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  1. Dundrum

    Address

    Dundrum Castle, Castle Road, Dundrum, County Down, BT33 0NF

    Telephone

    02890569701

    Price

    Free

    Type

    Type:

    Family Fun

    Free family fun day at Dundrum Castle on Saturday 2nd August hosted by HED.

    Related

    Dundrum Castle, Dundrum

    Dates

    From:
    2 Aug 2025Open 11:00 - 16:00

    Price

    Free
  2. Events at Marble Arch Caves
    Events at Marble Arch Caves
    Events at Marble Arch Caves
    Events at Marble Arch Caves
    Events at Marble Arch Caves
    Events at Marble Arch Caves

    Florencecourt

    Address

    Marble Arch Caves, 43 Marlbank Road, Florencecourt, County Fermanagh, BT92 1EW

    Telephone

    +442866321815

    Price

    Price £5.00 Per Ticket

    Type

    Type:

    Nature

    Slow down and reconnect with nature on a guided walk through the breathtaking Cladagh Glen Nature Reserve. Hidden in the landscape above the Marble Arch Caves, this peaceful trail leads you through a narrow, steep-sided limestone gorge, thickly…

    Related

    Marble Arch Caves, Enniskillen

    Dates

    From:
    2 Aug 2025to31 Aug 2025Various Opening Times

    Price

    Price £5.00 Per Ticket

    Facilities

    Parking & Transport

    • On site parking
  3. Wickerman, Navan Centre & Fort

    Armagh

    Address

    Navan Centre & Fort, 81 Killylea Road, Armagh, County Armagh, BT60 4LD

    Telephone

    02837529644

    Price

    Price £22.00 to £63.00 Per Ticket

    Type

    Type:

    Ceremony

    Ignite your ancient spirit at Navan Centre & Fort’s celebration of the festival of Lughnasa, The Wickerman Gathering, on Saturday 9th August.

    Related

    Navan Centre & Fort, Armagh

    Dates

    From:
    9 Aug 2025Open 18:30 - 22:30

    Price

    Price £22.00 to £63.00 Per Ticket
  4. Steam train departing from Whitehead Station with family onlooking from platform
    Steam Train on Whitehead Train station platform
    steam train stationary at Whitehead with 8  carriage doors opening onto the platform
    Steam train departing from Whitehead Station with family onlooking from platform
    Steam Train on Whitehead Train station platform
    steam train stationary at Whitehead with 8  carriage doors opening onto the platform

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    Whitehead

    Address

    Whitehead Railway Museum, Excursion Station, Castleview Road, Whitehead, County Antrim, BT38 9NA

    Telephone

    +44 (0) 28 9358 6200

    Type

    Type:

    Family Fun

    Visit Whitehead for a magical steam train ride and visit to Whitehead Railway Museum. Enjoy family-friendly activities and historic charm. Trains run every 30 minutes from 11:00 - 15:00.

    Related

    Whitehead Railway Museum, Whitehead

    Dates

    From:
    9 Aug 2025

    Facilities

    Parking & Transport

    • Car parking

    Facilities

    Catering

    • Restaurant on Premises
  5. butterflies rest on a flower

    Ballycastle

    Address

    Broughgammon Farm, 50 Straid Road, Ballycastle, County Antrim, BT546NP

    Telephone

    07435765845

    Price

    Free

    Type

    Type:

    Nature

    Come along for a butterfly walk with Butterfly Conservations Senior Engagement Officer Rosie Irwin.

