Week of Events
GOAT
When: Sun 31 May Where: Ulster Museum Cost: £5.50 Time: 10:15am GOAT - A young goat has a chance to pursue his dream of sporting greatness but must first prove to his fearsome teammates that he has what it takes to win. W: wegottickets.com Visit the event website here
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
Spring Explorers at Crom
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
Balmoral Show
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
Monday, May 11, 2026
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May 11, 2026 -Baby Woodland Sensory
Baby Woodland Sensory
When: Mon 11 May Where: Finnebrogue Woods Bushcraft, Downpatrick Cost: £10 Time: 10am-11am Babies, like children and adults thrive when out in nature, hearing the sounds, experiencing the smells, feeling the leaves or spotting light through the trees. It is wonderfully beneficial for their whole development. W: finnebroguewoods.com Visit the event website here
Tuesday, May 12, 2026
No events on this day.
Wednesday, May 13, 2026
No events on this day.
Thursday, May 14, 2026
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May 14, 2026 -Wildlife Danders
Wildlife Danders
Larne, Chaine Park, Larne Promenade Thursday 14 May 2026 2pm - 4pm Book your place online at: https://orlo.uk/LARNE-WALK_S9wnc Take a stroll through Chaine Park and Larne Promenade. Learn all about your local wildlife.
Friday, May 15, 2026
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May 15, 2026 -Celebrate World Day of Families
Celebrate World Day of Families
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
Saturday, May 16, 2026
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May 16, 2026 -National Drawing Day
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May 16, 2026 -Create Your Own Clay Crest
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May 16, 2026 -Pots For Tots: Make a Sunshine Dish
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May 16, 2026 - RecurringRhythm and Rhyme
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May 16, 2026 -Mood Spotters Storytime
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May 16, 2026 -Bumblebee Walks at Rowallane Garden
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May 16, 2026 - RecurringBrick Buddies Weekend Club
National Drawing Day
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
Create Your Own Clay Crest
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. […]
Pots For Tots: Make a Sunshine Dish
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
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
Mood Spotters Storytime
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
Bumblebee Walks at Rowallane Garden
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
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, May 17, 2026
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May 17, 2026 -World Bee Day
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May 17, 2026 -Quiet Session
World Bee Day
When: Sun 17 May Where: Montalto Estate, Ballynahinch Cost: Normal admission Time: 9:30am-4pm Kids can take part in buzzing, bee-themed activities, before venturing down to the Woodland Play Park! Explore the Walled Garden, and wander through the stunning orchard and wildflower meadow - a true haven for bees and other pollinators. W: montaltoestate.com Visit the […]
Quiet Session
When: Sun 17 May Where: W5, Belfast Cost: Normal admission Time: 10am-12pm Our Quiet Sessions are all the same fun of W5 but with much less hustle and bustle. Children and adults with additional needs can enjoy W5 in a quieter environment. W: w5online.co.uk Visit the event website here