Official tourism website for Northern Ireland
En

What's On in County Down

Plan your trip
  • Stay
  • What's On
  • Things to Do
  • Food & Drink
  • Shopping
Accommodation Search
Check Availability
Arrival Date:
Guests in Room/Unit 1 Child Ages
Add Room
Type:
Area:
Or type a Location:
Keyword:
I'm interested in...
Things to Do Search
Type:
Area:
Or type a Location:
Keyword:
What's On Search
Dates
Type:
Area:
Or type a Location:
Keyword:
Food & Drink Search
Type:
Area:
Or type a Location:
Keyword:
Shopping Search
Type:
Area:
Or type a Location:
Keyword:

Number of results: 26

, currently showing 1 to 20.

  1. The Alexander Family, owners of Ballyboley Dexters
    A tasting underway on the Echlinville distillery tour
    Monoprinting with Plants
    Views over Portaferry and Strangford Lough to Strangford, from Windmill Hill
    Trees with a string of lights in The Walled Garden Helen's Bay
    Sound Bathing
    The Alexander Family, owners of Ballyboley Dexters
    A tasting underway on the Echlinville distillery tour
    Monoprinting with Plants
    Views over Portaferry and Strangford Lough to Strangford, from Windmill Hill
    Trees with a string of lights in The Walled Garden Helen's Bay
    Sound Bathing

    Address

    Various Locations, Ards & North Down, BT20 5ED

    Telephone

    +44 (0) 28 9127 0069

    Type

    Type:

    Entertainment

    Discover what Ards and North Down has to offer with a selection of fantastic experiences that allow you to explore fascinating places, enjoy delicious food and immerse yourself in the beauty of the Borough.

    Dates

    From:
    30 Oct 2024to1 Jan 2025
  2. 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

    Explore the gardens adorned with dazzling decorations inspired by the 12 Days of Christmas! Families will love discovering hidden gems, from a secret grotto to a garden trail. Continue your journey inside the beautiful Castle, where twinkling lights…

    Dates

    From:
    23 Nov 2024to23 Dec 2024Various Opening Times
    From:
    27 Dec 2024to5 Jan 2025Open 10:00 - 16:00

    Facilities

    Parking & Transport

    • On site parking
  3. Man and Two Ladies Creating Jewellery in a Goldsmiths Workshop, Everyone is Smiling
    Two Ladies Melting Down Some Silver Using Two Torches
    Mother and Daughter being hosted by goldsmith in Igloo.  Daughter roasting marsh mallows over fire pit with mother and goldsmith looking on, enjoying
    Goldsmith Ruth & lady looking through sterling silver bangle in workshop after finishing jewellery making workshop.
    Two ladies in jewellery making workshop, one is hammering her piece of metal whilst the other takes a photograph on her phone.
    Man and Two Ladies Creating Jewellery in a Goldsmiths Workshop, Everyone is Smiling
    Two Ladies Melting Down Some Silver Using Two Torches
    Mother and Daughter being hosted by goldsmith in Igloo.  Daughter roasting marsh mallows over fire pit with mother and goldsmith looking on, enjoying
    Goldsmith Ruth & lady looking through sterling silver bangle in workshop after finishing jewellery making workshop.
    Two ladies in jewellery making workshop, one is hammering her piece of metal whilst the other takes a photograph on her phone.

    Holywood

    Address

    Holywood, County Down, BT18 0NJ

    Telephone

    +44 (0) 7879 698 286

    Type

    Type:

    Workshop

    This VIP experience combines jewellery making with the warmest of Northern Irish welcomes. Guided by our goldsmith Ruth, each person will make their own piece of silver or copper jewellery and then enjoy hosted relaxing time afterwards in our…

    Dates

    From:
    25 Nov 2024to30 Jan 2025Various Opening Times

    Facilities

    Parking & Transport

    • Car parking - Parking Free on public pavement between two drives. Please do not park outside neighbours properties or on our private drive as this needs to be kept clear at all times. Thank you
    • On site parking - Parking Free on public pavement between two drives. Please do not park outside neighbours properties or on our private drive as this needs to be kept clear at all times. Thank you

