Causeway Coast Foodie Tours ‘The Spud Tour’
Date: 12 October
Time: 10.30am – 6.30pm
Venue: The Causeway Hotel, Bushmills BT57 8SU
Contact: 07912 408 256
Guided tour by luxury coach showcasing some of the best local produce the Causeway Coastal Route has to offer. Enjoy a series of stops along the beautiful Causeway Coastal route with each one celebrating our potato breeding and growing heritage. Cost: £55pp.
Northern Ireland Potato Festival
Date: 12 & 13 October
Time: Fri 7pm – 9pm National Trust Community Event / Sat 10am – 5pm Festival Day
Venue: Causeway Hotel, Bushmills
Contact: (028) 2177 1396
The NI Potato Festival celebrates the legacy of local man John Clarke OBE, a world renowned pioneer in potato breeding. The festival line-up boasts a variety of attractions including Naturally North Coast and Glens artisan market with food and craft producers, cookery demonstrations and talks, bouncy castles, exhibitions and displays, potato inspired games and a petting farm. Free event.
Malojian
Date: 12 October
Time: 8pm
Venue: Riverside Theatre, Ulster University, Cromore Road, Coleraine
Contact: (028) 70 123 123
Malojian’s unique voice and songs sets him apart from the crowd. This concert will feature visuals using film from Northern Ireland Screen’s Digital Archive and new material by Belfast-based filmmaker Colm Laverty. Tickets: Full £13 / Concession £11.
The Causeway Speciality Market
Date: 13 October
Time: 9am – 4pm
Venue: The Diamond, Coleraine BT52 1DE
Contact: 07702 910884
A bustling speciality food and craft market held around Coleraine Town Hall on the second Saturday of each month. It is the largest regular outdoor market in Northern Ireland.
Drama Workshop for Adults
Date: 13 October
Time: 10am
Venue: Riverside Theatre, Ulster University, Coleraine BT52 1SA
Contact: (028) 7012 3123
Sorcha Shanahan and Gemma Walker-Farren are the ‘MakeyUppers’ an original comedy storytelling act, together they specialise in devising theatre. They will guide participants through the theatre-making process from initial themes and ideas to performance skills, creative writing, stage craft, right up to the final production. Tickets £5
Causeway Coast Foodie Tours ‘Coast & Country’
Date: 13 October
Time: 9.30am
Venue: Departing from Coleraine Visitor Information Centre BT52 1DE
Contact: 07912 408 256
Guided tour showcasing some of the best local produce and hidden gems the North Coast has to offer. Enjoy 5 stops on tour along the beautiful Causeway Coastal route with each one offering a delicious and surprising taste experience. Cost £60pp.
Launch of the Girona Gold Story
Date: 13 October 2018
Time: 1 – 3.30pm & 7-10.30pm
Venue: Portballintrae Village Hall
Contact: www.visitcasuewaycoastandglens.com
The Portballintrae Community Development Group Launch the Girona Gold Story on Saturday 13 October in Portballintrae Village Hall. From 1pm – 3.30pm enjoy a free programme of events including storytelling and children’s treasure hunt. In the evening there will be a Spanish / Irish Fusion event. Tickets for evening event cost £10.
Squirrel Walk & Talk
Date: 13 October
Time: 10.30am – 12.30pm
Venue: Cottage Wood, Cushendall
Contact: (028) 2075 2100
Join the Glens Red Squirrel group to celebrate “Squirreltober” with a guided walk through Cottage Wood to see if you can spot the Red Squirrel, which is regularly seen here. The woodland also contains a range of native and non-native species of trees and shrubs such as Scots Pine, Elder, Holly and Ash. To register book online at: squirreltober.eventbrite.com. Free event.
