Time: 3pm-4:15pm For children aged 6-12 years of age; children aged 8 and under must be accompanied by an adult. Booking is advisable. W: librariesni.org.uk Visit the event website here
Lego Club
When: Every Thursday until 25 June Where: Antrim Library Cost: Free Time: 3pm-4:15pm For children aged 6-12 years of age; children aged 8 and under must be accompanied by an adult. Booking is advisable. W: librariesni.org.uk Visit the event website here
Lego Club
When: Every Thursday until 25 June Where: Antrim Library Cost: Free Time: 3pm-4:15pm For children aged 6-12 years of age; children aged 8 and under must be accompanied by an adult. Booking is advisable. W: librariesni.org.uk Visit the event website here
Lego Club
When: Every Thursday until 25 June Where: Antrim Library Cost: Free Time: 3pm-4:15pm For children aged 6-12 years of age; children aged 8 and under must be accompanied by an adult. Booking is advisable. W: librariesni.org.uk Visit the event website here
Lego Club
When: Every Thursday until 25 June Where: Antrim Library Cost: Free Time: 3pm-4:15pm For children aged 6-12 years of age; children aged 8 and under must be accompanied by an adult. Booking is advisable. W: librariesni.org.uk Visit the event website here
Lloyd of the Flies Wetland Bug Hunt
When: Sat 5 Apr – Sun 1 Jun Where: WWT Castle Espie Cost: Normal Admission Time: 10am-4:30pm Use the Lloyd of the Flies AR Bug Hunt augmented reality trail app produced by Aardman to shrink down to fly size and see the world through insects' eyes. W: wwt.org.uk Visit the event website here
Lego Club
When: Every Thursday until 25 June Where: Antrim Library Cost: Free Time: 3pm-4:15pm For children aged 6-12 years of age; children aged 8 and under must be accompanied by an adult. Booking is advisable. W: librariesni.org.uk Visit the event website here
Lego Club
When: Every Thursday until 25 June Where: Antrim Library Cost: Free Time: 3pm-4:15pm For children aged 6-12 years of age; children aged 8 and under must be accompanied by an adult. Booking is advisable. W: librariesni.org.uk Visit the event website here
Lego Club
When: Every Thursday until 25 June Where: Antrim Library Cost: Free Time: 3pm-4:15pm For children aged 6-12 years of age; children aged 8 and under must be accompanied by an adult. Booking is advisable. W: librariesni.org.uk Visit the event website here
Lego Club
When: Every Thursday until 25 June Where: Antrim Library Cost: Free Time: 3pm-4:15pm For children aged 6-12 years of age; children aged 8 and under must be accompanied by an adult. Booking is advisable. W: librariesni.org.uk Visit the event website here
Spring Spectacular Family Workshops
When: Mon 5 – Mon 26 May Where: Hillsborough Castle and Gardens Cost: Normal Admission Time: Timed slots 11am – 3:30pm Craft a birdhouse or create a wild crown using garden materials. Take home your creations and impress your friends. W: hrp.org.uk Visit the event website here
Lego Club
When: Every Thursday until 25 June Where: Antrim Library Cost: Free Time: 3pm-4:15pm For children aged 6-12 years of age; children aged 8 and under must be accompanied by an adult. Booking is advisable. W: librariesni.org.uk Visit the event website here
Lego Club
When: Every Thursday until 25 June Where: Antrim Library Cost: Free Time: 3pm-4:15pm For children aged 6-12 years of age; children aged 8 and under must be accompanied by an adult. Booking is advisable. W: librariesni.org.uk Visit the event website here
Lego Club
When: Every Thursday until 25 June Where: Antrim Library Cost: Free Time: 3pm-4:15pm For children aged 6-12 years of age; children aged 8 and under must be accompanied by an adult. Booking is advisable. W: librariesni.org.uk Visit the event website here
Bluegrass Omagh: Family Bank Holiday Monday
Bluegrass Omagh: Family Bank Holiday Monday
When: Mon 26 May Where: Ulster American Folk Park, Omagh Cost: Various Time: 10am-5pm Bluegrass Family Day will be jam packed with fantastic music and fun activities that everyone will enjoy. There’ll be performances from festival musicians, music workshops for children, a magician, traditional games and pastimes from Appalachia. W: ulsteramericanfolkpark.org Visit the event website […]
Pond Dipping
Pond Dipping
When: Mon 26 May Where: WWT Castle Espie Cost: £1 (Child), Adult (Free) + general admission Time: 11am. 12pm, 2pm, 3pm Discover a hidden underwater world that’s bursting with life at a family-friendly pond dipping session on Bank Holiday Monday. W: wwt.org.uk Visit the event website here
18 events,
Lego Club
When: Every Thursday until 25 June Where: Antrim Library Cost: Free Time: 3pm-4:15pm For children aged 6-12 years of age; children aged 8 and under must be accompanied by an adult. Booking is advisable. W: librariesni.org.uk Visit the event website here
21 events,
Dinosaurs Survive
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