    Facilities

    Accessibility

    • Ramp / Level Access

    Facilities

    Establishment Features

    • Wi-fi available
  4. 4 Textured Rings with different band widths
    Sterling Silver Ring Textures on Mandrel, goldsmithing
    group of 5 ladies in workshop making Textured Bangles
    4 Textured Rings with different band widths
    Sterling Silver Ring Textures on Mandrel, goldsmithing
    group of 5 ladies in workshop making Textured Bangles

    Tripadvisor Traveller Rating

    Tripadvisor Traveller Rating - 47 reviews47 reviews

    Holywood

    Address

    Holywood, County Down

    Telephone

    +44 (0) 7879 698 286

    Type

    Type:

    Workshop

    NI Silver is in the business of 'creating memories' for people; memories of their time in Northern Ireland, memories on this earth and memories of special time spent with loved ones. We help you create handmade and handcrafted ‘Wearable Memories’…

    Dates

    From:
    25 Nov 2024to30 Jan 2025Various Opening Times

    Facilities

    Parking & Transport

    • On site parking - Parking Free on public pavement between two drives. Please do not park outside neighbours drives or on our private drive as this needs to be kept clear at all times.

    Facilities

    Leisure Facilities

    • Wifi
  5. Man and Woman Making Wedding Rings Together
    Wedding couple
    Man and Woman Making Wedding Rings Together
    Wedding couple

    Holywood

    Address

    NI Silver, Holywood, County Down

    Telephone

    +44 (0) 7879 698 286

    Type

    Type:

    Workshop

    Come and spend some precious time with your fiancée ahead of the big day, creating your wedding rings together. A fab experience and one you'll never forget.

    Dates

    From:
    25 Nov 2024to30 Jan 2025Various Opening Times

    Facilities

    Parking & Transport

    • On site parking

    Facilities

    Leisure Facilities

    • Wifi

    Establishment Features

    • Wi-fi available
  6. Two ladies with small torches melting down some gold in contemporary studio
    One lady hammering a ring on a ring mandrel, being supervised by a goldsmith with her googles on.  both ladies smiling and looking like they are havin
    Ruth and girl looking through sterling silver bangle, jewellery making experience, jewellery making workshop, sterling silver, goldsmith, commission,
    Lady hammering and texturing sterling silver, another lady photographing her working, jewellery making experience, jewellery making workshop, sterling
    Two ladies with small torches melting down some gold in contemporary studio
    One lady hammering a ring on a ring mandrel, being supervised by a goldsmith with her googles on.  both ladies smiling and looking like they are havin
    Ruth and girl looking through sterling silver bangle, jewellery making experience, jewellery making workshop, sterling silver, goldsmith, commission,
    Lady hammering and texturing sterling silver, another lady photographing her working, jewellery making experience, jewellery making workshop, sterling

    Tripadvisor Traveller Rating

    Tripadvisor Traveller Rating - 47 reviews47 reviews

    Holywood

    Address

    Holywood, County Down, BT180NJ

    Telephone

    +44 (0) 7879 698 286

    Type

    Type:

    Workshop

    LUX Beginners Jewellery Making Workshops in our Holywood Northern Ireland working Goldsmiths studio. No experience is required for this fun and relaxing experience, so come with friends or by yourself for some quality 'me time'. Challenge…

    Dates

    From:
    25 Nov 2024to30 Jan 2025

    Facilities

    Parking & Transport

    • On site parking - Parking Free on public pavement between two drives. Please do not park outside neighbours properties or on our private drive as this needs to be kept clear at all times. Thanks
  7. Sarah Harkness
    Sarah Harkness
    Sarah Harkness
    Sarah Harkness
    Sarah Harkness
    Sarah Harkness

    Newtownards

    Address

    Mount Stewart, Newtownards, County Down, BT22 2AD

    Telephone

    02842788387

    Type

    Type:

    Christmas Events

    Step into the magic of Christmas at Mount Stewart, where a season of festive delights awaits!

