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  1. A rare surviving toile for the 1937 coronation gown of Queen Elizabeth The Queen Mother

    Royal Hillsborough

    Address

    Hillsborough Castle and Gardens, Government House, The Square, Royal Hillsborough, County Down, BT26 6AG

    Telephone

    0333 320 6000

    Type

    Type:

    Exhibition

    Uncover the style secrets of Britain's royal women at Hillsborough Castle.

    Dates

    From:
    5 Aug 2025to4 Jan 2026Open 11:00 - 15:30
  2. The Deputy Mayor of Ards and North Down, Cllr Vicky Moore and musician Lisa Dawson
    Leid and Lairn 2025
    The Deputy Mayor of Ards and North Down, Cllr Vicky Moore and musician Lisa Dawson
    Leid and Lairn 2025

    Newtownards

    Address

    Ards Arts Centre, Town Hall Arts Centre, Conway Square, Newtownards, County Down, BT23 4NP

    Telephone

    028 9181 0803

    Type

    Type:

    Culture & Heritage

    This November, Ards and North Down will once again celebrate the richness of Ulster-Scots language, culture and history with the Leid AND Lairn festival. Organised by Ards and North Down Borough Council, the diverse programme invites audiences to…

    Dates

    From:
    25 Oct 2025to25 Nov 2025
  3. I heard the footfall of the flower spring...

    Newtownards

    Address

    Ards Arts Centre, Town Hall, Conway Square, Newtownards, County Down, BT23 4NP

    Telephone

    0289181 0803

    Type

    Type:

    Exhibition

    Bernie McAdam's exhibition, I heard the footfall of the flower spring.. reflects an engagement with Greek mythology through the lens of personal trauma and loss, exploring how ancient narratives resonate with contemporary emotional landscapes.

    Dates

    From:
    31 Oct 2025to3 Dec 2025Various Opening Times
  4. A Longing for a Feeling I Cannot Remember

    Newtownards

    Address

    Ards Arts Centre, Town Hall, Conway Square, Newtownards, County Down, BT23 4NP

    Telephone

    0289181 0803

    Type

    Type:

    Exhibition

    In this exhibition, Patrick Hickey presents a new series of oil paintings and works on paper exploring queerness, masculinity, and identity through the depiction of the nude male figure in otherworldly landscapes.

    Dates

    From:
    13 Nov 2025to3 Dec 2025Various Opening Times
  5. Killyleagh

    Address

    Sir Hans Sloane Centre, 23 High Street, Killyleagh, County Down, BT30 9QF

    Telephone

    +44 (0)7841 337 734

    Price

    Price £5.00 Per Ticket

    Type

    Type:

    History

    Hosted by the Sir Hans Sloane Centre, this is a talk by Bob Brown OBE, a renowned biologist and broadcaster.

    Dates

    From:
    20 Nov 2025Open 19:00 - 20:30

    Price

    Price £5.00 Per Ticket
  6. Made in AND Graphic

    Bangor

    Address

    North Down Museum, Bangor City Hall, Castle Park Avenue, Bangor, County Down, BT20 4BT

    Telephone

    02891271200

    Price

    Free

    Type

    Type:

    Christmas Events

    Discover a beautiful selection of handcrafted gifts and artwork made by over 20 talented local artists and crafters.

    Dates

    From:
    20 Nov 2025to4 Jan 2026Open 10:00 - 16:00

    Price

    Free

    Facilities

    Parking & Transport

    • On site parking
  7. Killinchy

    Address

    Tracey's Farmhouse Kitchen, 52A Ballymorran Road, Killinchy, County Down, BT23 6UD

    Telephone

    +44 (0) 28 9754 3224

    Price

    Price £55.00 Per Ticket

    Type

    Type:

    Food & Drink

    Join Tracey in her cosy kitchen for some jam making! You'll also make a delicious Guinness Wheaten loaf which you'll take home. Tracey will have her homemade Autumn Crumble and other treats of the season for you to feast on! Bring an appetite!

    Dates

    From:
    22 Nov 2025Open 11:00 - 13:00

    Price

    Price £55.00 Per Ticket

    Facilities

    Parking & Transport

    • On site parking
  8. Helen's Bay

    Address

    The Walled Garden, 47 Craigdarragh Road, 47 Craigdarragh Road, Helen's Bay, County Down, BT19 1UB

    Telephone

    +44 (0)7704 456 109

    Price

    Price £75.00 Per Ticket

    Type

    Type:

    Christmas Events

    Embrace the magic of the season and learn the art of Christmas wreath making in the enchanting setting of the Walled Garden!

    Dates

    From:
    22 Nov 2025Open 10:30 - 16:30
    From:
    28 Nov 2025Open 19:00 - 21:30
    From:
    29 Nov 2025Open 14:00 - 16:30
    From:
    6 Dec 2025Open 14:00 - 16:30

    Price

    Price £75.00 Per Ticket

    Facilities

    Parking & Transport

    • On site parking
  9. Echlinville Distiller
    A group taking part in a distillery tour at Echlinville
    Echlinville Distiller
    A group taking part in a distillery tour at Echlinville

    Kircubbin

    Address

    The Echlinville Distillery, 62 Gransha Road, Kircubbin, County Down, BT22 1AJ

    Telephone

    +44 (0)28 4273 8597

    Price

    Price £23.00 Per Ticket

    Type

    Type:

    Food & Drink

    The Echlinville Distillery Tour and Tipple offers offer a unique insight into the workings of our family run farm distillery.