    Dates

    From:
    9 Aug 2025Open 11:00 - 13:00

    Price

    Free
  6. Moira Speciality Food Fair
    Moira Speciality Food Fair
    Moira Speciality Food Fair - view of social hub
    Food demonstration
    Stall Holders and Customers at Moira Food Fayre
    Round House Bakery picutred at Moira Speciality Food Fair
    Bee keeper and man and child looking at Bees and Honey
    Moira Speciality Food Fair
    Moira Speciality Food Fair
    Moira Speciality Food Fair - view of social hub
    Food demonstration
    Stall Holders and Customers at Moira Food Fayre
    Round House Bakery picutred at Moira Speciality Food Fair
    Bee keeper and man and child looking at Bees and Honey

    Moira

    Address

    Moira Demesne, 110 Main Street, Moira, County Down, BT67 0LQ

    Telephone

    +44 (0)28 9244 7622

    Price

    Free

    Type

    Type:

    Markets / Fairs

    Moira Speciality Food Fair returns to Moira Demesne this August to showcase the rich food heritage and innovative producers of the village and wider region. With an artisan food hall, chef demos and expert talks and much much more there is something…

    Related

    Moira Demesne, Moira

    Dates

    From:
    16 Aug 2025Open 10:00 - 18:00
    From:
    17 Aug 2025

    Price

    Free

    Facilities

    Parking & Transport

    • On site parking
    • Parking (free)
  7. Clandeboye Festival 2025

    Bangor

    Address

    The Court Yard - Clandeboye Estate, Bangor, County Down, BT19 1RN

    Telephone

    +44 (0) 28 9042 7600

    Type

    Type:

    Festival

    Join us for the Clandeboye Festival 2025: Aspects of Summer from August 16th-23rd at the stunning Clandeboye Estate. Enjoy world-class music from Artistic Director Barry Douglas, Camerata Ireland, and top classical artists. Discover captivating…

    Related

    Clandeboye Lodge Hotel, Bangor

    Dates

    From:
    16 Aug 2025to23 Aug 2025Open 12:00 - 22:00

    Facilities

    Parking & Transport

    • On site parking
  8. Ballyronan

    Address

    Ballyronan Marina, 135a Shore Road, Ballyronan, County Londonderry, BT45 6JA

    Telephone

    +44 (0) 28 7963 1510

    Price

    Free

    Type

    Type:

    Family Fun

    This annual spectacular illumination has gained a reputation for amazing entertainment, with the picturesque backdrop of the Lough providing a unique atmosphere at this family themed event, which makes a welcome return for 2025. 

    Related

    Ballyronan Marina, Magherafelt

    Dates

    From:
    16 Aug 2025Open 16:00 - 22:00

    Price

    Free
  9. Belfast

    Address

    Botanic Gardens, Belfast, County Antrim, BT7 1LP

    Telephone

    028 9023 1381

    Type

    Type:

    Festival

    Experience the wonder of Belfast's diversity with a spectacular 9 day programme of world music, dance, food and art across the city.

    Dates

    From:
    16 Aug 2025to24 Aug 2025
  10. A group taking part in a rockpooling event in the bays of Port Ganny at the Giant's Causeway

    Bushmills

    Address

    44 Causeway Road, Bushmills, County Antrim, BT57 8SU

    Telephone

    02820731855

    Type

    Type:

    Family Fun

    Have you ever wondered what lives beneath the waves? Step into a secret world along the shoreline and uncover the fascinating marine wildlife that call the Giant's Causeway their home, during their annual Rockpooling event!

    Related

    Giant's Causeway, Bushmills

    Dates

    From:
    19 Aug 2025Open 14:00 - 16:00

    Facilities

    Provider Preferences

    • Dogs Welcome Inside

    Facilities

    Parking & Transport

    • Car parking
    • On site parking

    Facilities

    Establishment Features

    • Wifi
  11. Take the Trad Cruise at Iúr Cinn Fleadh
    Session Trail at Finegan and Son
    Follow the Greenway to Iúr Cinn Fleadh.
    Take the Trad Cruise at Iúr Cinn Fleadh
    Session Trail at Finegan and Son
    Follow the Greenway to Iúr Cinn Fleadh.

    Newry

    Address

    10 Barrack Street, Newry, County Down, BT35 6DA

    Telephone

    +44 (0) 77 5417 1130

    Type

    Type:

    Festival

    Iúr Cinn Fleadh is a citywide festival in Newry City promoting music, culture and the arts.

