Week of Events
Ashes to Fashion Exhibition
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
Bulbs and Blooms
When: Sat 14 Mar – Mon 4 May Where: Hillsborough Castle and Gardens Cost: Various Time: In-line with garden opening hours Step into spring as Hillsborough Castle's world-class gardens burst into life.Bright carpets of bluebells, sunny swatches of daffodils, and technicolour tubs of tulips will spring to life and fill the gardens with colour. W: […]
St. Patrick’s Day Events at Newry and Mourne Museum
Celebrate St. Patrick’s Day in Newry City with a full day of colour, creativity and hands-on fun at Newry & Mourne Museum, where families can enjoy free, engaging activities designed especially for children and young visitors. Taking place on Tuesday 17 March 2026 the museum will become a lively hub of family-friendly St Patrick's Day events blending arts, culture, heritage […]
St Patrick’s Day Spring Carnival Derry
Celebrate the spirit of Spring this St. Patrick's Day with a magical programme of music, dance and festivities for the whole family. Join us on Tuesday 17th March, for an unforgettable day filled with colour, culture and community. This year’s St Patrick’s Day Spring Carnival is packed with unmissable festivities, offering something for everyone to […]
St. Patrick’s Day Omagh: Music and Mythology
The Streets of Omagh will come alive at this year’s St Patrick’s Weekend with a vibrant celebration of music, mythology, dance and carnival parade on 17 March 2026. Delivered by Urban Events NI under the theme Music & Mythology, this year’s programme brings together an exciting blend of traditional musicians, dancers, performers and local groups […]
Newry Arts Festival
When: Thu 19 – Sun 29 Mar Cost: Various Time: Various Newry Arts Festival returns this March from Thursday 19 March to Sunday 29 March 2026 with a vibrant programme of live music, theatre, comedy, exhibitions and family-friendly workshops across Newry City. W: visitmournegullionstrangford.com Visit the event website here
Monday, March 16, 2026
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March 16, 2026 - RecurringFunfair – Shambles Yard, Armagh with Quiet Hours
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March 16, 2026 - RecurringFunfair Rides at Solitude Park, Banbridge
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March 16, 2026 - RecurringSt Patrick’s Day Enniskillen: Shamrocks and Shared Stories
Funfair – Shambles Yard, Armagh with Quiet Hours
All the fun of the Fair! The funfair will be at the Shambles Yard during St Patrick's Festival Drop in and enjoy the thrills of the rides to suit all ages. SHAMBLES YARD, ARMAGH Saturday, 14 March 2026 12 noon–10 pm Sunday, 15 March 2026 12 noon–10 pm Monday, 16 March 2026 12 noon -8 pm […]
Funfair Rides at Solitude Park, Banbridge
All the fun of the Fair! Funfair rides will be at Solitude Park during the St Patrick's Festival. Drop in and enjoy the thrills of the rides to suit all ages. SOLITUDE PARK, BANBRIDGE Saturday, 14 March 2026 12 noon–10 pm Sunday, 15 March 2026 1 pm–10 pm Monday, 16 March 2026 12 noon–8 pm […]
St Patrick’s Day Enniskillen: Shamrocks and Shared Stories
Fermanagh and Omagh District Council, in partnership with Project St Patrick, is delighted to present 24 hours of St Patrick’s Day celebrations in Enniskillen on 16 and 17 March 2026. These popular, large-scale events showcase community spirit, creativity and culture in Ireland’s only island town. This year’s theme, “Shamrocks and Shared Stories,” will shape an exciting programme of music, […]
Tuesday, March 17, 2026
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March 17, 2026 -St Patrick’s Paint & Pop for Kids
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March 17, 2026 -Free Family Fun on St Patrick’s Day at Down County Museum
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March 17, 2026 -A day of traditional St Patrick’s Day celebrations at the Ulster American Folk Park, Omagh
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March 17, 2026 -St Patrick’s Day at Down Arts Centre
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March 17, 2026 -Lá Fhéile Pádraig – Ballycastle Community Festival
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March 17, 2026 -St Patrick’s Day Parade in Downpatrick
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March 17, 2026 - RecurringFunfair – Shambles Yard, Armagh with Quiet Hours
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March 17, 2026 - RecurringFunfair Rides at Solitude Park, Banbridge
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March 17, 2026 -St Patrick’s Day Festival Village
