Here are ten exciting things to do 22-28 July
Armagh Summer in the City, Armagh, County Armagh, until 7 September. Don’t miss Summer in the City in Armagh with crafts, football, pom-pom cheerleading, cooking for kiddies, dance for older kiddies, science, magic, music and lots more. All activities are free and will take place around the Market Square, McCrum’s Court and outside the Market Place Theatre.- Big Wild Pyjama Party at Belfast’s Window on Wildlife, Belfast, 26 July. Join RSPBNI at Belfast WoW as they bring a new take to their award-winning event The Big Wild Sleep Out with an eve of nocturnal activities. From bat walks and campfires to storytelling and toasting your own marshmallows, they guarantee an eve of fun and exploration. Taking place from 19:00-22:00, nature will come to life for you and your family. This event is guaranteed to sell out, with limited ticket availability so purchase your tickets well in advance. You can also check out their Zoology of Cartoons on 27 July, where you will join artist, illustrator and conservationist Dan Collin for a workshop like no other.
- Belfast Tradfest, various locations across Belfast, 21 – 28 July. Belfast TradFest, the pinnacle of world-class traditional music concerts and fiery pub sessions, is set to celebrate its 6th edition this July across Belfast UNESCO City of Music. The internationally renowned festival will mark this milestone with its most ambitious programme of music. Featuring concerts with the likes of Lúnasa, Lumiere, Cherish the Ladies, Moya Brennan, Pólca 4, Bow Brothers, JIGGY, Zoë Conway & John McIntyre, BIIRD, Mary Dillon, Dónal O’Connor & Neil Martin, Seamie O’Dowd, Seán Maguire Fiddle Concert, tutor concerts, céílís and the annual TITANIC CÉILÍ which attracted 6,000 last year.
- NI Open, Ballymena, County Antrim, 23 – 28 July. The Black Desert NI Open presented by Tom McKibbin relaunched for 2024 and is back on the European Challenge Tour as one of the elevated events on the Tour’s international schedule. The NI Open takes place at Galgorm from July 23-28, 2024 and is free entry for everyone.
- Literature, Lough and Local Flavours Tour with Seamus Heaney HomePlace, Bellaghy, County Londonderry, 24 and 27 July. Enjoy a day filled with literature, stunning landscapes, and delectable food. Begin your day at the Seamus Heaney HomePlace. Take a 45-minute journey from Toome Canal along the Lower River Bann to Lough Beg, turning at Church Island for the return. Conclude your day with a delicious three course dinner at The Taphouse. Drinks not included and supplement charges may apply to dishes outlined on the menu.
- SuperCupNI, Coleraine, County Londonderry, and venues across the Causeway Coast & Glens, Mid & East Antrim and Antrim & Newtownabbey Borough Council’s, 21 – 26 July. SuperCupNI is a magnet for top football clubs from all over the world. The 2024 Tournament kicks off on Sunday 21st July with the Opening Parade and Welcoming Ceremony in Coleraine Town Centre and Coleraine Showgrounds football stadium. Finals Day is scheduled for Friday 26th July, when venues across the Causeway Coast & Glens, Mid & East Antrim and Antrim & Newtownabbey Borough Council’s will play host to the tournament champions of the various categories which make up the event.
- Seal Painting at Murlough Nature Reserve, Dundrum, County Down, 24 July. Spend an unforgettable afternoon with your family at the Family Ceramics & Rock Painting event. They’ll provide all the supplies you need to paint your very own ceramic seal figurine and decorate colourful rocks. Adults accompanying those painting enter free and need not buy a ticket.
- Hats Off to the Forthill, Enniskillen, County Fermanagh, 26 July. It will be ‘Hats off to the Forthill’ on Friday 26 July 2024 when the historic Forthill Park in Enniskillen hosts an afternoon of free family fun and entertainment from 2.00pm to 5.00pm. Everyone attending the event is encouraged to pack a picnic basket, wear their favourite hat and spend the afternoon in one of the Council’s most popular public parks.
- Ulster Fleadh, Dromore, County Tyrone, 21 – 28 July. Fleádh Uladh is a cultural festival for traditional music, song, dance and language in Ulster. Fleádh Cheoil, which means “feast of music”, is a magnificent mix of competitions and cultural events which showcase each element of Irish traditional culture.
- Boatyard Distillery Tour, Enniskillen, County Fermanagh, visit website for dates and times. Visit the distillery on the banks of Lough Erne to see how they produce the finest spirits using the highest quality botanicals and ingredients. Come and meet their team and discover the secret behind the famous ‘Érainn’ Copper still. Each tour lasts 90 minutes and includes: a gin and tonic reception, the history and origins of the Boatyard Distillery, a neat tasting of their full spirits range, two cocktails and a behind-the-scenes tour of the distillery from distilling to labelling, along with insight into future projects. Plus, sign and label your own personalised 70cl bottle of Boatyard to take home with you.
For more information on what’s on, or to plan your next giant adventure in Northern Ireland, visit discovernorthernireland.com. Keep a look out for additional dates of the above events throughout the year.