    Dates

    From:
    22 Nov 2025
    From:
    29 Nov 2025
    From:
    13 Dec 2025

    Price

    Price £23.00 Per Ticket

    Facilities

    Parking & Transport

    • On site parking
  10. couple in kitchen with Tracey making bread.
    Tracey standing outside the front entrance of her home holding homemade soda bread
    Tracey standing at the porch entrance of her Farmhouse Kitchen
    A group enjoying fresh baked goods and tea around the table
    An image of two gentlemen learning the art of baking
    A group of all ages poses with their homemade baked goods outside on a sunny day
    A group of four ladies pose for the photo whilst making soda bread
    A couple pose with their freshly made soda bread
    A lady and young girl pose beside their soda bread baking on the griddle
    A photo of fresh baked cake and soda bread on the table with tea cups, curled butter and jam ready for eating
    couple in kitchen with Tracey making bread.
    Tracey standing outside the front entrance of her home holding homemade soda bread
    Tracey standing at the porch entrance of her Farmhouse Kitchen
    A group enjoying fresh baked goods and tea around the table
    An image of two gentlemen learning the art of baking
    A group of all ages poses with their homemade baked goods outside on a sunny day
    A group of four ladies pose for the photo whilst making soda bread
    A couple pose with their freshly made soda bread
    A lady and young girl pose beside their soda bread baking on the griddle
    A photo of fresh baked cake and soda bread on the table with tea cups, curled butter and jam ready for eating

    Killinchy

    Address

    52A Ballymorran Road, Killinchy, County Down, BT23 6UD

    Telephone

    +44 (0) 7711 484 850

    Price

    Price £60.00 Per Ticket

    Type

    Type:

    Food & Drink

    Join me in my Farmhouse kitchen on the shores of Strangford Lough. You will be warmly welcomed to my home where my homemade buttermilk soda bannock awaits with some local brew tea or coffee. Then - aprons on and you will make a variety of…

    Dates

    From:
    23 Nov 2025Open 11:00 - 13:30
    From:
    6 Dec 2025Open 11:00 - 13:30
    From:
    13 Dec 2025Open 11:00 - 13:30
    From:
    19 Dec 2025Open 11:00 - 13:30

    Price

    Price £60.00 Per Ticket

    Facilities

    Provider Preferences

    • Dogs Welcome Inside

    Facilities

    Provider Preferences

    • Free (parking charges may apply)

    Parking & Transport

    • Car parking
    • Off site parking
    • On site parking

    Facilities

    Accessibility

    • Ramp / Level Access
    • Ramp to main entrance

    Facilities

    Establishment Features

    • Wifi
    • Wi-fi available
  11. Bangor

    Address

    Seacourt Print Workshop, 75 Main street, Bangor, County Down, BT205AF

    Telephone

    +44 (0) 28 9146 0595

    Type

    Type:

    Christmas Events

    Come along to Seacourt Print Workshop for the opening of our Festive Print Bazaar on Thursday 27th November.

    Dates

    From:
    27 Nov 2025to19 Dec 2025Various Opening Times
  12. Mount Stewart House

    Newtownards

    Address

    Portaferry Road, Newtownards, County Down, BT22 2AD

    Telephone

    +442842788387

    Type

    Type:

    Christmas Events

    Wrap up warm and set off on a magical winter adventure at Mount Stewart this winter with our festive family trail.

    Dates

    From:
    28 Nov 2025to4 Jan 2026Open 10:00 - 16:00

    Facilities

    Parking & Transport

    • On site parking
  13. Christmas in Central Hall

    Newtownards

    Address

    Portaferry Road, Newtownards, County Down, BT22 2AD

    Telephone

    +442842788387

    Type

    Type:

    Christmas Events

    Celebrate the season with a trip to the big House this Christmas.

    Dates

    From:
    28 Nov 2025to28 Dec 2025Open 11:00 - 15:00
  14. Festive wreath graphic

    Ballynahinch

    Address

    Montalto Estate, Spa Road, Ballynahinch, County Down, BT248PT

    Telephone

    +44(0)28 9756 6100

    Price

    Price £59.50 Per Ticket

    Type

    Type:

    Christmas Events

    Set within the stunning surroundings of The Carriage Rooms, add the perfect finishing touch to your Christmas décor with a festive wreath you’ve crafted yourself.

    Dates

    From:
    29 Nov 2025Open 10:30 - 12:30
    From:
    30 Nov 2025Open 10:30 - 16:00

    Price

    Price £59.50 Per Ticket

    Facilities

    Parking & Transport

    • On site parking
  15. Ninas Notes Sensory Session

    Newtownards

    Address

    Portaferry Road, Newtownards, County Down, BT22 2AD

    Telephone

    +442842788387

    Type

    Type:

    Family Fun

    Join our friend Helena from Nina's Notes for sensory musical play sessions, ideal for families.