Kids Workshop: Fizzy Bath Bombs
Kids Workshop: Fizzy Bath Bombs
When: Sat 31 May Where: The Market Place Theatre, Armagh Cost: £15 Time: 10am-12pm Have fun making your own colourful fizzy bath bombs. You will be guided step-by-step to mix each ingredient and explore how they work together to create that awesome fizz. W: marketplacearmagh.ticketsolve.com Visit the event website here
Imagination Station: Balance
Imagination Station: Balance
When: Sat 31 May Where: The MAC, Belfast Cost: Free (Drop-In) Time: 1pm-4pm Hands-on workshop designed for small children and their grown-ups. Using colourful straws and plasticine, we’ll create our own wild and wonderful sculpture—messy, wobbly, and full of personality! W: themaclive.com Visit the event website here
19 events,
19 events,
Encore Presents Dance Dreams
When: Wed 4 – Thu 5 Jun Where: The Alley Theatre Cost: £10 Time: 7pm Encire PAA proudly present their annual Dance Show 2025 featuring all their Dancers aged 3yrs upwards as they follow their "Dance Dreams"! W: alley-theatre.ticketsolve.com Visit the event website here
20 events,
21 events,
Pots for Tots for Father’s Day
Pots for Tots for Father’s Day
When: Sat 7 Jun Where: Island Arts Centre Cost: £32 (1 adult and 1 child) Time: 10:30am It’s World Oceans Day - mark it by making a seawater ceramic bowl to use when you explore the shore with your dad on holidays or fun days out. W: islandartscentre.com Visit the event website here
Play With Clay
Play With Clay
When: Sat 7 June Where: Strule Arts Centre Cost: £20 Time: 11am Using air dry clay, children will have houses as a theme to work on their own dwelling and the characters who might live in the place. W: struleartscentre.co.uk Visit the event website here
20 events,
I’ve Lost My Bobble Hat!
I’ve Lost My Bobble Hat!
When: Sun 8 Jun Where: The MAC, Belfast Cost: £15 (child) £17 (adult) Time: 11am & 2pm Help Nick find his beloved bobble hat in this fun filled musical hour with all your favourite Nick Cope hits and more as he returns to the MAC in 2025. W: themaclive.com Visit the event website here
20 events,
26 events,
Bank of Ireland Open Farm Weekend
When: Sat 14 – Sun 15 Jun Where: Various Cost: Free Time: 11am-4pm This year's Bank of Ireland Open Farm Weekend is planning a packed schedule of activities to showcase Northern Ireland food and farming at its best. Set to capture the imagination of families and foodies from across the province. W: discovernorthernireland.com Visit the […]
Fermanagh Art Club
Fermanagh Art Club
When: Sat 14 June Where: Ardhowen Theatre Cost: £20 Time: 10am In a 2-hour workshop, we will guide you through a painting & you will go home with your very own piece of Art to treasure! W: fermanaghomagh.com Visit the event website here
Lord Huggington’s Big Birthday Bash
Lord Huggington’s Big Birthday Bash
When: Sat 14 June Where: Strule Arts Centre Cost: £9.50 Time: 1:30pm Move to the Beat with Justin invites you to a day of joy, music, and celebration with our latest theatrical marvel, Lord Huggington's Big Birthday Bash! W: struleartscentre.co.uk Visit the event website here
Belfast Kidical Mass Bike Ride
Belfast Kidical Mass Bike Ride
When: Sat June 14th Where: Belfast - Meeting at Nuala with the Hula (1.30pm) or All State Building (1.45pm) - slightly shorter route for younger riders Cost: Free Time: 1.30pm - 4pm Bring your little ones and big ones on their little and big bikes and be part of the first ever Kidical Mass in […]
Summer of Play – Wildflower Crown Making Workshop
Summer of Play – Wildflower Crown Making Workshop
When: Sat 14 Jun Where: Giant’s Causeway Cost: Normal Admission Time: 2pm-4pm Join Nature Engagement Officer, Dr Cliff Henry on Saturday 14 June for a Wildflower Crown Making Workshop - a relaxing, creative afternoon surrounded by the colours and scents of summer... W: nationaltrust.org.uk Visit the event website here
Buskfest
Buskfest
When: Sat 14 Jun Where: Banbridge Cost: Free Time: 2pm-5pm Buskfest is an annual outdoor busking competition held in Banbridge and is an excellent opportunity for musicians from near and far to showcase their talents and is a great free day out for all the family to enjoy. W: discovernorthernireland.com Visit the event website here
24 events,
Father’s Go Free at Montalto
Father’s Go Free at Montalto
When: Sun 15 Jun Where: Montalto Estate Cost: Father’s Go Free per paying adult Time: 9:30am-4pm Dads and Grandads get complimentary entry to the Estate on Sunday 15th June with every paying adult. W: montaltoestate.com Visit the event website here
Father’s Day Canoe Bushcraft
Father’s Day Canoe Bushcraft
When: Sun 15 Jun Where: Strangford Lough Activity Centre Cost: £35 Time: 10am-12:30pm / 2pm-4pm Learn the basics of canoeing before undertaking a journey to a remote island to practice some survival skills. W: discovernorthernireland.com Visit the event website here
Sunday Music Sessions
