Donaghadee Festival 2016

The Donaghadee Festival Fortnight is back and it promises to be better than ever!

The event runs from Thursday 4th August – Sunday 14th August.  Saturday 6th August is Lifeboat Day when trips to the lifeboat and lighthouse entertain as well as educate about Donaghadee’s strong maritime past and present.  During the remainder of the festival there is an action packed programme featuring Formula One racing simulators, Laser Quest , a 5K run, Bubble Football and a Aquathon.  The Ulster Under 16 Golf Championship will also be held as part of the Festival.

On the final day of the Festival, Sunday 14th August, Donaghadee will host an Artisan & Craft Market at Lemon’s Wharf from 10am to 5pm.  We are proud to welcome many local Producers including Great Taste Award-winners and members of the Guild of Fine Foods.  A Mobile Farm Display with star animals from Game of Thrones and Frankinstein will be there, the display includes  deer, pigmy goat, sheep and piglets.  There will also be a chance for all the family to join in with rhythimical play of Community Drumming. Buskers including Matthew O’Reilly, singer songwriter will be playing on the day.   Last but not least a a bouncy castle and face painting for the kids.   It will be  a great day out for the whole family.  Look forward to seeing you there!

Full details are available on www.visitdonaghadee.com