Here are ten exciting things to do 7 – 13 April
Presence and Place Tour at Ardress House, Portadown, County Armagh, 12 April. Set in the heart of the beautiful Armagh countryside, this immersive tour invites you to slow down and connect with the rich history and tranquil beauty of this stunning historic estate, that dates back to 1660. Led by an expert National Trust guide and an experienced mindfulness teacher, you’ll embark on a journey of deep presence – engaging your senses as you explore both the exquisite interiors and peaceful gardens.- Wild & Fired Chinese BBQ School with Suzie Lee at The Walled Garden, Brook Hall Estate & Gardens, Derry~Londonderry, 12 April. Lo & Slo’s Wild & Fired BBQ School offers an immersive, interactive experience combining foraging, dining, and BBQ workshops in a historic, private walled garden, showcasing Northern Irish culture through locally sourced food.
- Easter at Broughgammon Farm, Ballycastle, County Antrim, 12 – 13 April. Join a fun-filled family day out at this award-winning sustainable farm. Have fun with an Easter Scavenger Hunt, get creative with seasonal crafts, meet the animals and enjoy delicious food and drinks.
- The Lindt Gold Bunny Hunt at Hillsborough Castle and Gardens, Royal Hillsborough, County Down, 12 – 27 April. Hop into spring with the Lindt Gold Bunny Hunt, back by popular demand. Explore the stunning gardens, spot the hidden gold bunny statues, and uncover the secret clues to earn a delicious Lindt Gold Bunny 10g chocolate treat.
- 1-Day Pottery Barrel Firing Workshop, Bushmills, County Antrim, 12 April. One Day Barrel Firing Workshop with Patricia Millar Ceramics at her rural studio in Lisnagunogue. On this barrel firing workshop, you’ll have the opportunity to decorate your pots (provided*) with designs inspired by neolithic rock art. You’ll also learn how to use oxides and organics to add colour before packing and firing a metal barrel. Finally, Patricia will teach you how to clean and seal your beautiful pots.
- Belfast Punk Music Walking Tour, Belfast, 12 April. Come explore the story of punk music in Belfast on this walking tour, with a specialist music guide who has loved punk music since the 1970s. Since bands like The Outcasts, Rudi, Stiff Little Fingers, Ruefrex and Victim erupted onto the scene in Belfast back in the late 1970s, Belfast punk has held a special place in music history, near and far.
- Easter Fun Day at Burnavon Theatre, Cookstown, County Tyrone, 12 April. Join the Burnavon Theatre, Cookstown for their annual Easter Family Day. Enjoy lots of free fun filled Easter activities including arts and crafts, face painting, music, and entertainment. There will be a quiet hour between 10.30am 11.30am.
- Clayful Minds Easter Workshop at Enniskillen Castle, Enniskillen, County Fermanagh, 12 April. Clay modelling for primary school aged children – make and take home an Easter themed model on the day from premium air-drying clay. Participants will be guided step by step to make their model by experienced Clayful Minds Instructor, Tanya.
- Raku Firing – Pottery Workshop with Corranny Forest Pottery, Roslea, County Fermanagh, 12 April. Join an enchanting and inspiring hands-on experience designed to introduce you to the captivating world of Raku pottery firing. Perfect for beginners and anyone curious about the transformative magic of this ancient Japanese firing method. This taster session offers a truly unforgettable creative experience.
- Ards International Guitar Festival at Ards Arts Centre, Newtownards, County Down, 9 – 13 April. The Ards International Guitar Festival is back with a bang in April 2025 with a fresh new programme of guitar inspired gigs, free fringe events, and a rock exhibition you won’t want to miss. Expect a jam-packed line-up of blues, folk, rock, bluegrass and classical and contemporary music for guitar aficionados.
For more information on what’s on, or to plan your next giant adventure in Northern Ireland, visit discovernorthernireland.com. Subject to availabilities with select dates.