THIS WEEK, Friday 22 July – Thursday 28 July
Until Sunday 31 July, Sail the Tall Ship Johanna Lucretia
In association with the Skiffie Worlds 2016 the Johanna Lucretia Tall Ship is coming into the area and offering various sailing experiences.
Don’t miss the opportunity to sail on a wonderful tall ship. This Summer, the Johanna Lucretia is in the area for a number of days allowing you the opportunity to board and cruise either Belfast Lough or Strangford Lough!
Info: Ards Visitor Information Centre, (028) 9182 6846, ardsvic@ardsandnorthdown.gov.uk, visitardsandnorthdown.com
This event is grant aided by Ards and North Down Borough Council
Until Sunday 31 July, Art in the Loft ‘Mi-NI’: An exhibition by Jewellery Designer Ruth McEwan Lyon
The Loft Gallery, Portaferry Visitor Information Centre
Jewellery Designer Ruth McEwan-Lyon from Holywood presents her collection of Northern Ireland inspired silver jewellery ‘Mi-NI’.
Exhibition open Mon – Sat: 10am – 5pm, Sun: 1pm – 5pm. Free admission.
Info: Portaferry Visitor Information Centre, (028) 4272 9882, portaferryvic@ardsandnorthdown.gov.uk, visitardsandnorthdown.com
Until Sunday 24 July, Ulster Fleadh 2016
Bangor, various locations
Ards CCÉ are delighted to announce that they will be hosting the Ulster Fleadh 2016 this year in the beautiful seaside resort of Bangor. It will incorporate an impressive combination of literary
events, workshops, seisiúns, street entertainment, concerts, dancing and singing. The entertainment line-up already includes BEOGA, THE SANDS FAMILY, NA LEANAÍ & RÉALTA plus
many more top notch local musicians/vocalists.
Info: ulsterfleadh.com
This event is grant aided by Ards and North Down Borough Council
Wednesday 20 – Wednesday 27 July, Topper World Championships 2016
Ballyholme Yacht Club, Bangor
Info: BYC, 028 9127 1467, http://ballyholme.com
This event is grant aided by Ards and North Down Borough Council
Friday 22 July, Fair Weather Fridays Outdoor Performances
Conway Square, Newtownards
Free entertainment, 12.30pm-1.30pm
22 Jul: ‘That Man’ presented by Grant Goldie – A celebration of movement and manipulation, combined with skilfully constructed quirky skits. Charming and full of energy.
Part of the free programme of outdoor entertainment running throughout July and August.
In the event of inclement weather the performance will move into Ards Arts Centre!
Info: Ards Arts, 028 9181 0803, ardsarts.com
Saturday 23 July, Family Entertainment
Portaferry Visitor Information Centre
Free. 2pm – 4pm
23 July: Science Show, face painting and balloon modelling
Visitor Centre open Mon-Sat 10am-5pm, Sun 1pm-5pm
Info: Portaferry Visitor Information Centre, (028) 4281 9882, ardsvic@ardsandnorthdown.gov.uk, visitardsandnorthdown.com
Saturday 23 and Sunday 24 July, Summer Market at the Museum
North Down Museum, Bangor
Sat 23: 10am – 4.30pm
Sun 24: 12noon – 4.30pm
To celebrate Ulster Fleadh 2016 taking place in Bangor, North Down Museum is
hosting a family market in the beautiful surroundings of the Museum on Saturday 23 July and Sunday 24 July.
Info: North Down Museum, (028) 9127 1200, northdownmuseum.com
Saturday 23 and Sunday 24 July, Family Fun at Cockle Row Cottages
Groomsport Harbour
Free entertainment, 2pm-4pm.
Sat 23: Animal Roadshow and magic show
Sun 24: Jumping Clay, balloon modelling and Ulster-Scots Agency Entertainment
Cottages open to the public 11am-5pm, daily. Free admission
Info: Bangor Visitor Information Centre, (028) 9127 0069, bangorvic@ardsandnorthdown.gov.uk, visitardsandnorthdown.com
Every Sunday in July and August, Summer Music in the Park
Ward Park Bandstand, Bangor
Free live performances, every Sunday 3pm-5pm
24 July: Chris Keys Band – Chris is an award winning singer-songwriter hailing from Portstewart, who has developed an easy listening acoustic sound.
Info: Bangor Visitor Information Centre, (028) 9127 0069, bangorvic@ardsandnorthdown.gov.uk, visitardsandnorthdown.com
Sunday 24 – Saturday 30 July, Skiffie Worlds 2016 and Strangford Lough Festival
Portaferry and Strangford Lough
Competitors from around the world converge on Strangford Lough this July to compete in the community coastal rowing championships
Many events free
Info: (028) 4272 9886, strangfordlough.org/skiffieworlds
NEXT WEEK, Friday 29 July – Thursday 4 August
Friday 29 July, Fair Weather Fridays Outdoor Performances
Conway Square, Newtownards
Free entertainment, 12.30pm-1.30pm
A programme of free outdoor entertainment programme running throughout July and August.
In the event of inclement weather the performance will move into Ards Arts Centre!
Info: Ards Arts, 028 9181 0803, ardsarts.com
Friday 29 July, Arts Night at the Museum
North Down Museum, Bangor
Free, 6pm-9pm
Arts activity for all ages in a great venue – a Friday night with a difference! Try your hand at pottery, printing, sketching and much more, while listening to great music.
Info: North Down Museum, (028) 9127 1200, northdownmuseum.com
Saturday 30 July, Family Entertainment
Portaferry Visitor Information Centre
Free. 2pm – 4pm
30 July: Clayrazy and glitter tattoos
Visitor Centre open Mon-Sat 10am-5pm, Sun 1pm-5pm
Info: Portaferry Visitor Information Centre, (028) 4281 9882, ardsvic@ardsandnorthdown.gov.uk, visitardsandnorthdown.com
Saturday 30 and Sunday 31 July, Family Fun at Cockle Row Cottages
Groomsport Harbour
Free entertainment, 2pm-4pm.
Sat 30: CSI Detective workshop and children’s crafts
Sun 31: Children’s crafts, Falconry Display and Ulster-Scots Agency Entertainment
Cottages open to the public 11am-5pm, daily. Free admission
Info: Bangor Visitor Information Centre, (028) 9127 0069, bangorvic@ardsandnorthdown.gov.uk, visitardsandnorthdown.com
Every Sunday in July and August, Summer Music in the Park
Ward Park Bandstand, Bangor
Free live performances, every Sunday 3pm-5pm
31 July: Sam Wickens and Band – Soul and Blues tone
Info: Bangor Visitor Information Centre, (028) 9127 0069, bangorvic@ardsandnorthdown.gov.uk, visitardsandnorthdown.com
Guided Walks and Tours
Nautical Past Short Sea Cruise – 23 July
From an Abbey to a Stately Home – 23 July
Strangford Lough Boat Tour – 24 July