whatsonni’s pick of family events for the weekend ahead!

Down

Music in the Priory, Sciolto takes place at the Priory Newtownards Sunday 12th May. Sciolto Chamber Choir was formed in 1996 by a group of like-minded singers who wished to explore the wide variety of choral music written for small chamber ensembles. In keeping with the name (which means ‘free and unrestrained’), the choir has performed every conceivable type of choral music from early Renaissance music through to brand new commissions by emerging composers. Restored by Hugh Montgomery shortly after his arrival in Ards in 1606, the Priory became his home, his church and his burial place. In this unique series of atmospheric evening musical recitals, the ancient walls of the Priory will once again resonate to the sounds created by choirs of 12 voices and instruments.  For all our County Down events click HERE.

Tyrone

The much loved Disney characters from four popular TV shows appear together live on stage at the Alley Theatre Strabane on Saturday 11th May in an unforgettable celebration of the Magic that is Disney. The MickeyMouse Clubhouse Tribute brings audiences into the colourful worlds of Mickey Mouse, Minnie Mouse, Donald Duck, Daisy Duck, Goofy, Iggle Piggle, Upsy Daisy, Dora the Explorer, Boots the Monkey and Peppa Pig. Kids will learn that music can be found everywhere as they sing and dance to all their favourite songs with different adventures from every character, the show will have parents and children alike laughing playing and singing.  For all our County Tyrone listings click  HERE.

Fermanagh

Franco’s in Enniskillen will host a Vintage Coffee Morning on Saturday 11th May in the Garden Room from 10am to 1pm. Proceeds will go to Cancer Connect.  For all our County Fermanagh listings click  HERE.

Derry

This year’s North West Speed Trials 2 day event on Saturday and Sunday at Ballykelly Airfield is on track to be the most exciting and spectacular Motorcycle and Car Motorsport event in Ireland this year. Road Racing star Guy Martin has confirmed that he will be piloting a Suzuki Hayabusa Turbo in the upcoming ROAD RACING IRELAND ‘North West Speed Trials’.  For all our County Derry/Londonderry listings click HERE.

Armagh

On Sunday 12th May Ardress House , set in the middle of our rich apple-growing county, will be celebrating the wonderful Apple Blossom with apple treats, trails and fun for all the family. There will be local ciders and apple produce on sale and the children can follow the detective around the Farmyard, Barn and Orchards of Ardress to help solve the mystery of the bad apple….!  For all our County Armagh listings click HERE.

Antrim

Join Kermit the Frog, Miss Piggy, Fozzy and all their friends as they seek fame and fortune on a fun-filled road trip to Hollywood at the Courtyard Theatre Picture House, Ballyearl Arts & Leisure Centre Newtownabbey on Saturday afternoon, 12th May.  For all County Antrim listings click HERE.

Belfast

The Crescent Townhouse monthly chocolate workshop caters for all ages.  Not too messy but lots of fun, they suit children 11 plus and adults alike.  Workshops are  2.5 hours of chocolate fun where two chocolatiesr will guide you through the art of making your own Belgian chocolates. Cut, dip and decorate and have fun making your own chocolates which you then get to wrap up and take home with you to share or keep!    For all our Belfast events listings click HERE.

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