Sunday Music Sessions
When: Sun 15 June Where: WWT Castle Espie Cost: Normal Admission Time: 1pm-3pm Unwind with mellow tunes, good company and great coffee -a perfect way to spend your Sunday. W: wwt.org.uk Visit the event website here
21 events,
26 events,
Kids Felting – Summer Landscapes
Kids Felting – Summer Landscapes
When: Sat 21 Jun Where: The Burnavon Cost: £15 Time: 10:30am Come and create a felted landscape with artist Louisa Kelly. Using wet felting techniques, participants will make a beautiful artwork to take home. Age 8+ W: burnavon.com Visit the event website here
Arpillera Doll Workshop
Arpillera Doll Workshop
When: Sat 21 Jun Where: Flowerfield Arts Centre, Portstewart Cost: Free (booking essential) Time: 10:30am & 11:30am The handmade doll is a famous feature of arpilleras’ from all over the world. Join Christina Smyth of Meraki Art to create, decorate and dress your own unique arpillera doll. W: flowerfield.or Visit the event website here
Lego Animation
Lego Animation
When: Sat 21 Jun Where: FE McWilliam Gallery & Studio Cost: £15 Time: 11am This workshop allows participants to make a complete animated Lego film on an iPad, using sound effects, visual effects, titles and lots of imagination! W: candoacademy.co.u Visit the event website here
Imagination Station: Lough Neagh Myths and Legends
Imagination Station: Lough Neagh Myths and Legends
When: Sat 21 June Where: The MAC, Belfast Cost: Free, drop-in Time: 1pm-4pm Come along on a magical journey through the legends of Lough Neagh and the River Boyne! In this fun, hands-on workshop for young families. W: themaclive.co Visit the event website here
22 events,
Back to Nature Bash at Crom
Back to Nature Bash at Crom
When: Sun 22 Jun Where: Crom, Newtownbutler Cost: Normal Admission Time: 11am-4pm Face painting by Happy Faces, children's willow weaving activities by Navar Willow, water activities by Upper Erne Canoe Company, pond dipping & wildflower walks are some of the activities on offer for everyone to enjoy to kick off summer. W: nationaltrust.org.u Visit the […]
22 events,
Newsies & Dare to Dream Jr.
When: Mon 23 – Sat 28 Jun Where: Strule Arts Centre Cost: £13-£45 Time: 7pm The Golden Apples Players together with Hazel Wand Theatre School are delighted to bring these musicals to the stage for the first time in Omagh. W: fermanaghomagh.co Visit the event website here
23 events,
Lego Club
When: Every Thursday until 25 June Where: Antrim Library Cost: Free Time: 3pm-4:15pm For children aged 6-12 years of age; children aged 8 and under must be accompanied by an adult. Booking is advisable. W: librariesni.org.uk Visit the event website here
Proms at the Island
Proms at the Island
When: Thu 26 June Where: Island Hall, Lisburn Cost: £10 Time: 7:30pm Join Lisburn Community Orchestra for an evening of Proms favourites with a few new additions for everyone to sing along and have a fabulous night of classics in all genres. W: islandartscentre.co Visit the event website here
25 events,
Wake The Giant
When: Sat 28 – Sun 29 Jun Where: Warrenpoint Cost: Free Time: Various Get ready for another giant-sized adventure as the legendary Fionn Mac Cumhaill makes a spectacular return to Warrenpoint, County Down. W: visitmournemountains.co.u Visit the event website here
Disney Winnie The Pooh Hunny Hunt
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. […]
Family Friendly Run at The Argory
Family Friendly Run at The Argory
When: Sat 28 Jun Where: The Argory, Dungannon Cost: Free Time: 8:30am-10:30am Consisting of flat 2.5 kilometer laps, this course is suitable for all the family and offers a new way to experience the beautiful Argory estate. W: nationaltrust.org.uk Visit the event website here
23 events,
Park Life 2025
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 […]
23 events,
Summer Movie Magic
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
24 events,
Dog Friendly Screening: The Fox and The Hound
Dog Friendly Screening: The Fox and The Hound
When: Fri 4 July Where: The Market Place Theatre, Armagh Cost: £5 Adult, £3 Child Time: 11am When a feisty little fox named Tod is adopted into a farm family, he quickly becomes friends with a fun and adorable hound puppy named Copper. W: marketplacearmagh.ticketsolve.co Visit the event website here
25 events,
Tumble Circus Performance
Tumble Circus Performance
When: Sat 5 Jul Where: Market Square, Lisburn Cost: Free Time: 12:30pm & 2:30pm Enjoy a circus show like never before, including lots of comedy, juggling, acrobatics and plenty of fun for all the family! W: visitlisburncastlereagh.com Visit the event website here
Gotta Dance
Gotta Dance
When: Sat 5 July Where: The Market Place Theatre, Armagh Cost: £17 Time: 2:30pm / 7pm Richhill Dance Studio hosts this all-singing, all-dancing extravaganza will entertain audiences of all ages. W: marketplacearmagh.ticketsolve.co Visit the event website here
