Here are ten exciting things to do 1-7 September
Armagh Food and Cider Weekend, various locations, County Armagh, 4 – 7 September. Brimming with fine foods, foraged lunches, cider tasting, tours, talks and fiction amongst the apple-laden orchards. Combine all this with award-winning ciders and the most stunning surroundings, and you are in for a harvest season treat.- Eats & Beats Festival, Newcastle, County Down, 6 – 7 September. As summer fades, the Eats & Beats festival lights up Newcastle, celebrating the Mourne Gullion Strangford’s vibrant musical heritage and food scene. This festival is a foodie’s and music lover’s paradise with a wealth of flavours and incredible acts, in addition to events and festivities in venues right across the town.
- Taste Autumn in Ards & North Down, various locations, County Down, 5 – 28 September. Taste Autumn is set to showcase the very best of Ards and North Down’s food and drink through a packed programme of events and experiences. Savour seasonal tide and turf produce and some of the borough’s finest food and drink which offers something for all palates.
- Portrush Tasty, Portrush, County Antrim, 5 September. This Friday night food tour celebrates the best of Portrush’s iconic landmarks and local produce, offering a fun and flavourful experience. Led by Wendy, a passionate local food and drink ambassador, participants will explore the unique people, tastes, and character that define this iconic coastal town.
- Derry By Fork, Derry~Londonderry, 6 September. Discover the city’s thriving food scene. Blending history, culture, and exceptional flavours, these tours are led by passionate locals who reveal hidden culinary gems and share the stories behind the city’s most iconic landmarks.
- Belfast Maritime Festival, Belfast, 6 –7 September. Belfast Maritime Festival will once again welcome vessels and ships to Queen’s Quay and Abercorn Basin, where you can hop onboard to experience life at sea and meet the crew. The Titanic Quarter will come alive on Saturday 6th and Sunday 7th September with an array of free entertainment for all to enjoy.
- Florence Court, Enniskillen, County Fermanagh, check website for open dates and times. Surrounded by lush parkland and thick woodland with Benaughlin Mountain rising in the background, the National Trust’s Florence Court enjoys a majestic countryside setting in West Fermanagh. There is something for everyone to enjoy at this extensive and welcoming place.
- Presence and Place Tour at Ardress House, Portadown, County Armagh, 6 September. 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.
- Ulster Orchestra: On Your Doorstep at the Hill of The O’Neill & Ranfurly House, Dungannon, County Tyrone, 7 September. Enjoy another stunning symphonic afternoon in September, as the Ulster Orchestra returns to the Hill of the O’Neill. Another fabulous afternoon of classical music favourites lies in store, in the company of conductor David Brophy. It’s the concert for all the family that you won’t want to miss.
- Bramley Apple Baking & Orchard Visit with Wee Buns Cookery School, various locations, County Tyrone and County Armagh, 5 – 6 September. Join a unique experience that combines the beauty of the Armagh countryside with the joy of traditional Irish baking. Begin in Rose’s Bramley apple orchard in Collegeland, County Armagh. After the orchard tour (approx. 45 minutes), make your way to the nearby cookery school—just five minutes away—where the baking begins.
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.