    Dates

    From:
    28 Nov 2024to5 Jan 2025Open 10:00 - 16:00

    Facilities

    Parking & Transport

    • On site parking
  8. Santa Cruise
    People on a rib at sea
    Santa Boat Trip
    Santa's Grotto
    Mrs Claus
    Boat Trip with Santa Hats
    Santa experiences Northern Ireland
    Santa experiences Northern Ireland
    Toasting Marshmallows on Firepit
    Santa Rib Ride
    Santa Cruise
    People on a rib at sea
    Santa Boat Trip
    Santa's Grotto
    Mrs Claus
    Boat Trip with Santa Hats
    Santa experiences Northern Ireland
    Santa experiences Northern Ireland
    Toasting Marshmallows on Firepit
    Santa Rib Ride

    Killinchy

    Address

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

    Telephone

    +44 (0) 7909 721 898

    Price

    Price £35.00 Per Ticket

    Type

    Type:

    Christmas Events

    Join our merry old elf 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:
    30 Nov 2024to22 Dec 2024Various Opening Times

    Price

    Price £35.00 Per Ticket

    Facilities

    Provider Preferences

    • Dogs Welcome Inside

    Facilities

    Catering

    • Licensed

    Facilities

    Parking & Transport

    • Car parking
    • On site parking

    Facilities

    Catering

    • Restaurant on Premises
  9. A child wearing a winter coat, hat and wellies running through the woodland. The child is followed by two adults pushing buggies.

    Comber

    Address

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

    Telephone

    02891874146

    Type

    Type:

    Family Fun

    Pull on your welly boots and get exploring the wetlands to complete all of the adventures in your checklist.

    Dates

    From:
    1 Dec 2024to7 Feb 2025Open 10:00 - 17:00

    Facilities

    Parking & Transport

    • On site parking
  10. santa at montalto

    Ballynahinch

    Address

    Spa Road, Ballynahinch, Ballynahinch, County Down, BT248PT

    Telephone

    +44(0)28 9756 6100

    Price

    Price £25.95 to £29.95 Per Ticket

    Type

    Type:

    Christmas Events

    Experience Montalto's Magical Christmas with Santa Claus & Helpers…

    Wrap up warm as you prepare to arrive at M.O.N.T.A.L.T.O. (Main Office of North Pole Traditions And Licensed Toy Operations).

    Dates

    From:
    7 Dec 2024to23 Dec 2024Various Opening Times

    Price

    Price £25.95 to £29.95 Per Ticket

    Facilities

    Parking & Transport

    • On site parking
  11. Newcastle

    Address

    Slieve Donard Resort and Spa, Downs Road, Newcastle, County Down, BT33 0AH

    Telephone

    +44 (0) 28 4372 1066

    Price

    Price £32.00 Per Ticket

    Type

    Type:

    Christmas Events

    Introducing The Northern Light—an immersive, interactive Christmas story brought to life in four captivating chapters. Follow the glow of the Northern Light on a self-guided journey through a breathtaking world of festive wonder. With dazzling light…

    Dates

    From:
    12 Dec 2024to19 Dec 2024Open 14:30 - 21:30

    Price

    Price £32.00 Per Ticket
  12. Christmas at Ulster Folk Museum

    Holywood

    Address

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

    Telephone

    +44 (0) 28 9042 8428

    Price

    Price £13.50 to £28.50 Per Ticket

    Type

    Type:

    Christmas Events


    Enjoy Christmas the traditional way at the Ulster Folk Museum.

    Dates

    From:
    14 Dec 2024to15 Dec 2024Open 11:00 - 16:00
    From:
    20 Dec 2024to22 Dec 2024Various Opening Times

    Price

    Price £13.50 to £28.50 Per Ticket
  13. Santa standing in front of a Christmas tree and holding a festive mug. The background is snowy.

    Comber

    Address

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

    Telephone

    02891874146

    Price

    Price £14.00 to £16.00 Per Ticket

    Type

    Type:

    Christmas Events

    This December at WWT Castle Espie Wetland Centre, enjoy a delicious breakfast with all the family, plus a very special guest – Santa Claus!

