When: Open until Sun 13 Sep Where: Ulster Museum Cost: Various (Free for members) Time: 10am-5pm (Closed on Mondays) A stunning showcase of fashion from the eighteenth century to today, from historic garments to contemporary pieces by Chanel and Versace. W: ulstermuseum.org Visit the event website here
When: Wed 8 Apr – Sun 31 May Where: Crom, Newtownbutler Cost: Normal admission Time: 11am-4pm Spring has sprung at Crom, pick up your free Spring Explorer Activity Sheet from Visitor Reception and see how many you can discover along your walk at Crom. W: nationaltrust.org.uk Visit the event website here
When: Wed 13 May – Sat 16 May Where: Eikon Exhibition Centre, Lisburn Cost: Various Time: 9:30am-7pm (6pm Sat) Whether you’re a foodie, a farmer or want to enjoy a fantastic family day out why not explore everything the Balmoral Show has to offer. W: ruas.org.uk Visit the event website here
When: Fri 15 May Where: Life Adventure Centre, Castlewellan Cost: Various Time: 9am-5pm This World Day of Families, swap the everyday for something extraordinary and make memories that will last a lifetime with our special Family Event. W: onegreatadventure.com Visit the event website here
When: Sat 16 May Where: Ulster Museum Cost: Free Time: 10am-4pm We're celebrating National Drawing Day at the Ulster Museum! Embrace your creativity and pick up a pencil. There'll be many opportunities to draw objects relating to exhibitions, or head to one of the Discovery Centres. W: ulstermuseum.org Visit the event website here
When: Sat 16 May Where: Mid-Antrim Museum & Arts Centre, Ballymena Cost: Free Time: 10:30am Join Squiggles and Giggles at Mid-Antrim Museum, the Braid for National Drawing Day. You will learn about the Adair family in Ballymena and then draw, mould and emboss your own crest using clay. This event is suitable for ages 6-11. […]
When: Sat 16 May Where: Island Arts Centre, Lisburn Cost: £32 for one adult and child Time: 10:30am With your child explore the joy of working with clay and make a sunny, yellow pot. Little hands will love it, and when ready your pot will bring sunshine home. W: islandartscentre.com Visit the event website here
When: Every Saturday Where: Downpatrick Library Cost: Free Time: 11am Sessions introduce parents and children aged 0 - 4 years to the wonder of rhymes, songs and stories. W: librariesni.org.uk Visit the event website here
When: Sat 16 May Where: Ormeau Road Library Cost: Free Time: 11am Stories which feature emotions will be read for children, and children will identify and discuss the feelings they observed from the story/pictures. W: librariesni.org.uk Visit the event website here
When: Sat 16 May Where: Rowallane Garden, Saintfield Cost: Normal admission Time: 11:30am Expert John will explain how to identify bumblebees and record their activity around the stunning garden at Rowallane. W: nationaltrust.org.uk Visit the event website here