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March 17, 2026 - RecurringSt Patrick’s Day Enniskillen: Shamrocks and Shared Stories
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March 17, 2026St Patrick’s Day Parade
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March 17, 2026St. Patrick’s Day Parade
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March 17, 2026St. Patrick’s Day Parade in Newry
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March 17, 2026 -Traditional Music Seisiún
St Patrick’s Paint & Pop for Kids
When: Tue 17 Mar Where: Armagh Observatory & Planetarium Cost: £25 Time: 10am & 12:30pm Little artists can get creative with paints to create their own rocket ship masterpiece. W: Armagh.space Visit the event website here
Free Family Fun on St Patrick’s Day at Down County Museum
Enjoy a day of music, dancing, circus entertainment, facepainting, arts & crafts, and sensory play. 11:00 – 15:00 Anne Harper, Harp Performances 11:30 – 12:00 Brennan Miskelly McCormick School of Irish Dance 12:00 – 13:00 Tonn Ruairi 12:00 – 16:00 Sensory Play with Mini explorers – (prebooking only booking link here St Patrick's Day, Downpatrick - […]
A day of traditional St Patrick’s Day celebrations at the Ulster American Folk Park, Omagh
Enjoy a day of Irish heritage and celebration as you explore the history of the shamrock, accompanied by the sounds of traditional Irish music across Ulster and America. Watch Irish dance performances and see traditional craft demonstrations like basket weaving throughout the day. Stop by the Mellon House where the table will be filled with […]
St Patrick’s Day at Down Arts Centre
Join Down Arts Centre, nestled in the heart of Downpatrick, this Saint Patrick's Day for a delightful celebration of creativity and culture. Enjoy a range of activities, including arts and crafts, captivating street performers, and Irish traditional music. Arts & Crafts workshop for kids in the Art Room accompanied by Facepainting St Brigid’s Cross Making […]
Lá Fhéile Pádraig – Ballycastle Community Festival
Lá Fhéile Pádraig is a community organised festival to celebrate St Patrick's Day in the beautiful seaside town of Ballycastle, County Antrim. Spend St. Patrick's Day celebrating with the Ballycastle locals in this celebration honouring the saint, with plenty of food and drink, activities for families, a St Patrick's Day parade and more! Festival Schedule: 11.30 […]
St Patrick’s Day Parade in Downpatrick
Led by St Patrick himself, the St Patrick's Day Parade in Downpatrick will offer a feast for eyes and ears as swirling dancers, community floats and costumed characters entertain the crowds. When: Tue 17 Mar Where: Downpatrick Time: 12pm to 4pm Cost: Free www.visitmournegullionstrangford.com/whats-on/st-patricks-day-parade-in-downpatrick
Funfair – Shambles Yard, Armagh with Quiet Hours
All the fun of the Fair! The funfair will be at the Shambles Yard during St Patrick's Festival Drop in and enjoy the thrills of the rides to suit all ages. SHAMBLES YARD, ARMAGH Saturday, 14 March 2026 12 noon–10 pm Sunday, 15 March 2026 12 noon–10 pm Monday, 16 March 2026 12 noon -8 pm […]
Funfair Rides at Solitude Park, Banbridge
All the fun of the Fair! Funfair rides will be at Solitude Park during the St Patrick's Festival. Drop in and enjoy the thrills of the rides to suit all ages. SOLITUDE PARK, BANBRIDGE Saturday, 14 March 2026 12 noon–10 pm Sunday, 15 March 2026 1 pm–10 pm Monday, 16 March 2026 12 noon–8 pm […]
St Patrick’s Day Festival Village
Enjoy a free afternoon of music, dance and food at this year’s St Patrick's Day Festival Village. There is something for everyone to enjoy including: two live music stages an all-day céilí a food village a variety of family-friendly activities When: Tue 17 Mar Where: Belfast Cathedral Car Park Time: 1pm to 4pm Cost: Free […]
St Patrick’s Day Enniskillen: Shamrocks and Shared Stories
Fermanagh and Omagh District Council, in partnership with Project St Patrick, is delighted to present 24 hours of St Patrick’s Day celebrations in Enniskillen on 16 and 17 March 2026. These popular, large-scale events showcase community spirit, creativity and culture in Ireland’s only island town. This year’s theme, “Shamrocks and Shared Stories,” will shape an exciting programme of music, […]
St Patrick’s Day Parade
A dazzling display of costume, music, dance and theatrical performance will bring the streets of Belfast alive this St Patrick’s Day. The annual parade will weave its way through the city centre on Tuesday 17 March. With colourful live performance and a high energy soundtrack, this year’s parade will include some new elements to celebrate […]
