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
Space: Summer 2026 Experience
When: Sat 23 May – Mon 31 Aug Where: W5, Belfast Cost: Normal Admission Time: 10am-6pm Step into an immersive training mission where young astronauts are recruited to embark on a journey beyond the stars. Take on cosmic challenges, test your skills through hands-on missions, and discover what it takes to become a true explorer […]
Pokémon TCG Mega Evolution Trail at Rowallane Garden
When: Mon 13 Jun – Sun 6 Sep Where: Rowallane Garden, Saintfield Cost: Normal admission Time: 10am-5pm Calling Pokémon fans new and old! From 13 June, get active outdoors on our Pokémon Trading Card Game Mega Evolution Trail. Team up as a family to search the gardens for each Mega Evolution Pokémon, discover their powers, […]
Pokémon Joins Mount Stewart’s Summer of Play
When: Mon 13 Jun – Sun 6 Sep Where: Mount Stewart, Newtownards Cost: Normal admission Time: 10am-5pm Ready to unleash your energy? On top of an already jam-packed Summer of Play, discover all-new Pokémon zones. Get stuck into the Pokémon trading, take part in mega games, flex your skills and collect stickers! W: nationaltrust.org.uk Visit […]
The Galeon Andalucia
When: Wed 24 – Sun 28 Jun Where: The Dock (opposite Sainsburys) Cost: Family ticket £30 Time: 10am-8pm Visit this incredible ship and be transported back to the Age of Exploration when ships like these ruled the oceans. W: foylemaritime.com Visit the event website here
Foyle Maritime Festival
When: Thu 25 Jun – Sun 28 Jun Where: Various locations Derry / L-Derry Cost: Various Time: Various A festival without equal, the event is a 4-day, large scale experience which promises an exhilarating programme of entertainment, activities, and interactive events. W: foylemaritime.com Visit the event website here
Carnival of Colours
When: Thu 25 – Sun 28 Where: The Dock (behind Sainsburys) Cost: Free Time: 12pm-6pm Derry’s boldest and brightest Circus & Street Arts festival, Carnival of Colours, is BACK! They are returning to Foyle Maritime Festival with more colour, more chaos, and more circus than you could shake a seagull at! W: foylemaritime.com Visit the […]
Newry Agricultural Show 2026
When: Sat 27 Jun Where: Derrywilligan Road, Bessbrook Cost: Family ticket £15 Time: From 9am Newry Agricultural Show returns, promising a fantastic family day out packed with livestock displays, horse jumping, a dog show, artisan food, craft stalls and plenty of entertainment for all ages. W: newryagrishow.com Visit the event website here
The Argory’s Summer Fete
When: Sat 27 & Sun 28 Jun Where: The Argory, Dungannon Cost: Normal admission Time: 11am-5pm Get ready for a day of summer magic at The Argory’s Summer Fete — a fun-filled celebration for the whole family! Enjoy traditional lawn games, accessible boat trips along the blackwater river, swingboats and fun with drums. The house […]
Monday, June 22, 2026
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Tuesday, June 23, 2026
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Wednesday, June 24, 2026
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June 24, 2026 -Bird Watch Morning
Bird Watch Morning
When: Wed 24 Jun Where: WWT Castle Espie Cost: Normal admission Time: 10:30am-12pm Explore the wetland reserve at one of the best times of day, when birdlife is at its most active. It’s the perfect opportunity to observe a wide variety of species and maybe even spot something new. W: wwt.org.uk Visit the event website […]
Thursday, June 25, 2026
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June 25, 2026 -Maritime Market
Maritime Market
When: Thu 25 Jun Where: From The Dock to Thompsons Quay Cost: Free Time: 12pm-11pm Savour the tastes and talent of our local bakers and crafters at our bespoke Maritime Market with award winning locally sourced produce and stunning hand-crafted goods. W: foylemaritime.com Visit the event website here
Friday, June 26, 2026
No events on this day.
Saturday, June 27, 2026
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June 27, 2026 -Royal Hillsborough Farmers Market
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June 27, 2026 - RecurringRhythm and Rhyme
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June 27, 2026 - RecurringBrick Buddies Weekend Club
Royal Hillsborough Farmers Market
When: Sat 27 Jun Where: Hillsborough Fort Cost: Free Time: 10am-4pm The market features over 50 stalls of the finest local and seasonal farm-to-market produce and artisan food from across Northern Ireland for you to discover. W: discovernorthernireland.com Visit the event website here
Rhythm and Rhyme
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
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 […]
Sunday, June 28, 2026
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June 28, 2026 -Mr Hulllabaloo’s Summer Fun
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June 28, 2026 -Fly Away Home (30th Anniversary Screening)
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June 28, 2026 -Friends Goodwill Music Festival
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June 28, 2026 -Hoppers
Mr Hulllabaloo’s Summer Fun
When: Sun 28 Jun Where: Ulster Museum, Belfast Cost: £7.70 Time: 10:30am Get ready to pack your imaginations and join Mr Hullabaloo and friends as we celebrate the magic of summertime on one exciting adventure around the globe! Age 3+ W: wegottickets.com Visit the event website here
Fly Away Home (30th Anniversary Screening)
When: Sun 28 Jun Where: Ulster Museum Cost: £5.50 Time: 12:30pm After losing her mum, 13-year-old Amy moves to Canada to live with her quirky inventor dad. Things look up when she finds a nest of abandoned goose eggs and nurses them until they hatch. The fluffy goslings instantly bond with Amy, tracking her every […]
Friends Goodwill Music Festival
When: Sun 28 Jun Where: Curran Park, Larne Cost: Free Time: 1pm-4pm Families can enjoy a lively afternoon from 1pm to 4pm, packed with activities for all ages. Little ones (and the young at heart!) will love the petting farm, circus skills workshop, sensory messy play, and a whole host of games, face painting, and […]
Hoppers
When: Sun 28 Jun Where: Ulster Museum, Belfast Cost: Free admission for foodbank donation Time:3pm In Hoppers, an animal lover named Mabel wants to save a beautiful forest glade from a mayor who plans to build a giant highway. To stop him, Mabel uses a secret, high-tech invention to "hop" her mind into a lifelike […]