When: 28 Sep - 2 Nov Where: Various Cost: Various Time: Various The 36th Cinemagic Film Festival runs throughout October (28 September - 2 November 2025) in venues across Belfast, packed with new international films, workshops, education programmes, special events and Q&As to inspire young audiences. W: cinemagic.org.uk Visit the event website here
When: Sat 4 Oct – Sun 9 Nov Where: Hillsborough Castle Cost: Normal Admission Time: In-line with garden opening hours Hillsborough Castle's much-loved Scarecrow Parade is back! An array of colourful characters will take over the Walled Garden W: hrp.org.uk Visit the event website here
When: Sat 11 Oct – Sun 2 Nov Where: W5, Belfast Cost: Normal Admission Time: Various Step inside and immerse yourself in a world where ghost stories come to life, the wind carries ancient secrets, and everything is not as it seems. W: w5online.co.uk Visit the event website here
When: Tue 14 Oct – Sun 9 Nov Where: Various Cost: Various Time: Various Experience a brand-new season of world-class theatre, dance, music, visual arts, literature and film, with performances from the very best international artists and homegrown talent. Over 30 venues across the city will come alive with bold ideas, unforgettable stories, and extraordinary […]
When: Tue 14 Oct – Sun 19 Oct Where: Ulster Museum, Belfast Cost: Free Time: 2pm-3pm Celebrate Good Relations Week at Ulster Museum with free, fun activities for all! This year's Good Relations Week theme is 'Connect' and we're inviting you to explore, create, and discover together at the Discovery Centres. From Tuesday 14th October […]
When: Tue 14 Oct Where: Newcastle Cinema, Main Street Cost: £7.50 Time: 10am-11am Toddler Club presents The Highway Rat! With story time, a short film, and a treat, it's the perfect cinema experience for little ones aged 1–6. After the film, little ones can enjoy a simple craft and healthy snack. W: newcastlecinema.org Visit the […]
When: Sat 18 Oct Where: The Courthouse, Bushmills Cost: Free Time: 10am Get creative this autumn! Children will be guided step by step to weave their very own mini raffia basket, and can enjoy a variety of other fun, hands-on autumn crafts. These craft sessions are welcome to children aged 4-11. Please be aware that […]
When: Sat 18 Oct Where: Strule Arts Centre, Omagh 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. All work will be decorated using coloured clay slips and can be taken home on the […]
When: Sat 18 Oct Where: The MAC, Belfast Cost: Free Time: 1pm-4pm (Drop-in) This spooky Halloween special is packed with frightfully fun crafts! We’ll be making paper pumpkin lanterns, wrapping up some not-so-scary yarn mummies, and designing vibrant Day of the Dead masks. A boo-tiful time for families of all ages! W: themaclive.com Visit the […]
When: Sun 19 Oct Where: Newcastle Cinema, Main Street Cost: £7.50 Time: 2pm Join Tom Thumb, the tiniest adventurer with the biggest heart, in a magical family show of puppetry, storytelling, and music. Brimming with wonder, mischief, and courage, this enchanting performance will delight children and adults alike. W: newcastlecinema.org Visit the event website here