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: Sat 6 – Sun 28 Sep Where: W5, Belfast Cost: Normal Admissions Time: Various Join W5 for FREE dino-mite live science shows and hands-on drop-in sessions - perfect for curious kids, dino-loving grownups, and everyone in between! W: w5online.co.uk/ Visit the event website here
When: Thu 11 Sep - Sat 20 Sep Where: Various Cost: Various Time: Various From guided foraging walks in the foothills to traditional Irish singing workshops, every event offers a personal, authentic connection to the area’s heritage. W: visitmournemountains.co.uk Visit the event website here
When: Sat 20 Sep Where: Ulster Folk Museum Cost: Normal Admission Time: 10am-5pm Harvest marks the end of the growing season when crops are finally ready for gathering and processing Roll up your sleeves and get stuck in with potato picking, or enjoy the smells of baking demonstrations. W: ulsterfolkmuseum.org Visit the event website here
When: Sat 20 Sep Where: Antrim Library Cost: Free Time: 12pm Come along to Antrim Library and enjoy a film screening at the new Cinema Club for Families. Everyone is welcome to bring a packed lunch or picnic to the screening. W: librariesni.org.uk Visit the event website here
When: Sat 20 Sep Where: The MAC, Belfast Cost: £5 Time: 12pm, 2pm & 4pm join the enchanted storyteller as she tells you a tale of a valiant and cowardly Prince as he journeys through dark woods all to save the Princess from a terrible fire breathing Dragon. W: themaclive.com Visit the event website here
When: Sat 20 Sep Where: The Market Place Theatre, Armagh Cost: £12 Time: 12:30pm & 3pm Join the animals down on Old MacDonald’s Farm for fun, songs and excitement. Friendly Sammy Scarecrow is enjoying his first day on Old MacDonald’s Farm and loves meeting all of the colourful characters that live there. Age 1-7 W: […]
When: Sun 14, 21 & 28 Sep Where: Belfast Zoo Cost: Normal Admission Time: 9am-10am Quiet hours will run from 9am to 10am, allowing families to explore the zoo with a more peaceful atmosphere, at an earlier time than the general public. Autism-friendly afternoons will take place from 3pm to 6pm, offering a calmer zoo […]