St. Patrick’s Day Parade
St Patrick’s Day parade in Armagh is a celebration of the patron saint with a spectacular display of colour, music and entertainment for all to enjoy. The City's wonderful home-grown parade makes its way through the city centre with a route starting at the Christian Brothers' School. It makes its way through the City onto […]
St. Patrick’s Day Parade in Newry
Led by Saint Patrick himself, the St Patrick's Day Parade in Newry City on Tuesday 17 March 2026 will offer a feast for eyes and ears as swirling dancers, community floats and costumed characters entertain the crowds. When: Tue 17 Mar Where: Newry City Centre Time: 12pm - 4pm Cost: Free www.visitmournegullionstrangford.com/whats-on/st-patricks-day-parade-in-newry-city
Traditional Music Seisiún
Session with Glengormley School of Traditional Music – All ages & abilities welcome This is an open seisiún that welcomes Irish Trad learners from across the city, and beyond, together to play music together and supports the development and next generation of Irish Trad musicians here. When: Mon 16 March Where: 2 Royal Avenue, Belfast Time: 2pm […]
Wednesday, March 18, 2026
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Thursday, March 19, 2026
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Friday, March 20, 2026
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Saturday, March 21, 2026
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March 21, 2026 -Science Behind the Zoo Workshop
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March 21, 2026 -Play With Clay: Outdoor Ceramic Fairy / Troll House
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March 21, 2026 - RecurringBrick Buddies Weekend Club
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March 21, 2026 -The Big Bad Fox and Other Tales
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March 21, 2026 -Imaginary Friends
Science Behind the Zoo Workshop
When: Sat 21 Mar Where: Belfast Zoo Cost: £25 Time: 9:15am-2:15pm If you’re considering a career in animal care, conservation or zoology, our Science Behind the Zoo event is designed to help you understand what this could be like. Designed specifically for 15 to 18-year-olds, approaching GCSE or A-Level Choices. W: belfastcity.gov.uk/zoo Visit the event […]
Play With Clay: Outdoor Ceramic Fairy / Troll House
When: Sat 21 Mar Where: Strule Arts Centre Cost: £25 Time: 11am Children will have a chance to make their own hand-built ceramic fairy or troll house. Techniques will be shown on how to build, mark make and design their own magical dwelling. They will also paint and decorate the house in their own choice […]
Brick Buddies Weekend Club
When: Every Saturday Where: Carrickfergus Library Cost: Free Time: 2pm-4pm Join us for a fun-filled Saturday Lego club designed for parents and kids to build together! Whether you’re a master builder or just love to stack bricks, this is your chance to connect, create and share laughs as a family. Suitable for children 6+ years and there […]
The Big Bad Fox and Other Tales
When: Sat 21 Mar Where: Ulster Museum, Belfast Cost: £5.50 Time: 3:15pm The countryside isn’t always as calm and peaceful as it’s made out to be, and the animals on this farm are particularly agitated: a fox who mothers a family of chicks, a rabbit who plays the stork, and a duck who wants to […]
Imaginary Friends
When: Sat 21 Mar Where: The Imaginarium at Sticky Fingers Arts Cost: £8 Time: 4pm Imaginary Friends follows Sam, a 6-year-old spending the summer holidays with his grandmother. Though he can’t see his friends, Sam is never lonely — his world is alive with imaginary companions. Age 4+ W: visitmournegullionstrangford.com Visit the event website here
Sunday, March 22, 2026
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March 22, 2026 -Tales of Derring Do
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March 22, 2026 -Relaxed Screening: Matilda
Tales of Derring Do
When: Sun 22 Mar Where: Ulster Museum, Belfast Cost: £3.30 Time: 1:15pm A collection of new, vibrant and exciting international short animations designed to appeal to young children and families. Audience Award! Vote for your favourite short film at the end of the screening. W: wegottickets.com/Cinemagic Visit the event website here
Relaxed Screening: Matilda
When: Sun 22 Mar Where: The Imaginarium at Sticky Fingers Arts Cost: £3 Time: 4pm This magical tale of courage, kindness and a little bit of telekinesis follows a brilliant young girl who discovers her extraordinary powers and stands up to the grown-ups who underestimate her. W: visitmournegullionstrangford.com Visit the event website here