What's On along the Causeway Coastal Route

Everything you see as you make your way along the Causeway Coastal Route will etch itself into your memory. Discover 120 miles of Northern Ireland's coastal landscapes and lustrous scenery. The route cuts through a rich tapestry of stunning bays and harbours, luscious green glens, rolling hills, rivers, and lakes. But beyond the splendour of the scenery are the incredible people you'll meet and their celebrations in song and dance, in food and the fairs and festivals that bring them together every year. Some highlights include...

Christmas Craft Market at Flowerfield Arts Centre (Sat 15 Nov - Tues 23 Dec)

The Festive Market at Flowerfield Arts Centre returns to the North Coast this year, offering a selection of unique, contemporary gifts. This established shopping event features over 35 independent makers. You will find something for everyone, from bespoke ceramics and jewellery to luxury skincare and artisan food. enjoy supporting local businesses while completing your holiday shopping.

Coast and Country Food Tour (Sat 13 Dec)

Discover the flavours of the Causeway Coastal Route with the Coast and Country Food Tour on a six-hour food tour featuring a variety of local dishes. You’ll get to enjoy the outdoors, meet producers at an artisan market, visit a working farm, and sample Bushmills Whiskey. It’s a relaxed way to taste the region and bring home something truly local.

Ballycastle Christmas Market (Sun 14 Dec)

Explore the Ballycastle Christmas Market. Discover a fantastic range of goods, from delicious fresh food and handmade treats to unique arts, crafts, and gifts. It's a great chance to meet local makers, hear their stories, and support small businesses from across the Island. Come and enjoy the friendly atmosphere, it’s the perfect spot for a weekend browse or to find that special something!

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Christmas Craft Market at Flowerfield Arts Centre

Portstewart

Address

Flowerfield Arts Centre, 185 Coleraine Road, Portstewart, County Londonderry, BT55 7PL

Telephone
+44 (0)28 7083 1400

info@flowerfield.org

Price
Free

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Christmas Events

The best festive market on the North Coast returns! Our annual Christmas Craft Market opens on Saturday 15 November from 11am-4pm and continues until 23 December. Join us on the launch day when Naturally North Coast and Glens Artisan Market with be…

Dates

From:

15 Nov 2025to23 Dec 2025Various Opening Times

Price
Free

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Christmas Afternoon Tea @ Magheramorne Estate (SOLD OUT)

Magheramorne

Address

Magheramorne Estate, 59 Shore Road, Magheramorne, County Antrim, BT40 3HW

Telephone
+44 (0) 28 9538 0895

events@magheramorneestate.com

Price
Price £42.95 Per Ticket

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Christmas Events

Celebrate the season with festive Afternoon Tea at Magheramorne Estate on 17th December - enjoy treats, live music, and elegant surroundings with loved ones.

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From:
17 Dec 2025Open 12:30 - 14:30
From:
17 Dec 2025Open 15:30 - 17:30

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Price £42.95 Per Ticket

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Parking & Transport
- On site parking
The Spirit of the Bann Whiskey Tasting Tour

Coleraine

Address

The Cutts Pontoon, 40 Castleroe Road, Coleraine, County Londonderry, BT51 3RL

Telephone
+44 (0) 7912 408 256

causewayfoodie@gmail.com

Price
Price £79.50 Per Ticket

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Food & Drink

A unique, river boat whiskey-tasting experience. You will retrace the voyages of our ancestors with a journey along the River Bann on vintage vessel, 'MV Kingfisher'.

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From:
31 Dec 2025

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Price £79.50 Per Ticket

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Witches & Ghosts of the North Coast Taxibus Tour

Carrickfergus

Address

Carrickfergus Castle, Marine Highway, Carrickfergus, County Antrim, BT38 7BG

Telephone
+44 (0) 7762 226777

hauntedtoursni@gmail.com

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Price £50.00 Per Ticket

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Tour

Join us for this unique 8 hour tour on our witch themed taxibus, as we travel along the North Coast. You'll be regaled with stories of history, hauntings, myths, legends and witches, including a visit to where Irelands only mass witch trial took…

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3 Jan 2026Open 10:30 - 18:30
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10 Jan 2026Open 10:30 - 18:30
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7 Feb 2026Open 10:30 - 18:30
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7 Mar 2026Open 10:30 - 18:30

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Price £50.00 Per Ticket

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Parking & Transport
- On site parking
History Happens at Bonnybefore

Carrickfergus

Address

Andrew Jackson Cottage and US Rangers Museum, 2 Boneybefore, Carrickfergus, County Antrim, BT38 7EQ

Telephone
+44 (0) 28 9335 8262

visitorinfo@midandeastantrim.gov.uk

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Free

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Talks/Lectures

A captivating series of historical talks held at the Andrew Jackson Cottage on the second Thursday of each month.

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From:
8 Jan 2026Open 19:00 - 21:00
From:
12 Feb 2026Open 19:00 - 21:00
From:
12 Mar 2026Open 19:00 - 21:00

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Free

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Parking & Transport
- On site parking
Bronze Age Connections: Smoked Fired Pottery

Bushmills

Address

20 Isle Road, Lisnagunogue, Bushmills, County Antrim, BT57 8XR

Telephone
07980558952

patriciamillarceramics@gmail.com

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Price £80.00 Per Ticket

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Workshop

Step into the Bronze Age to decorate and smoke a North Coast ceramic incense pot with artist Patricia Millar.

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From:
7 Mar 2026Open 10:00 - 12:00
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25 Apr 2026Open 10:00 - 12:00
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23 May 2026Open 10:00 - 12:00
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6 June 2026Open 10:00 - 12:00
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12 Sept 2026Open 10:00 - 12:00
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10 Oct 2026Open 10:00 - 12:00
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7 Nov 2026Open 10:00 - 12:00

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Price £80.00 Per Ticket

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Glenarm Castle Tulip Festival 2026

Glenarm

Address

Glenarm Castle Estate, Castle Demesne, Glenarm, County Antrim, BT44 0BD

Telephone
+44 (0) 28 2884 1203

info@glenarmcastle.com

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Family Fun

Celebrate spring at Glenarm Castle’s Tulip Festival, 2 - 4 May 2026, with vibrant blooms, live entertainment, family fun, carnival rides, food, crafts and special guests still to be announced!

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From:

2 May 2026to4 May 2026

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- Car parking
- Off site parking
- On site parking
- Parking (free)
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- Restaurant on Premises - The Tea Rooms, Potting Shed, Milk Parlour, and Pizza Pavillion as well as additional food trucks
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- Ramp / Level Access
Briggs Equipment North West 200

Coleraine

Address

233A Loughan Road, Coleraine, County Londonderry, BT52 1UD

Telephone
+44(0) 28 7035 5800

info@northwest200.co.uk

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Sporting Event

The Briggs Equipment North West 200 is Ireland's largest outdoor sporting event. Each year over 100,000 visitors and fans descend on the Causeway Coast's famous triangle circuit to watch the World's greatest motorcycle road racing experience.

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From:

4 May 2026to9 May 2026Open 09:00 - 23:00

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Catering
- Licensed
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- Car parking
- Off site parking
- On site parking
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- Restaurant on Premises
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- Ramp / Level Access
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- Wifi