    Dates

    From:
    21 Aug 2025to25 Aug 2025Open 10:00 - 23:00
  12. Crowds line the street in the Diamond
    Crowds and stalls fill the street at the fair
    Fireworks burst to life above the boats in the marina with the big wheel lit up at the side
    Horse racing on the beach with Fairhead in the background
    Four children playing traditional Irish music on the green
    Crowds browsing the stalls and soaking up the atmosphere at the Naturally North Coast and Glens Artisan Market
    A man in a white shirt and hat selling bags of yellowman
    A woman and her horse with pink flowers in a plaited mane
    A family enjoying the free children's games on offer
    A boy on a trampoline enjoying the free children's entertainment on offer
    Crowds line the street in the Diamond
    Crowds and stalls fill the street at the fair
    Fireworks burst to life above the boats in the marina with the big wheel lit up at the side
    Horse racing on the beach with Fairhead in the background
    Four children playing traditional Irish music on the green
    Crowds browsing the stalls and soaking up the atmosphere at the Naturally North Coast and Glens Artisan Market
    A man in a white shirt and hat selling bags of yellowman
    A woman and her horse with pink flowers in a plaited mane
    A family enjoying the free children's games on offer
    A boy on a trampoline enjoying the free children's entertainment on offer

    Ballycastle

    Address

    Ballycastle, County Antrim, BT54 6BT

    Telephone

    +44 (0) 28 2076 2024

    Price

    Free

    Type

    Type:

    Festival

    Ireland’s oldest traditional fair returns to the seaside town of Ballycastle, as thousands of people are set to celebrate its culture, heritage, music and agricultural traditions over a four-day event not to be missed.

    Dates

    From:
    23 Aug 2025to26 Aug 2025Open 10:00 - 22:00

    Price

    Free
  13. Summer Finale Poster

    Ballynahinch

    Address

    Montalto Estate, Spa Road, Ballynahinch, County Down, BT24 8PT

    Telephone

    +44(0) 28 9756 6100

    Type

    Type:

    Family Fun

    Join us for an unforgettable Summer Finale at Montalto Estate! Enjoy nature as you are surrounded by summer beauty in the Trails and Gardens, indulge in a seasonal barbeque and grab a burger just freshly off the grill. Have a drink and relax in the…

    Related

    Montalto Estate, Ballynahinch

    Dates

    From:
    25 Aug 2025Open 10:00 - 15:00

    Facilities

    Parking & Transport

    • On site parking
  14. Whitehead Railway Museum, Wee Critters, Whitehead

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    Whitehead

    Address

    Whiitehead Railway Museum, Excursion Station, Castleview Road, Whitehead, County Antrim, BT38 9NA

    Telephone

    +44 (0) 28 9358 6200

    Type

    Type:

    Family Fun

    Wee Critters are back by popular demand! Visit Whitehead Railway Museum on Saturday 30th August and meet some interesting friends of ours. Start your visit with a short steam train ride up and down our own platform, then enjoy a 45-minute…

    Related

    Whitehead Railway Museum, Whitehead

    Dates

    From:
    30 Aug 2025

    Facilities

    Provider Preferences

    • Dogs Welcome Inside

    Facilities

    Parking & Transport

    • On site parking

    Facilities

    Establishment Features

    • Wifi
  15. Address

    Various locations across the Orchard County, Armagh, County Armagh, BT60 4EL

    Telephone

    +44 (0)3000 300 900

    Type

    Type:

    Food & Drink

    The Armagh Food and Cider Weekend takes place from 4th - 7th September 2025, right in the heart of the Orchard County.
    Brimming with fine foods, foraged lunches, cider tasting, tours, talks and fiction amongst the apple-laden orchards. Combine all…