Saturday Poetry Slam
Date: 13 October
Time: 1.30pm – 4.00pm
Venue: Flowerfield Arts Centre, Portstewart
Contact: (028) 7083 1400
Bring words to life with Anne McMaster in the first ever Flowerfield Poetry Slam. Writers of all experience are invited to come along and participate, sharing words with an appreciative and small group. Refreshments provided. Tickets £4
The Illegals with Niamh Kavanagh – Rumours of Hotel California
Date: 13 October
Time: 8pm
Venue: Riverside Theatre, Ulster University, Coleraine
Contact: (028) 7012 3123
After 12 months of sell-out audiences The Illegals are taking their unique Rumours of Hotel California show on the road for another turn in 2018 to celebrate two classic rock albums from two iconic rock bands. Tickets: £18.
Cracks
Date: 17 October
Time: 8pm
Venue: Riverside Theatre, Ulster University, Coleraine BT52 1SA
Contact: (028) 7012 3123
Cracks by Quintessence Theatre Company (in association with An Táin Arts Centre). A powerful piece of devised theatre from An Tain Arts Centre’s Company-In-Residence exploring the issue of mental illness in Ireland. Tickets £14 full / £12 concession
Wrestling Show, The Goodies vs The Baddies
Date: 18 October
Time: 7.30pm
Venue: Coleraine Town Hall
Contact: 07495 094558 www.wrestling.ie
Family friendly wrestling event in Coleraine Town Hall. Fantastic action with lots of crowd interaction. Adult £15 / child £12.50 / family £10 See website to book.
Brendan Quinn and Friends
Date: 18 October
Time: 8pm
Venue: Riverside Theatre, University of Ulster Coleraine
Contact: (028) 70 123 123
Legendary country singer Brendan Quinn is on the road again. Brendan, who has shared the stage with such greats as Merle Haggard, Don Williams and Hal Ketchum will be joined on this tour by many of his musical friends. Tickets £17.50
Roe Valley International Folk Festival
Date: 18 – 22 October
Time: Various (see programme)
Venue: Various Venues throughout Limavady Borough
Contact: www.roevalleyfolkfestival.com
Featuring Roola Boola, John McNicholl Bank, Emily Barker, Damien Quinn, Banjoes, Newtown Stewart Traditional Music Quartet, Simple Truth, The Mitchells, Francis Harrison, Traditional Sessions, Bracken Folk and Many more the Roe Valley International Folk Festival has become a premier music event in the North West area.
War Torn Children
Date: 5 September – 29 November
Time: Monday – Friday 9.30-5pm
Venue: Roe Valley Arts & Cultural Centre, Limavady
Contact: (028) 777 60650
Exhibition of textiles reflecting the theme of war torn children. The exhibition features arpilleras, photographs and illustrations highlighting the devastating impact of war on children, their families and communities.
From the Medieval to the Modern: Reformation, Transformation and Continuity
Date: 12 September – 27 October
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Venue: Ballymoney Museum, Ballymoney Town Hall
Contact: (028) 276 60230
Exhibition produced by Public Records Office Northern Ireland (PRONI) in partnership with Northern Ireland Libraries marking the 500th Anniversary of the Reformation. The display centres on historical documents, each offering their own distinct perspectives into the Reformation and its legacy.
How to Unexplode: The Illustrated Life of Patrick Sanders
Date: 17 September – 27 October
Time: Monday – Friday 10am – 4pm
Venue: Riverside Theatre, University of Ulster, Coleraine
Contact: (028) 70 123 123
Exhibition in Riverside Theatre showcasing the work of the late Patrick Sanders. Free admission.
Into The Blue by Kate Reid
Date: 6 – 31 October
Time: Monday to Friday 9am – 5pm. Saturday 10am – 1pm
Venue: Flowerfield Arts Centre, Portstewart
Contact: (028) 7083 1400
It’s all about ‘Blue’ in Kate Reid’s exhibition. In her abstract expressionist style, Reid explores the blueness of ‘blue’ inspired by the beauty of the land, the sea and the nature of the elements, life and emotions. Using palette knife, on paper & canvas, this vibrant show presents works old, new and in progress. Launch on Saturday 6 October from 2- 3.30pm. Wine reception & refreshments served. Admission free.