    Dates

    From:
    29 Nov 2025Open 11:00 - 13:30
    From:
    13 Dec 2025Open 11:00 - 13:30
    From:
    21 Dec 2025Open 11:00 - 13:30

    Facilities

    Parking & Transport

    • On site parking
  16. Three children are laughing and sitting with Santa in his sleigh on the grounds of Hillsborough Castle and Gardens. Santa is in a red suit.
    Three children are laughing and sitting with Santa in his sleigh on the grounds of Hillsborough Castle and Gardens. Santa is in a red suit.

    Royal Hillsborough

    Address

    Hillsborough Castle and Gardens, Government House, The Square, Royal Hillsborough, County Down, BT26 6AG

    Telephone

    0333 320 6000

    Type

    Type:

    Christmas Events

    This festive season, step into a world of Christmas magic as The Snowman™ and The Snowdog come to life at Hillsborough Castle and Gardens.

    Dates

    From:
    29 Nov 2025to4 Jan 2026Open 10:00 - 16:00

    Facilities

    Parking & Transport

    • On site parking
  17. Comber

    Address

    WWT Castle Espie Wetland Centre, 78 Ballydrain Road, Comber, County Down, BT23 6EA

    Telephone

    02891874146

    Price

    Free

    Type

    Type:

    Markets / Fairs

    The 2025 North Down Craft Collective Christmas Fair will take place on Sunday 30th November in the visitor centre from 10.00am – 4.00pm. Over 30 artists and makers will be showcasing their work making your Christmas gift buying a pleasure this year!

    Dates

    From:
    30 Nov 2025Open 10:00 - 16:00

    Price

    Free
  18. Images of Dundonald Christmas Market in previous years.
    Tori's Bakery stall at Dundonald Christmas Market
    Dundonald Primary School Choir performing at Dundonald Christmas Market in 2023. Picture features a teacher conducting the choir.
    Parent enjoying Dundonald Christmas Choir performing at Dundonald Christmas Market.
    Seasonal themed cakes for children at Dundonald Christmas Market.
    Visitors enjoying Dundonald Christmas Market.
    Images of Dundonald Christmas Market in previous years.
    Tori's Bakery stall at Dundonald Christmas Market
    Dundonald Primary School Choir performing at Dundonald Christmas Market in 2023. Picture features a teacher conducting the choir.
    Parent enjoying Dundonald Christmas Choir performing at Dundonald Christmas Market.
    Seasonal themed cakes for children at Dundonald Christmas Market.
    Visitors enjoying Dundonald Christmas Market.

    Dundonald

    Address

    Moat Park, Off Comber Road via Park Ave, Dundonald, County Down, BT16 2AJ

    Telephone

    028 9244 7622

    Price

    Free

    Type

    Type:

    Christmas Events

    Dundonald Christmas Market returns to Moat Park, Dundonald for an evening of festive shopping and fun.

    Dates

    From:
    4 Dec 2025Open 16:00 - 20:00

    Price

    Free

    Facilities

    Provider Preferences

    • Free (parking charges may apply)
  19. Santa Cruise
    People on a rib at sea
    Santa Boat Trip
    Boat Trip with Santa Hats
    Santa Rib Ride
    Santa Cruise
    People on a rib at sea
    Santa Boat Trip
    Boat Trip with Santa Hats
    Santa Rib Ride

    Killinchy

    Address

    Strangford Lough Activity Centre, Whiterock, Killinchy, County Down, BT23 6QH

    Telephone

    +44 (0) 7909 721 898

    Price

    Price £25.00 Per Ticket

    Type

    Type:

    Christmas Events

    Join Santa for a hair-raising sleigh ride around the islands aboard our fast speed boat – Black Jacket. Hold onto your santa hats as we fly through the waters of Strangford Lough.

    Dates

    From:
    5 Dec 2025to21 Dec 2025Various Opening Times

    Price

    Price £25.00 Per Ticket

    Facilities

    Provider Preferences

    • Dogs Welcome Inside

    Facilities

    Catering

    • Licensed

    Facilities

    Parking & Transport

    • Car parking
    • On site parking

    Facilities

    Catering

    • Restaurant on Premises
  20. Wildlife Walks at the Ulster Folk Museum

    Holywood

    Address

    Ulster Folk Museum, 153 Bangor Road, Cultra, Holywood, County Down, BT18 0EU

    Telephone

    +44 (0) 28 9042 8428

    Price

    Price £12.00 to £35.00 Per Ticket

    Type

    Type:

    Nature

    Join the Centre for Environmental Data and Recording for a beginner's guide to species spotting at the Ulster Folk Museum.

    Dates

    From:
    5 Dec 2025Open 14:00 - 15:00
    From:
    13 Feb 2026Open 14:00 - 15:00

    Price

    Price £12.00 to £35.00 Per Ticket
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