    Dates

    From:
    14 Dec 2024to15 Dec 2024Open 11:00 - 12:30
    From:
    20 Dec 2024to22 Dec 2024Open 11:00 - 12:30

    Price

    Price £14.00 to £16.00 Per Ticket

    Facilities

    Parking & Transport

    • On site parking
    • Parking (free)

    Facilities

    Catering

    • Restaurant on Premises

    Facilities

    Accessibility

    • Ramp to main entrance
  14. Hinch Distillery Christmas Market
    Hinch Distillery Christmas Market

    Ballynahinch

    Address

    19 Carryduff Road, Temple, Ballynahinch, County Down, BT27 6TZ

    Telephone

    028 9279 1180

    Price

    Free

    Type

    Type:

    Christmas Events

    Immerse yourself in the festive magic with an array of fantastic local traders at the Hinch Distillery courtyard for our very first Christmas Market!

    Dates

    From:
    15 Dec 2024Open 11:00 - 17:00

    Price

    Free
  15. 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.
    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.
    Visitors enjoying Dundonald Christmas Market.

    Dundonald

    Address

    Moat Park, 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:
    19 Dec 2024

    Price

    Free

    Facilities

    Provider Preferences

    • Free (parking charges may apply)
  16. Image of the Rail Gallery in the Ulster Transport Museum decorated for Christmas

    Holywood

    Address

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

    Telephone

    +44 (0) 28 9042 8428

    Price

    Price £15.00 to £55.00 Per Ticket

    Type

    Type:

    Christmas Events

    Ulster Transport Museum has partnered with Strand Cinema to bring you special movie screenings this Christmas of It's A Wonderful Life and The Polar Express.

    Dates

    From:
    20 Dec 2024to21 Dec 2024Open 16:15 - 22:30

    Price

    Price £15.00 to £55.00 Per Ticket
  17. Visit Santa at Ulster Folk Museum

    Holywood

    Address

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

    Telephone

    +44 (0) 28 9042 8428

    Price

    Price £33.50 Per Ticket

    Type

    Type:

    Christmas Events

    Nestled in the RIC Station at the Ulster Folk Museum, a jolly fellow with rosy cheeks and a snow white beard has been spotted toasting his toes by the fire.

    Dates

    From:
    20 Dec 2024Open 11:00 - 16:00

    Price

    Price £33.50 Per Ticket
  18. View over Strangford Lough from the Temple of the Winds Mount Stewart
    View over Strangford Lough from the Temple of the Winds Mount Stewart
    Mount Stewart
    Temple of the Winds Mount Stewart
    View over Strangford Lough from the Temple of the Winds Mount Stewart
    View over Strangford Lough from the Temple of the Winds Mount Stewart
    Mount Stewart
    Temple of the Winds Mount Stewart

    Newtownards

    Address

    Mount Stewart House and Gardens, Portaferry Road, Newtownards, County Down, BT22 2AD

    Telephone

    +44 (0) 7792 925 128

    Type

    Type:

    Wellbeing

    Join Tessa Ann from The Sound Healing Spa for this Winter Solstice retreat and workshop. Immerse yourself in the magical energy of Mount Stewart’s Temple of the Winds as Tessa delivers a beautiful sound healing experience and workshop.

    Dates

    From:
    21 Dec 2024Open 11:00 - 14:00

    Facilities

    Parking & Transport

    • On site parking
  19. Mount Stewart Gardens
    Mount Stewart House
    Mount Stewart Gardens
    Mount Stewart House

    Newtownards

    Address

    Mount Stewart, Portaferry, Newtownards, County Down, BT22 2AD

    Telephone

    02842788387

    Price

    Price £14.00 Per Ticket

    Type

    Type:

    Walking

    Start your New Year with a guided garden walk, taking in the horticultural highlights of Mount Stewart.

    Dates

    From:
    1 Jan 2025Open 10:00 - 16:00

    Price

    Price £14.00 Per Ticket

    Facilities

    Parking & Transport

    • On site parking
  20. Adele Pound paper bird workshop

    Saintfield

    Address

    Rowallane Garden, Crossgar Road, Saintfield, County Down, BT24 7LH

    Telephone

    02897510131

    Price

    Price £27.00 Per Ticket

    Type

    Type:

    Art & Design

    Join local artist Adele Pound on a paper birding making workshop. Create beautiful paper birds with simple cutting and folding techniques.

    Dates

    From:
    18 Jan 2025Open 10:30 - 12:30

    Price

    Price £27.00 Per Ticket
Back to Top

Tourism Northern Ireland

Don't Miss