    Dates

    From:
    4 Sept 2025to7 Sept 2025

    Facilities

    Parking & Transport

    • On site parking
  16. Taste Autumn in Ards and North Down

    Address

    Various Locations, County Down, BT20 5ED

    Telephone

    +44 (0) 28 9127 0069

    Type

    Type:

    Food & Drink

    A showcase of local food and drink with a series of seasonal foodie-themed events over a two-week period with Tide and Turf Portavogie on Saturday 6 September celebrating local delicacies. Programme highlights will also include Stargazing at…

    Dates

    From:
    5 Sept 2025to28 Sept 2025
  17. Am image showing the visitors gathering at Eats and Beats in Newcastle.
    Eats and Beats Festival takes place on Saturday 7 and Sunday 8 September 2024 in Newcastle County Down. Chef cooking with local produce from Northern
    Am image showing the visitors gathering at Eats and Beats in Newcastle.
    Eats and Beats Festival takes place on Saturday 7 and Sunday 8 September 2024 in Newcastle County Down. Chef cooking with local produce from Northern

    Newcastle

    Address

    Newcastle, County Down, BT33 0AA

    Telephone

    +44 (0) 33 0137 4046

    Price

    Free

    Type

    Type:

    Festival

    The Eats and Beats Festival offers the best in local and world food, where visitors can enjoy delicious fare at the homegrown and world food villages. With unique and locally produced food and drink outlets and free music performances on offer…

    Dates

    From:
    6 Sept 2025to7 Sept 2025

    Price

    Free
  18. Chalkboard listing items for sale at a previous Seafood Festival
    Chalkboard listing items for sale at a previous Seafood Festival

    Portavogie

    Address

    Fish Market and Harbour, Portavogie, County Down, BT22 1EB

    Telephone

    +44 (0)28 9182 6846

    Type

    Type:

    Food & Drink

    The beautiful harbour village of Portavogie will host a celebration of delicious local produce as well as the Borough's finest food and drink on Saturday 6 September with Tide and Turf. 

    Dates

    From:
    6 Sept 2025Open 12:00 - 17:00
  19. Birds eye view of WWT Castle Espie Wetland Centre
    Brent Geese flying over the waters at Strangford Lough
    Mount Stewart - National Trust House and Gardens
    Birds eye view of WWT Castle Espie Wetland Centre
    Brent Geese flying over the waters at Strangford Lough
    Mount Stewart - National Trust House and Gardens

    Newtownards & Comber

    Address

    Mount Stewart & Castle Espie, Newtownards & Comber, County Down

    Type

    Type:

    Nature

    The Shorelife Celebration event offers a rare chance to experience the wonders of the Ards and North Down Shoreline. The day will be filled with fun activities, engaging talks and tours, live music, and delicious local food and drink. Lots of extra…

    Related

    Mount Stewart, Newtownards

    WWT Castle Espie Wetland Centre, Comber

    Dates

    From:
    4 Oct 2025Open 10:00 - 17:00
  20. Storytelling in Slieve Gullion Forest Park at Footsteps in the Forest.
    Musicians in Slieve Gullion Forest Park at Footsteps in the Forest
    Children listening to some myths and legends along trail in Slieve Gullion Forest Park at Footsteps in the Forest.
    Storytelling in Slieve Gullion Forest Park at Footsteps in the Forest.
    Musicians in Slieve Gullion Forest Park at Footsteps in the Forest
    Children listening to some myths and legends along trail in Slieve Gullion Forest Park at Footsteps in the Forest.

    Killeavy

    Address

    Slieve Gullion Forest Park, 89 Drumintee Road, Killeavy, County Armagh, BT35 8SW

    Telephone

    +44 (0) 33 0137 4046

    Type

    Type:

    Halloween

    Footsteps in the Forest, a magical Halloween experience in Slieve Gullion Forest Park from Monday 21 - Tuesday 29 October 2024 ~ FULLY BOOKED ~.

    Dates

    From:
    20 Oct 2025to26 Oct 2025
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